2015 Draft a Franchise: Discussion Thread

[rmw10]

Felton should be a nice lead blocker for me.  With Crab Legs and Buttfumble at QB, I'm sure you can guess that my offense will probably be a bit run heavy, so it's nice to have a traditional FB that helped pave the way for one of Peterson's best seasons ever.

[Archeearl92]

I'm glad to hear that. It is a very crowded group and I'm anxious to see it as well, especially since more players in that WR group are unproven. Wilson, on the other hand, is a lock to make the roster. I'm happy that he'll finally have a chance to show off his talents in Chicago.

I hope he shows his talent, Jeffrey, White and him plus Bennett at TE and Forte at RB, that would be kinda scary...if they had another QB

[Archeearl92]

Felton should be a nice lead blocker for me. With Crab Legs and Buttfumble at QB, I'm sure you can guess that my offense will probably be a bit run heavy, so it's nice to have a traditional FB that helped pave the way for one of Peterson's best seasons ever.

Felton would have been my next pick ...

Edited August 7, 2015 by Archeearl92

[rmw10]

Felton would have been my next pick ...

 

[Archeearl92]

 

[gabefergy]

So Aldon Smith just effectively ended his NFL career. What a moron.

[Archeearl92]

So Aldon Smith just effectively ended his NFL career. What a moron.

Bye Bye

[rmw10]

The 49ers ended up being a complete mess.  When I picked them in the forum mock, I thought I was getting a team with plenty of talent, just in a transition behind a coaching change.  Then, Borland, Willis, and Davis all had to retire and Aldon gets in trouble again.  It's quite amazing what has happened to that team.

[Mt. Crushmore]

Felton should be a nice lead blocker for me.  With Crab Legs and Buttfumble at QB, I'm sure you can guess that my offense will probably be a bit run heavy, so it's nice to have a traditional FB that helped pave the way for one of Peterson's best seasons ever.

 

He was my backup option to Hynoski a few picks back

[Mt. Crushmore]

I've had McKinnon on my short list for the entire continuation (as allblackraven knows), so I'm very happy to get him this far into the continuation.  Jonathan Stewart, LeGarrette Blount and Jerick McKinnon should satisfy Belichick and McDaniels' urge to always change the RB!

[rmw10]

I've had McKinnon on my short list for the entire continuation (as allblackraven knows), so I'm very happy to get him this far into the continuation.  Jonathan Stewart, LeGarrette Blount and Jerick McKinnon should satisfy Belichick and McDaniels' urge to always change the RB!

 

And Jerick was my backup to Sims a few rounds ago.  Had to go with the man crush over him, though.

[Archeearl92]

I've had McKinnon on my short list for the entire continuation (as allblackraven knows), so I'm very happy to get him this far into the continuation.  Jonathan Stewart, LeGarrette Blount and Jerick McKinnon should satisfy Belichick and McDaniels' urge to always change the RB!

excellent choice, had him on my shortlist for awhile as well.

[allblackraven]

I've had McKinnon on my short list for the entire continuation (as allblackraven knows), so I'm very happy to get him this far into the continuation.  Jonathan Stewart, LeGarrette Blount and Jerick McKinnon should satisfy Belichick and McDaniels' urge to always change the RB!

It's much better group than what they have in real life.

[ravensdan]

I've had McKinnon on my short list for the entire continuation (as allblackraven knows), so I'm very happy to get him this far into the continuation. Jonathan Stewart, LeGarrette Blount and Jerick McKinnon should satisfy Belichick and McDaniels' urge to always change the RB!

I like that group and I wouldn't be shocked to see McKinnon take over the lead role.

[Mt. Crushmore]

I like that group and I wouldn't be shocked to see McKinnon take over the lead role.

 

Neither would I.  As with the Patriots RBs in real life, the listing on the depth chart doesn't really mean much.

[BmoreBird22]

I don't know, I feel like the trio of Martin, Randle, and Davis is pretty solid, especially considering that Martin has apparently shed weight and recaptured major short area burst and quickness and Randle is the unquestioned starter. Davis is just a guy I view as getting a big role next year

[ravensdan]

I don't know, I feel like the trio of Martin, Randle, and Davis is pretty solid, especially considering that Martin has apparently shed weight and recaptured major short area burst and quickness and Randle is the unquestioned starter. Davis is just a guy I view as getting a big role next year

Honestly I'm not a huge fan of that group. They all seem like backups to me. I don't see a lead back there. I think Dallas is making a mistake with Joe randle.

[BmoreBird22]

Honestly I'm not a huge fan of that group. They all seem like backups to me. I don't see a lead back there. I think Dallas is making a mistake with Joe randle.

Honestly I'm not a huge fan of that group. They all seem like backups to me. I don't see a lead back there. I think Dallas is making a mistake with Joe randle.

I would be shocked to see Doug Martin not return to form. After a great rookie season, he had two rough games against extremely strong defenses, but managed to have a strong four other games and if he wasn't shut down for the season, he'd likely have had another respectable season. Last year was just an entire mess for that Bucs team and no running back succeeded their consistently. And as far as Joseph goes, you may be right, but that offensive line down there is no joke and looks to have gotten better with Collins. I'd be shocked to not see Joseph find success

[gabefergy]

I would be shocked to see Doug Martin not return to form. After a great rookie season, he had two rough games against extremely strong defenses, but managed to have a strong four other games and if he wasn't shut down for the season, he'd likely have had another respectable season. Last year was just an entire mess for that Bucs team and no running back succeeded their consistently. And as far as Joseph goes, you may be right, but that offensive line down there is no joke and looks to have gotten better with Collins. I'd be shocked to not see Joseph find success

I'd be more shocked if Martin does anything close to what he did as a rookie.

[ravensdan]

I'd be more shocked if Martin does anything close to what he did as a rookie.

Same for Martin

As for Randle he may have some moderate success but he won't be making it happen on his own. His production last year is being highly overvalued due to a few big runs against a limited number of carries taking his average up.

[Ozzsome]

So Aldon Smith just effectively ended his NFL career. What a moron.

I guess he will be suspended for 1 season, Dallas signs him, he appeals his suspension and gets 4 games, because Goddell

[gabefergy]

I guess he will be suspended for 1 season, Dallas signs him, he appeals his suspension and gets 4 games, because Goddell

Heh, NFL is screwed up for sure, but their substance abuse rules are pretty strict. He'll be done for at least a year, might never play again like Justin Blackmon.

[rmw10]

I'll have my pick up in just a few.  Last minute research.

[Archeearl92]

I'll have my pick up in just a few.  Last minute research.

draft NOW ! dont find my guy ! 

[allblackraven]

Neither would I.  As with the Patriots RBs in real life, the listing on the depth chart doesn't really mean much.

I had better picture for your last pick

 

[Mt. Crushmore]

I mainly took Archer for his return abilities as I didn't really like anyone on my team for that. He'll see some offensive snaps as a pass catching back, but not much.

[rmw10]

And there we have it.  Bernadeau was a solid starter in Dallas, but I think we all know that their OL is just way too good for him to find time.  They've been working Bernadeau at C for the past few years, and it sounds like it'll be his primary position this year.  He's a great interior backup for me, and he might even find himself starting at C for me if Marcus Martin plays near as bad as last year.

[Archeearl92]

And there we have it.  Bernadeau was a solid starter in Dallas, but I think we all know that their OL is just way too good for him to find time.  They've been working Bernadeau at C for the past few years, and it sounds like it'll be his primary position this year.  He's a great interior backup for me, and he might even find himself starting at C for me if Marcus Martin plays near as bad as last year.

No guy from my Board? I am worried...

[Archeearl92]

Tyler Kroft is gonna be the 2nd TE for the Bengals this year. With Eiferty inability to stay healthy so far, I think he can have a very good season. He can block, is more athletic than some people give him credit for and can catch the ball.

[rmw10]

No guy from my Board? I am worried...

 

Gotta protect my "fantastic" duo of QBs somehow...