Free Agency Begins in a Week, Whats the Plan?

[Chico23231]

Originally Posted by Schneed10

But Byrd doesn't just fill one hole, he would make the entire defense better. By turning the weakest link on the D into one of the strongest, at the most pivotal position, all of a sudden we're a possible top 10 D.

I truly believe that's the impact of a big rangy FS in Haslett's defense.

FS is pivotal for our defense, I agree. I dont think he just changes everything. We need a tackling ILB, something Fletch couldnt get done last year. We need Riley back. We need a SS who can tackle as well. Byrd doesnt fix those problems in the middle.

[MTK]

It's not like signing Byrd and Rak to long term deals is out of the question. Gotta remember the first few years of the deals would be fairly reasonable hits against the cap.

[diehardskin2982]

Defense Targets:

Tyson Jackson
Linval Joseph
Erin Henderson
Brandon Spike
Aqib Talib
Jarius Byrd
Michael Mitchell

Offense Targets:
Andre Roberts
Emmanuel Sanders
Anthony Collins
Geoff Schwartz
Brian De la Puente

[KI Skins Fan]

Byrd is still talking to Buffalo and he says he's open to other possibilities, as well. He's going to be very well paid by some team other than the Redskins.

There have been rumors that Cleveland has made him their #1 FA target. His former DC is now the HC there and they have both cap space and an owner who is willing to spend.

If a team like Oakland, which has $64MM in cap space, or Indy, which has $40M in cap space, decides they want him, then they can probably get him.

We just have too many other needs to sign Byrd. Besides, our safeties were so bad last year that if we sign Mike Mitchell, Chris Clemons, Antoine Bethea, or some other decent, reasonably priced safety, we'll be greatly improved at that position without eating up a very large portion of our cap space.

I would say that the probability of the Skins signing Byrd is less than 5%.

[Mechanix544]

Originally Posted by KI Skins Fan

Byrd is still talking to Buffalo and he says he's open to other possibilities, as well. He's going to be very well paid by some team other than the Redskins.

There have been rumors that Cleveland has made him their #1 FA target. His former DC is now the HC there and they have both cap space and an owner who is willing to spend.

If a team like Oakland, which has $64MM in cap space, or Indy, which has $40M in cap space, decides they want him, then they can probably get him.

We just have too many other needs to sign Byrd. Besides, our safeties were so bad last year that if we sign Mike Mitchell, Chris Clemons, Antoine Bethea, or some other decent, reasonably priced safety, we'll be greatly improved at that position without eating up a very large portion of our cap space.

I would say that the probability of the Skins signing Byrd is less than 5%.

Nah, I'd say the actual percentage is around 8.44782%. You are way off.

[KI Skins Fan]

Originally Posted by Mechanix544

Nah, I'd say the actual percentage is around 8.44782%. You are way off.

So, you're saying there's a chance?

[Jamaican'Skin]

Grant Paulsen reporting that Carriker and Rocca are out. Contracts terminated. Should I have put this in the all encompassing thread? Excuse my ignorance, haven't posted in a while

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by Jamaican'Skin

Grant Paulsen reporting that Carriker and Rocca are out. Contracts terminated. Should I have put this in the all encompassing thread? Excuse my ignorance, haven't posted in a while

Jawan Jamison, Richard Quinn, Davin Meggett as well

[JoeRedskin]

Wasn't Jamison the RB Shanny was hiding on the PS? Expect to see him in Cleveland.

[GTripp0012]

Something has to be done about right tackle: now version 6.0.

I prefer the idea of addressing the line in the draft, although I would wait about three weeks and then sign some offensive lineman who can help. The presence of guys like Tom Compton and Josh LeRibeus should mean that the Redskins can avoid spending real money at the position.

If Anthony Collins is going to sign in the first few days of free agency, I'll bend the rules a bit for him. He's a good player, although a bit of a slow developer.

I would expect to get multiple lineman and receivers in the draft, which means my free agency focal point is defense. Orakpo, Hall, and Baker coming back takes a nice chunk of the work out of the free agent shopping.

My main target is Brandon Spikes. I think safety is a bigger need, but Spikes is a better player than any of the available safeties. I also think he's somewhat undervalued as a player. He hasn't been a factor in coverage, but he also hasn't reached the age where linebackers typically become good coverage players.

I really wouldn't be shocked to see Josh Wilson back on a one year deal in the $1.5 million range. The Redskins need a nickel corner, and limiting Wilson's snaps could help with the injury issues he's had the last few years. He's okay out of the slot. Tackles well. I think he's better than he's given credit for, but he got targeted a lot down the stretch and offenses had a ton of success throwing at him. Wilson is actually a great fit for the defense, but the key is that the Redskins can develop Richard Crawford or Chase Minnifield enough to be serious consideration to play if Amerson or Hall misses time.

I like targeting Chris Clemons (Miami safety) to fill the free safety need on a 5 year deal. They really need two safeties, but I'm okay with getting one this year, adding one later in the draft to pair with Thomas and Rambo, and then waiting for the season to see if someone on the roster can handle the second safety. If Jose Gumbs is getting starts with Clemons, then you know you need to sign another guy in 2015.

Then I think they have to go above and beyond just filling holes, and get a good player on the defensive line that takes Bowen's roster spot. They have to get more production out of that position, and even though a salary structure where you are paying Bowen deadcap and another player to actually perform in that spot.

Luckily, the FA class is deep in just two spots: corner and defensive line. Lamarr Houston, Arthur Jones, Vance Walker, Randy Starks, Linval Joseph, Red Bryant, Tony McDaniel, Jason Hatcher can all help. I'd kick the tires on B.J. Raji or Cam Thomas if the price was right.

I'd try to get Sidney Rice coming off ACL reconstruction as the cherry on top of the offseason if the price is right. He's the best receiver on the market by a large margin, and his price will be discounted for his injury history.

[KI Skins Fan]

Originally Posted by GTripp0012

Something has to be done about right tackle: now version 6.0.

So true!

I prefer the idea of addressing the line in the draft, although I would wait about three weeks and then sign some offensive lineman who can help. The presence of guys like Tom Compton and Josh LeRibeus should mean that the Redskins can avoid spending real money at the position.

Agree. Time for Compton and LeRibeus to step up. I think LeRibeus can play but if he comes in overweight again I hope they cut his fat ass on the spot.

If Anthony Collins is going to sign in the first few days of free agency, I'll bend the rules a bit for him. He's a good player, although a bit of a slow developer.

I would target Collins. Clear upgrade. It would be good to have a player or two on offense who is familiar with Jay Gruden's system.

I would expect to get multiple lineman and receivers in the draft, which means my free agency focal point is defense. Orakpo, Hall, and Baker coming back takes a nice chunk of the work out of the free agent shopping.

My main target is Brandon Spikes. I think safety is a bigger need, but Spikes is a better player than any of the available safeties. I also think he's somewhat undervalued as a player. He hasn't been a factor in coverage, but he also hasn't reached the age where linebackers typically become good coverage players.

Spikes bothers me because I think he may be a knucklehead.

I really wouldn't be shocked to see Josh Wilson back on a one year deal in the $1.5 million range. The Redskins need a nickel corner, and limiting Wilson's snaps could help with the injury issues he's had the last few years. He's okay out of the slot. Tackles well. I think he's better than he's given credit for, but he got targeted a lot down the stretch and offenses had a ton of success throwing at him. Wilson is actually a great fit for the defense, but the key is that the Redskins can develop Richard Crawford or Chase Minnifield enough to be serious consideration to play if Amerson or Hall misses time.

I like targeting Chris Clemons (Miami safety) to fill the free safety need on a 5 year deal. They really need two safeties, but I'm okay with getting one this year, adding one later in the draft to pair with Thomas and Rambo, and then waiting for the season to see if someone on the roster can handle the second safety. If Jose Gumbs is getting starts with Clemons, then you know you need to sign another guy in 2015.

Clemons is solid but not a playmaker. He would definitely do. What's your opinion of Mike Mitchell? I have high hopes for Thomas at SS.

Then I think they have to go above and beyond just filling holes, and get a good player on the defensive line that takes Bowen's roster spot. They have to get more production out of that position, and even though a salary structure where you are paying Bowen deadcap and another player to actually perform in that spot.

This is an excellent point! If the redskins want to get the full value out of re-signing Orakpo, then they need to improve the overall pass rush by getting more pressure from the inside.

Luckily, the FA class is deep in just two spots: corner and defensive line. Lamarr Houston, Arthur Jones, Vance Walker, Randy Starks, Linval Joseph, Red Bryant, Tony McDaniel, Jason Hatcher can all help. I'd kick the tires on B.J. Raji or Cam Thomas if the price was right.

I'd be happy to have any of these DE's.

I'd try to get Sidney Rice coming off ACL reconstruction as the cherry on top of the offseason if the price is right. He's the best receiver on the market by a large margin, and his price will be discounted for his injury history.

I'd be skeptical of this signing. When I think Sidney Rice, I think IR.

I think this is an excellent analysis. Good job!

[Chico23231]

Still take D Jackson over Spikes. Spikes is not a factor in the passing game is very nice way to say he is terrible at it, probably the determining reason why the Pats are letting him go. Probably gonna be cheaper than D Quell which is a plus.

[Lotus]

Yeah, Spikes is a two-down linebacker. Pass.

[Schneed10]

Originally Posted by Lotus

Yeah, Spikes is a two-down linebacker. Pass.

Agreed. Keenan Robinson hasn't shown well enough that he can be counted on to come in on 3rd down and cover reliably. Spikes doesn't fit with us.

[Monkeydad]

We're not getting D'Qwell Jackson. He's visited 4 teams and is picking from one of them soon. We were not one one them.

He'll be a Dolphin, Colt, Bronco or Titan.


He must really love being in the AFC.