BCJet Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 So the Rams decided to use an "original round tender" on Alaric Jackson: Fowler reports it is expected to be at the original-round, $3.116 million level. Since Jackson is a former undrafted free agent, it means the Rams would receive no compensation were Jackson to sign an offer sheet elsewhere and L.A. declined to match. A bit player his first two years in the league, Jackson became a 15-game starter last season, holding up surprisingly well on Matthew Stafford’s blindside. 26 in July, Jackson is old for a fourth-year pro but still relatively young and projectable for a tackle. Given the lack of true talent in this years OT free agent class, I wonder if taking a shot on a player that MAY be ascending would be a smart risk/reward. This article projects him at something like 2 years and $7 million (comparing him to the chargets Trey Pipkins from last year) https://atozsports.com/los-angeles/can-rams-keep-alaric-jackson-free-agency/#gid=ci02d58c420000278d&pid=usatsi_22332417 JD has taken a few shots at developmental OTs in Carter Warren and Max Mitchell but maybe "overpaying" someone like Jackson and letting him compete for the starting job would be a better use of the roster spot and cap space. Say we "overpay" and sign him to a 3 year $12 million deal - is that really going to hurt our cap if he winds up being beaten out by another veteran and a rookie and operates as a $4 million insurance policy at swing tackle as a player you can actually trust? Seems like a decent upside move if we do want to solidify the depth on the OL. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Alka Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 8 minutes ago, BCJet said: So the Rams decided to use an "original round tender" on Alaric Jackson: Fowler reports it is expected to be at the original-round, $3.116 million level. Since Jackson is a former undrafted free agent, it means the Rams would receive no compensation were Jackson to sign an offer sheet elsewhere and L.A. declined to match. A bit player his first two years in the league, Jackson became a 15-game starter last season, holding up surprisingly well on Matthew Stafford’s blindside. 26 in July, Jackson is old for a fourth-year pro but still relatively young and projectable for a tackle. Given the lack of true talent in this years OT free agent class, I wonder if taking a shot on a player that MAY be ascending would be a smart risk/reward. This article projects him at something like 2 years and $7 million (comparing him to the chargets Trey Pipkins from last year) https://atozsports.com/los-angeles/can-rams-keep-alaric-jackson-free-agency/#gid=ci02d58c420000278d&pid=usatsi_22332417 JD has taken a few shots at developmental OTs in Carter Warren and Max Mitchell but maybe "overpaying" someone like Jackson and letting him compete for the starting job would be a better use of the roster spot and cap space. Say we "overpay" and sign him to a 3 year $12 million deal - is that really going to hurt our cap if he winds up being beaten out by another veteran and a rookie and operates as a $4 million insurance policy at swing tackle as a player you can actually trust? Seems like a decent upside move if we do want to solidify the depth on the OL. Only 26 years old, and playing well for the Rams in 15 games last year, and not costing a lot, I would question why the Rams wouldn't just resign him. Could it be that he isn't that good? Is it possible that the Rams would prefer an upgrade? Perhaps if the Jets want to really upgrade the O line, then a guy like him should be not gone after. After all, we already have Warren and Max as offensive tackles, and unless he is a clear upgrade to both of them, I would move on to the dominant linemen that we need. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jets0712 Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 The more bodies the merrier. See what sticks. Especially if the cost is that low. Can’t hurt Sent from my iPhone using JetNation.com mobile app 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derp Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 I would guess he won't come that cheap and if that's the deal the Rams would just match it, but who knows. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JoeNamathsFurCoat Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 (oops wrong thread) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adoni Beast Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 I think that this is the type of guy we need to bring in even if we sign an injury prone LT. We'll need depth in case of injury and someone on the younger side who isn't fully proven or super expensive would fit the bill. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doggin94it Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 3 hours ago, BCJet said: So the Rams decided to use an "original round tender" on Alaric Jackson: Fowler reports it is expected to be at the original-round, $3.116 million level. Since Jackson is a former undrafted free agent, it means the Rams would receive no compensation were Jackson to sign an offer sheet elsewhere and L.A. declined to match. A bit player his first two years in the league, Jackson became a 15-game starter last season, holding up surprisingly well on Matthew Stafford’s blindside. 26 in July, Jackson is old for a fourth-year pro but still relatively young and projectable for a tackle. Given the lack of true talent in this years OT free agent class, I wonder if taking a shot on a player that MAY be ascending would be a smart risk/reward. This article projects him at something like 2 years and $7 million (comparing him to the chargets Trey Pipkins from last year) https://atozsports.com/los-angeles/can-rams-keep-alaric-jackson-free-agency/#gid=ci02d58c420000278d&pid=usatsi_22332417 JD has taken a few shots at developmental OTs in Carter Warren and Max Mitchell but maybe "overpaying" someone like Jackson and letting him compete for the starting job would be a better use of the roster spot and cap space. Say we "overpay" and sign him to a 3 year $12 million deal - is that really going to hurt our cap if he winds up being beaten out by another veteran and a rookie and operates as a $4 million insurance policy at swing tackle as a player you can actually trust? Seems like a decent upside move if we do want to solidify the depth on the OL. 0 chance the rams don't match at 4M per 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy2020 Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 3 hours ago, Alka said: Only 26 years old, and playing well for the Rams in 15 games last year, and not costing a lot, I would question why the Rams wouldn't just resign him. Could it be that he isn't that good? Is it possible that the Rams would prefer an upgrade? It's pretty simple. Why negotiate with him when you can let other teams do it for you? If no one offer sheets him then they get him cheap. If they do then they know exactly what his value is and don't offer him more money prematurely. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post JetPotato Posted March 8 Popular Post Share Posted March 8 Do all of these potential free agents know that the Jets are getting NEW UNIFORMS????? 1 1 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rangerous Posted March 8 Share Posted March 8 Sounds like they should take a look. I don’t see where 26 is old for a fourth year player. Didn’t Douglas do something similar with fant? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varjet Posted March 9 Share Posted March 9 The rams were in cap hell after winning the SB and are competitive again. Their GM is good. They are willing to let him go rather than overpay. JD is getting no deals. He had to pay CMG and Fant $9mm a year. Fant was a swing T/TE. He has to overpay some young OL with upside and stop overpaying Mosley. The only players he does not have to overpay are draft picks. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PepPep Posted March 9 Share Posted March 9 This is the guy I have been pounding the table for. Get 'er done JD. He is a CLEAR upgrade over Warren and Mitchell and has proven he can play the LT position. Then sign a stud Guard and draft a plug and play RT at 10. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hawk Posted March 9 Share Posted March 9 No Idea who this is, but Rams can Match any deal offered. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varjet Posted March 9 Share Posted March 9 11 hours ago, hawk said: No Idea who this is, but Rams can Match any deal offered. 3 year contract, $24mm, $16mm guaranteed. Let the Rams match it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sperm Edwards Posted March 9 Share Posted March 9 6'7" tall and just 285 lbs? Wonder why the Rams are tagging him so low. Depending on how much someone else is interested, they could lose him for nothing just to save $1.9MM (the additional amount for a 2nd round tender) on a $255MM salary cap? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsFlyer Posted March 9 Share Posted March 9 1 hour ago, Sperm Edwards said: 6'7" tall and just 285 lbs? Wonder why the Rams are tagging him so low. Depending on how much someone else is interested, they could lose him for nothing just to save $1.9MM (the additional amount for a 2nd round tender) on a $255MM salary cap? thats what I thought too is he a vegan? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrcoops Posted March 9 Share Posted March 9 Wouldn't mind this guy at all. But I think the Rams are just letting the league set his value, and will match anything that isn't excessive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LAD_Brooklyn Posted March 9 Share Posted March 9 On 3/8/2024 at 10:06 AM, Alka said: Only 26 years old Mekhi Becton is only 24. There's more upside rolling with him then a possible lateral move. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BCJet Posted March 11 Author Share Posted March 11 So the Rams have paid Jonah Jackson $51 million over 3 years and Cody Parkins $22 million over 3 years so maybe they wont have the space to sign Jackson? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flashlite80 Posted March 12 Share Posted March 12 On 3/8/2024 at 9:54 AM, BCJet said: So the Rams decided to use an "original round tender" on Alaric Jackson: Fowler reports it is expected to be at the original-round, $3.116 million level. Since Jackson is a former undrafted free agent, it means the Rams would receive no compensation were Jackson to sign an offer sheet elsewhere and L.A. declined to match. A bit player his first two years in the league, Jackson became a 15-game starter last season, holding up surprisingly well on Matthew Stafford’s blindside. 26 in July, Jackson is old for a fourth-year pro but still relatively young and projectable for a tackle. Given the lack of true talent in this years OT free agent class, I wonder if taking a shot on a player that MAY be ascending would be a smart risk/reward. This article projects him at something like 2 years and $7 million (comparing him to the chargets Trey Pipkins from last year) https://atozsports.com/los-angeles/can-rams-keep-alaric-jackson-free-agency/#gid=ci02d58c420000278d&pid=usatsi_22332417 JD has taken a few shots at developmental OTs in Carter Warren and Max Mitchell but maybe "overpaying" someone like Jackson and letting him compete for the starting job would be a better use of the roster spot and cap space. Say we "overpay" and sign him to a 3 year $12 million deal - is that really going to hurt our cap if he winds up being beaten out by another veteran and a rookie and operates as a $4 million insurance policy at swing tackle as a player you can actually trust? Seems like a decent upside move if we do want to solidify the depth on the OL. Allowed 1 sack and was charged with 3 penalties in p68 snaps at LT and a 66.2 PFF. That's lite years better than anyone we have. He did that at 6'7" and a slim 285. On 3/8/2024 at 9:54 AM, BCJet said: So the Rams decided to use an "original round tender" on Alaric Jackson: Fowler reports it is expected to be at the original-round, $3.116 million level. Since Jackson is a former undrafted free agent, it means the Rams would receive no compensation were Jackson to sign an offer sheet elsewhere and L.A. declined to match. A bit player his first two years in the league, Jackson became a 15-game starter last season, holding up surprisingly well on Matthew Stafford’s blindside. 26 in July, Jackson is old for a fourth-year pro but still relatively young and projectable for a tackle. Given the lack of true talent in this years OT free agent class, I wonder if taking a shot on a player that MAY be ascending would be a smart risk/reward. This article projects him at something like 2 years and $7 million (comparing him to the chargets Trey Pipkins from last year) https://atozsports.com/los-angeles/can-rams-keep-alaric-jackson-free-agency/#gid=ci02d58c420000278d&pid=usatsi_22332417 JD has taken a few shots at developmental OTs in Carter Warren and Max Mitchell but maybe "overpaying" someone like Jackson and letting him compete for the starting job would be a better use of the roster spot and cap space. Say we "overpay" and sign him to a 3 year $12 million deal - is that really going to hurt our cap if he winds up being beaten out by another veteran and a rookie and operates as a $4 million insurance policy at swing tackle as a player you can actually trust? Seems like a decent upside move if we do want to solidify the depth on the OL. I like it. He is 25 years old. He allowed only 1 sack and was charged only 3 penalties as a starting LT. His PFF is 66.2, which is lite years better than anything we have. Talk about upside, he did all that protecting the blindside of a 40 year old, immobile QB. He did that at 6'7" and a slim 285. Imagine what he might do with 40 pounds more muscle on him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Maynard13 Posted March 12 Share Posted March 12 On 3/8/2024 at 12:46 PM, Jets0712 said: The more bodies the merrier. See what sticks. Especially if the cost is that low. Can’t hurt Sent from my iPhone using JetNation.com mobile app You cant have enough pitching....I mean Left Tackles. Sign every FA tackle out there. Make it happen JD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jet_Engine1 Posted March 12 Share Posted March 12 I heard he was going to be RFK Jr.s SecState... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYJCAP2 Posted March 12 Share Posted March 12 44 minutes ago, derp said: This makes much more sense. Same tender was placed on Huff last year. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYJCAP2 Posted March 12 Share Posted March 12 On 3/9/2024 at 3:13 PM, Sperm Edwards said: 6'7" tall and just 285 lbs? Wonder why the Rams are tagging him so low. Depending on how much someone else is interested, they could lose him for nothing just to save $1.9MM (the additional amount for a 2nd round tender) on a $255MM salary cap? He definitely doesn’t look 285 in his playing photos… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
varjet Posted March 12 Share Posted March 12 You don’t pay a second round pick for a one year rental. It would need to be a sign and trade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dunnie Posted March 13 Share Posted March 13 The more bodies the merrier. See what sticks. Especially if the cost is that low. Can’t hurt Sent from my iPhone using JetNation.com mobile appFive cups of sh*t equals a larger bowl of sh*t. Unless there is obvious upside and potential... I don't get collecting a bunch of mids.But seeing that this guy has a tender on him makes this a good move.Sent from my Pixel 7 using Tapatalk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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