ECURB Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Ok, fair points made here, but I still don't understand what we're thinking with a 4th RB when there were other needs that could have been addressed. They must have really been in love with the guy. You draft needs in rounds 1-2 maybe 3... after that you draft upside and projects... rarely does a 4-7 rounder pay off as a starter year 1... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoicsentry Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 You draft needs in rounds 1-2 maybe 3... after that you draft upside and projects... rarely does a 4-7 rounder pay off as a starter year 1... I see what you mean but then why not go for upside at a position you are notoriously weak at? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFlaJets Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 That is very depressing. Does anyone know if there any OLBers left that have any potential? you know they have to have their eyes on some veteran F/A Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoicsentry Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 you know they have to have their eyes on some veteran F/A Let's get this Herzlich dude. Why not? Potential 1st round talent in the 7th round is grand larceny! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
derp Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I see what you mean but then why not go for upside at a position you are notoriously weak at? They're filling needs just not "We want a starter at OLB so let's draft one at the end of the 4th round" needs...obviously they like Powell a whole lot, and it is a bit of a need if you think about it. Who knows if Tomlinson comes back and what he has in the tank. Assuming he doesn't or not much, at RB you've got injury and fumble prone Shonn Greene and massively unproven Joe McKnight. Adding a bit of stability to the RB position with a guy you really like probably makes sense for a team that loves running the football. I mean odds are whoever you take in the 4th round isn't going to be taking Bryan Thomas's job anyway unfortunately, probably not going to find a long-term starter at WR. I could've seen a safety but all of the name guys are dropping a ton anyway. So it kind of did make sense. Plus Powell probably is going to be a core special teams guy. Then Kerley's a returner and presumably a slot, especially if Smith and one of Holmes/Edwards go. Cotchery presumably joins the other one playing outside, and beyond that who is really left? To be completely honest I wasn't a huge fan of either pick initially, but it's pretty clear what they're thinking with both. Obviously they didn't think they were able to fill a starter role at a position of need, so they're filling another, generally considered to be less significant, one with a player they really like. One thing I do like about the Powell pick is I think that's a major sign that they're going to get back to running the football this year instead of having Sanchez throw 30, 40 times a game. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
war ensemble Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I see what you mean but then why not go for upside at a position you are notoriously weak at? Because they take time to develop...by the time they may be talented enough to start, it mightn't be a need any more. So there's no point in trying to fit needs now with guys that won't be ready for a few years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFlaJets Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 They're filling needs just not "We want a starter at OLB so let's draft one at the end of the 4th round" needs...obviously they like Powell a whole lot, and it is a bit of a need if you think about it. Who knows if Tomlinson comes back and what he has in the tank. Assuming he doesn't or not much, at RB you've got injury and fumble prone Shonn Greene and massively unproven Joe McKnight. Adding a bit of stability to the RB position with a guy you really like probably makes sense for a team that loves running the football. I mean odds are whoever you take in the 4th round isn't going to be taking Bryan Thomas's job anyway unfortunately, probably not going to find a long-term starter at WR. I could've seen a safety but all of the name guys are dropping a ton anyway. So it kind of did make sense. Plus Powell probably is going to be a core special teams guy. Then Kerley's a returner and presumably a slot, especially if Smith and one of Holmes/Edwards go. Cotchery presumably joins the other one playing outside, and beyond that who is really left? To be completely honest I wasn't a huge fan of either pick initially, but it's pretty clear what they're thinking with both. Obviously they didn't think they were able to fill a starter role at a position of need, so they're filling another, generally considered to be less significant, one with a player they really like. One thing I do like about the Powell pick is I think that's a major sign that they're going to get back to running the football this year instead of having Sanchez throw 30, 40 times a game. you need to post here more often derp...good stuff all day bro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stonehands Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I am guessing that the 7th round is Westhoff's round. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vudu Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 the first of our 2 7's is coming up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vudu Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I am guessing that the 7th round is Westhoff's round. I say he picks Herzlich Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJ667 Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I say he picks Herzlich +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aten Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I say he picks Herzlich He has one leg. Probably Lefeged here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJ667 Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 He has one leg. Probably Lefeged here. Too inconsistent. I go to Rutgers, I know Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFlaJets Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I say he picks Herzlich what position does he play? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJ667 Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 what position does he play? 3-4 OLB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFlaJets Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 3-4 OLB TY 667 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJ667 Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 super lame, McElroy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vudu Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Um what? Greg McElroy? wtf are they thinking? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iceman88 Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 McElroy? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFlaJets Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 adios Erik Ainge Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoicsentry Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Jets take Greg McElroy QB-ALA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt39 Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Always smart to take flyers on QB's in the later rounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aten Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Um what? Greg McElroy? wtf are they thinking? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoicsentry Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Not a bad pick, really. This guy is a very good QB to take in the 7th round. Excellent backup for Sanchez. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StraightCash Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 adios Erik Ainge KC rather. I like the pick actually, 1. Sanchez 2. Brunell 3. McElroy after 1 year, McElroy will be the primary back-up. Like it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJ667 Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 well maybe they flip him in a few years Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoicsentry Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Would have preferred Herzlich but that's an excellent value pick Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Iceman88 Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 I guess a 7th rounder for our back up QB isn't bad, I would have like Herzlich though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vudu Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 CONTROVERSY! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BroadwayJ667 Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Would have preferred Herzlich but that's an excellent value pick Maybe they get him with the second 7th they have Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoicsentry Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Enjoying his interview. Greg seems like a positive leader. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsFanInDenver Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Kellen Clemens it was nice knowing you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T0mShane Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Blech. Future Republcan Senator from Alabama. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T0mShane Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Nice knowing ya, Sanchez!!!!!! Heist!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt39 Posted April 30, 2011 Share Posted April 30, 2011 Blech. Future Republcan Senator from Alabama. Probably the first pick we've had that hasnt been in an orange jumpsuit though. In all honesty though...never hurts taking a QB late...played in a real offense too which helps. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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