coastiemike Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I personanlly like Asomugha and Landry.http://www.footballsfuture.com/2009/fa/db.html2009 NFL Free Agent Defensive BacksBy: Greg Davis Nnamdi Asomugha, UFA, Oakland Raiders Asomugha’s numbers don’t overwhelm other than his eight interceptions in ’06, but the big reason that he has only 217 career tackles and nine interceptions is because opponents attack the side of the field that Asomugha isn’t on. He has 40 passes defensed over the past three seasons and he’s one of the NFL’s best in coverage. He’s held some of the game’s best receivers in check in single coverage and when he becomes a free agent, he may command the most attention of the lot. Oakland will likely be unwilling to pay him the money he’ll be after, so look for Asomugha to be wearing something other than silver and black after this season. Mike Brown, UFA, Chicago Bears Brown has played in just 21 games over the past four seasons and the Bears miss his presence when he is on the field. In the ’05 season, when he last played in a majority of the Bears’ games, he had 72 tackles and three interceptions and had a solid season. He won’t be a highly coveted free agent because of the injury concerns that surround him, but someone will take a chance on him because he’ll be just 31 when next year rolls around. Brian Dawkins, UFA, Philadelphia Eagles Dawkins has been one of the better safeties in the league for some time now. He’s in his mid-thirties, but he will still be of interest to several teams because of his track record. He has had at least one interception in each year of his 12-year career, and he’s had only one during the two seasons he missed considerable time. As recently as two seasons ago, he had five forced fumbles, four picks, and 98 tackles. While he may not be quite the same player he once was when he becomes a free agent, he’ll probably still be a better option than many other safeties in the league. He’s played in Philadelphia his entire career and chances are it’ll stay that way. Chris Gamble, UFA, Carolina Panthers Gamble may not be the first player to come to mind when discussing top cornerbacks, but he has certainly strung together some really good seasons of play for the Panthers. He had six picks in his rookie season and followed it up with seven in ’05. He’s young, athletic, and has shown quality instincts for much of his early career. He is only 25, which will give teams an incentive to offer a long-term deal. It will be hard for Carolina to keep Gamble around if he has another strong season and isn’t signed to an extension before free agency. Dawan Landry, RFA, Baltimore Ravens It is difficult to imagine that the Ravens would let Landry get away considering he is young and has shown major potential during his first two seasons in the NFL. Landry, a safety, made a significant impact in his first year when he made 69 tackles and had five interceptions as well as three sacks. While his sacks and interceptions dropped in year two, he tallied 83 tackles, still making plays on the ball but just not coming up with turnovers. Landry is athletic and finds the ball well. It’s a safe bet that Baltimore wants to keep him around through his prime. Dunta Robinson, UFA, Houston Texans Robinson missed nearly half the season last year, but before he was injured he was being mentioned alongside the top corners in the league, even though he played for a struggling Texans team. An injury last season forced Robinson to miss a large portion of the season, but he still had a pair of picks. He made a name for himself in his rookie season when he made six interceptions, three sacks, and 88 tackles. Any team would like to have his services in their defensive backfield, and if Houston doesn’t start winning, Robinson could look for a change of scenery with a more successful franchise. Other Defensive BacksTyron Brackenridge, UFA, Kansas City ChiefsMike Brown, UFA, Chicago BearsPhillip Buchanon, UFA, Tampa Bay BuccaneersJabari Greer, UFA, Buffalo BillsRodney Harrison, UFA, New England PatriotsKelvin Hayden, UFA, Indianapolis ColtsRenaldo Hill, UFA, Miami DolphinsDaven Holly, UFA, Cleveland BrownsJohn Lynch, UFA, Denver BroncosBryant McFadden, UFA, Pittsburgh SteelersR.W. McQuarters, UFA, New York GiantsJustin Miller, UFA, New York JetsLawyer Milloy, UFA, Atlanta FalconsDeltha O'Neal, UFA, Cincinnati BengalsJarrad Page, UFA, Kansas City ChiefsAllen Rossum, UFA, San Francisco 49ersDarren Sharper, UFA, Darren Sharper Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Georgia Tech Bearfan Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Better not take our Mike Brown. In my honest opinion he is the most underrated DB in the game today. He really is an impact player. Of the ones named... Landry probably is the most appealing due to his age, but Dawkins could be a good influence on a young secondary. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
coastiemike Posted October 15, 2008 Author Share Posted October 15, 2008 I would love to get Brown but don't really think the Bears will let him go. I also love building the team through the draft. But, I feel we need a veteran shut down corner to help mentor our young, talented backs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FormerFan-RobertAP Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I think if we go after any of these guys, it will be Landry. Hopefully, we keep Milloy. It would be nice to have Milloy and Landry back there. I don't see us doing too much with the CB's. We have 4 talented, young CB's, and we get Von Hutchins back next year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thempizzle Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Gamble! He is a fantastic corner, I've always been a big fan.We need a nice physical corner like this kid, bring him here! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ki46dinah Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Dunta Robinson...or Justin Miller. Miller could help the return game in addition to being a valid corner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-TowN.- Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Landry is a RFA, ha.He belongs to the Ravens.&Asomugha doesn't fit our schemeChris Gamble is by far my favorite. Along with Jermaine Phillips. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
solidx Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Asomugha will be our only FA signing if we do get him because he will command the same contract if not more than D-Hall Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-TowN.- Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Asomugha will be our only FA signing if we do get him because he will command the same contract if not more than D-HallWhat are you talking about? I can bet you he won't be since he isn't familiar with the scheme. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SwaG FactorY EnT Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 I liek Asomugha hes a very physical corner, but Chris Gamble wouldnt be half bad either. Landry will stay with the Ravens but hed be a good acquisition as well Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-TowN.- Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 No way. Asomugha would be as good as toast in our defensive set-up.Chris Gamble would be Ideal for our defense, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconFan13 Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 For price vet experience and who i personally like i would take Chris Gamble in a heartbeat. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-TowN.- Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 For price vet experience and who i personally like i would take Chris Gamble in a heartbeat.you always speak my language. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconFan13 Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 you always speak my language.I try my best to please and if i had 6500 or so we would be talking a bit more for that 300Z. I miss my stealth TT and need another Twin Toy to play with. But for now i'll just have to enjoy the 89 GT i put all my money in lately. Plus the Raptor just went on the fritz so i gotta talk to a shop about it i think it's the timing chain loose making it jump in and out of timing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1989Fan Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Jarrad Page would be the guy I wanted. Brown is better, but older and often injured. Page is young, and can bang like Lawyer.Asomguha doesnt fit our scheme. he is a press man CB. He would be great in Green Bay, and could see them making a press for him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DurtyBirds02 Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Better not take our Mike Brown. In my honest opinion he is the most underrated DB in the game today. He really is an impact player. Of the ones named... Landry probably is the most appealing due to his age, but Dawkins could be a good influence on a young secondary.I wouldnt touch brown, great player, walking band-aid Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Upark25 Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Gamble baby Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GreenFire Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Robinson would be fantastic. He was such a smart player as a rookie, and he has really good speed. If only we got Asante.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
.CharlestonChad. Posted October 15, 2008 Share Posted October 15, 2008 Jarrad Page would be the guy I wanted. Brown is better, but older and often injured. Page is young, and can bang like Lawyer.Asomguha doesnt fit our scheme. he is a press man CB. He would be great in Green Bay, and could see them making a press for him.Agreed. I'd like to see Page in our secondary. I don't see why GB would bother with Asomguha. They already have Harris and Woodson. No use breaking up that pair for a guy that isn't even an upgrade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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