Makaveli96 Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 (edited) http://walterfootbal...ason2013atl.phpThis article is right. We do need depth at WR. Roddy isn't old yet, but he's getting there. It would also help us A LOT if we could go with a four verts package a bunch more next season. We need to absolutely KILLER with our deep ball. I don't mean 40+ yard catches, but a lot more 15 or 20+ yards catches. Two Defensive Ends: The Falcons can't put any pressure on the quarterback whatsoever. John Abraham will be 35 in May, while Ray Edwards was released during the season. The front office could double dip at this position during the draft.Running Back: This is an obvious need. Michael Turner's career is about finished, so the Falcons need to bring in a replacement. There will be plenty of backs available on Day 2 of the 2013 NFL Draft.Linebacker: The Falcons' play at linebacker must improve. Stephen Nicholas can't be on the field on all three downs, while Akeem Dent was a disappointment in his first season as a starter. The team needs to find a linebacker capable of playing all three downs with Sean Weatherspoon.Defensive Tackle: Atlanta will look for a defensive tackle to complement Jonathan Babineaux this offseason. Someone like Kawann Short makes sense at the end of the first round this April.Interior Lineman: The Falcons will need a new right guard or center, depending on where they want to put Peter Konz. Current center Todd McClure is a 36-year-old free agent. Luckily, this upcoming draft is deep in terms of interior blockers.Tight End: Tony Gonzalez will likely retire this offseason. If that's the case, Atlanta may draft a tight end early.Left Tackle: Sam Baker finally got over his chronic back issues, which is why he played well in 2012. However, he's now a free agent who must be retained.Strong Safety: William Moore is another free agent who has to be brought back.Cornerback: Depth is needed. Brent Grimes is a free agent coming off a torn Achilles. Dunta Robinson, meanwhile, is owned $29.5 million over the next three seasons.Wide Receiver: Atlanta has to find receiving depth, especially with Roddy White turning 32 in November. Edited January 28, 2013 by kkc86 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adam25 Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 see how far down of a need it is ? pretty far down and that's where it should stay, Roddy showed no sign of slowing down this year, he probably can play at that level for 3-4 more years, he is a solid pro and takes care of his body, Julio makes his career longer by taking heat off him. It's clear as day that defense is the clear cut need. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Game Blouses™ Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 Roddy has still a few elite seasons in him, WR if definitely not a pressing need Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE ICEMAN Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 I think it comes down to does TD think there is a TE productive a enough to replace TG but I think that if we had 4 really good WR's it would make a team like SF take at least one of there LBs off the field I'd rather a have a WR out of this draft but I'd be OK with either kid from Stanford or ND Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Makaveli96 Posted January 28, 2013 Author Share Posted January 28, 2013 (edited) see how far down of a need it is ? pretty far down and that's where it should stay, Roddy showed no sign of slowing down this year, he probably can play at that level for 3-4 more years, he is a solid pro and takes care of his body, Julio makes his career longer by taking heat off him. It's clear as day that defense is the clear cut need.A better four verts package would polish this offense off. Edited January 28, 2013 by kkc86 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE ICEMAN Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 I'll add we did have 3 number one receivers like it or not TG player more like a big slot WR than a TE.Either way a TE or WR we won't be able to replace TG's production. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sven Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 It depends on Dimitroff and Koetter's vision for the offense. Maybe they want to stretch the field with 4 WRs and Jacquizz coming out of the backfield rather than using 3 WRs, a TE, and Jacquizz. In that case, the need for a WR replaces the value we've set on the need for a TE, and we'll just roll with Coffman/Palmer/Gallarda/low pick at TE. I could see them going for a G and a WR in the first three picks, a TE in around round 5, and defense with the rest of them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE ICEMAN Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 A better four verts package would polish this offense off.not to mention a RB thats unpredictable so you don't know weather we running it throw it or running a screen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WFColonel56 Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 (edited) No we dont need a receiver.......HD, Davis, Cone, Toone are good options for 3,4,5 receivers. I think Toone has the talent to make big plays as a 3rd receiver on other teams. He most def can be a 5th receiver and prosperThe article only says we need depth because nobody has seen the lower receivers play outside of a preseason game for more than 5 or so snaps a game . Edited January 28, 2013 by WFColonel56 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isproab Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 Of course it is, but we really can't afford to focus on it. I really don't want to see Drew Davis in a game, but he was the best we had at the #4 WR spot. Roddy can't play forever, but that bridge will be crossed in a season or two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kizu_7 Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 is desean Jackson available ... dang! that would be crazy, I know mike Wallace is out there. Expensive, yes but could anyone play defense on ATL. A guy can dream. Too bad Amendola played crazy this season or he could have been a sneaky pickup Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumblesjr Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 (edited) don't be surprise if no WR's are taken in this year's draft. maybe next year. Edited January 28, 2013 by mumblesjr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
THE ICEMAN Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 don't be surprise if no WR's are taken in this year's draft. maybe next year.Kind of doubt that will happen considering we are likely losing 90 catches 900 yards and 8TD a WR or a receiving TE will be taken kind of hard not seeing that happening. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DUB Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 every pick needs to be spent on the defense. You can find a running back in FA or UDFA. The offense is fine although the line could be upgraded that to can come through FA or UDFA. If you want to add depth to the WR corp you can do that through UDFA. I expect all picks to be spent to upgrade that defense unless there is a offensive stud (once in a life time player type) sitting on the board when you go to make a selection. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birdz4i Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 find depth? we have hd, davis, cone, toone, rodgers brother, the oft injured meier and jackson on the roster. we need more catches to go around, but hard to do when 250+ go to the big 3. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kirbyr Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 So now that we have 2 #1s you guys want a few more? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Born Again Georgian Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 So now that we have 2 #1s you guys want a few more?4 #1's and we'll be set. lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jbrinson Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 I and TD agree with you. We interview Terrance Williams from Baylor at the Senior bowl. He's another height weight speed guy as Mayock likes to call it. I just like to take the best player available and we'll just get a good player who'll make plays regardless if we needed him or not. I would rather we take the 3rd best WR with our 1st pick than the 6 or 7th best DE. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSalmon Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 It depends on Dimitroff and Koetter's vision for the offense. Maybe they want to stretch the field with 4 WRs and Jacquizz coming out of the backfield rather than using 3 WRs, a TE, and Jacquizz. In that case, the need for a WR replaces the value we've set on the need for a TE, and we'll just roll with Coffman/Palmer/Gallarda/low pick at TE. I could see them going for a G and a WR in the first three picks, a TE in around round 5, and defense with the rest of them.This is the best reply yet. I mockeda first round wr and a rb with receiving ability. Not too mention sustaining offensive drives helps the defense. We are not going to replace the entire starting 11 on defense. I do see a couple of FA DL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mattbob_Icepants Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 a position that may need an influx of young talent? yes. a pressing need? **** no. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peyton Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 A close examination of the article tells me that author believes the Falcons need help at every position other than QB. So yeah...I guess that we need help at WR if that is the case........after addressing every other position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rai Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 do we need a #1 or #2 receiver anytime soon? no. we can find slot guys or developmental talent later on in the draft. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
B_Lo_Touchdowns Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 Of course we need to get another WR. If Tavares King or Ace Sanders is available in the 5th we need to get one of those guys. Guys like Tony G don't come out every year, and you are not going to replace him with anyone in this draft. I don't see us using the first 3 picks on any skill players. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MAD597 Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 We really don;t even need to draft another WR at all. Davis is an option as well as Toone. WR is probably LAST on our priority list and we should not use a pick on one unless something falls in our laps in the later rounds.Until we take care of D-line, O-line, TE, RB we should not even consider other positions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mth15 Posted January 28, 2013 Share Posted January 28, 2013 (edited) We do need another WR, it shouldn't be dealt with until the 4th maybe 3rd after a couple Des. I say this because Tony's gone, we need another element to help. We need a really fast guy (like Dexter McCluster) who can return punts, kicks, and help our screen game flourish. We've been missing that ability to take KRs back, Weems did it but he was never a speedy guy just quick with good vision. I agree with this but only if the guy has return skills. Its so low on the priority list though that it'll probably be passed on. Edited January 28, 2013 by mth15 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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