mashburn*Fibonacci Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 So many are saying Danny Travathon is our number 1 guy we are going after. and there is reports that Soliai will be cut due to him not restruction. And I think we all know Jackson is decent but not OMG. And Worrilow is decent/good. So we rather go empty in two positions on the line vs replacing one position? I know we can pick up guys that are decent at DT in the rest of FA or pray we get lucky in the draft for a DT. but to me you stop the run and put pressure on the QB and you don't need much help from the LB. while if you have an amazing secondary well they will run and get 4 yards with ease. Sorry it is not making to much sense to me. or is there something I am missing. did Jackson become amazing these last few days? did our coaches come out saying that our DT backups are Suh 2.0? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
quotemokc Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 I would rather a top notch LB in FA from a price perspective. Are there even any good DTs hitting FA that won't break the bank this year? Also our LB corps is in much worse shape than our DT corps. This is a very deep year for DT talent in the draft and I could see us getting some quality in the 3rd round or even the second if Cravens and Cash are gone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FentayeJones Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 (edited) Prioritizing LB of DT is the right move. LB was the worst unit on the team last season and as of right now only Reed and Starr are under contract. Besides, DT is very deep in the draft so we could snag one then if we wanted to. Edited March 1, 2016 by FentayeJones Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Domed Outter Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 26 minutes ago, quotemokc said: I would rather a top notch LB in FA from a price perspective. Are there even any good DTs hitting FA that won't break the bank this year? Also our LB corps is in much worse shape than our DT corps. This is a very deep year for DT talent in the draft and I could see us getting some quality in the 3rd round or even the second if Cravens and Cash are gone. Seems to be some good prospects at DT in the draft, so fill in some LB holes in FA, and if the opportunity to add to the LB core (perhaps one that falls below their projected area of being picked) then go for it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1989Fan Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 I think we need both. I want us to fix the lines first. I would love to bring back Clay, then sign Jaye Howard for DT. There are lbs who can be had for less that are good. Bradham, Barron, Brown, Whitehead. we need lbs but there are better players in the draft than in FA at the position. i just cant see paying Trevathan same or more money than Howard, Mario, etc. Trevathan is a guy i really like, but he isnt worth Wagner, Keuchly money. For 6-7Mm sure, but not 9-10 per. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ezekiel 25:17 Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 With what you currently have or should I say don't have on the roster LB should be a "higher" priority. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ZoneOne01 Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 It's easier to find a good DT in this upcoming draft as opposed to a good MLB that fits this scheme. Trust me, I get the concern because both positions are definitely a need. But when you match up this team's needs vs what will be available in the draft/FA, it's understandable why Trevathan is highly sought after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HASHBROWN3 Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 So far I liked the idea of who the Falcons may be considering. Travathan & Travis Benjamin. Those would be two excellent additions and would fill major needs for this team. This has probably all been discussed ad nauseam however. I think most here agree that if it comes down to it we aren't as hung up on what FA position to fill, but more concerned that we don't settle for mediocrity. Get some difference makers even if it's only one or two guys. Dline is stacked for the draft and certainly our staff is aware of this. So come draft day, we'll probably be selecting the best player on the board who is a DE/DT/OLB or OLB/S Hybrid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PHALCONABERNATHY Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 I think Trevathon should be the number free agent we look at, then Center, then Guard and hopefully a SS. Need wise in the draft, it's a great year to need DT and DE/OLB help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconFanSince1969 Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 If I'm overpaying for anybody it's going to be a DL and not a LB. LB isn't as effective if the DL in front of him is junk. We should send our 1st rounder or our 2nd rounder and Tevin Coleman to the Jets for DT Muhammed Wilkerson. He's the potential prize of the off-season. An inside rusher that is still a 10+ sack guy. We lack pressure up the middle just as much as off the edge. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D.B.N. Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Trevathan is my #1 FA on my list. If we secure him he is an immediate upgrade to the middle of our defense. Rumor has it he was the true "heartbeat" of that suffocating Denver D. Then you have options @ 17 if you are dead set on DT. One of Rankins, Billings, Robinson should be there. I want difference-makers. I don't want a bunch of mediocre talent. We saw what we had in guys last year and of the group Clayborn and Scho are really the only two worth re-signing. As mentioned earlier, there are not really any great DTs hitting the market outside of Wilkerson (who will command a Suh-like contract). Get a premium LB and draft your DL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atlGM Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 the 4-3 dosent function properly without both good linebacker play and front 4 play. In our case we have more young talent on the line than in the lb core. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dirtybird3 Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Grady and hag are dt right? Not saying it isn't a priority but I wouldn't put it as high as a lb. One in fa and draft is a must Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwifalcon Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 3 hours ago, FalconFanSince1969 said: If I'm overpaying for anybody it's going to be a DL and not a LB. LB isn't as effective if the DL in front of him is junk. We should send our 1st rounder or our 2nd rounder and Tevin Coleman to the Jets for DT Muhammed Wilkerson. He's the potential prize of the off-season. An inside rusher that is still a 10+ sack guy. We lack pressure up the middle just as much as off the edge. Wilkerson would be nice his 100 mill contract won't & with 5 picks in a deep draft at positions we need giving picks up would be a bold move.I just don't see it.With DT being the deepest position group you can probably get someone decent in the 3rd round. Gotta keep my picks this year it's crucial. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HASHBROWN3 Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 Wilkerson is tagged by the jets gentlemen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fernando C. Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 I think we need a LB but maybe not top notch some one like Whitehead or Zach Brown should do.. our FA plan should be to get a OG and Center.... and then draft the best DT in the first round..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blizzard_falcon Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 47 minutes ago, HASHBROWN3 said: Wilkerson is tagged by the jets gentlemen. Jets assigned the non-exclusive franchise tag to RE Muhammad Wilkerson. The expected move guarantees Wilkerson's 2016 salary at $15.7 million. The Jets are expected to shop Wilkerson for a potential trade, but chatter coming back from the Combine suggested they're unlikely to find a suitor willing to pay an aggressive-if-reasonable asking price. Wilkerson will probably play out this season in New York and hit unrestricted free agency next year at age 27. Feb 29 - 5:49 PM Some Falcons fans may be hoping for a "tag & trade" scenario, but those are very rare. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HASHBROWN3 Posted March 1, 2016 Share Posted March 1, 2016 13 minutes ago, virginiafalcon said: Jets assigned the non-exclusive franchise tag to RE Muhammad Wilkerson. The expected move guarantees Wilkerson's 2016 salary at $15.7 million. The Jets are expected to shop Wilkerson for a potential trade, but chatter coming back from the Combine suggested they're unlikely to find a suitor willing to pay an aggressive-if-reasonable asking price. Wilkerson will probably play out this season in New York and hit unrestricted free agency next year at age 27. Feb 29 - 5:49 PM Some Falcons fans may be hoping for a "tag & trade" scenario, but those are very rare. Thanks for the info Virginiafalcon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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