FalconAge Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 I wanted Eric Berry before the season started, bringing up his family and cancer doctors being local. I knew he'd be expensive, but he has played beyond even my own lofty expectations. I think the smarter move, over the long term, is to draft a safety of the near-future in a mid round, and surround them with the best coaching money can buy. I say mid-round because of our needs on both lines. Ricardo Allen won't lose us a Superbowl, but better free safety play could transform our pass defense. It seems likely the Bills fire Rex Ryan after the season, at which point his staff is up for grabs. He brought in HOFer Ed Reed as the assistant defensive backs coach, and he could help us reach the next level. Belichick and Brady respected Reed more than any other defender: Real Recognizing Real The reason for this, beyond his physical ability and toughness, was his fundamental understanding of quarterbacks. On any given play, he was about as keyed into your offense as your own center, and his 64 career INTs are proof. Reed was notorious for his obsessive film study during the week and offseason. He was at the facility putting in Peyton Manning-hours to know exactly what a QB likes to do in every situation, and his attention to detail allowed him to often know what the passer wanted to before he knew it himself. One 2017 prospect that intrigues me is UConn's Obi Melifonwu, a pure size/speed freak measuring 6 ft.3, 217 lbs. His tape reveals incredible physicality and closing speed, but also a player who has significant room to grow as a student of the game. From Marquand Manuel he would learn the rules of our Cover-3/Cover-1 scheme, our kick-step and rugby-style tackling. Ed Reed would be there to give him insight on how to read an offense. "What does the QB like to do in this situation?" and "Where should I be?", are two questions that can be answered with a proper course of film study. The knowledge of HOW to study, as any college student will attest, makes all the difference. Recognizing patterns, discerning what info is important and what isn't; Universal skills that impact football and life. Dwight Freeney's greatest contribution this year has been to break down the process of studying the O-line, and sharing that knowledge with Beasley and Clayborn. Along with signing Tru, and perhaps OG Kevin Zeitler, securing Ed Reed could help cement our position as perennial Superbowl contenders, and should be of the highest priority next offseason. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmaZze Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Bro we're going for fast and physical not AARP members. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuego Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 1 minute ago, AmaZze said: Bro we're going for fast and physical not AARP members. I was just thinking the same thing. Isn't he like 50 years old or something? lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Borat Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Thread title is gonna lead to some interesting responses, but yes, wouldn't mind him here as a COACH. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconAge Posted December 22, 2016 Author Share Posted December 22, 2016 2 minutes ago, Borat said: Thread title is gonna lead to some interesting responses, but yes, wouldn't mind him here as a COACH. I like to catch the folks who don't read lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kiwifalcon Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Forget Berry Forget Zeitler I think we can either find a FS or a G in the draft or fa to do a job for less money.I don't want us spending on names.If we are going to spend cash let it be on a pass rusher to supplement Beasley on the other side. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AmaZze Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 2 minutes ago, FalconAge said: I like to catch the folks who don't read lol. Lol got me. I could see this as a possibility. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moist Words Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 64 ints?!?! Good lord!!! I don't care who you are, you have to listen to a man who was able to do that Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuego Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 5 minutes ago, FalconAge said: I like to catch the folks who don't read lol. I just realized why you wrote that. I didn't read it closely. Got me. lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconAge Posted December 22, 2016 Author Share Posted December 22, 2016 5 minutes ago, kiwifalcon said: Forget Berry Forget Zeitler I think we can either find a FS or a G in the draft or fa to do a job for less money.I don't want us spending on names.If we are going to spend cash let it be on a pass rusher to supplement Beasley on the other side. This draft is lousy with good pass-rushers, and if you read my post I don't want Berry at his 2017 price. Zeitler we sign and forget about the O-line for about 3 years, superbowl contenders each year. This is the draft to target a LEO, a DT, and a FS. Set it and forget with Zeitler. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raysnill1 Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 10 minutes ago, Jpowers said: 64 ints?!?! Good lord!!! I don't care who you are, you have to listen to a man who was able to do that you know guys, I think coach has done this before... lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hometownfan Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Read up on Ed Reed's brief expensive tour with the Texans before you make any decisions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconAge Posted December 22, 2016 Author Share Posted December 22, 2016 2 minutes ago, Hometownfan said: Read up on Ed Reed's brief expensive tour with the Texans before you make any decisions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuego Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 5 minutes ago, FalconAge said: Yep. lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandtrap Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Would love to bring him in to coach. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACK4ttACK Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 ed reed is thirty frickin eight man... what the hoojahmammie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACK4ttACK Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 I think this guy submitted this post in 1996 and it took his 28.8k modem 20 years to deliver Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abcranford2 Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 1 hour ago, MACK_AttACK said: I think this guy submitted this post in 1996 and it took his 28.8k modem 20 years to deliver I think you didn't read it Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MACK4ttACK Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 2 minutes ago, abcranford2 said: I think you didn't read it guess what Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADAMSVILLE GYM Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 So many folks wanna be "the funny guy", instead of just reading AND comprehending. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monolith2001 Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Thread made me giggle as even I was a young man when Ed Reed came in the league. I think we just go find the young talent we need. So far DQ and TD have been hitting on almost every young bet. At this point Reed is more consultant\mentor\coach than player for me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ADAMSVILLE GYM Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Outstanding writing OP. You seem to have composed a brain twister. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Monolith2001 Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 25 minutes ago, ADAMSVILLE GYM said: So many folks wanna be "the funny guy", instead of just reading AND comprehending. It's because the suggestion is ambiguous in the conclusion. The Freeny reference makes it sound more like he wants a player that can help the youngsters but that is a roster spot. As a coach/mentor/consultant part of staff..who would argue against that beyond devil's advocate? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconAge Posted December 22, 2016 Author Share Posted December 22, 2016 21 minutes ago, Monolith2001 said: It's because the suggestion is ambiguous in the conclusion. The Freeny reference makes it sound more like he wants a player that can help the youngsters but that is a roster spot. As a coach/mentor/consultant part of staff..who would argue against that beyond devil's advocate? Just admit you didn't read before your initial post lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Internetallstar Posted December 22, 2016 Share Posted December 22, 2016 Interesting suggestion but at this point why not just stay the course? I've read on here an a few different occasions that Quinn's system is very specific about how the secondary needs to play. When Ed played he was more like a wild card type player. I remember watching a few Ravens games where he was all over the field (pre and post snap). It was a very distinct style of safety play. Worked great in Ryan's 3-4 pressure scheme but I don't know how well that would work with our current defense. Ed will be in the HOF for a reason. But that doesn't mean he's a good fit with our current regime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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