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To LT or QB?

10-26-2009, 01:36 PM

Looking ahead it seems there is much debate about whether we look at a franchise QB or elite LT in R1, and then reversing the selection in R2 on the assumption that Edwards cannot step up, and Bell lacks the ability to ever become elite.

Looking at the trends in the last couple of drafts it seems that teams are overpaying for Left Tackles - see Duane Brown (Houston) and Sam Baker (Atlanta) whilst QuarterBacks outside of the Top2 have slid.

In 2008, there were 6 LT taken (Long, Clady, Alberts, Chris Williams, Baker, and Brown) compared to 2 QB (Ryan and Flacco) whilst this year, more LT were again taken before QB.

If this trend continues would it make more sense to take that elite LT and then look to take a QB in R2 in what might be the deepest QB class since 2004?
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10-26-2009, 02:04 PM

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LT all the way. How can you throw or run the ball when your QB has no time and your RB has no holes to run through? We can get a QB at another time.
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10-26-2009, 02:05 PM

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QB we need to drastically change our O

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10-26-2009, 02:06 PM

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I say draft the top QB, and bring in the best LT free agent. (Marcus McNeil)

There is no way that San Diego can keep both Vincent Jackson and Marcus McNeil.
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10-26-2009, 02:09 PM

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Our Tackles have potential, our QBs do not.

QB, all the way, 100%.

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10-26-2009, 02:12 PM

Re: To LT or QB?

Originally posted by yordad

Our Tackles have potential, our QBs do not.

QB, all the way, 100%.

We need both. Without a LT, no QB especially a rookie QB will succeed.
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10-26-2009, 02:13 PM

Re: To LT or QB?

Originally posted by BuffaloBlitz83

We need both. Without a LT, no QB especially a rookie QB will succeed.

Again, thankyou for clarifying. I guess I wasn't aware the Bills had two top 10 picks in the next draft. Silly me.

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10-26-2009, 02:17 PM

Re: To LT or QB?

Originally posted by yordad

Again, thankyou for clarifying. I guess I wasn't aware the Bills had two top 10 picks in the next draft. Silly me.

Considering the depth at QB in 2010, a starter could be gained where we are likely to be picking in R2.

Even if we move into R1, someone like Joe Flacco or Aaron Rogers weren't Top10 picks
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10-26-2009, 02:21 PM

Re: To LT or QB?

Originally posted by kernowboy

Considering the depth at QB in 2010, a starter could be gained where we are likely to be picking in R2.

Even if we move into R1, someone like Joe Flacco or Aaron Rogers weren't Top10 picks

I want to maximize all efforts towards getting the best QB prospect available. No half-assing this one.

BTW, you should have made this a poll.

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10-26-2009, 02:22 PM

Re: To LT or QB?

Originally posted by yordad

Again, thankyou for clarifying. I guess I wasn't aware the Bills had two top 10 picks in the next draft. Silly me.

Listen man. If we pick at 12, draft a LT. Then move up between 21-25 and grab the QB of future. Hell, I'm okay if you reverse it and get the QB then the LT later in round 1 in trade up . I just don't think you can wait till RD 2 to get that LT as there's less depth at LT in draft compared to QB.
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10-26-2009, 02:27 PM

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BPA.

Regardless of where they're picked in the draft, we shouldn't just rely on rookies.

Upgrade LT and get a decent vet through FA, first and foremost.

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10-26-2009, 02:28 PM

Re: To LT or QB?

Originally posted by BuffaloBlitz83

Listen man. If we pick at 12, draft a LT. Then move up between 21-25 and grab the QB of future. Hell, I'm okay if you reverse it and get the QB then the LT later in round 1 in trade up . I just don't think you can wait till RD 2 to get that LT as there's less depth at LT in draft compared to QB.

I get what you are saying. But, there is no question in my mind QB is the bigger need. And, I highly doubt the best prospect is there at 25ish, and I doubt we trade up.

QB would be prioritized head and shoulders above anything else on my draft board. All efforts maximized.

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10-26-2009, 02:29 PM

Re: To LT or QB?

In the last 2 drafts there has been a significant run on LTs with more going before QBs

Looking at the draft who needs a QB?

Titans
Rams
Redskins
Browns
49ers
Panthers (R2)

Those needing a LT are likely to be

Buccaneers
Redskins
Chiefs
Lions
49ers
Seahawks
Cowboys
Packers
Cardinals
Patriots

I think they'll run out of LT before running out of QB
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10-26-2009, 02:33 PM

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It is too early for this discussion.
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10-26-2009, 02:34 PM

Re: To LT or QB?

Originally posted by THATHURMANATOR

It is too early for this discussion.

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