I'd pull the trigger and trade for a LB

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  • X-Era
    What this generation tolerates, the next generation will embrace
    • Feb 2005
    • 27670
    #1

    I'd pull the trigger and trade for a LB

    What could we give?

    Well, Hairston is a starting OT in this league IMO. And has shown he can start on the left side. I'd hate to lose him but he's got value.

    As does Freddy/Spiller. I know, I know, I love them both too but if this team wants to do anything this year we must find a solution to this horrible defense. A quality LB is a good start. Spiller showed he can start and play at a very high level and we already know Freddy can start. I'd like to keep both but I think we would be OK if we moved one.

    McKelvin?

    And of course there's moving a pick(s). I mean if we go into the off-season with LB as one of our top needs and one we may fill in the first 3 rounds why not be willing to move one of those picks now for a proven player? Probably a mid-rounder is all that will be needed for a decent player and we get that starter this year instead of an unproven rookie.

    DeMeco Ryans was moved for a 4th rounder and a swap of 3rds:
    Eagles acquire linebacker Ryans from Texans
    http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7715442/philadelphia-eagles-acquire-demeco-ryans-houston-texans
    The Philadelphia Eagles made a big move to bolster the middle of their defense, acquiring two-time Pro Bowl linebacker DeMeco Ryans from the Houston Texans for a fourth-round draft pick in 2012.


    The trade needs to make sense but there no way around the clear need.
    Last edited by X-Era; 10-08-2012, 09:33 AM.

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  • buffalobillsfan95
    Registered User
    • Jan 2010
    • 524
    #2
    Re: I'd pull the trigger and trade for a LB

    I wanted Demeco Ryans, eagles got a good deal.

    And maybe some houston familiarity could have made Mario Williams "super"
    “The difference between stupidity and genius is that genius has its limits.” -Albert Einstein

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    • X-Era
      What this generation tolerates, the next generation will embrace
      • Feb 2005
      • 27670
      #3
      Re: I'd pull the trigger and trade for a LB

      Who might be available though? A few years ago Hawk was rumored to be available. No clue who is on the market now.

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      • trapezeus
        Legendary Zoner
        • Oct 2004
        • 19525
        #4
        Re: I'd pull the trigger and trade for a LB

        Defense keeps us in the first half of games. why trade performing parts for unknowns right now.

        and why trade what potentially looks like very valuable draft options? I'm looking at a top 5 pick as is.

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        • X-Era
          What this generation tolerates, the next generation will embrace
          • Feb 2005
          • 27670
          #5
          Re: I'd pull the trigger and trade for a LB

          How about Rey Maulauga or Vincent Rey from Cinnci.

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          • X-Era
            What this generation tolerates, the next generation will embrace
            • Feb 2005
            • 27670
            #6
            Re: I'd pull the trigger and trade for a LB

            Originally posted by trapezeus View Post
            Defense keeps us in the first half of games. why trade performing parts for unknowns right now.

            and why trade what potentially looks like very valuable draft options? I'm looking at a top 5 pick as is.
            Because why do we need to tank a season on defense when we have some players or pick(s) and a clear need?

            This year I don't want to lose to get the highest pick. Maybe in other years but not this one.

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            • kingJofNYC
              Registered User
              • Sep 2009
              • 5960
              #7
              Re: I'd pull the trigger and trade for a LB

              Rey Maualaga sucks, Cincy fans are always *****ing about him.
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              • trapezeus
                Legendary Zoner
                • Oct 2004
                • 19525
                #8
                Re: I'd pull the trigger and trade for a LB

                this team is a bunch of quitters and is quarterbackless. One lineback won't make a difference.

                and the way this team has drafted the last 3 years has no depth, so when the new line backer goes down, we are still screwed. This team needs a depth upgrade and it needs a QB.

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                • X-Era
                  What this generation tolerates, the next generation will embrace
                  • Feb 2005
                  • 27670
                  #9
                  Re: I'd pull the trigger and trade for a LB

                  Originally posted by trapezeus View Post
                  this team is a bunch of quitters and is quarterbackless. One lineback won't make a difference.

                  and the way this team has drafted the last 3 years has no depth, so when the new line backer goes down, we are still screwed. This team needs a depth upgrade and it needs a QB.
                  Agree on both. I've consistently said we should be upgrading our depth with solid vets and that rookies should have to earn spots not have them handed to them.

                  But, it is what it is and we need to add some talent if we want any shot this year. LB is one spot.

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