I'm no fan of Branch.  I used to get ill when I focused on Branch during games.  I just wonder if he might be Plan B or Plan C if the Jags are unable to sign a LEO in free agency. 

 

Is a 7th round draft pick really going to be better?  Chris Smith couldn't take reps away from Branch.  Cap Capi never even sniffed the practice squad. 

 

I could see Caldwell spending 2 high draft picks on pass rushers, especially if we don't sign a FA.  But that means Dave has less flexibility on draft day.  We may miss out on a great LB or pass defender or Center because Dave will have to chase pass rushers.  Unfortunately for Dave, after Denver's Super Bowl performance, there will be 31 other teams chasing pass rushers, both in FA and the draft.   

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