(12-25-2022, 12:01 PM)DTWD4∞ Wrote:

(12-24-2022, 12:47 PM)Caldrac Wrote: This is where I am at. We have two games left. We may or may not be play-off bound and divisional leaders. To Jaglou's point above as well. Yes, Lawrence is elevating his receivers around him at the moment. However, there's going to be a full 17 game season now of film to review going into next year. It's not going to always be easy and some of the stuff they're getting away with now design wise may or may not always be available next year scheme wise.

Ridley, if he comes back as who he was prior to the suspension, which is a HUGE if, then, yeah, we'll probably be okay. This is where I think they have to consider getting Engram resigned. He's got some clear mismatch qualities to him and a unique blend for the position. Was really fun seeing him get the best of Gardner on that motion play on TNF. That's pretty cool stuff. Imagine what you could do there with another guy like that or a counterpart that's gifted enough to work the seams. 

It's possible to find a guy like that in this draft. Doesn't have to be Mayer on the opening night as well. Could be a guy in RD2/RD3. Again, as you said, depends on how FA shakes out. I think one thing that is CLEARLY apparent, regardless of film, is trench warfare. Right? You either got the big sloppy's up front that can create time in the passing game or pave the way and the run game. And vise versa. You have the guys to wreck passing opportunities and running lanes. 

IDL/IOL are at the top of my list moving forward. The skill positions are there. For sure. But, need to beef up and get better on the lines. Lawrence's release is up there with the GOAT. That's pretty impressive. Giving him more time to read and react is absolutely CRITICAL to his future here.

I agree but would consider Edge/ OLB over IDL. They way they go however, makes me think IOL should be our first pick. Getting another guard is very important need IMO. I think Scherff, for as long as we can keep him, is our leader on the O-Line and he can bring Fortner and a young guard along nicely. I say let Little have the RT spot. If they all stay healthy with a young nasty beast at LG I believe the line is good to go. That leaves IDL concerns and Edge opposite Josh Allen, assuming he comes back. Hopefully Williams pans out as CB2. So, Edge and Nose along with nickel are the defensive priorities in that order fro me. Guard and depth on offensive line are top needs on offense. 

Man this is fun when we are still playing meaningful games at the end of December. Takes more thought and consideration when one realizes we may very well be picking in the latter part of rounds from now on.