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Bortles also made it to the AFC Championship game and played well in the playoffs. Oh, and he played for the Jags. Bortles was also a 1st round pick....they are ALWAYS given more leeway (see JaMarcus Russel).

I think we target a Vet Center in FA, and still draft tackles. The Center is the "QB" of the OL, and can also help Allen and the rookie OT's. I'd go BPA at 9, then trade back into the 1st for an OT.

well said, esp the part I bolded. In NO WAY does it excuse what he did, or get him off the hook for any penalties he faced at the time. But if he was charged (and he should have been) and he did his time, he should have a chance to redeem himself.

Massive overreaction by KDKA TV. A written warning should have sufficed. Firing a guy for something that most people found both hilarious and factually true (he was suspended 4 games for deflategate) is overboard.

I believe Birmingham is somehow associated with the Bills. Gets first pick of Bills and all AFC East players.

I'd love to get a top/day 1 starter at 9 (BPA) and trade back into the first and grab Risner.

I think Risner is available in Rd. 2, or later in Rd. 1. Ideally the Bills get both. They got their QB and MLB last year. They have a way to get the guys they want.

does he has a slower 40 time? someone who started a thread yesterday said he looked slow. Could be nice to grab one more fast guy, and a big Kelvin Benjamin type--but one who can actually, you know, catch the ball!

Awesome write-up. I"d be happy trading back for Risner, but I could see a stud being there at 9 who is too hard to pass up. This draft does seem to have a lot of what we need (DL, OL, and WR).

if we fix the OL by that time, I could see it as a possibility. I could also see a team wanting him, while other teams want a QB, and Bean swinging a trade to go back a few picks and getting more picks. Taking a WR and a different RB in RD. 1.

the ref thought the ball and player arrived at the same time???? WOW. Not even close. And the defender didn't turn his head. Classic PI.

for those who think the NFL is "fixed," this will remain Exhibit 1 for a loooong time. Just a inexcusable non-call.

time for instant replay on non-calls. That was the most egregious non-call I have ever seen, and barring a horrific FG accident cost the Saints the game.

Let the "multiple teams" get into a bidding war. Then sign Coleman or Ingram.

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I'm hoping he is on the board. I'd take White in an instant. LB group set for YEARS. Then trade back into the 1st and grab WR/OT. I'm thinking we fix the OL through FA because we don't want rookies learning on the job, so I'm thinking we trade back into the 1st for a WR, and then grab OT in the 2nd. I hope one team loves Haskins, and another Murray. Bidding war for #9.

Not a skeptic (was prior to the draft). But he needs to improve on his intermediate throws and have better touch. I saw this a few times toward the end of the season. It's all a matter of controlling his arm strength. some fans favorite players are always the backup QB. Happens everywhere. I think better touch on ball=better completion percentage. Some WR's cant handle his rifle throws 5 yards out. Perhaps hard to track when ball is moving so fast.

only quiets the bandwagon fans in Boston. The KC crowd will be rocking!

time for another channel to bring back the Bud Wiser helmets playing a game during halftime. SB 1/2 shows have been awful for a while. This year takes the cake. or anti-police, etc. It has nothing to do with actual "justice" for anything. No one can define it. I spend a lot of my time helping victims of domestic abuse. Since the NFL has an issue with that, why don't they donate to that cause, instead of an amorphous "social justice," which is just code for whatever charity the performer thinks is worthy.

K. Mack is still dominant. Gronk is above average. I would have loved to add K. Mack last year. Gronk, only if the price is right. He's still an upgrade over what we have.

I think the people they want are still coaching in the playoffs.

trade Clay for a 7th, no dead money?

Here is how I would approach this: 1. Surround JA with VETERANS on the OL. No time for rookies to be learning on the job. If J. Williams from Alabama falls to us, great, take him, but don't reach for another guy. In terms of FA OL I'd target, here they are: (1) Paradis-C. The QB of the OL. Would instantly improve the line; (2) Saffold--G. Would be able to help Teller, and has success guarding another young QB; (3) D. Williams--T. Another great addition, and not because he's from Carolina. Now we have added three potential starters to the OL. I'd also target (4) Ramon Foster-G. The guy is a "process" guy. He could compete for a starting spot or work in a rotation. He is an extremely smart football player. I also think he'd enjoy leaving the drama at the Steelers (I listen to his radio show a lot in PGH). 2. Find Veteran Help for JA at TE and RB. These are the QB's "best friends." He needs some help. Here is my plan at TE. (1) Eifert. Yes, he may get injured. But that likely means he costs little. If he does not get injured, he will have a monster year; (2) Jesse James. An all-around TE that was underutilized this year in PGH because of McDonald. He is a GREAT run blocker and receiver; (3) if we miss out on 1, or 2, I'd get Max Williams. He has all the skills, needs the right environment. Here is the RB plan: (1) Coleman. The guy can pound the rock, and also catch out of the backfield. He can timeshare this season and start next. Also I'd draft a RB or UDFA a RB to backup Coleman for next season. Coleman gives JA a proven pass catcher out of the backfield; (2) M. Ingram. Very similar to Coleman. I also believe he can catch it, but Kamara's superiority to basically any RB led to fewer chances. 3. WR. Clearly need additional proven assets. While Foster had a nice rookie season, we should get some vet help and also some rookie infusion of talent. Here is the WR plan: (1) Golden Tate. Great route runner and receiver; (2) J. Brown. Try defending him and Foster. Brown also would thrive with a QB like Allen; (3) P. Dorsett. Similar to J. Brown, but he's always been buried on a depth chart. When he is "featured," he performs. I'd also consider adding: (1) Funchess. Yes, he has underwhelmed. Perhaps a chance of scenery helps; (2) Cole Beasley/T. Austin. Either guy could be an upgrade over Zay/McKenzie. Keep: D. Thompson. Should be cheap, knows the system, and often comes up with big plays. Depth guy. Defense: I'd mostly hit this with the draft. Here is the D plan: (1) Keep the few FA's Lorax and J. Phillips; (2) Claiborn at CB. Claiborn, Wallace and White--wow; (3) A. Barr--LB. Not sure how he wasn't on the top 50 list. Added bonus Allen can practice his vertical leap in practice .

every company with an unionized workforce prepares for the next CBA negotiations. A big nothing here other than to get people to pay more attention to the NFL. And as others have noted, they could use other players if the players went on strike.

fantastic poll topic, OP. ! I want the Colts, think it will be the Saints due to their combo of great offense and D. Brees has soo many weapons. I'm thinking Colts v. Saints in the SB, however.