Philo

I don't see a problem with taking this guy in the later rounds, especially if Hardy or Johnson don't live up to expectations.

I agree with this except for a couple of points. Firstly, I would like to see a linebacker, whether an ILB or OLB, taken earlier than the 7th round, unless we sign a big name 'backer. Secondly, I know that we have O-line problems but I would like to see one of those four picks go towards a RB instead. Even if we keep Lynch, another RB wouldn't hurt at all and having multiple serviceable backs will help open things up for Gailey and his playbook.

As much as I am for shipping Lynch out to San Diego for a quality player or two or draft picks, I doubt this will happen

I was shocked when I heard this news. It really puts us back another step. He was, in my opinion, our safest bet on the o-line besides maybe Levitre and Wood if they continue to improve. In light of this, I think it is almost necessary now to draft a tackle with our pick at #9 unless we pick up a great proven veteran in FA.

I would have to agree with the OP. Believe me, I'm not saying that we have anything near the kind of talent we have on the roster currently, but I believe the new coaching staff will make the right decisions in who is valuable enough to keep and who's out the door. After seeing 7 players released yesterday (many of whom Jauron would have kept around) I think that we are moving in the right direction as to building a decent roster. A lot of those question marks on the roster will obviously be addressed in the draft and free agency, which is something we just have to wait for.