2020 Our Year For Sure

I'd like to get rid of the two party system. They both take the dirty money and in my opinion both stand in the way of a democracy that represents everyone. I think Bernie is running with an eye toward bringing change down the line even if he loses, and in that spirit I'll take a look at whatever third party candidates are out there. If voters and politicians see an independent do better than expected maybe it helps me get the President I want in 4 or 8 years. I'll probably find my best policy match to boot.

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I was surprised to see them tender him (is it 1.7m?). Previously I figured the plan would be to find a starting RT from the outside and use Henderson as the swing tackle. That would mean paying the 4th tackle 1.7m- doesn't seem likely. Do we see him as competition for Henderson as the starter? Do we see him as competition for Henderson as the first OT off the bench? How did he look to you last year? 6'5 316 pounds, 25 years old, 4th year man out of LA Tech, 5th round pick of the Bears where he played under Kromer.

Richie. You rock dude.

Makes good sense.

Yeah agreed. Bradham has considerably more value in a straightforward 4-3.

That is freakin awesome.

I imagine he jives with the coaching staff too, from Rex to Roman to Kromer.

Nice call man. Would be nice if there's a decent way out after year 2, no? I'm not fussed about it either way though at these numbers.

Yes! Way to be, Doug.

You had me at great run blocker.

Hmm could be. he's a great player. I do think we could do okay replacing him with Bryant and get better at critical positions for our scheme, like linebacker, offensive line and cornerback. I'd be focused on linebacker to make this defense better, those are the guys free to make plays and we're at a loss.

I would release him. It stinks to lose a true veteran leader but he's not a great scheme fit and we could reeeally use those USDs.

I'm thinking at least one draft pick, maybe two.

Interesting point.

I agree he should've prioritized it higher once Roman came aboard. He also made some mistakes with the QB position early on, like entering a season with nothing but ej and unproven backups, and signing Kevin kolb. At the same time he put together a team that carried marrone to a winning record. When marrone resigned Whaley was stuck with a coach who was a mismatch for that winning team on multiple levels and who owns a losing career record. I won't be completely sold on Whaley either until he makes the playoffs. I also think a team that goes 9 and 7 under marrone, and a team that goes 8 and 8 under Rex despite being an awful fit, probably makes the playoffs with someone like Mike McCarthy or John fox...a coach who wins. I wouldn't be immediately devastated if they moved on from Whaley but it would seem like a big missed opportunity.

Well I specifically meant the defensive line and the under use of Watkins.

Nix is thankfully out of the way. Whaley saw truly elite NFL talent wasted by a coaching staff which reports directly to ownership.

Rumor was that Whaley's top choice for coach was Hugh Jackson. If we go that way I wonder what conversation we're having now. I think we make better use of Watkins and our 4 strong pass rushers including two first team all pros don't forget how to play all at the same time.

Do they save much by getting Maxwell and cutting Grimes? Curious move.

I made an edit, hope I didn't spoil anything for you. I watched chapter 49 last night, so good.

Is it possible that after the death of the padded practice, in an era of high roster turnover and hurry up offense, that simple is making a comeback? Just a thought.

Na I'm not incognito. I'm totally cognito. That'd be a fun beer to buy.

This show is delicious. I'm trying to space them out but its not going so well. the intro song always worms its way into my head, making tying my shoe or whatever seem inexplicably important. Damn you Underwoods! One day you will fall. Until then I study you like lab rats.