Tipster19 Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 With the Eagles having 13 draft picks and in need of a great RB who can catch out of the backfield, you couldn't ask for a better fit for their offense than Alexander. It was mentioned earlier today by ESPN's John Clayton that Tampa and Philly may be interested in Alexander come draft day. The Eagles have 9 picks in the first 5 rounds alone. What a scary picture this is. They already been to the last 4 conference championships and the last one resulting in a Super Bowl apperance. Do you think that they want to go to another one and maybe, just maybe, want to win it? They are not too much unlike the Patriots. They have a solid team with great depth and have a pleathra of draft picks. The difference is the Patriots choose to do it with veterans and cast-offs. The Eagles have done it with shrewd drafting and a continuing flow of talent through their doors. And you want to know the best part? They are well below the salary cap! They don't over pay. They accomplish this by ridding or trading players a year BEFORE they are on the downside of their career and avoid the bulk of money that is at the end of their contracts. The players draw more of a compensation. They then accumulate draft pick(s). In return they replenish their inventory with young talent thru the draft. The young propects are less expensive and are more compentent when it's their time to start. Tom Modrak was at one time in Philly's administration. I wonder how much input or influence he had in their strategies of dealing. Will this transcend into Buffalo's way of thinking? If so, will this affect some of the Bills' veterans? Back to Alexander. Some draft boards have projected Philly taking a RB with the 35th pick (from Miami) in the 2nd round. Seattle has already stated that they wouldn't be looking for a 1st rounder. Will this be enough? And if not, how much more would be needed? Philly has much more to give so I don't think that this will be a issue. This can and will be worked come draft day. This, I think, is actually beneficial to the Travis Henry situation. Alexander is healthier and more appealing than Edgerrin James. With Alexander off the board it would come down to Edge and Henry as far as available veteran RBs are concern. I would imagine that this would make TH more attractive to potential suitors. In realizing Philadelphia's position, I really have to give them credit. This is one solid organization from top to bottom! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kelly the Dog Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 But wouldn't the Eagles be overpaying for a RB a year before his downslide in direct contrast to everything you posted and their success? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipster19 Posted April 14, 2005 Author Share Posted April 14, 2005 I appreciate your input Kelly, but I think that being a bridesmaid more times than you can shake a stick at in the last 4 years could maybe give them the sense of urgency. You may be right, I don't know, but this Alexander would be a perfect fit for them. With the strength of their team and a very good chance at another Super Bowl this could be as enticing to Alexander as it would be for the Eagles. Look, if they both got what they wanted, then this marriage wouldn't have to be a long term one. In addition, this draft is supposed to be good in 2nd-3rd round RBs also. With Alexander being the present, giving Philly more time to mature another RB and having a boatload of picks, then this would be a good acquisition for the Eagles. Hey, if I'm wrong then I'm wrong, then just enjoy this post for the speculating aspect of it and that we're probably the only few people up at this time of night talking about this totally absurd topic. Hey, what the hell am I doing? I'm not even a Eagles' fan!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Like A Mofo Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 Good post TIPSTER. The Eagles are in situation now IMO where they need to make a decision. Do they want to "go for broke" now, max out their cap, deal some picks, and give themselves the best chance to win in 2005, or keep the picks and reload the deck for the next few years. Usually the window for NFL teams to win it all does not stay open very long. It has been open for the Eagles now the last 4-5 years. They better act fast or that window is going to close. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MadBuffaloDisease Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 The Eagles need WR's more than they need a new, high-priced RB. And with TO's impending salary bonus bump, and Brian Westbrook probably getting a new deal, they might not want to spend a ton for another RB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipster19 Posted April 14, 2005 Author Share Posted April 14, 2005 As a Bills fan, I would like to see this happen. I'm not totally convinced that we trade with the Cardinals but to keep this option open I would think that it's imperative for Alexander to be removed from the market. Could Arizona be tempted to just outright trade their 2nd rd pick for a veteran RB? I think so. Shelton is not a bargaining chip, not even for Buffalo. I saw a response on another post that if we trade with the Cardinals, it would be for an outright pick and not the swapping of picks and Shelton. I would have to tend to agree with this thinking. Donahoe is looking for draft picks. In a draft that is rich in 2nd and 3rd rd players, an extra pick in these rds would be of more use. The Eagles, with all their conservative ways, are known to trade up in the draft. I reviewed some scenarios with what it would take to also move into the very early part of the 1st rd and the cost would be too much for them. The only way for them to would be to add a player with some of their picks The elite 3 RBs would be cost prohibitive. With the acquisition of Alexander, they could be tempted to move up earlier so they can also add a top flight WR. Not early enough for Edwards or Williams, but maybe for Troy Williamson or Mark Clayton. Washington would be a good partner for them and possibly someone like Cincy. If they don't move up, then look for them to select WR Vincent Jackson with their second 2nd (#63) rd pick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
d_wag Posted April 14, 2005 Share Posted April 14, 2005 if i'm the eagles i forget about alexander and re-up westbrook.......he's a better fit for that offense with the way he catches the ball, he's younger, and he'll come cheaper........add a huge bruiser like eric shelton in the draft and you have your short-yardage specialist, to go along with an excellent depth back in buckhalter......no need for alexander....... besides, the least of philly's worries is RB -- it's getting the TO situation taken care of.........his interview in the inquirer today really added some more fuel to the fire......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tipster19 Posted April 21, 2005 Author Share Posted April 21, 2005 Here's my call; Edge to Tampa. Alexander to Philly. Henry to Arizona. I won't get into the compensations, it's too numerous. This is only projecting the bottom lines. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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