2019 Offseason

[flyerhawk]

 

[flyerhawk]

 

[Screamin12th]

Lots of young talent added to the team, this is the start of it. Next season i think we see depth added with a few starters thrown in. This 10-6 wild card team is better on offense, Defense and special teams from the players they have added than they were Thursday before the draft. I am excited to see these guys play, Preseason can't get here soon enough.

 

[JMR]

"Phase 3" as JS calls it is now underway. I think we are probably going to add 2 vets to the DL -- a run stuffer and then whomever among the available edge guys they think has the best chance to hold down a role. Suh and Shelton are still out there. For pass rushers, there are several options. And as has been posted, those who were cut by their teams wouldn't impact 2020 comp picks; those who are FAs must be signed after May 7th or they'll count against us. I doubt the FO will be held hostage by that, but I'm sure it's at least a minor consideration.

Nick Perry would be interesting. Recruited by PC at USC, committed, then de-committed once Pete flew north to Seattle.

 

[flyerhawk]

So when Snuggles is challenged to provide some names for this year's draft he disappears.

 

[JMR]

So when Snuggles is challenged to provide some names for this year's draft he disappears.

Oh, he'll provide some for this year's draft, but you'll have to wait until next year after he's had the chance to see them all play for a year.

 

[Mariners_44]

"Phase 3" as JS calls it is now underway. I think we are probably going to add 2 vets to the DL -- a run stuffer and then whomever among the available edge guys they think has the best chance to hold down a role. Suh and Shelton are still out there. For pass rushers, there are several options. And as has been posted, those who were cut by their teams wouldn't impact 2020 comp picks; those who are FAs must be signed after May 7th or they'll count against us. I doubt the FO will be held hostage by that, but I'm sure it's at least a minor consideration.

Nick Perry would be interesting. Recruited by PC at USC, committed, then de-committed once Pete flew north to Seattle.

I can't imagine JS signs anyone prior to May 7th that would count against the comp picks. I think once that day comes you're gonna see a run on these pass rush/run stuffers. Hopefully we are at the front of the line to scoop up at least two as you said.

 

[Anointed One]

I can't imagine JS signs anyone prior to May 7th that would count against the comp picks. I think once that day comes you're gonna see a run on these pass rush/run stuffers. Hopefully we are at the front of the line to scoop up at least two as you said.

Depends on how much they value the guys they want to sign and if they are at risk of losing them to another team before May 7th deadline for UFA's... I believe the team has 11 picks next year, not including comp picks so I wouldn't be surprised if it were to happen...

 

[Anointed One]

but... but... but we drafted them all a round too early...

 

[Anointed One]

dp

 

[Anointed One]

I feel like this was some of John/Pete's best work... Will it translate into wins? I think so... I personally feel like this is one of their better overall drafts, especially over the past 3 or 4 years... For one, our special teams was horrible last season - they definitely addressed that with depth on the roster... WR's were addressed... Jennings/Metcalf are excellent, physical run blockers from the WR position... Fit's the bill of the Hawks commitment to run the ball... With teams bringing up a safety to help cover Metcalf, it could open up some huge plays for Lockett over the top of the middle... His physical presence alone will open things up for others...

 

[Mariners_44]

Depends on how much they value the guys they want to sign and if they are at risk of losing them to another team before May 7th deadline for UFA's... I believe the team has 11 picks next year, not including comp picks so I wouldn't be surprised if it were to happen...

If they are targeting a buy low one year rental I think they wait until the 7th. If there's someone they value beyond a year that they can now afford since dealing Frank they may deem it worthy enough to forfeit a pick. Knowing how much this front office values their draft picks I can't imagine they'll be lose with this decision. Who know's, after watching this year we may turn 11 picks next year into 30 by the end of next years draft.

 

[flyerhawk]

If they are targeting a buy low one year rental I think they wait until the 7th. If there's someone they value beyond a year that they can now afford since dealing Frank they may deem it worthy enough to forfeit a pick. Knowing how much this front office values their draft picks I can't imagine they'll be lose with this decision. Who know's, after watching this year we may turn 11 picks next year into 30 by the end of next years draft.

I would be very surprised to see them make a move for any player that would cost them a pick. At this point, I doubt many teams would do that. The cut off a little over a week away.

 

[Anointed One]

I would be very surprised to see them make a move for any player that would cost them a pick. At this point, I doubt many teams would do that. The cut off a little over a week away.

I'm surprised we haven't signed Nick Perry yet if indeed we're very interested in him... He won't lose us a comp pick if signed prior to the May 7th deadline because he was cut by GB...

 

[jerseyhawksfan79]

I didn't get a chance to post this draft weekend so i'll keep it short. Overall I think this was a really solid draft. Little to work with to start and ended with 10 picks by the end of it. PC/JS addressed a lot of needs and looking forward to seeing these guys on the field.

 

[Screamin12th]

yeah the preseason can't come soon enough!

We Hawks fans have a lot of players to watch and i want to see them on the field. Our Offense is going to be FAST on the outside and punch you in the throat tough on the inside ( not the face the DAMN THROAT! )

 

[Mariners_44]

I'm surprised we haven't signed Nick Perry yet if indeed we're very interested in him... He won't lose us a comp pick if signed prior to the May 7th deadline because he was cut by GB...

My thought is that like the draft he is on our board, but there are guys that grade higher than him still available that we need to wait until the 7th to approach.

 

[JMR]

Ziggy Ansah reportedly in town...turns 30 next month, had 4 sacks in an injury-shortened 7 game season last year. He's probably the guy we need to add to soften the blow of losing Frank Clark and give the greenhorns a little time & space to get it together at the NFL level. If we land him, the starting DL may look like: Jefferson-Reed-Ford-Ansah. Far from settled though, with Jacob Martin & Cassius Marsh likely pushing for a bigger role at DE. Poona Ford looked really good last year, and you also have Naz Jones & Rasheem Green. Whatever Collier does as a rookie is probably just a bonus. I don't think that would be a terrible DL group. For sure not as good as 2013 or what we started out with in 2017 before injuries ripped it apart, but I think it could be decent.

On the Baldwin front, I heard something this morning on NFLN that connected all the dots. The other day, JS mentioned they were "working with the league" on some things and that it was a process and all that. This morning, NFL reported that if Baldwin were to retire (now), there could be some signing bonus implications for the player and ill salary cap effects for the team. To me, it all points to a Kam Chancellor type situation. He isn't going to retire, but he also isn't going to play. I hope I'm wrong on that, but that's the way it seems to be lining up.

 

[Anointed One]

Ziggy Ansah reportedly in town...turns 30 next month, had 4 sacks in an injury-shortened 7 game season last year. He's probably the guy we need to add to soften the blow of losing Frank Clark and give the greenhorns a little time & space to get it together at the NFL level. If we land him, the starting DL may look like: Jefferson-Reed-Ford-Ansah. Far from settled though, with Jacob Martin & Cassius Marsh likely pushing for a bigger role at DE. Poona Ford looked really good last year, and you also have Naz Jones & Rasheem Green. Whatever Collier does as a rookie is probably just a bonus. I don't think that would be a terrible DL group. For sure not as good as 2013 or what we started out with in 2017 before injuries ripped it apart, but I think it could be decent..

Ansah will need to pass a physical... We'll need a back up plan as well since he's had a hard time staying healthy the past few seasons...

 

[MrS]

So when Snuggles is challenged to provide some names for this year's draft he disappears.

You seem triggered, i made it pretty clear i wanted sweat and dillard. I also mentioned risner multiple times.

You on the other hand, i havent seen you make any opinions on players known. I could be wrong on all counts, but at least im saying something.