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Right, we got what was available to us in FA. The word during the draft was there were a number of upset coaches because we kept trading down and passing a OL prospects. What I took from that is Fitts has a multi year plan. We had a ton of needs and knew we couldn’t address every position, so we stocked up on picks and took BPA at the picks we got. OL happened to fall the way it did.

OL has become the hardest position to find quality guys. That body type and athleticism is become more rare. All teams struggle with this position. I think finding good players outside of the draft is like finding a good QB outside the draft. Pretty much impossible in normal circumstances. Our problem has been drafting bad OL the past few years. Thank Hurney.

The guy he ‘pancaked’ is a 5th round rookie.

That one guy who beat him (73) was a 2020 7th round pick. He is a bubble player who barely made the team this year and last.

Read him every reply in this thread.

Yep, he was just on their squad a few days ago. He knows the playbook.

CMC’s status is still unknown I think.

CMC isn’t going to say anything negative or controversial. Ask him if he’ll host a huddle party at his house.

It’s really not possible to win consistently without a stud QB. Ron wouldn’t have lasted 3 years without Cam. Remember when Ron was almost fired? I’m optimistic because he’s drafting better than most NFL coaches and that goes a long way. I don’t expect him to be some coaching savant. He needs time to grow into the role. I like what he’s doing and I’m willing to wait for results. Now if Fields and Jones end up being studs while Sam proves to be a turd, then I’ll be pissed. Until then, let’s see how this defense develops.

I just listened to that podcast and that’s not really what Burns said. He said Ron was more defensive minded and more hands on with the D. Rhule is more offensive. Said Ron gave him a different perspective of the game since he played it. He could get more hands on while Rhule is more strategic and scheme oriented since he doesn’t have experience as a player. Nothing about not connecting with guys personally.

The two win team got Rivera Cam. The circumstances are very different here. Tepper very much wants to emulate the Steelers. I see him giving Rhule a long rope.

Fun fact. When Carrol became the Seahawks HC, people complained that he was turning the org into ‘USC North’ because of the former Trojans he kept bringing in.

Coaching success in the modern era is 100% linked to the QB. Example: Was Pete Carrol a bad coach the first time around?

But I learned on the Huddle that players only get experience during preseason games.

Are yips a medically recognized condition?

BB wanted to go with Jones and he knew Cam wasn’t going to play backup. Pretty simple.

Ron doesn’t want unvaxed players.

Great point. Houston could use him.

Good list. Just know you’re dreaming if you think we could get a starting level OL for any of those guys.

This is prob just Fits being‘ in on every deal’. We’re just keeping tabs. Not seriously interested.

To be accurate, Harris county prosecutors are convening a grand jury to determine if charges will be dealt. Also, the FBI is now involved. Two of his accusers have chosen to not sue him. They’ve just filed criminal complaints.

Jonathan Jones and Joe Person are both saying the Panthers are not interested in a trade for Watson.

I don’t know how good Fletcher is, but if it’s close I would give JJ the choice. He can stay here with his Fam or go to a contender with familiar faces. Good deal either way.

I just don’t see Rhule or Tepper doing this. Not the kind of guy either wants to be connected with.

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