Blueprint, Episode 1: Dropping today at 6pm

[Luciu5]

1 hour ago, mrcompletely11 said:

I wonder if the value in theory of those picks next year go up in value simply because of the qb influx that will be in the draft? I just hope this isnt another burns situation.

It can't be a Burns situation. Tmac is an unknown in the NFL. Burns had what, 4 years of NFL film at the time of the trade offer? Sure you can judge taking the trade or not with 20/20 hindsight. Which I'm sure you will if Tmac isn't all pro this year. I really doubt they turned down 3 first rounders based on the context of this video though. Feels like you are just priming yourself to poo on the team later in the year like you always do.

Edited Tuesday at 01:04 PM by Luciu5

[MHS831]

8 minutes ago, PanthersATL said:

agreed. As mentioned elsewhere, not unusual for (any team's) owner to be in the draft room.

But comparing the hands-on draft style of Jerry Jones vs (what appeared to be) a more observant/less-involved Tepper this year... it seems very much like Dan was running the show and making the player decisions with his football mgmt team

 

There was a point in the video that Morgan looks at Tepper as if he was seeking approval--but that could have been polite inclusion.  If I am Tepper I am sitting right in that seat doing the same thing--but I would be more vocal...When Morgan said, "I was hoping we would not get an offer we'd have to accept..." (paraphrasing)--that is his gut talking.  Listen to your gut--don't let circumstances prevent the gut from being heard.  Trust the gut.  Reason?  He knew the draft would play out if they got Tmac.  He knew they would get an edge in round 2.  After that, they could get a RB and S on day 3.

[rayzor]

26 minutes ago, Daddy_Uncle said:

Also his wife wasn't in the room from what I could tell

 

25 minutes ago, mrcompletely11 said:

She was

she was but she wasn't center stage with the leadership team like she had been and she wasn't on camera. that's a step in the right direction. 

[PanthersATL]

25 minutes ago, Bear Hands said:

Tillis telling Tepper that meandering socks story was priceless— he’s got that Will Forte energy

Seth Myers and the Lonely Island podcast go deep on celebrating Will Forte's comedic style

[mrcompletely11]

6 minutes ago, rayzor said:

 

she was but she wasn't center stage with the leadership team like she had been and she wasn't on camera. that's a step in the right direction. 

Amen brother 

[CanadianCat]

11 hours ago, PantherMan89 said:

May be nothing but was a little surprised to see Canales lack of interest/excitement when Morgan asked him about drafting Horn. 

To me he seemed to allow Tillis and Morgan do their thing. 

To me it showed he has trust in the FO. 

Very different than Rhule who as a coach wanted to make all the decisions.  

[PanthersATL]

17 minutes ago, MHS831 said:

There was a point in the video that Morgan looks at Tepper as if he was seeking approval--but that could have been polite inclusion.  If I am Tepper I am sitting right in that seat doing the same thing--but I would be more vocal...When Morgan said, "I was hoping we would not get an offer we'd have to accept..." (paraphrasing)--that is his gut talking.  Listen to your gut--don't let circumstances prevent the gut from being heard.  Trust the gut.  Reason?  He knew the draft would play out if they got Tmac.  He knew they would get an edge in round 2.  After that, they could get a RB and S on day 3.

Seemed like Dan was explaining his thought process on moving up vs moving down vs staying put on each individual opportunity they wanted. Maybe he was looking for validation on the valuation of various trade ups/downs from Tep who understands value equivalency convos

But it continues a narrative of the Teps being less hands-on than they were before (my timeline has the turning point being the infamous drink toss, with confirmation being the intro Dan/Dave presser)

[CanadianCat]

5 minutes ago, rayzor said:

 

she was but she wasn't center stage with the leadership team like she had been and she wasn't on camera. that's a step in the right direction. 

I liked her big hug for Tet when he got here. I also really like how Canales wants to get to know his players... I like that he is trying to create a family vibe, all the while being very vocal that you have to compete to be on the team. 

I think we are building something special here.  

[mrcompletely11]

44 minutes ago, Luciu5 said:

It can't be a Burns situation. Tmac is an unknown in the NFL. Burns had what, 4 years of NFL film at the time of the trade offer? Sure you can judge taking the trade or not with 20/20 hindsight. Which I'm sure you will if Tmac isn't all pro this year. I really doubt they turned down 3 first rounders based on the context of this video though. Feels like you are just priming yourself to poo on the team later in the year like you always do.

if thats what you got out of my post then kindly put me on ignore

[PanthersATL]

25 minutes ago, CanadianCat said:

I liked her big hug for Tet when he got here. I also really like how Canales wants to get to know his players... I like that he is trying to create a family vibe, all the while being very vocal that you have to compete to be on the team. 

I think we are building something special here.  

TMac is going to bring some fun, I think

[MHS831]

41 minutes ago, PanthersATL said:

Seemed like Dan was explaining his thought process on moving up vs moving down vs staying put on each individual opportunity they wanted. Maybe he was looking for validation on the valuation of various trade ups/downs from Tep who understands value equivalency convos

But it continues a narrative of the Teps being less hands-on than they were before (my timeline has the turning point being the infamous drink toss, with confirmation being the intro Dan/Dave presser)

I fully expected Teppers to force himself into the conversation, but he was hands on, mouth shut.   Morgan brings an eye for talent that we have not had here, imo.  I think what he has done over the past 2 seasons in the third and fourth rounds is stellar--I get the XL pick, and I get the Brooks pick in round 2--they have yet to work out, but there was always a patient, 2-3 year plan, and XL was raw.  So it is materializing.  However, getting a starting LB and TE in rounds 3 and 4 is good (I will call Sanders a starting TE because he will play a lot in the rotation).  This year, I think Ransom could start and Princely could be a key rotational piece.  

 

[PanthersNCSU]

Dan had to of wanted the Rams 2025 1st, filler this year, 2026 1st and 2nd? More? 

I don't know if #26 in 2025 and probably another pick in 25-28 range in 2026 gets it done. 

[MechaZain]

I like the Teppers involvement sorry. Rather have an engaged owner and then someone falling asleep in his box seat. And I think this idea that's he's been overruling the coaches have been overblown, he's just been really bad at hiring them. Canales is his attempt at course correction by making it Dan's choice.

The "football guys" are still picked by the owner at the end of the day, there's no way around that so I'd rather the guy be into it. 

 

[frankw]

I watched the whole thing and it was overall very encouraging.

The trio of Morgan/Tilis/Canales has me feeling optimistic for the future. Now we need to see this on the field.

As for Tepper. I don't mind him being in the draft room and giving basic input. Anything beyond that should and will ilicit criticism. Just be an owner and let the football people make the decisions when the time comes. And that's what he did so I have no complaints.

I will say as far as the draft and FA we seem to have put a higher emphasis on seeking additions with the right mentality and high character. They're trying to instill a culture. I have no idea if it will work but at least they are making it a priority. That's all I can ask for at this juncture.