Carolina-Chuck's 2014 Overreation Mock After the Season

[carolina-chuck]

 

 

FIRST MOVE: Greg Hardy to Jacksonville for 2014 2nd rounder (no39) + 2015 2nd rounder



 

Yesterday was the last time we all saw Greg Hardy in Charlotte. As great as he is, Gettleman isn't going invest that much money (100mil) in two DEs.
 

I am looking forward to seeing Gettleman "tag and trade" Hardy to either the Oakland Raiders ($63.5mil) or Jacksonville Jaguars ($54.3mil); the two teams with the most cap in 2014.
 

The Raiders and Jags could sit exactly where they are in the draft and potentially take Jadeveon Clowney if they needed a pass rusher that bad. But, the problem is both teams are in need of a QB. 
 

Greg Hardy's value is likely a 1st rounder+. The last time a player of Hardy caliber was on the market, the Chiefs netted a 1st + two 3rds for him. I dont see the Raiders or Jags giving that much, but two 2nd rounders (2014/2015) is realistic. And, Gettleman will take that and run with it. The likely trade partner would be Jacksonville. Greg Hardy is a strange man and now can be paid to live in the sunny weather of Florida.

 

 

 

[carolina-chuck]

SECOND MOVE: Trade the no28 pick for SF's  two 2nd rounders (no56/TBD:no61?)

 

 

CUTS: DeAngelo Williams and Charles Godfrey

DON'T BRING BACK: Brandon LaFail

LIKELY WON'T BE BACK: Quintin Mikell and Drayton Florence
 

NEED TO BRING BACK: Jordan Gross, Travelle Wharton, Mike Mitchell, Ted Ginn Jr., and Graham Gano

[carolina-chuck]

FREE AGENCY: 
 

(1) Hakeem Nicks, WR


Trading away Greg Hardy will again initiate the Hakeem Nicks to Carolina rumors. The relationship is there with Gettleman (NYG), Nicks being from Charlotte, and especially due to the need at WR. Nicks is still a very good receiver in the league, but will be had for cheap due to his two previous mediocre (statistically) seasons.

 

(2) Charles Tillman, CB


Tillman played under Rivera in Chicago, and he likely will not be back in Chicago due to his age. Tillman should be able to rebound back from his triceps injury.

[carolina-chuck]

Acquired picks:
2nd Round: no.39 (via Jax), no.56 (via SF), and no.61(via SF/TBD?)

 

 

2014 MOCK DRAFT


(2.39) Jordan Matthews, WR, Vanderbilt


Jordan Matthews will be a great pick up in the 2^nd round. He’s an already polished receiver that can come in right away and contribute opposite Hakeem Nicks. Steve Smith is aging too fast and now is the time to find his replacement. With good route running skills and great hands, Matthews will consistently find separation and catches the ball unlike someone. The day of LaFail is finally over.

[carolina-chuck]

(2.56) Morgan Moses, OT, Virgina


Yes! It’s a huge reach for some, but Moses possesses size and power. A huge upgrade and long term answer for Bell. He should definitely help open more holes for our backs as well.

 

(2.60) Jackson Jeffcoat, DE, Texas


This is the pick that will help cure some fans of losing Greg Hardy. Jeffcoat comes from a football pedigree and can really get after the QB: 13 sacks.

 

[carolina-chuck]

(2.61) Aaron Colvin, CB, Oklahoma


Another questionable pick similar to the Morgan Moses one. But, Colvin possess good size and is a very physical corner that will come on run support.

 

(3) Andre Williams, RB, Boston College


Carolina is in need of finding a new RB. Andre Williams will have some fresh legs to help carry the load. He’s built like a TANK very stocky and short to the ground like Alfred Morris. A great pickup!

[carolina-chuck]

(4) Isaiah Lewis, SS, Michigan State

 

With the losses of Godfrey and Mikell, SS will be a priority.

 

(5) Prince Shembo, OLB, Norte Dame


Shembo is a Charlotte kid and it would be nice if the kid returns home. However, Shembo was accused of raping Lizzy Seeberg who later committed suicide.

[carolina-chuck]

(6) Jeremy Gallon, WR, Michigan


Gallon doesn’t have the ideal size for a receiver, but all he does is make plays. Gallon has received some comparisons to our very own Steve Smith.

 

(7) Cornelius Lucas, OT, Kansas State


Lucas stands at 6’9’’ and 328 pounds. He got his first starting job this season and helped pave the way for a strong running game.

[carolina-chuck]

2014-2015 Depth Chart

 

OFFENSE

QB: Cam Newton
RB: Jonathan Stewart / Andre Williams® / Kenjon Barner
FB: Mike Tolbert / Richie Brockel

TE: Greg Olsen
WR: Jordan Matthews® / Steve Smith / Jeremy Gallon®
WR: Hakeem Nicks / Ted Ginn Jr. / Marvin McNutt
LT: Jordan Gross / Cornelius Lucas®
LG: Travelle Wharton / Nate Chandler

C  : Ryan Kalil

RG: Amini Silatolu / Edmund Kugbila
RT: Morgan Moses® / Byron Bell

DEFENSE
LDE: Charles Johnson / Mario Addison
DT: Dwan Edwards / Kawann Short
NT: Star Lotulelei

RDE: Frank Alexander /  Jackson Jeffcoat® / Wes Horton

SLB: Thomas Davis / Jason Williams / Prince Shembo®

MLB: Luke Kuechly / Jordan Senn

WLB: A.J. Klein / Chase Blackburn

CB: Charles Tillman(FA) / Josh Thomas / Josh Norman

CB: Melvin White / Aaron Colvin®

SS: Robert Lester / Isaiah Lewis®

FS: Mike Mitchell / Colin Jones

 

SPECIAL TEAMS
Kicker: Graham Gano
Punter: Brad Nortman
Long Snapper: J.J. Jansen

[Kuech the Sneak]

Shembo is more of a 3-4 OLB, pass rusher mainly

[carolina-chuck]

Shembo is more of a 3-4 OLB, pass rusher mainly

 

Yes he is. But he's good value to have that late in the draft if he's there. Teams like Denver and Seattle has been able to utilize guys like Shembo (Von Miller / Bruce Irvin) in 43 Defenses.

 

[ajax4132]

I like this. Question about Nicks though? 

 

Is he worth the gamble with the at times inconsistent hands?

[carolina-chuck]

I like this. Question about Nicks though? 

 

Is he worth the gamble with the at times inconsistent hands?

 

Hell yea it's worth it. Nicks does drop balls at times, but the man has some "huge" hands.

[Lemory]

Not bad. Love the Andre Williams pick.