2021 Roster Build

[Boltnut]

Better have another look at Paye's explosion index.

I am surprised that the closing speed doesn't jump out at you.

That is what I am seeing.

He is a perfect fit to replace Ingram.

I watched him play last weekend... totally un-impressed.

[Boltnut]

you lost me at a RB in the third before a CB

Who's your 3rd round CB you like more than CJ Verdell...?
I'll show you some CB's in the 4th and 5th round that are just as good as your 3rd round CB...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2kh0DbpzenI

He's dangerous as a receiver, too. 2018/2019 he had 41 reception... you'll never guess who threw those passes...

[wu-dai clan]

I watched him play last weekend... totally un-impressed.

Small sample size.

[Boltjolt]

Emeka Emezie is 6'3" 220 lbs. He had a very good season 2018 with Ryan Finlay at QB.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7vJt4f-Iz7w

He had an underwhelming 2019 without Finlay. But the talent is there... when you can get the ball to him.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2UXlxW3FAus

He's completely undervalued right now. He's physical and fights for the ball... things Tyron doesn't bring to the field. Tyron's game is more like KJ Hill's game. You already have KJ on next year's roster, while Johnson is a FA. Seems kind of redundant. Other than Mike Williams, who do you have that is physical and fights for jump balls...?

Show me a player in the 7th round that is better...

If I'm drafting a WR, I'm drafting earlier than the 7th. But if I'm drafting, we wouldn't need one because I'd have drafted two already from the last two loaded drafts in higher rounds.

Im not saying Tyron Johnson is some stud but he is playing WR while our 5th and 7th round rookies aren't. Experience counts for something and they are giving him a shot and he has made the most of his five receptions.

KJ at Ohio st had 201 receptions which translated to a 7th round selection. And that's fine for Emezie as well. All I'm Saying is I don't think he is an immediate replacement for Johnson or Hill.
I guess I'm just calling out your reason for drafting him. He most likely is going to sit a while like all four of our WRs have after Keenan and MW.

[beachcomber]

Would a scheme switch with the front 7 get more playmakers on the field. Hire Teryl Austin from Steelers as DC.

DE Bosa/Rochelle
NT Joseph/Square
DE Tillery/Jones
OLB Nwosu/Bello
ILB Murray/Perryman
ILB Vigil/Tranquil
OLB Jefferson/Egbule/Christiansen

switching from the nickel to base is a scheme change ??

how are you w/Bosa taking over for Mel @LEO w/Tillery playing opposite him @end, which gets him and JJ on the field @the same time ??

and are you going w/Square next season, or you lookin' in the draft/FA ??

[like54ninjas]

Tyron Johnson is a vertical speed threat with decent size but not a complete receiver. Not a bad guy as your WR 5/6.

KJ Hill is a quick yet slow possession target with excellent route tree, great hands (not this season), and a decent burst to separate at the TOR.

Emenzie is a big body, physical, with excellent contact balance, soft hands, big catch radius, but has issues separating at the TOR.

[beachcomber]

Joseph was done in Minnesota, that's why they let him go. He is not contributing. When was the last time you heard his name called? If a NT only needs to stand his ground and not be involved in the termination of the play, there are a lot of 400 pounders that can fill that position.

curious who your lotta 400 lbers are, as mine continually get shot down 'round here....

not to mention a no name D isn't always a bad thing, as prolly means you're not messin' up so much ??

[Boltnut]

curious who your lotta 400 lbers are, as mine continually get shot down 'round here....

not to mention a no name D isn't always a bad thing, as prolly means you're not messin' up so much ??

He's not 400 lbs. (only 320) but he's a later round run stopper who could replace Joseph after 2021.
Neil Farrell Jr. LSU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xSbcaI7JAw4

[wu-dai clan]

He's not 400 lbs. (only 320) but he's a later round run stopper who could replace Joseph after 2021.
Neil Farrell Jr. LSU

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xSbcaI7JAw4

You like Son of Zeus/Mekhi, yet pan Faalele ?

And claim you seek value ?

Making a lot of blanket statements here.

[wu-dai clan]

Tyron Johnson is a vertical speed threat with decent size but not a complete receiver. Not a bad guy as your WR 5/6.

KJ Hill is a quick yet slow possession target with excellent route tree, great hands (not this season), and a decent burst to separate at the TOR.

Emenzie is a big body, physical, with excellent contact balance, soft hands, big catch radius, but has issues separating at the TOR.

Now that you've described players with minimal impact at an emerging position of impact,
convince me that Ja'Marr would be a bad pick.

BTW woodeye Scouting Bureau touted AJ Brown and is willing to admit DK Metcalf is a hella player.

I am here to win and it is clear to me that drafting playmakers high is not a bad move these days.

[Boltnut]

Now that you've described players with minimal impact at an emerging position of impact,
convince me that Ja'Marr would be a bad pick.

BTW woodeye Scouting Bureau touted AJ Brown and is willing to admit DK Metcalf is a hella player.

I am here to win and it is clear to me that drafting playmakers high is not a bad move these days.

AJ and DK were great picks! We have impact players (KA,MW,HH,AE). But football is a team sport. And if others around them aren't doing their jobs, hard to make an impact. If your OL can't pass block long enough... or run block more effectively... then the team will be in difficult situations (3rd and 8), more predictable situations, that make it more difficult for your playmakers to make plays. If your playmaking RB's and TE's are pass blocking... hard to make plays. Fix the weakest link and your whole team benefits. Football 101.

[Boltnut]

You like Son of Zeus/Mekhi, yet pan Faalele ?

And claim you seek value ?

Making a lot of blanket statements here.

I'm not seeking value along the OL. I'm seeking talent. Fix it... and watch all of the un-realized value/talent rise around it.
Do it quickly before doubt and despair ruin the "Kid"

So very happy for PR.