And of course we cant replace Gerald McCoy overall production if he’s hurt. But my Low End Theory is we find someone with the comparable skill sets and production. And I believe -6′ 6″, 311 lbs DE Desmond Bryant is that guy. With 124-Tkls & 10.5 Sks over 4yrs.

DE: Franchise: $10.984

I like Michael Bennett don’t get me wrong. But we’ve been burned so many times in the past by signing ONE year WONDERS. Just because they put up a few decent numbers. A truly elite player, who has played at an elite level for multiple seasons, no doubt deserves to be paid like a (Top five player) at his prospective position. Because his consistent productions warrants it.

(98-Tkls) & (15-Sks) over 4 yrs is not elite. Like I said his numbers are comparable to Oaklands 6-6 285lbs (26yrs old) DE Matt Shaughnessy. Except Matt has 123 Tkls & 15.5 Sks over 4yrs.

Back 2009 the New England Patriots placed the franchise tag on Matt Cassel Giving the Patriots the option of matching any offer made by another team or allow him to sign with that team in exchange for two first-round draft picks.
They had visions of maybe a first round pick, multiple firsts. But ended up sending Cassel and Vrabel to KC for a second round pick (Hommie Discount)
Remember the Patriots also did this with defensive back Tebucky Jones in 2003 and cornerback Asante Samuel in 2007.

38 days ago defensive end Chris Clemons tore his ACL. And at 31 there are serious concerns about his future. Seattle is setting there at the 25th slot. Hey, maybe we can get a 1st & a 3rd or 4th. Who knows, but history has shown you dont have to give up two 1st rounders for a franchised player.

Pretty sure it’s in the 10-11 million neighborhood. Joe

A franchise tag would be around 14-16 million (I think) and if the Bucs do not trade him that will cut the salary cap room to just 17-18 million. Teams will not trade for him given the fact that they will have to give up 2, 1st round picks to get him and there isn’t many teams that has the cap room for him.

If McCoy gets hurt there isn’t anyone in free agency that can replace him. All we can do is get depth around the DT position. If they are decent and cheap I’m all for it.

I’m more in favor of signing Sean Smith over Dominique since he isn’t that good against the run. Patrick Chung would be a good signing if Barber doesn’t retire, but if he don’t he wouldn’t see the field much which is a good thing. He might last a whole season as a backup.

I’m not for Jared Cook though, I’m for Martellus Bennett since he is a way better blocker and he would help in the running game. Jared Cook a big guy but his run blocking isn’t that good.

With the interest being somewhat high on DE Michael Bennett. Wouldn’t it be better to use the Franchise Tag designation on Bennett during (Feb. 18th-March 4th) period and trade him to a proposed buyer.

Sure the terms to trade can vary depending on what the team is asking for in return.But the Draft has some good prospects at DE-Like Datone Jones, Sam Montgomery, Devin Taylor, Corey Lemonier. And Hybrids like Brandon Jenkins, Jamie Collins, and Trevardo Williams.

I’m just saying wouldn’t it be better 2 let him walk. Pick up a draft choice or 2 in return.

Spread the love across the Roster

For Example: Depth Concerns

DT:Gerald McCoy. If dude goes down herrreee weeee go again. So signing someone like Oaklands 6′ 6″, 311 lbs DT Desmond Bryant.

Sign another Oakland player that’s not getting alot of buzz 6′ 6″, 285 lbs DE Matt Shaughnessy . He’s been the league for 4yrs has complied 123Tkls and 15.5 Sks

Sign (2) Veteran Corners:
6-2 182 lbs CB Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie(Bradenton,FLA) & 5’9 180 lbs Slot CB D.J Moore (Lakeland, FLA)

Sign 5-11 210 lbs S Patrick Chung. Since dude has been banged up the last 2 yrs. He should come at a bargain.

Offense sign

6-6 245 lbs TE Jared Cook. With Jackson & Williams on the outside Cook in the Middle. We would give opposing defense match up fits.

Plus Re-Up Mike Williams

It would be so beneficial for us to land both with a home discount for a combined 12 million a year. It would be nice if Dom can work his magic.