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Old 04-03-2006, 09:00 PM   #1
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We have an even dozen players competing for 8-10 spots. Many can play both safety and nickel. Many are fine at dime back and special teams. And we even have a couple fighting for a practice squad spot.

We might bring in some camp fodder, or even another vet or two for more injury protection. However, I don't see us drafting a defensive back unless a great value falls in our lap.

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Samuel, Warfield, C. Scott, Hobbs, Gay, Poteat

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Harrison, Wilson, Hawkins, Sanders, Mitchell, G. Scott

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Ventrone, Spann
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Old 04-03-2006, 09:06 PM   #2
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I agree, especially at S. However, if BB finds a CB he likes, it will be Poteat that will get cut.
I would definitely understand though with Samuel, Wilson and Gay having their contracts expire in 24 months.
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We're not keeping six corners on the roster, especially with at least two safeties who can play nickel: Hawkins and Sanders. But I do agree, if we find a player that will improve the squad, we will sign him or draft him. I just don't expect this to happen, unless Law's demands become much more reasonable.

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I wouldn't be surprised if we draft some more just to add depth. The Patriots being "set" at CB is like saying a crack head wont do crack anymore. We have an injury problem, and we have to go into EVERY season with the best, and most depth possible.
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bb and pioli don't draft players for injury insurance. They sign veterans like Poteat.

Are you suggesting signing a 4th or 5th rounder in case we have three or four defensive back injuries again? Are you willing to cut this player when only two are injured?

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I wouldn't be surprised if we draft some more just to add depth. The Patriots being "set" at CB is like saying a crack head wont do crack anymore. We have an injury problem, and we have to go into EVERY season with the best, and most depth possible.
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In the draft boards I have seen, there are no top rated CBs, so there might be opportunity for some good players in the lower first round.
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And don't forget we also have B Childress who was a DB in college in addition to WR, along with T Brown.
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I basically agree - unless there's a Safety in the 2nd or 3rd round who we love. Unless we're sold on Scott or Sanders, we would use a big time Safety in case Harrison doesn't make it back.
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I still have my doubts about safety -- particularly, strong safety. There's only Hawkins with any kind of record of competence there. And, even if Rodney comes back fully fit (which we devoutly hope) it must be time to draft a replacement.
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They'll be a few more additions..whether from the draft, UDFAs or FA...the Pats always bring in a few more so there is competition. I still think they'll draft a DB..maybe not as high, but I am sure they'll take someone..
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