Ice_Ice_Brady

I see a potential trade coming in 2008, one that would be very ironic, and one where Belichick would really be giving his middle finger to the league. Now, not trying to jinx the team, but this is POSSIBLE scenario.

The Patriots get the 49ers pick, say it is between 5 and 10.

Now, it is pretty likely that BB will want to trade the pick. For one, the Patriots want to continue winning now, and although they won't make desperate trades, they are always looking for veterans who have something to prove. Additionally, the team probably won't want to spend $30M on an unproven rookie, as that will freeze up a lot of money.

The Patriots will be looking for a trading partner, and there is one trading partner that will be PERFECT. A team that is in such dire straights right now that it has reached an all-time low, where veteran players are begging to be traded to a winner.

Ladies and gentleman, the Patriots have traded their first round pick to the Miami Dolphins for Jason Taylor, and the Miami Dolphins second round pick (32nd overall).

Despite the NFL's attempt to take away the Patriots' pick, the Super Bowl champions get a "second rounder" with the same 32nd pick that got taken away. Oh, and they get Jason Taylor.

Roger Goodell walks to the podium, and with a loud, booing crowd, he looks embarassed when he reads: "With the 32nd pick of the NFL draft, the New England Patriots select..."

Oh, the irony. Could it happen?

BadMoFo

And how much longer is Taylor going to play for? One, maybe two years.

Also, I think everyone will agree that we are pretty solid at defensive end.

TeamPats

I don't know if Jason Taylor would be suited at this stage of his career to learn how to go from a 4-3 DE to a 3-4 OLB. I know he plays kind of like an OLB right now but there are different assignments he would have to get used to. I don't think it would be that easy. We are trying to use the draft to get younger not older. BTW I love Jason Taylor and would love to see him on this team, just not at that high of a cost. See Moss for a 4th rounder for details.

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ATippett56

Oh NO! Look for Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones to trade up in the 2008 NFL Draft.

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danny88

Jason Taylor for a top 5 first round pick. I dont care if you throw in a second rounder. What are you insane?

Remix 6

wow i just read the Globe and..our 2008 offseason is gonna be busy again

-Samuel
-Moss
-Stallworth + Washington option
-Colvin
-Wilson
-Bruschi
-Gay

i didnt realize all these guys could be FA(i didnt know bout Bruschi and Colvin..thought Rosie had another year)

Rosie is real expensive though and while he seems like he wants to stay here..we dont know the business side yet. His cap is $7.6 million, only behind Brady next year.

LB FAs next year:
-Briggs: doubt he comes..he already showed displeasure when talking about a 3-4 D

-Dansby. This is my top target in off season..i hope he doesnt resign with Cardinals and comes here and wants to win. He plays inside out and he gives us speed that only Thomas might have on our LB corp..hes young too.

those are the top2 available..other guys like DeMorio Williams are small but fast..dont see them coming here.

Terrell Suggs is also a guy i would love but he wants a LOT of money from Ravens so..not sure we give a man more money than Rosie is earning right now

why do u want Jason Taylor? Hes what..32 years old or whatever, hes playing like ****..and he was thinking about retiring last year. If we can get him Randy Moss type CHEAP, sure but a first rounder involved..a top 10 pick? NO WAY

if he was 28 years old, having another solid year and still a ton left in the tank..maybe but no way. Hes expensive in cap..hes old..slowing down..expressed interest in retirement. forget about it.

cstjohn17

What is the Pats get the 4th pick but let the clock run out on their pick (ala the Vinkings) until the pick gets to their value range, likely 8-15.

More than likley they trade back at any cost but it would be funny as hell if they just let the clock run out...

Background - http://sports.espn.go.com/nfldraft/columnist?id=1545117
* As it worked out Kevin Williams was a very good pick. JOHNATHAN SULLIVAN hahaha, snicker CHARLES ROGERS hahahaha.

Metaphors

Could? Yes.
Should? No.
Will? Are you kidding me? Nobody would trade down from 10 to 32 for a 34 year old "linebacker".

Really folks, I like JT and Zack as much as the next guy...but these trade scenarios were viable 3-4 years ago. Not now.

The Pats are in an ideal situation to get younger at LB this year. Assuming the expected juniors declare, the first day will be littered with productive linebackers...a significant number of them with the size the Pats want.

If you promise not to post the inevitable "Belichick never drafts linebackers", I'll promise not to list all the curveballs Belichick has thrown right about the time we think we have him figured out.

Metaphors

So the Pats will need to find some DB help, but they will have Meriweather ready to push for time next year so that is mitigated a bit.

Other than that, see what you can get through what should be a deep draft. Expect the Pats to be silent (or at least quiet) in FA next year.

Remix 6

i see Wilson leaving..we have safeties..hes been hurt a lot. We arent gonna be patient and give another chance. I think he'll be in demand with a week Safety market.

Samuel..why fare well? We were willing to give Stallworth + Washington + Welker a lot of money. We gave Thomas a lot. Thomas was great for a few years so he earned the money. Samuel was great for 1..we werent comfortable yet but now, we might be.

Colvin..i want him back but he needs to get a new deal..cheaper or restructure. We pay players that are worth it..Warren-Seymour-Thomas..

Bruschi..i think he'll resign for a year or 2 because if we draft a young man..who better to teach him than Seau and Bruschi if either stay? There arent many great fits out there for our 3-4 in FA..