kurtinelson

I think Merriweather has one more year left on his contract. Yes he lacks consistency and discipline, but you can't overlook his physical skills and the tenacity he gives the defense. He's one of the hardest hitting safeties in the league and his speed on the field is tremendous.

I wouldn't break the bank for him by any means, but if BB can sign him to a reasonable contract, I think I'd have to consider it.

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zipster9

2011 Prospects:

1. Jake Locker QB Washington
Rare prospect with an elite blend of physical tools and intangibles.
2. Prince Amukamara CB Nebraska
Possesses an ideal blend of size and speed as well as fluid hips.
3. Adrian Clayborn DE Iowa
Plays both the run and pass effectively and has a non-stop motor.
4. Cameron Heyward DE Ohio St.
Son of "Ironhead" is a prototypical five-technique in an odd front.
5. Allen Bailey DE Miami (FL)
Physical marvel with a freakish blend of size, speed and strength.
6. Cameron Jordan DE California
Possesses terrific size and offers positional / schematic versatility.
7. Anthony Castonzo OT Boston College
Steady blocker with solid physical tools and top-notch intangibles.
8. Von Miller OLB Texas A&M
Uses speed and athleticism to terrorize opponents off the edge.
9. Marcus Cannon OG T.C.U.
Massive road grader who could project to either tackle or guard.
10. Greg Romeus DE Pittsburgh
Fantastic athlete and a productive pass rusher with major upside.
11. Stephen Paea DT Oregon St.
Utilizes quickness and amazing strength to penetrate backfields.
12. Stefen Wisniewski C Penn St.
Experienced, technically sound and versatile with pro bloodlines.
13. Bruce Carter OLB North Carolina
Rangy athlete with great speed and a special teams ace to boot.
14. Ryan Kerrigan DE Purdue
Makes up for ordinary physical tools with hard work and tenacity.
15. Derek Sherrod OT Mississippi St.
Smooth, well - rounded blocker with the ability to play left tackle.
16. Marvin Austin DT North Carolina
Underachiever with some maturity issues but is a big-time talent.
17. Rodney Hudson OG Florida St.
Athletic and versatile but lacks the height and bulk you'd prefer.
18. Jerrell Powe DT Ole Miss
Classic nose tackle excels at occupying blockers, stuffing the run.
19. Mark Herzlich OLB Boston College
Status is clouded by medical issues but a top prospect if healthy.
20. Ras-I Dowling CB Virginia
Lanky, physical cover guy with decent speed and terrific ball skills.
21. Quan Sturdivant ILB North Carolina
Won't wow with physical tools but is tough, smart and instinctive.
22. Curtis Brown CB Texas
Tall, physical, fluid cover guy with good speed and great instincts.
23. DeMarcus Love OT Arkansas
Fits the mold physically and is effective as a run and pass blocker.
24. Nate Solder OT Colorado
Athletic former tight end is a top pass protector with nimble feet.
25. Ben Ijalana OG Villanova
Powerful, thick small school gem with long arms and large hands.
26. Greg Jones ILB Michigan St.
Athletic with nice speed and range and can play inside or outside.
27. Christian Ballard DT Iowa
Developing talent but boasts terrific physical tools and versatility.
28. Dontay Moch OLB Nevada
Undersized but a super productive pass rusher with 4.25 speed.
29. Jimmy Smith CB Colorado
Has the physical tools you want but doesn't always play to them.
30. Gabe Carimi OT Wisconsin
Battle tested blocker with excellent size but struggles with speed.
31. Christian Ponder QB Florida St.
Adequate, although not special, physical tools but top intangibles.
32. Deunta Williams S North Carolina
Smart, instinctive ballhawk with a knack for making the big play.

SirApropos

Meriweather does have one year left on his deal. With McGowan coming off IR along with several other Safety options, I think if they get to the start of Day 2 in the 2011 draft and find a FS they like Meriweather has the potential to be traded to someone like the Broncos for a 2012 pick since this will likely be Brian Dawkins last year there and they will need help at FS.

cstjohn17

This is my attempt at rating the 2011 roster (based on signed players).
https://spreadsheets.google.com/ccc?...weWJ6bUE&hl=en

WhiZa

I think Faulk will come back. He is still a cheap weapon even with the emergence of Woodhead. Morris will also come back as a FB/STer. We need to draft another running back who is an upgrade over BGJE. As much as we love the guy, he just isn't the long term option at starter.

At WR, I think we will keep the same crew next year. Branch might get a more reasonable contract extension.

At OL, Light and Mankins are FAs, and Light should be resigned easily. Mankins will probably go elsewhere as there is less need to resign him with Neal, Connolly and Kazcur still around.

OLB I could see us spending some money in FA next year at this position. We spend a year getting the most out the least talented position on the roster. It's time we added some depth. Though I feel like we say this every year

At DL we are good. I would like to see G Warren brought back for depth and he seems to be happy here.

DB, TE, ILB, and QB are all pretty much set. With 6 picks in the first 3 rounds I don't see many holes to fill meaning I hope we continue to trade down this draft.

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JoeSixPat

I figure Mankins is gone but with 1st round OL usually are a good risk... you can just never have enough quality OL depth IMO... I think Light knows what he is and will sign for a reasonable offer... when OL go, they go quick, especially LT - so you always want a guy waiting in the wings.

The offense right now is interesting - no real Deep WR in a classic sense but this offense is really one to keep defenses off their guard... still if there's a good opportunity to bring in a deep threat in the offseason I think Belichick does it... tall, fast deep WRs are still a great weapon and I'm sure Brady would love to have one