A little early, but: should the Patriots try to re-sign Wes Welker? - Page 6 - New England Patriots Forums

Ivan · 01-01-2013, 11:49 AM

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Originally Posted by The_Riddler

It's kind of interesting in that we really have two of the same interior slot players in Welker and Edelman. Prior to getting hurt, Edelman and Brady were really starting to get a feel for one another and to be honest I think the more they play together, the better that chemistry would become, I could see it matching the Welker chemistry given time.

Dewayne Bowe is that deep threat that we simply still do not have. He's that other "Go To" guy outside the hashes that we still don't seem to have. Bowe hasn't had a real QB throwing to him since he's gotten in this league. Can you imagine what he would do with Brady. He's young, Welker isn't at this point. To me, I put those heavy cap dollars into the younger player who fits a glaring need.

Edelmen at his paultry salary could easily slip into the slot role held by Welker and play that role pretty effectively.

Bowe/Edelman vs Welker/player X going forward, I'll take option one.

Dwayne Bowe is erratic and overpriced, and the Edelman can replace welker argument has been completely debunked on the field the past couple of years. this post is wrong and pure fantasy.

Ivan · 01-01-2013, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by AndyJohnson

You have to read what I was responding to, which said that even if he drops off, the contract would be a thank you for what he did until now.

I did, and I think we pretty much agree on this.

Ivan · 01-01-2013, 11:54 AM

The "Edelman can easily replace Welker" argument is in the same category as a "Mallett can easily replace Brady" argument. Complete crap.

Fencer · 01-01-2013, 11:58 AM

Welker catches the ball more often than anybody else in league history. He only takes a few of those catches out of bounds (or to the end zone). He returns punts whenever the primary punt returner is hurt. He's an aggressive and effective downfield blocker. I.e., the dude takes a LOT of hits.

On the other hand, he takes a lot less in the way of hits than a typical feature back. So the chance that he can keep going for a while seems pretty high.

zipster9 · 01-01-2013, 12:01 PM

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Originally Posted by The_Riddler

It's kind of interesting in that we really have two of the same interior slot players in Welker and Edelman. Prior to getting hurt, Edelman and Brady were really starting to get a feel for one another and to be honest I think the more they play together, the better that chemistry would become, I could see it matching the Welker chemistry given time.

Dewayne Bowe is that deep threat that we simply still do not have. He's that other "Go To" guy outside the hashes that we still don't seem to have. Bowe hasn't had a real QB throwing to him since he's gotten in this league. Can you imagine what he would do with Brady. He's young, Welker isn't at this point. To me, I put those heavy cap dollars into the younger player who fits a glaring need.

Edelmen at his paultry salary could easily slip into the slot role held by Welker and play that role pretty effectively.

Bowe/Edelman vs Welker/player X going forward, I'll take option one.

Vertical threat is good only if Bowe catches the ball. And if he remembers his route.

***Welkerstache*** · 01-01-2013, 12:03 PM

People say the Pats would rather let a player go a year early than a year late.

That said, I want every single productive down of football remaining in Welker's body played wearing the Flying Elvis.

zipster9 · 01-01-2013, 12:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Fencer

Welker catches the ball more often than anybody else in league history. He only takes a few of those catches out of bounds (or to the end zone). He returns punts whenever the primary punt returner is hurt. He's an aggressive and effective downfield blocker. I.e., the dude takes a LOT of hits.

On the other hand, he takes a lot less in the way of hits than a typical feature back. So the chance that he can keep going for a while seems pretty high.

Welker's ability to get YAC is something that cannot be ignored.

***Deus Irae*** · 01-01-2013, 12:07 PM

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Originally Posted by The_Riddler

It's kind of interesting in that we really have two of the same interior slot players in Welker and Edelman. Prior to getting hurt, Edelman and Brady were really starting to get a feel for one another and to be honest I think the more they play together, the better that chemistry would become, I could see it matching the Welker chemistry given time.

Dewayne Bowe is that deep threat that we simply still do not have. He's that other "Go To" guy outside the hashes that we still don't seem to have. Bowe hasn't had a real QB throwing to him since he's gotten in this league. Can you imagine what he would do with Brady. He's young, Welker isn't at this point. To me, I put those heavy cap dollars into the younger player who fits a glaring need.

Edelmen at his paultry salary could easily slip into the slot role held by Welker and play that role pretty effectively.

Bowe/Edelman vs Welker/player X going forward, I'll take option one.

Stop with this nonsense.

VJCPatriot · 01-01-2013, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by mayoclinic

Welker will drop off at some point. But the way he's played this year, it's as likely to be at age 40 as it as in the next 2-3 years. His durability, toughness, focus, work ethic and consistency are a role model. Give him a 3 year deal, probably around $24M.

I would be ecstatic if he would sign for 3/24. But his agent will probably want more.

***mgteich*** · 01-01-2013, 12:14 PM

Clearly, we should have signed Welker during the last offseason. The philosophy (and success) of the team hasn't changed, so I don't expect a contract with Welker.

The open question is whether the patriots franchise him again. They might and then trade him. I just don't see Welker player for us in 2013.
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Let's be clear. I would sign Welker to a 3-4 year contract in a heartbeat.