Patriots sign Gerard Warren

[JackBauer]

Different teams, different circumstances. DE was clearly this defense's Achilles heel. So far it's seen JAGs thrown at the position. However, I suspect BB knows this and will fill with a capable body before Week 1.

I'd argue that OLB was the Achilles heal, but that's not really relevant.

Regardless, the best defense in the league starts a JAG at one of their DE spots. So if BB thinks Lewis is stout enough to play on running downs, a rotation of Lewis/Wright/Pryor/Deadrick/Brace (?) isn't bad.

The issue last year was that they had no one at that spot who could stop the run worth a damn.

 

[Fencer]

2 warrens make a wright

That joke doesn't quite work, but I like the way you think.

 

[Hok]

...and the DE hole still isn't filled.

The DE hole only exists for early/running downs, since we seem to be all set for passing situations (Ty Warren/Wright/Pryor/Lewis/Gerard Warren et al inside; TBC, Ninkovich, Crable, Cunningham outside). Perhaps the plan is to go with a base three man line of Warren/Wilfork/Brace. I know Brace got pushed around a bit at nose against the Bills, but maybe he's had a nice offseason and BB thinks he can stuff the run from the RDE spot.

 

[TriplecHamp]

Tossing another name into the hat to start at RDE.

Did Mike Wright Die?!?! Seriously he has got to be the most underrated player on our team.

 

[Sean Pa Patriot]

It's a freakin' FLYER, people. What's to hate? See if BB can get something out of him, then let him go. Who cares?

two smart things you said this week.... People its a chance to have a proven vet at a d line spot... get a clue....

 

[Hok]

Did Mike Wright Die?!?! Seriously he has got to be the most underrated player on our team.

I like Wright too, but I think the memory of the Ravens running at will in his direction has left a bad taste in the mouth if many. Replacing Guyton with Spikes or McKenzie on running downs could help alleviate the problem, but a better run defender at RDE also couldn't hurt.

 

[RobertWeathers]

I like Wright too, but I think the memory of the Ravens running at will in his direction has left a bad taste in the mouth if many. Replacing Guyton with Spikes or McKenzie on running downs could help alleviate the problem, but a better run defender at RDE also couldn't hurt.

Mike Wright is a fine player. Good interior rusher. Good pursuit guy. Good and getting his body in there. I'm glad he is part of the D-line rotation.

However, by his own admission he has problems with double teams and he does tend to wear down. He just isn't a stout D-lineman. Hes just not a Ty Warren type player. Thats not his game.

 

[mgteich]

We're better inside against the run, having added Lewis and Warren.

 

[g-fresh]

Good move, taking a flyer on a guy who might be able to play early downs at RDE and help shore up the run defense. Worst case scenario we cut him, I don't see why people are complaining just because he's not a pro bowler.

 

[reflexblue]

...and the DE hole still isn't filled.

Wilfork on the end? may need to lose a few lbs though

 

[IcyPatriot]

I wish we could revive the Warren vs Seymour comparison thread from eons ago.

Zips page from that draft:

http://www.patriotzip.com/Offseason/draft01.htm

 

[Bostonian1962]

Gerard Warren a Patriot

.....per Boston.com

 

[DaBruinz]

Re: Gerard Warren a Patriot

Old news..

http://www.patsfans.com/new-england...336006-patriots-sign-gerard-warren-page4.html

 

[jefmblrd]

Warren and Lewis are both good veteran pickups. I'm looking forward to seeing how they fare.

 

[JoeSixPat]

Not getting this at all. The guy is old.

Wasn't he drafted the same year as Seymour?

He's a JAG - but one who might have a spark of pride and an eagerness to take advantage of a final chance to make a mark. If anyone can bring that out in him it's Belichick.

 

[RobertWeathers]

Wasn't he drafted the same year as Seymour?

He's a JAG - but one who might have a spark of pride and an eagerness to take advantage of a final chance to make a mark. If anyone can bring that out in him it's Belichick.

If he can't hes gone. No risk here.

 

[cstjohn17]

Lets take all of the Oakland retreads, when Thomas gets cut I would be ok with Greg Ellis at DE/OLB providing his body holds up.

 

[40yrpatsfan]

I think this is a significant signing. Warren started all 32 games the past 2 years with the Raiders. He's a load and on some plays is a total beast. If the Pats can get in his head he could be immense for us.

 

[Ring 6]

I like Wright too, but I think the memory of the Ravens running at will in his direction has left a bad taste in the mouth if many. Replacing Guyton with Spikes or McKenzie on running downs could help alleviate the problem, but a better run defender at RDE also couldn't hurt.

Well, your memory isnt exactly crystal clear then, because aside from one run gaining 3 yards a carry isnt running all over anyone, and Wrightplayed like 60% of the snaps that day, so I don't think he can be isolated as the cause of losing the game. I dont remember for sure, but I dont think he was even in on the first play TD, but I could be wrong.

 

[Ring 6]

I dont know. Warren played DT next to Seymour at DE last year, played 770 snaps to Seymours 802. Had 2 less sacks than Seymour and had 25 tackles, 10 assts to Seymours 30/17.
The guy has started 128 of 135 career games in a 9 year career.
Why is he a slouch?

Oh, btw in 9 years Seymour averages 4.7 sacks a season and Warren 3.5.