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Re: Roster thoughts
There is the strong possibility that we could still keep Faulk as a 5th RB, and at the same time still have the same amount of players at almost all of the positions. There will certainly still be 5 safeties I would imagine, no doubt. I am not sure about the 6 CB's though, that could be 5 instead.
Anyway, my point is that I seriously believe that the cuts (or losses in the case of White) will be at the special teams only positions such as Slater, and even possibly T.White--depending upon his status. The addition of so many draft picks with ST skills has made that specific position expendable in my opinion, even if it means taking a step down at the gunner position.
There will certainly be at least 1 position right there that can cushion the additional 3rd QB, while keeping pretty much the same number of players across the board for the most part (it obviously won't end up being that way, as we all know, but the point is that it could easily be made to happen if needed)
Another position that will be added presumably is that of TE. So, other than QB and TE, I really don't see any other positions being added to. I still believe that Belichick respects, values, and appreciates Faulk enough to have him contribute here for one last year, thus keeping the status quo at 5 RB's again.
The positions that I believe will be cut are ST-only (1 or 2), and OL (1), with the next possible cut coming at CB--due to the obvious additions at TE and QB. That easily frees up at least 3 positions.
I don't think Stroud will get cut. In fact I have him or Brace as opening day starter depending on who wins the camp battle. I think any one outside of Stroud, Warren, Vince and Brace are on the bubble.
The secondary will also have some great TC battles as well. Locks (IMO) are Chung, Sanders, Meriweather, Dowling, Bodden, McCourty, and Arrington. Battle for 4th safety spot will be tough. Butler is currently ahead of Wilhite for 5th cb but that could easily be reversed. Certainly a ton of talent back there.
What's the price for BJGE? I'm all for BPA in the draft but if you feel your set at a position then you don't draft 2 guys top 74. If a 2nd rounder is offered Pats take it IMO. Even a 3rd and 5th from a crappy team might get it done. Trading BJGE also opens up a spot for Faulk. Speaking of Kevin . . .
Would we keep 5th rb Faulk at the expense of a 6th cb (Butler or Wilhite) or 5th safety. Either one would contribute more on ST than Faulk. Kevin may also stay in shape and when one of our rb's inevitably go down he could come back on as our 4th rb.
There is the strong possibility that we could still keep Faulk as a 5th RB, and at the same time still have the same amount of players at almost all of the positions. There will certainly still be 5 safeties I would imagine, no doubt. I am not sure about the 6 CB's though, that could be 5 instead.
Anyway, my point is that I seriously believe that the cuts (or losses in the case of White) will be at the special teams only positions such as Slater, and even possibly T.White--depending upon his status. The addition of so many draft picks with ST skills has made that specific position expendable in my opinion, even if it means taking a step down at the gunner position.
There will certainly be at least 1 position right there that can cushion the additional 3rd QB, while keeping pretty much the same number of players across the board for the most part (it obviously won't end up being that way, as we all know, but the point is that it could easily be made to happen if needed)
Another position that will be added presumably is that of TE. So, other than QB and TE, I really don't see any other positions being added to. I still believe that Belichick respects, values, and appreciates Faulk enough to have him contribute here for one last year, thus keeping the status quo at 5 RB's again.
The positions that I believe will be cut are ST-only (1 or 2), and OL (1), with the next possible cut coming at CB--due to the obvious additions at TE and QB. That easily frees up at least 3 positions.
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