Emerging stars on this year's team....

[RayClay]

And if I may indulge myself in a triple-post, I think Ellis Hobbs is the best cornerback at this stage of his career (after his first two seasons) than anybody we've had since Raymond Clayborn. He might play the role of Asante Samuel in 2007.

Another guy I really like, but I may be alone, is Antowain Spann. I definitely think he has starter potential.

Dave Thomas is also a good choice, and I think Wilfork could show vast improvement and be considered the equal of Jamal over in SD.

Under the influence of any substances, H.T.?

I'd certainly like to believe that...

 

[sieglo]

Under the influence of any substances, H.T.?

I'd certainly like to believe that...

The big question is how much of an impact that wrist injury had on Hobbs last year. If it really held him back, he is going to have an unbelievable season this year.

 

[dryheat44]

Under the influence of any substances, H.T.?

I'd certainly like to believe that...

Am I forgetting somebody? Samuel had regressed after year two. Law was mediocre until probably his fourth season. Maurice Hurst was pretty good, but I think Hobbs is better. I can't think of another CB, save Geno Wilson, that we've drafted in the last decade who's done much of anything.

 

[rookBoston]

Am I forgetting somebody? Samuel had regressed after year two. Law was mediocre until probably his fourth season. Maurice Hurst was pretty good, but I think Hobbs is better. I can't think of another CB, save Geno Wilson, that we've drafted in the last decade who's done much of anything.

No, you've got it right.

Hobbs is an impressive youngster, not least for his consistency so early in his career. Ty didn't start playing at his ultimate potential until his contract year, and after he signed the big money he backslipped for a season or two before really becoming a consistent, elite player.

Hobbs is going to be solid for many years, and will be considered in the top-10 at his position by the time he comes into his contract year.

 

[mgteich]

You need to start a fan club for Spann. Most would rather have James, Andrews and/or Brown at his roster spot.

And if I may indulge myself in a triple-post, I think Ellis Hobbs is the best cornerback at this stage of his career (after his first two seasons) than anybody we've had since Raymond Clayborn. He might play the role of Asante Samuel in 2007.

Another guy I really like, but I may be alone, is Antowain Spann. I definitely think he has starter potential.

Dave Thomas is also a good choice, and I think Wilfork could show vast improvement and be considered the equal of Jamal over in SD.