Eric Moore released

vuudu said:

Is this sarcasm?

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Nope, beat 'em both in vert and 20 yard shuttle. He had a 1.7 10-yard split which is good for a DE.

think they should have kept Moore despite Carter coming. I like the way Moore plays

Markell Carter & Sterling Moore?

Help at DE/OLB and safety for the last couple of games and playoff run.

vuudu said:

Is this sarcasm?

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I thought he was kidding but:

Aldon Smith:

Pre-draft measureables
Ht Wt Arm length Hand size 40-yd dash 10-yd split 20-yd split 20-ss 3-cone Vert Broad BP
6 ft 4¼ in 263 lb 35⅜ in 10 in 4.74 s 1.66 s 2.70 s 4.50 s 7.19 s 34 in 9 ft 10 in 20 rep

Markell Carter:

Pre-draft measureables Ht Wt 40-yd dash 10-yd split 20-yd split 20-ss 3-cone Vert Broad BP Wonderlic
6 ft 4 3/8 in 252 lb* 4.70 s 1.71 s 2.74 s 4.45 s 7.43 s 35 1/2 in 10 ft 1 in 17 rep N/A

*Carter weighs around 265 pounds now

This is a serious fail.

After all, this is the logical choice of transactions.

Big-T said:

Markell Carter & Sterling Moore?

Help at DE/OLB and safety for the last couple of games and playoff run.

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I'm really trying not to get too hyped from a player on the PS, but have the Pats ever had a prospect that fit all the ideal measurables for a OLB?

Can't wait to see him play!

The obligatory youtube video then
Markell Carter - YouTube

vuudu said:

The obligatory youtube video then
Markell Carter - YouTube

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Boy I hope they worked on his pad level when playing with his hand down.

Doesn't make any sense cutting him. He was pretty good and it's not like they need another spot with carter going on IR.

Why would they bring back Sterling Moore?

If they give Markell carter a roster spot, I wouldn't be surprised to see them cut him the next week. That's how they roll.

SanAngeloState said:

Doesn't make any sense cutting him. He was pretty good and it's not like they need another spot with carter going on IR.

Why would they bring back Sterling Moore?

If they give Markell carter a roster spot, I wouldn't be surprised to see them cut him the next week. That's how they roll.

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Sterling Moore is on the practice squad now. They may bring him back for a look in the last 2 games before the playoffs...why not? It's surely better than having to use Sergio Brown, isn't it?

If they do choose to give M.Carter a roster spot and then cut him the next week, it's because they feel that's what best for the team. The overall team results are hard to argue with.

SanAngeloState said:

Doesn't make any sense cutting him. He was pretty good and it's not like they need another spot with carter going on IR.

Why would they bring back Sterling Moore?

If they give Markell carter a roster spot, I wouldn't be surprised to see them cut him the next week. That's how they roll.

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That's only how they roll with players they are sure won't be claimed off of waivers. Since Carter was just given a raise to not go to another team. I'm fairly certain he would be claimed.

supafly said:

Sterling Moore is on the practice squad now. They may bring him back for a look in the last 2 games before the playoffs...why not? It's surely better than having to use Sergio Brown, isn't it?

If they do choose to give M.Carter a roster spot and then cut him the next week, it's because they feel that's what best for the team. The overall team results are hard to argue with.

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I didn't know he was on the PS. Their personnel decisions do leave room to be questioned, IMO. Especially with their safeties or lack of them.

Lofa Tatupu.

I wonder if they plan to just stick Markell Carter out there with a jersey that just says "Carter" on the back, hoping the other team decides to double team him?

SanAngeloState said:

Their personnel decisions do leave room to be questioned, IMO. Especially with their safeties or lack of them.

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No doubt. Hopefully they can get this yr's version somewhat healthy and stable, so we can finally make another run to the SB. The lack of adequate depth and talent in the secondary this yr is certainly very questionable, I agree.

I'd expect next yr to be a lot different, with some better depth + free agent targeting in the secondary, much like the DL was from this yr.

In the meantime, they have to stick with what they have; so all we can hope for is the best.

I have to LOL. Reading these posts about Carter, reminds me of how everyone was GIDDY over Taylor Price return to the active roster..."ooooo iI can wait..Price gives me goosebumbs"
Let's see first if Carter is activated and then, if he see's the field on Sat.

It wouldn't shock me a bit if BB took over a roster spot. Love the way he keeps other teams guessing.

tatepatsfan said:

I'm betting we bring back Tully Banta-Cain.

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I eagerly await the return of the slow-motion spin move.

I've seen some of Markell Carter's comments on twitter; he comes across as an extremely serious, focused and dedicated person.

For a little background on him, check out this piece that Jeff Howe wrote a couple weeks ago. He certainly seems like the kind of player that would be easy to root for.

Patriots Rookie Markell Carter Draws Inspiration From Sister Battling Lupus - New England Patriots - NESN.com

PatsGuy said:

I have to LOL. Reading these posts about Carter, reminds me of how everyone was GIDDY over Taylor Price return to the active roster..."ooooo iI can wait..Price gives me goosebumbs"
Let's see first if Carter is activated and then, if he see's the field on Sat.

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I think you are reading WAY too much into what people are saying about Carter. Also, there is a big difference between Carter and Price. Carter has won several of the black jerseys given out as best practice player. People have guarded optimism. That's about it..