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My Free Agency Wish List and Ideal Depth Chart

No I didn't get all crazy with just superstars that are super expensive. We still have a lot of work to do with Salary Cap and restructures and cuts, but here we go I have broken down who I want us to look at and consider.

I will start with Offensive Line because this will make or break Palmer and what running game we will have.

OC- $High-Chis Myers- As much as I want Wiz2 to move to center the left side was nice and Myers would know the scheme from his coaches to call protections with WIZ helping in shotgun formations like I'm seeing I lot of teams do.

OG- $Cheap-Stephon Heyer- Resign for cheap proved to be good depth at the gaurd position when injuries occured.

RT- $Mid-Jared Gaither- San Diego might retain him, but worth another look to compete with Barksdale or Campbell. not really sure what we have there with those two being fresh meat.

Draft- We still draft at least one lineman I think a Gaurd.

QB- Campbell will probably be a little high but just not sure who to be our number 3. Henne or Whitehurst?

RB-$Mid-High- I think Bush will return, but if not we will need a power back which is limited: Hillis, Tolbert are only Powerbacks

FB-$Mid- High- REECE is a must and use him this year

WR- $Dirt Cheap-Let Chaz return and Housh should too our youngins need a vet mentor unless they steal a WR late Ryan Broyles he would have time to heal before asked to make plays but he should be good to go.

Expensive: Myers, Powerback

Defense the Big Needs

Star-divide

This is a little tough if looking at it from a Hybrid 3-4/4-3

I'll start with the Back End we will either darft a safety or CB (hoping Cliff Harris as we need a punter returner)

S- $High-Tyvon Branch must come back

S-$High- Landry the Luxury Pickup

FS- $Cheap- Giordano insurance policy (Eugene might be able to work this if his contract is downgraded in a major way)

Depends on Chris Johnson' Contract as well

CB-$High- Brandon Carr if not Cortland Finnegan- The dream pickup in my opinion

CB- $Mid- Tracy Porter- I have a feeling this will really happen

This is where it gets tricky with a Hybrid Scheme we need a versitile front 7

DL either way we need a NT to replace Henderson (especially if his contract isn't reduce to 1mil or less) Could be done in draft

NT- $High- Paul Sollai MIA would be excellent not sure how much cash we would have for him

DT/NT- $Low-Mid- Broderick Bunkley DEN- Would know the coach and scheme

DT- $Mid- Kelly Gregg or Cory Redding- BAL

Line Backer/ DE Hybrids

To go with Wimbley-

LB/DE- $Low- Groves could be put in a goof position here especially with some coaching and scheme changes and his ST play if we dont draft a better (LB Kendricks Please)

I would like Maybin and Hawthrone or Jackson to compete with Ro and Geothel

LB- $Mid- Hawthorn SEA

LB- $low-Mid- Aaron Maybin

LB- $Mid- High- D'Qwell Jackson

Ideal Depth

QB:Palmer/ Pryor/ Henne or Whitehurst (Campbell over either if he wants to return as backup)
RB: DMC/ Hillis or Bush/ Jones/ Cartwright or UDFA or FA
FB: Reece/ Gordon

LT: Veldheer/ Gaither
LG: Wiz/ Heyer/
C: Myers/ Wiz
RG: Campell/ Barksdale
RT: Gaither/ Barksdale
(Draft OT compete with Barks if no Gaither or OG if no Myers and Wiz to C)

WR1- DHB/ Murphy
WR2- Moore/ Chaz
Slot: Ford/ Housh or Broyle

TE: Boss/Ausberry/Myers

CB1: Carr/ Johnson
CB2: Porter/ DVD
Nickel; Chekwa/ Harris (Draft)

FS: Huff/ Eugen or Gio/ (Draft)
SS: Branch/ Mitchell

4-3
MLB: McClain/ Geothel/ Hawthorne because Jackson might cost too much (one doesn't Make it)
WOLB: Curry/ Kendricks
SLB: Wimbley/ Maybin

DT: Seymour/ Kelly/ Bryant (NT Draft)
DE: Houston/ Shaugnessy/ Wimbley/ Draft or Groves

3-4
ILB: McClain/ Hawthorne or Geothel/ (Draft Kendricks)
OLB: Maybin/ Wimbley/ Curry

DE: Seymour/ Kelly/ Shaugnesy/ Bryant
NT: Sollai/ Houston/ Draft Pick

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Why does a crybaby/drama queen like Hillis still rate a look?

He had team damaging issues and injuries last season. Zero production. He isnt worth a mention.
Housh will be gone. Schillens & Murphy barely make one receiver together what with unfortunate fact of being constructed out of glass. Moore, DHB and Ford, plus FA, trades, and draft to fill in.
Dont see Charlie Whitehurst as a fit with new OC. He’s like an arena guy who made the NFL. Have to do better than Henne.
Do you think Pryor will be #2?

The cowards never started, the weak died along the way....

by BlackHeartSilverEyes on Feb 12, 2012 11:01 AM PST reply actions  

Any way you look at it we are going to be in need of a power back

unless we get Bush back or think lanyae Miller or Rashawn Jackson can be a powerback. Only choices availble are Tolbert who has some fumble issues, Hillis (could play with a mean streak to prove critism wrong) or Draft.

by Mr.Monette on Feb 12, 2012 11:51 AM PST up reply actions  

OR switch Reece to Bush's Role- Cheapest Route

and let Tonga, Gordon and Rashawn Jackson, battle out for FB

by Mr.Monette on Feb 12, 2012 12:09 PM PST up reply actions  

Give Manase a shot...he was under utilized under Jackson

Hillis is a fucking baggage laden headcase.

The cowards never started, the weak died along the way....

by BlackHeartSilverEyes on Feb 12, 2012 1:23 PM PST up reply actions  

Tonga is a frightening option LOL

He has suspect hands and his ball security is questionable IMO

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by samiam2112 on Feb 12, 2012 1:30 PM PST up reply actions  

Who said give Tonga the ball?

Let him be a road grader. I would love to see some single back sets with Reece and 4 wide. Talk about giving a DC an ulcer!

by 509er on Feb 12, 2012 11:20 PM PST up reply actions  

he needs to do something besides

Being a deactivated cheerleader

by Mr.Monette on Feb 13, 2012 11:12 PM PST via iPhone app up reply actions  

Ive been saying this for a while now

if hes not gonna develop into a starting quality G or T, keep him as a backup and use him as a goaline/short yardage blocking FB.

by RyanTheRaider on Feb 18, 2012 9:29 AM PST up reply actions  

Totally agree

Use that beast’s physicality. Just crush the dude in front of you Bruce…

Al Davis the Greatest Raider of all times... You will live forever in the hearts of true Raider fans...RIP

by samiam2112 on Feb 18, 2012 10:26 AM PST up reply actions  

He said he loves to hit people

great opportunity to hit people playing some FB, I dont think any LB would like to be in the way of a 315lb FB that runs a 4.69 40.

by RyanTheRaider on Feb 18, 2012 12:38 PM PST up reply actions  

You would also think he could pick up a blitz or two as a protector

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by samiam2112 on Feb 18, 2012 1:00 PM PST up reply actions  

Reece needs to be moved to TE so he can have more touches

That’s were Reece could continue to exploit his skill set against most defenders.

This would also make Boss more expendable although I really like Boss Hue just didn’t use the TE spot very well…

Al Davis the Greatest Raider of all times... You will live forever in the hearts of true Raider fans...RIP

by samiam2112 on Feb 12, 2012 1:28 PM PST up reply actions  

Reece needs to stay where he is

Thats his value. Hes a matchup NIGHTMARE at fullback. I think he could ALSO take the “big back” role but moving him to TE just devalues him.

I can’t comprehend why he didn’t get 8-10 touches per game. Big headed stupidity by Hue.

Tonga is not a legit NFL player.

by lchristmas on Feb 12, 2012 5:48 PM PST via Android app up reply actions  

Raiders must resign Reece

should he however get a bigger contract somewhere else (I cold see New England as belichek & Brady would love having him catching 4-7 passes out of the backfield per game);

I think Gordon will be the Raiders starting FB, he proved to be a solid lead blocker.

by rnpljnsn on Feb 12, 2012 1:59 PM PST up reply actions  

Hillis should not be welcome here period to big of a head case....

The powerback I would love to see here is Toby Gerhart! Just not sure Minnesota would part with him with AP coming off of surgery.

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by samiam2112 on Feb 12, 2012 1:18 PM PST up reply actions  

Switch to a 3-4 Defense

Find a way to get Cortland Finnegan AND Tracy Porter.

we’re cheap, like to drink and are pissed off.

WHO WANTS A FREE SHARPIE?? -- Blake Griffin

by ClipperBEAST on Feb 12, 2012 12:03 PM PST reply actions  

Aaron Maybin was cut the year before last as a 1st rounder who never made it as a 3-4 OLB.

I would love to have Paul Solai and would be shocked if we could end up with Brandon Carr as he is probably the most underrated CB in the AFC West and it would so kill Romeo Crennel’s plans for his Chiefs’ defensive scheme. Solai, Porter, or Finnegan all seem very realistic especially with the way Reggie McKenzie is making short order and cutting all the check-cashers and divas. Also with only 3 draft picks its looking like we will be going with free agency ala Ron Wolf early in his career working with Holmgren. They went after Sean Jones and Reggie White and the rest is history.

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by TAW on Feb 12, 2012 1:02 PM PST reply actions  

I concur

our two picks in the books, I expect two compensatory picks, and one trade to garner a 2nd-4th round pick.

by rnpljnsn on Feb 12, 2012 2:00 PM PST up reply actions  

Maybin also game back last year with the jets

And recorded 6 sacks he could be another that just needed a change of scenery and coaching like Curry. Not to mention he is only 23.

by Mr.Monette on Feb 12, 2012 4:29 PM PST via iPhone app up reply actions  

Draft picks

Like the idea of a late round draft pick up of Cliff Harris. If we miss him Omar Bolden should still be available.

by moe dee on Feb 12, 2012 6:07 PM PST reply actions  

Guys Curry should be the 2nd MLB in a 3-4

Everyone thinks he’s some great pass rusher but I haven’t seen anything to prove it. He’s good at stopping the run and laying wood in the flats. Keep him in the middle and then he can still pass rush a little too.

by raiderfan21 on Feb 12, 2012 6:45 PM PST reply actions  

he's the best LB we have -wherever

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by Sons-of-Blanda on Feb 14, 2012 8:28 PM PST up reply actions  

he sucks against the pass though.

I’d rather have him in a rotation.

I’ll take 11 players with heart on the field over 11 guys with just talent. Talent is fleeting, it goes away over time. Heart is what drives you to be better. To push yourself beyond what you think your capabilities are. To show us that when you strive, all things are possible.- SMP

by Jack'sAxe on Feb 15, 2012 10:59 AM PST up reply actions  

Trevor Scott

where do you see him , he is still under contract I believe. U gotta love his high motor

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by SlaughtaHouse on Feb 12, 2012 9:31 PM PST reply actions  

Trevor is a Free Agent this year along with Jarvis Moss

If one of them could be a pass rusher as a 3-4 OLB then there is room for them, but I don’t know if one of them can. I know moss failed in Denver with that roll but is a decent 4-3 DE. As for Trevor I didn’t really see him this year after the injury so I can’t tell.

by Mr.Monette on Feb 12, 2012 9:40 PM PST up reply actions  

I do like the idea of going after Cliff Harris in the draft

His value is down since he got booted from the Ducks for being immature and making stupid decisions and has some obvious character flaws that would need some evaluation but as far as skill goes, he’s legit. He fits the Al Davis mold that’s for sure as he’s likely to be one of the fastest guys in the draft but he’s pretty light at around 170lbs.

You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.

by Buster Bluth on Feb 13, 2012 7:05 AM PST reply actions  

His forty timed dropped considerably this last year I would have to question his work ethic and his maturity...

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by samiam2112 on Feb 13, 2012 8:13 AM PST up reply actions  

He's definitely a gamble

He’s got some serious maturity issues but he was considered a possible first rounder before the season started. With limited picks this draft and a weak secondary…we will need to take some chances.

You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.

by Buster Bluth on Feb 13, 2012 8:56 AM PST up reply actions  

He may be a UDFA possibility did he get an invite to the combine?

Al Davis the Greatest Raider of all times... You will live forever in the hearts of true Raider fans...RIP

by samiam2112 on Feb 13, 2012 1:25 PM PST up reply actions  

He got an invite last Tim I checked

Should come with a slight chip if he has matured.

by Mr.Monette on Feb 13, 2012 11:13 PM PST via iPhone app up reply actions  

Don't count on it he just acts so damn entitled...

Watch the video of him being pulled over by the Oregon State Cop!

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by samiam2112 on Feb 14, 2012 8:30 AM PST up reply actions  

I see Tatupu is trying to get back into playing

I know we looked at him before or early in the season last year but this guy could be a decent rotational guy and possibly give us some nice LB depth if he knee checks out. The Saints are taking a look at him.

You know what would make a good story? Something about a clown who makes people happy, but inside he's real sad. Also, he has severe diarrhea.

by Buster Bluth on Feb 14, 2012 5:52 AM PST reply actions  

Bring him in as a camp body and see what he has left

League min!

Al Davis the Greatest Raider of all times... You will live forever in the hearts of true Raider fans...RIP

by samiam2112 on Feb 14, 2012 8:31 AM PST up reply actions  

ON DEFENSE

MY GOD YOUR TALKING ABOUT SPENDING CHEESE. THIS WOULD BE NICE IF WE HAD THE MONEY!

by tatum25 on Feb 16, 2012 8:52 AM PST reply actions  

It could be

Solai/ Carr/ Porter/ Finnegan could cost but could be worked where contracts are not front loaded. Everyone else would be relatively inexpensive

by Mr.Monette on Feb 16, 2012 3:23 PM PST via iPhone app reply actions  

do you guys think the chiefs will franchise bowe or carr?

they brought in routt for a workout so i dont know if they will tag carr.

by dawad34 on Feb 17, 2012 3:59 PM PST reply actions  

I'm thinking they are trying to get Routt at half or a lot less than Carr

It makes since Routt is good just think he was trying a little too hard to live up to the Nnamdi rep and it bit him in the ass. But the chiefs would get a good corner in Routt and it won’t hurt them as much because he would be number two under Flowers. This also should help us sign him though hopefully we won’t have to pay as much as we did for Routt.

by Mr.Monette on Feb 17, 2012 8:15 PM PST reply actions  

They are going to have to tag bowe

If they don’t they are stupid because they have no one after bowe and Moaki they don’t know how he plays after the Injury

by Mr.Monette on Feb 17, 2012 8:17 PM PST up reply actions  


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