NFL 2024 - Off-Season Player/Coach Updates and Discussion

[Jatz]

I think that 51% is in there for a reason, they plan to get a look at him this year at some point. (unless Russ plays lights out of course but who is honestly expecting that?)

 

[Exe Gesis]

I think that 51% is in there for a reason, they plan to get a look at him this year at some point. (unless Russ plays lights out of course but who is honestly expecting that?)

For 2024 it's a good backup plan. Fields can fill in with plays designed for him or start capably (not greatly) for an injured or out of form Wilson, and makes the offense more dynamic at least.

But if Fields plays well and Wilson doesn't, the Steelers have an issue because they'd have to take on his expensive 5th year option if they intend to stick with him and let Wilson hit FA.

It would probably be better for them financially if Wilson finds his mojo and thus trade Fields mid-season, for a good pick considering what they spent on him, and try to draft again a franchise QB.

You never know, Fields could end up figuring it all out at the Steelers and reclaim a good career. Or, the entire cheap plan of Wilson and Fields could blow up in their face, with both sucking so bad the Steelers have to let both go.

I think Steelers will definitely draft a mid to late round QB in 2024 in case of that. Hit on a Purdy that gives them something for start of 2025 in case.

Because as we all know, a gem QB is crucial to not just making the playoffs but going thru the playoffs.

 

[A11dAtP0w3R]

For 2024 it's a good backup plan. Fields can fill in with plays designed for him or start capably (not greatly) for an injured or out of form Wilson, and makes the offense more dynamic at least.

But if Fields plays well and Wilson doesn't, the Steelers have an issue because they'd have to take on his expensive 5th year option if they intend to stick with him and let Wilson hit FA.

It would probably be better for them financially if Wilson finds his mojo and thus trade Fields mid-season, for a good pick considering what they spent on him, and try to draft again a franchise QB.

You never know, Fields could end up figuring it all out at the Steelers and reclaim a good career. Or, the entire cheap plan of Wilson and Fields could blow up in their face, with both sucking so bad the Steelers have to let both go.

I think Steelers will definitely draft a mid to late round QB in 2024 in case of that. Hit on a Purdy that gives them something for start of 2025 in case.

Because as we all know, a gem QB is crucial to not just making the playoffs but going thru the playoffs.

Joe Milton QB3 waiting for his chance.

 

[Exe Gesis]

Oh....and 51% is pretty low a mark. Usually its more like 70% or so that youd then see a team actually play the player often. But 51 is like the plan is for him to not see much action, just learn and not give up a 4th

 

[aussiedude]

That MF made a pro bowl. I wish i was surprised but then again the Patriots did just trade away a Pro Bowl QB in Mac Jones for pocket change. everyone is getting pro bowls now.

 

[A11dAtP0w3R]

 

[aussiedude]

Lotta bored housewives in the Bay Area.

 

[A11dAtP0w3R]

Stefanski collecting all the black QBs

 

[aussiedude]

Via NBC.
Let me guess PFT but Florio didnt want to put his name on it at risk of burning sources or being called a homer?

 

[aussiedude]

Stefanski collecting all the black QBs

DTR might finally get free.

 

[A11dAtP0w3R]

DTR might finally get free.

Signing Winston and Huntley is weird.

 

[Exe Gesis]

Reckon DTR might soon get traded. Adding Winston and Huntley makes him expendable.

 

[A11dAtP0w3R]

Maybe the Browns figure they can trade one of them closer to the season like they did with Dobbs last year.

 

[aussiedude]

Reckon DTR might soon get traded. Adding Winston and Huntley makes him expendable.

For what. I dont think there is any value there. teams would sign him if cut. but giving up draft capital for a backup/3rd string that has like 1 start a month out from the draft is bad business.

I loved his UCLA tape but i dont see a trade market for him given how low QB trades unless its like a 7th round pick swap.

 

[Exe Gesis]

For what. I dont think there is any value there. teams would sign him if cut. but giving up draft capital for a backup/3rd string that has like 1 start a month out from the draft is bad business.

I loved his UCLA tape but i dont see a trade market for him given how low QB trades unless its like a 7th round pick swap.

Yeah it would only be something like a 7th. But that's better than nothing. Many teams out there could do with a young backup option with potential....Raiders, Broncos, Bears even, Dolphins, etc.

 

[A11dAtP0w3R]

I think Winston makes the most sense to be traded not DTR. Huntley probably a good mentor for him. How often do you see QB rooms 3 vets deep? Not often. Usually always one development project or rookie/young starter for teams that keep 3 QBs.

 

[A11dAtP0w3R]

manureid

 

[aussiedude]

manureid

Hope his body doesnt fail him again

 

[manureid]

manureid

If he could stay on the field this would be good.

 

[Inspecta Gadget]

Via NBC.
Let me guess PFT but Florio didnt want to put his name on it at risk of burning sources or being called a homer?

Florio has almost been a lone hand in pushing this story hard, shock and horror

 

[Exe Gesis]

 

[A11dAtP0w3R]

Florio the only one brave enough to hold the evil Falcons to account.

 

[aussiedude]

the whole thing is dumb. everyone does it. and thats why teams dont report others for tampering.

The Tom Brady/Miami one was only a story because of a paper trail about the potential ownership stake. [also Miami got a fine and lost the 1st round pick, were not made to give the pick to the Pats so i dont understand how the Vikings would get a pick other then a possible comp pick next year]
Nobody at the NFL is dumb enough to think these day1 FA deals are all done in the 2 "legal tampering" days.

If we are going after players and taking picks away for tampering, at least make it even and go after the owners for collusion with capping contracts of positions at times.

 

[Exe Gesis]

Everyone does it so it's okay
If you're egregious enough to get caught, punishment is right imo.

 

[Exe Gesis]

On the plus side of it...better to see the Vikings with an extra 1st than Atlanta.

Also, teams have been docked draft picks before/recently for tampering (tho everyone does it) so it happens