Red_One43 wrote:FireVinny wrote:Red_One43 wrote:As poorly as Cook played at Center last year, I am looking for Kory to move back to center (he was a center in Denver - might even be better than Monty from what I hear) if Gettis and LeRibeus are the what Shanny is hoping for.
My guess on the line is that we keep at least 9 on the roster (maybe 10 but probably not). I'd also guess that only Trent, Monty and Chester have safe roster spots. Kory might get PUP'd, but won't get cut. Brown's got no guaranteed money left, so if he's not healthy he might get cut before camp. If he makes it to camp he's probably safe. LeRibeus is probably safe, just to protect him from getting snagged. Compton is ahead of Polumbus, maybe Smith. Gettis is probably ahead of Cook. Garner's got a decent shot to win a spot as a pro-ready, experienced ZBS center, albeit with limited upside.
My prediction:
Kory starts the season on the PUP.
Trent, Monty, Chester, Brown, LeRibeus, Lee, Compton, Gettis and Hurt make the 53. Trent, Monty, Gettis, Chester and Brown start against New Orleans.
I am surprised that you feel that Smith won't make the team after his showing last year as a fill in starter. He is ahead of the rookies in experience. If he has the hunger to get better, then he should stick this year. It is great to be having this discussion about our O line. While it isn't any where near elite, I think that it is safe to say that it is improving and it has depth this season.
I think 2 of Lee, Smith and Compton. I don't know what to make of Lee, and just guessing about Compton at this point.