Official 2008 Redskins Free Agency Tracker Thread

[spudstr04]

I think our next big addition will be DJ Hackett. All signs are pointing to him coming here and Snyder has expressed interest if the price is right. He's no Randy Moss, but he's what we need to fit into the system.

[SkinsJock]

Despite what some think - I do not think we are far off staying in the playoff picture. I am hoping that we add some players through free agency and the draft. Snyder seems to be letting things get sorted out rather than being the first into the pool. We are not that desperate that we need to take risks - lets stay the course and if there is someone available that can help at the positions of need OR to add depth then we should add them.
It seems we are going to be patient and see what is available at a reasonable cost that can help. In April we can try our luck with the draft and then the June cuts will maybe have some depth available.


We, like most NFL teams cannot seem to find a method of determining who will make good players coming out of college - I'm not sure what the success rate is but it is certainly very low - we need to keep our draft picks but for now we also should be able to do a better job of finding players who are presently playing in the NFL.

We just need to get rid of Cerrato and get a GM that can find the players that help make the team better in those areas on need.

[Jake]

The Redskins Schedule A Free Agent Visit

Houston free agent safety Will Demps has scheduled a visit to Redskins Park for sometime next week. league sources said.

Demps, 28, is a former starting safety with the Ravens, Giants and Texans. He entered the NFL with Baltimore in 2002, and had a rougher time of things with the Giants in 2006 - Baltimore drafted LaRon Landry's older borther, Dawan, that year and Landry became an immediate starter with them, phasing Demps out - and Demps played 15 games for Houston last season.

The Redskins are seeking safety depth, and though many scouts were impressed with how youngster Reed Doughty came on late last season, I am not surprised Washington would look for a veteran to push Reed. Safety deptyh is something Coach Jim Zorn spoke about at the combine.

http://blog.washingtonpost.com/redskins ... v=rss_blog

I liked Demps a lot when he was in Baltimore. I hope if he signs here, he will be as productive here as he was there. He wasn't bad in NY or Houston, either.

[fleetus]

After that missed kick in Seattle, can't say that I wanted Suisham back with the Skins.

squishy sucks. There is a notion that he is a strong legged kicker but the dude does not come close to the end zone on kick offs and misses too many kicks he should make. He blows.

Well. we had the 2nd lowest kick return avg. against us at 19.5 yards per return, so my guess is Suisham kicks the ball where the coaches asked him to. And it worked.

[frankcal20]

After that missed kick in Seattle, can't say that I wanted Suisham back with the Skins.

squishy sucks. There is a notion that he is a strong legged kicker but the dude does not come close to the end zone on kick offs and misses too many kicks he should make. He blows.

Well. we had the 2nd lowest kick return avg. against us at 19.5 yards per return, so my guess is Suisham kicks the ball where the coaches asked him to. And it worked.

Thank you!!!!! Most guys don't understand that a lot of coaches want guys to kick it to the 5 but put a lot of hang time on the kick so that it gives our guys an opportunity to get down there and take the guy out before he gets to the 20 yd line.

It happens every game. Its just not talked about that much.

[yupchagee]

After that missed kick in Seattle, can't say that I wanted Suisham back with the Skins.

squishy sucks. There is a notion that he is a strong legged kicker but the dude does not come close to the end zone on kick offs and misses too many kicks he should make. He blows.

Well. we had the 2nd lowest kick return avg. against us at 19.5 yards per return, so my guess is Suisham kicks the ball where the coaches asked him to. And it worked.

Good observation. Height is also important on KO's.

[SkinsFreak]

The Redskins Schedule A Free Agent Visit

Houston free agent safety Will Demps has scheduled a visit to Redskins Park for sometime next week. league sources said.

Demps, 28, is a former starting safety with the Ravens, Giants and Texans. He entered the NFL with Baltimore in 2002, and had a rougher time of things with the Giants in 2006 - Baltimore drafted LaRon Landry's older borther, Dawan, that year and Landry became an immediate starter with them, phasing Demps out - and Demps played 15 games for Houston last season.

The Redskins are seeking safety depth, and though many scouts were impressed with how youngster Reed Doughty came on late last season, I am not surprised Washington would look for a veteran to push Reed. Safety deptyh is something Coach Jim Zorn spoke about at the combine.

http://blog.washingtonpost.com/redskins ... v=rss_blog

I liked Demps a lot when he was in Baltimore. I hope if he signs here, he will be as productive here as he was there. He wasn't bad in NY or Houston, either.

Sorry Jake, I missed this one. Demps isn't great but I think he's far more physical than Prioleau or Stoutmire. Demps is still pretty young too. For the right price, he'd be good for depth. I hope they get him.

[1niksder]

The Redskins Schedule A Free Agent Visit

Houston free agent safety Will Demps has scheduled a visit to Redskins Park for sometime next week. league sources said.

Demps, 28, is a former starting safety with the Ravens, Giants and Texans. He entered the NFL with Baltimore in 2002, and had a rougher time of things with the Giants in 2006 - Baltimore drafted LaRon Landry's older borther, Dawan, that year and Landry became an immediate starter with them, phasing Demps out - and Demps played 15 games for Houston last season.

The Redskins are seeking safety depth, and though many scouts were impressed with how youngster Reed Doughty came on late last season, I am not surprised Washington would look for a veteran to push Reed. Safety deptyh is something Coach Jim Zorn spoke about at the combine.

http://blog.washingtonpost.com/redskins ... v=rss_blog

Full Name: Will Henry Demps
Born: November 7, 1979
Charelston, SC
Height: 6-0
Weight: 208 lbs. Age: 28
Pos: S
Experience: 6 years
College: San Diego State

TACK 52.0 | FF 2 | INT 0

Demps had the best season of his career last year. He has good size and athleticism and is best in the box and as a physical run support player. He is aggressive to the ball and will insert in piles. He is tough and competitive and throws his body around but is sometimes a bit out of control. He has good foot agility, balance and quickness in coverage but appears to lack the pure speed for the safety position. He can jump short and intermediate routes well and is smart enough to keep a good cushion when playing off the hash. Will use his hands well to re-route defenders and in block protection and keeps good body position to make plays against both the run and pass. He sees the field well and is instinctive in leveraging the ball as routes develop. Demps is a good football player who gets the most out of his ability and has been a solid contributor in various defensive positions, as well as on special teams.

[andyjens89]

Will Demps is a player

http://deadspin.com/sports/will-demps-is-sensitive/if-only-the-large-breasted-hot-women-would-leave-athletes-alone-290158.php

[1niksder]

Has anyone heard any new rumors. I know that we are one of like 10 teams looking at Javon Walker.

EAGLES, 'SKINS OUT OF WALKER SWEEPSTAKES

A league source tells us that the Philadelphia Eagles and the Washington Redskins are no longer among the teams interested in acquiring the services of receiver Javon Walker.

There's a suspicion that Walker's agent is puffing in this regard, overstating to the media the interest in the player in an effort to create a market for him.

Walker was traded to the Packers to the Broncos in 2006, and was released recently in order to avoid a significant roster bonus.

PFT

[El Mexican]

Demps? Plz...I can vividly recall him getting beat repeatedly when the Skins beat the Giants during the Brunell era. I think our current guys are better than Demps.

[HEROHAMO]

Demps? Plz...I can vividly recall him getting beat repeatedly when the Skins beat the Giants during the Brunell era. I think our current guys are better than Demps.

I agree. WIll Demps sucks. He is not even average. Trust me if he was so good then why did Baltimore and now New York willing to let him go??

Because he sucks!

[1niksder]

I agree. WIll Demps sucks. He is not even average. Trust me if he was so good then why did Baltimore and now New York willing to let him go??

Because he sucks!

He a Texan played 15 games for them last year.... How many corners played that many games for the Skins last year?

[CanesSkins26]

I agree. WIll Demps sucks. He is not even average. Trust me if he was so good then why did Baltimore and now New York willing to let him go??

Because he sucks!

He a Texan played 15 games for them last year.... How many corners played that many games for the Skins last year?

Demps is a strong safety so I'm not sure how that relates to the amount of games that our corners played last season.

[spudstr04]

The Eagles have reportedly contacted the Redskins about Lito Sheppard "several times" in the past few weeks.
Maybe the Birds didn't permit Sheppard to seek a trade, but that doesn't mean they're not shopping him. Philadelphia is said to have little reservation about trading Sheppard inside the division. It's believed that Shawn Springs might have been part of a potential deal. No trade is imminent.

The Washington Post disputes an ESPN.com report that the Redskins are seriously interested in free agent Javon Walker.
Michael Smith's item said that the Redskins have been in contact with Walker. The report also said that Walker is intrigued by the idea of playing in San Francisco under coordinator Mike Martz or for the Bucs' Jon Gruden.

http://blog.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/2008/03/lito_sheppardother_stuff.html?

I wouldn't mind getting Sheppard, but not for Springs...I want Springs and Sheppard in the same secondary.

[yupchagee]

Demps? Plz...I can vividly recall him getting beat repeatedly when the Skins beat the Giants during the Brunell era. I think our current guys are better than Demps.

I agree. WIll Demps sucks. He is not even average. Trust me if he was so good then why did Baltimore and now New York willing to let him go??

Because he sucks!

The question is not "Is he good?" it is "Is he better than Vernon Fox?" Fox is our only back up S under contract.

[1niksder]

I agree. WIll Demps sucks. He is not even average. Trust me if he was so good then why did Baltimore and now New York willing to let him go??

Because he sucks!

He a Texan played 15 games for them last year.... How many corners played that many games for the Skins last year?

Demps is a strong safety so I'm not sure how that relates to the amount of games that our corners played last season.

We had a safety that missed games last year but I don't want to talk about it.

[SkinsFreak]

Demps? Plz...I can vividly recall him getting beat repeatedly when the Skins beat the Giants during the Brunell era. I think our current guys are better than Demps.

I agree. WIll Demps sucks. He is not even average. Trust me if he was so good then why did Baltimore and now New York willing to let him go??

Because he sucks!

The question is not "Is he good?" it is "Is he better than Vernon Fox?" Fox is our only back up S under contract.

Thank you. He'd be brought in for depth, not to compete for a starter role.

[HEROHAMO]

Demps? Plz...I can vividly recall him getting beat repeatedly when the Skins beat the Giants during the Brunell era. I think our current guys are better than Demps.

I agree. WIll Demps sucks. He is not even average. Trust me if he was so good then why did Baltimore and now New York willing to let him go??

Because he sucks!

The question is not "Is he good?" it is "Is he better than Vernon Fox?" Fox is our only back up S under contract.

Thank you. He'd be brought in for depth, not to compete for a starter role.

Yeah depth. We would be deep in doodoo thats for sure.
Why load up on mediocre players?????

Here are some potential pro bowl safties. You guys need to stop thinking mediocre and think like a champion.

# Kenny Phillips, FS, Miami
Height: 6-2. Weight: 202.
Projected 40 Time: 4.40.
Combine 40 Time: 4.54.
Benchx225: 19. Vertical: .
Projected Round: Top 20 Pick.
I was disappointed by Kenny Phillips' 40. I thought he would run the 4.4s. A 4.54 isn't bad, but he didn't really stand out. Phillips could drop to the second half of the first round. The top-rated safety eligible for the 2008 Draft, Phillips missed a portion of the 2006 season with a broken hand. Managed to pick off four passes in nine games.

# Josh Barrett, SS, Arizona State
Height: 6-1. Weight: 223.
Projected 40 Time: 4.49.
Combine 40 Time: 4.35.
Benchx225: 17. Vertical: .
Projected Round: 2.
In a weak strong safety class, Josh Barrett may have vaulted himself over Tom Zbikowski, Craig Steltz and Jamar Adams. A 223-pound safety with a 4.35 40? Amazing. Barrett was benched for a portion of the 2007 campaign, but he regained his job later in the year.

A monstrous safety, Barrett is one of the top defensive backs in the Pac 10. He started every game in 2006, notching three picks and 82 tackles.

# Jamar Adams, SS, Michigan
Height: 6-2. Weight: 212.
Projected 40 Time: 4.58.
Combine 40 Time: 4.56.
Benchx225: . Vertical: .
Projected Round: 2-3.
Jamar Adams, the leader of Michigan's defense, is the team's leading returning tackler (47 tackles in 2006).

# Tom Zbikowski, SS, Notre Dame
Height: 5-11. Weight: 209.
40 Time: 4.42.
Projected Round: 2-3.
Perhaps the thing that stood out the most about Tom Zbikowski's combine was when he yelled at strength and conditioning coach John Lott during his bench workout. Lott, attempting to motivate the mohawked safety, yelled, "Come on, Rudy!" during Zbikowski's bench press. Zbikowski, offended by being referred to as an overachiever with no business on the football field, responded, "Don't call me that again!" Very cool.

# Craig Steltz, SS, LSU
Height: 6-1. Weight: 213.
Projected 40 Time: 4.52.
Combine 40 Time: Did not run.
Benchx225: . Vertical: .
Projected Round: 2-3.
Craig Steltz is another safety who didn't work out in Indianapolis. I guess LSU has an OK replacement for LaRon Landry. I'm being sarcastic of course; Steltz picked off three passes in LSU's 45-0 victory over Mississippi State. Even when he wasn't intercepting Michael Henig, he was always at the right place at the right time. He definitely helped his draft stock.

Played behind LaRon Landry, so hasn't gotten much exposure. That'll change in 2007. Steltz is a smart safety, who picked off four passes despite starting only one game.



# Quintin Demps, FS, UTEP
Height: 5-11. Weight: 206.
Projected 40 Time: 4.46.
Combine 40 Time: 4.40.
Benchx225: 16. Vertical: 31.5.
Projected Round: 2-3.
Once upon a time, I had Quintin Demps as my No. 2 free safety. I moved him behind Thomas DeCoud and DaJuan Morgan, but his dazzling combine could bump him ahead of those two. Regardless, he'll be taken in the bottom of the second round, or the top of the third, at the very latest.

It doesn't matter that Quintin Demps played in Conference USA; he still managed to accumulate seven interceptions and two forced fumbles in 2006.

# Thomas DeCoud, FS, California
Height: 6-1. Weight: 207.
Projected 40 Time: 4.51.
Combine 40 Time: 4.50.
Benchx225: . Vertical: 35.5.
Projected Round: 3.
Thomas DeCoud bettered his 40 and had a 35.5-inch vertical, so he definitely didn't hurt himself. I don't think he stood out as much as Josh Barrett or Quintin Demps, however.

An emerging player who has played extremely well in 2007. Won Pac-10 Defensive Player of the Week honors after registering a pick and a forced fumble against Arizona.

Started four games in 2006. Missed some time last year with a knee injury.

# DaJuan Morgan, FS, N.C. State
Height: 6-0. Weight: 205.
Projected 40 Time: 4.44.
Combine 40 Time: 4.52.
Benchx225: 21. Vertical: .
Projected Round: 3.
DaJuan Morgan, Mike Mayock's No. 2 free safety, performed admirably at the combine, though he didn't really stand out like Josh Barrett.

Morgan really improved this season, leading the team with 117 tackles.

# Tyrell Johnson, SS, Arkansas State
Height: 5-11. Weight: 207.
Projected 40 Time: 4.53.
Combine 40 Time: 4.47.
Benchx225: 27. Vertical: 32.
Projected Round: 3-4.
Coming from a small school, Tyrell Johnson needed to stand out at the combine. Well, he ran a 4.47, benched 225 pounds 27 times and leaped 10 feet and 7 inches in the broad jump. Not too shabby.

Led his team in tackles for two consecutive years now. Level of competition is naturally an issue.

# Caleb Campbell, SS, Army
Height: 6-1. Weight: 229.
Projected 40 Time: 4.47.
Combine 40 Time: 4.60.
Benchx225: 24. Vertical: .
Projected Round: 4.
You have to love the 40 that comes with Caleb Campbell's size. Given his background, I think we can assume that he has a great work ethic.

# David Roach, FS, TCU
Height: 6-0. Weight: 210.
Projected 40 Time: 4.42.
Combine 40 Time: 4.40.
Benchx225: 16. Vertical: 38.
Projected Round: 4.
I was a big fan of David Roach's combine. Aside from his 40 and vertical, Roach looked great in the drills.

# Simeon Castille, FS, Alabama
Height: 6-0. Weight: 195.
Projected 40 Time: 4.55.
Combine 40 Time: 4.72.
Benchx225: . Vertical: 31.5.
Projected Round: 4.
As we can tell by Simeon Castille's combine results, he'll definitely have to move to safety in the NFL after playing corner at Alabama. Castille's workouts were a bit disappointing. Castille was arrested for disorderly conduct in 2007. The team didn't release any information, so it's difficult to gauge how serious this is right now.

Picked off five passes in 2006 and was Alabama's only representitive on the All-SEC First Team.

# Marcus Griffin, FS, Texas
Height: 5-10. Weight: 201.
Projected 40 Time: 4.47.
Combine 40 Time: 4.71.
Benchx225: 13. Vertical: 31.5.
Projected Round: 4-5.
Disappointing. I thought Marcus Griffin would run a 4.4 or 4.5.

Twin brother of Tennessee No. 1 pick Michael Griffin. Started 11 games in 2006, recording 86 tackles and a pick.

# Jonathan Hefney, FS, Tennessee
Height: 5-7. Weight: 190.
Projected 40 Time: 4.42.
Combine 40 Time: 4.59.
Benchx225: 14. Vertical: 29.
Projected Round: 4-5.
Jonathan Hefney's size is going to hurt him. I had him at 5-9, but he measured in at 5-7. Some teams are just not going to take him until the later rounds because of that.

A very quick safety with a nose for the ball; made five interceptions in 2006 after three the previous season. An excellent return specialist.


# D.J. Parker, FS, Virginia Tech
Height: 5-11. Weight: 192.
Projected 40 Time: 4.43.
Combine 40 Time: 4.53.
Benchx225: 19. Vertical: .
Projected Round: 4-5.
D.J. Parker wasn't too impressive in the workouts, though his 40 was solid.

# Michael Grant, Arkansas
Height: 5-10. Weight: 201.
Projected 40 Time: 4.58.
Combine 40 Time: 4.37.
Benchx225: 14. Vertical: 31.5.
Projected Round: 4-5.
Michael Grant, previously a sixth-round prospect on this board, moved himself up a bit with a 4.37 40.

# Roger Williams, FS, Florida State
Height: 6-0. Weight: 200.
40 Time: 4.49.
Projected Round: 4-5.
Started all 13 games in 2006, picking off four passes and recording 67 tackles.

# Bobbie Williams, FS, Bethune-Cookman
Height: 6-0. Weight: 212.
40 Time: 4.47.
Projected Round: 4-5.
Following in the footsteps of Bethune-Cookman alumnus and current Packers safety Nick Collins, Bobbie Williams is the best safety in 1-AA. An interception machine, Williams has picked off 13 passes in his career.

# Jamie Silva, SS, Boston College
Height: 5-10. Weight: 202.
Projected 40 Time: 4.56.
Combine 40 Time: 4.85.
Benchx225: . Vertical: .
Projected Round: 5.
James Silva's numbers won't jump out at anyone, but he's just better in pads. I really like him as a mid-round sleeper.

A hard-hitter who picked off four passes in 2006 despite missing some time with a knee injury.

# Darien Williams, FS, Oklahoma
Height: 6-0. Weight: 197.
40 Time: 4.49.
Projected Round: 5.
Darien Williams just had surgery on his foot. He could be out until mid-October. The centerpiece of Oklahoma's solid secondary, Williams is one of the smartest safeties in this class.

# Tony Joiner, SS, Florida
Height: 5-11. Weight: 218.
40 Time: 4.51.
Projected Round: 5.
Started all 14 games of Florida's championship season. Not the most talented safety on the board, but he's a winner.

# D.J. Wolfe, SS, Oklahoma
Height: 5-11. Weight: 207.
Projected 40 Time: 4.47.
Combine 40 Time: 4.63.
Benchx225: . Vertical: .
Projected Round: 5-6.
Was in and out of the starting lineup in 2006 because of performance issues. Will be a safety in the NFL (played corner earlier).

# Dennis Keyes, FS, UCLA
Height: 6-0. Weight: 205.
Projected 40 Time: 4.58.
Combine 40 Time: 4.60.
Benchx225: 15. Vertical: .
Projected Round: 5-6.
Although he had 79 tackles and an interception in 2006, Dennis Keyes needs to work on his tackling ability.



# Brandent Englemon, FS, Michigan
Height: 6-0. Weight: 200.
40 Time: 4.49.
Projected Round: 6.
Brandent Englemon started only five games after 10 opening appearances in 2005. Hasn't obtained a single interception at Michigan.

# Eric Brock, SS, Auburn
Height: 6-1. Weight: 209.
40 Time: 4.48.
Projected Round: 6.
Recorded 50 tackles and two interceptions in 2006.

# Corey Lynch, FS, Appalachian State
Height: 6-0. Weight: 205.
40 Time: 4.57.
Projected Round: 6.
Corey Lynch started 56 career games and recorded 24 interceptions, as he was a key component in Appalachian State's recent playoff success. He's also a nightmare for the opposing team's special-teams coordinator; he has six blocked kicks.

Vertical: 34.5; Broad Jump: 10.5; Bench press: 15x225 lbs. If he can run a high 4.4 or low 4.5, he will move up this chart.

# Tony LeZotte, FS, James Madison
Height: 6-0. Weight: 200.
40 Time: 4.57.
Projected Round: 6.
Tony LeZotte is known for his 100-yard interception return against Towson State. He's also renowned for his toughness and ability to play through numerous injuries. His 40, however, won't do him any favors.

# Nemo Warrick, Michigan State
Height: 6-1. Weight: 211.
Projected 40 Time: 4.55.
Combine 40 Time: 4.51.
Benchx225: 16. Vertical: .
Projected Round: 6.


# Dominique Barber, SS, Minnesota
Height: 6-0. Weight: 210.
Projected 40 Time: 4.47.
Combine 40 Time: 4.71.
Benchx225: 23. Vertical: .
Projected Round: 6.
No surprise that Marion Barber's brother put up 225 pounds 23 times. His 40 was disappointing, however.

# Joe Fields, FS, Syracuse
Height: 6-1. Weight: 210.
40 Time: 4.43.
Projected Round: 6-7.
Started all 12 games last year and intercepted four passes.

# Dowayne Davis, SS, Syracuse
Height: 6-0. Weight: 200.
40 Time: 4.39.
Projected Round: 6-7.
Two-year starter at Syracuse. Recorded two picks in 2005 but none in 2006.

# Chris Horton, SS, UCLA
Height: 6-0. Weight: 212.
Projected 40 Time: 4.56.
Combine 40 Time: 4.56.
Benchx225: 14. Vertical: 28.5.
Projected Round: 6-7.
Recorded three picks in 2006, earning a spot on the All-Pac 10 Second Team.

# Husain Abdullah, FS, Washington State
Height: 5-11. Weight: 204.
Projected 40 Time: 4.51.
Combine 40 Time: 4.63.
Benchx225: 16. Vertical: .
Projected Round: 6-7.


# Jamal Lewis, SS, Georgia Tech
Height: 6-0. Weight: 199.
40 Time: 4.50.
Projected Round: 6-7.
Was in the passenger seat of a car accident that killed his friend. He played in a game two days later. That won't go unnoticed.



# Kevin Mitchell, SS, Illinois
Height: 6-0. Weight: 200.
40 Time: 4.55.
Projected Round: 7.
Kevin Mitchell is one of the hardest-hitting players in this class.

# Ron Girault, FS, Rutgers
Height: 5-11. Weight: 200.
40 Time: 4.54.
Projected Round: 7.
Needs to improve his 40 time to warrant draft consideration.

# Brian Bonner, SS, TCU
Height: 5-10. Weight: 196.
Projected 40 Time: 4.50.
Combine 40 Time: 4.64.
Benchx225: . Vertical: .
Projected Round: 7.
Managed 4.5 sacks and two picks, starting all 13 games in 2006.

# Kyle Jackson, FS, Florida
Height: 6-1. Weight: 201.
40 Time: 4.50.
Projected Round: 7.
Taking over for Reggie Nelson, Kyle Jackson will have only one year to prove that he's an NFL-caliber player.

# Tony Cade, FS, UNLV
Height: 6-2. Weight: 205.
40 Time: 4.47.
Projected Round: 7.
Transferred from Oklahoma. Started four games in 2006.

# Reggie McPherson, FS, Northwestern
Height: 6-1. Weight: 200.
40 Time: 4.52.
Projected Round: FA.
Notched 57 tackles and one pick in 2006.

# Kelin Johnson, FS, Georgia
Height: 6-1. Weight: 194.
40 Time: 4.54.
Projected Round: FA.
Played well in his first year as a full-time starter at Georgia.

# Nate Lyles, FS, Virginia
Height: 6-0. Weight: 203.
40 Time: 4.58.
Projected Round: FA.
Started nine of the 12 games he played in 2006, a year after being in the opening lineup in every contest. Nate Lyles was coming off a neck injury, so that could be the reason for his part-time demotion. He really needs to improve his 40 though.

# Tierre Green, SS, Nebraska
Height: 6-1. Weight: 200.
40 Time: 4.56.
Projected Round: FA.
Has the versatility and speed to play cornerback as well.

# Marcus Watts, SS, Kansas State
Height: 6-1. Weight: 189.
40 Time: 4.52.
Projected Round: FA.
Started just five games in 2006, thanks to a hand injury. Still managed to accumulate three picks and two sacks.

# Damon Nickson, FS, State
Height: 6-0. Weight: 177.
40 Time: 4.59.
Projected Round: FA.
Needs to get bigger or improve his 40. Or both. I'm listing Damon Nickson because he's productive (five picks, 61 tackles in 2006).

# Japhus Brown, SS, Texas A&M
Height: 5-11. Weight: 199.
40 Time: 4.60.
Projected Round: FA.
Started in four games last year; made a game-clinching interception against Texas. His 40 sucks, however.

# Sherrod Martin, FS, Troy State
Height: 6-1. Weight: 187.
40 Time: 4.55.
Projected Round: FA.
Missed the entire 2006 season with a shoulder injury. Started all 11 games in 2005.

[SkinsFreak]

Yeah depth. We would be deep in doodoo thats for sure.
Why load up on mediocre players?????

Here are some potential pro bowl safties. You guys need to stop thinking mediocre and think like a champion.

Dude, I'm all for drafting a stud safety, I was all about that last year with Landry. But not this year. It's all about prioritizing. We have other more pressing needs like DE, WR, DT and OG. They're simply looking for some inexpensive depth in case one of our starters goes down. Prioleau and Stoutmire might be gone. That leaves Fox. They're not going into the season with only 3 safeties on the roster. I can't see them using our 1st, 2nd or 3rd on a safety this year, and beyond those rounds, the safety class is extremely weak.

[fleetus]

I realize DJ Hackett is one of Zorn's "Boys", but he will probably cost a few mil and has had repeated ankle injuries. You can never expect him to be a 16 game receiver. Bryant Johnson, however, is one of those hard-working, under-rated guys who is 6 ft. 3 and knows how to catch the ball consistently in the NFL. We need to seriously look at him, especially if he comes at a lower price.

Also noticed the Bengals are rumored to be close to trading for Dewayne Robertson from the Jets for a reported 4th and 5th rd. pick!!! Guess his salary demands are the REAL hurdle here. So maybe he's not right for us, but you gotta think he would look good next to Grif if we could fit him under the cap.

[SkinsJock]

... Here are some potential pro bowl safeties.

Must be a strong class of safeties ... in your estimation

[fleetus]

I'll add Wilford to the WR list we should look at. He will definitely cost less than Hackett, has only missed ONE game in his career and is 6'4". I'd say, if we could sign him or Johnson, and let them compete with Caldwell and a draft pick (like Sweed, Devin Johnson and Doucet) for the #2 WR spot, we would be an improved passing team.

[1niksder]

I'll add Wilford to the WR list we should look at.

That's what the Tuna said, then he signed him

[SkinsFreak]

I'll add Wilford to the WR list we should look at.

That's what the Tuna said, then he signed him