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I think it's a good time to have a discussion regarding the top needs going into the 2016 season, be it draft or FA. We've seen over the years that it's impossible to fill all our deficiencies in one offseason, so let's assume there are 5 dire needs that we have and go from there. Let's also be specific in regards to position, rather than say offensive line, let's name positions.
My top 5 list, in order:
Quarterback. I think this one will be unanimous, we need a good young QB, period. I'm of the opinion that drafting two would be wise.
Offensive Tackle. The Newton resigning has turned out to be a big mistake, and regardless of what he's paid, he needs to be replaced. Maybe he can stick around as depth until it makes financial sense to cut him, but he doesn't need to be starting. The Brown injury also pushes this need to the near the top. We'd probably be smart to address this relatively early in the draft and also either add a FA or draft another later.
Running Back. Foster is likely done as a bell cow guy. He may be done as a Texan. None of our other guys are dynamic. I would much prefer this as a draft acquisition, for obvious reasons.
Strong Safety. Someone with range against tight ends, able to play the flats quickly, and physical enough to play in the box is sorely needed.
Middle Linebacker. McKinney looks like he'll be a serviceable inside player, but he can't cover. Neither can Cushing. We need someone who can play nickel LB.
After these 5, offensive and defensive line are the positions I would look to improve and add depth at.
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My top 5 list, in order:
Quarterback. I think this one will be unanimous, we need a good young QB, period. I'm of the opinion that drafting two would be wise.
Offensive Tackle. The Newton resigning has turned out to be a big mistake, and regardless of what he's paid, he needs to be replaced. Maybe he can stick around as depth until it makes financial sense to cut him, but he doesn't need to be starting. The Brown injury also pushes this need to the near the top. We'd probably be smart to address this relatively early in the draft and also either add a FA or draft another later.
Running Back. Foster is likely done as a bell cow guy. He may be done as a Texan. None of our other guys are dynamic. I would much prefer this as a draft acquisition, for obvious reasons.
Strong Safety. Someone with range against tight ends, able to play the flats quickly, and physical enough to play in the box is sorely needed.
Middle Linebacker. McKinney looks like he'll be a serviceable inside player, but he can't cover. Neither can Cushing. We need someone who can play nickel LB.
After these 5, offensive and defensive line are the positions I would look to improve and add depth at.
Mods: feel free to move this to the general section of the forum if you feel it best placed there.
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