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[QUOTE=WCommandersfan99;1374054]You would have a rookie on a rookie contract and give Hendrickson the big deal. Quite plausible. Getting a rookie is an unknown. Hendrickson is an absolute proven stud sack machine at a super important position of need. I cannot emphasize enough how important a pass rushing def end is in the NFL. Hendrickson has missed 1 start in the last 5 years. Make it happen.[/QUOTE]The reason I said you can't have both is because in order to get Hendrickson you would have to trade away your first or second round pick which would take away the impact rookie you are saying to get. Glad AP is in charge!

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;1374059]The reason I said you can't have both is because in order to get Hendrickson you would have to trade away your first or second round pick which would take away the impact rookie you are saying to get.[/quote]Do I really need to explain this to you? If you trade the 1st, you get the defensive playmaker with the 2nd rd pick and vice versa. There will be dudes available to meet this criteria. You may need to start your draft homework asap with it getting closer since you think that's not plausible. There have been countless defensive studs and playmakers drafted in the 2nd round. Using a 1st round pick is not a requirement to get one.

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[QUOTE=WCommandersfan99;1374060]Do I really need to explain this to you? If you trade the 1st, you get the defensive playmaker with the 2nd rd pick and vice versa. There will be dudes available to meet this criteria. You may need to start your draft homework asap with it getting closer since you think that's not plausible. There have been countless defensive studs and playmakers drafted in the 2nd round. Using a 1st round pick is not a requirement to get one.[/QUOTE]again, I am glad AP is our GM. 1st, I trust him not to give up a 1st plus for an 30 year old overpay. (at best we would give up the 2nd). 2nd, I trust him to find a blue chip player at 29, or trade and make pick 29 into two and still get a blue chip in the top of the 2nd plus get a pick back either in this draft or next.

If there was a trade to be made for Hendrickson I think AP would have made it, but with 2 weeks to go, I think they are content with getting top talent in the draft.

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;1374064]again, I am glad AP is our GM. 1st, I trust him not to give up a 1st plus for an 30 year old overpay. (at best we would give up the 2nd). 2nd, I trust him to find a blue chip player at 29, or trade and make pick 29 into two and still get a blue chip in the top of the 2nd plus get a pick back either in this draft or next.

If there was a trade to be made for Hendrickson I think AP would have made it, but with 2 weeks to go, I think they are content with getting top talent in the draft.

Sent from my SM-S711U using Tapatalk[/quote]You know very well that we could get an additional defensive playmaker in the 1st or 2nd rd and acquire Hendrickson. An overpay????? He lead the NFL in sacks last season and had 17.5 the year before that. He is a bonafide star and extremely durable at only 30. I'm also glad AP is the gm but we can have get both under my scenario easily.

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If there is someone worth gunning for it is TJ Watt if Pittsburgh cant make him happy due to a potential Aaron Rodgers cost. The risk here is that TJ Watt could be just as easily traded to the eagles. No idea on trade value but Id think it would be our 2nd+ or our 1st and get some change back. TJ Watt can stop the run, Hendrickson cant. The problem is they are both 30 and want 35-40M a year which is insane.
My guess is we draft a guy and grab an old vet who gets cut to make room for one of these young draftees. To me, unless it is Watt, you arent solving the run defense problem. We learned last year you can generate sacks via scheme if you have too. Not as easy to stop the run without big boys or guys know know how to set an edge and form tackle. Watt would be a dream trade in my eyes. Also an attitude fit

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;1374064]again, I am glad AP is our GM. 1st, I trust him not to give up a 1st plus for an 30 year old overpay. (at best we would give up the 2nd). 2nd, I trust him to find a blue chip player at 29, or trade and make pick 29 into two and still get a blue chip in the top of the 2nd plus get a pick back either in this draft or next.

If there was a trade to be made for Hendrickson I think AP would have made it, but with 2 weeks to go, I think they are content with getting top talent in the draft.

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I agree. Hendrickson seems to be weak vs. the run and he wants a huge payday?
Pass!

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I think they are done making splash moves involving draft picks. I was on board with every trade they made but at some point they need to build through the draft and not spend a high pick and a lot of cap space on 30 year olds.

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Yep, splash moves imply players and/or picks, and we have few of the latter. Of the former, who do we have that someone would come sniffing around, that we'd be prepared to trade? I can't think of anyone. Draft then a few more FA's. As long as we get a top edge, every other pickup will be depth or icing on the cake.

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Draft is over. There’s still free agents out there. Will we take another dip into free agency to find a player to fill a need, like edge? Maybe a one year deal? Or we are done with player acquisition for 2025.

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[quote=88Commanders00;1374439]Draft is over. There’s still free agents out there. Will we take another dip into free agency to find a player to fill a need, like edge? Maybe a one year deal? Or we are done with player acquisition for 2025.[/quote]Any playmakers on defense can help and should be sought. Still bummed edge was not addressed in the draft. One of the few things I've disagreed with Peters on. Also not thrilled after losing Fowler Jr. to Dallas as he put up 10.5 sacks last year. Offense should be great. Defense needs more pieces.

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gibbs 2 had 3-6 sack DEs and still had a great D (good back 7). Not saying its ideal, but it can still work if we're done adding players this year.

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We can't be done. Unlikely to pick up a game changer at edge in remaining FA's but there is probably at least 1 guy that will be better than what's on the roster. Not seeing many moves for edge in UDFA which is a bit puzzling. Should be scouring for a diamond in the rough.

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We just replaced Gonzalez with Matt Gay

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[QUOTE=88Commanders00;1374439]Draft is over. There’s still free agents out there. Will we take another dip into free agency to find a player to fill a need, like edge? Maybe a one year deal? Or we are done with player acquisition for 2025.[/QUOTE]

I don't think they are ever done trying to improve the roster. I'm sure there will be several more additions in the coming months.

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[quote=WCommandersfan99;1374440]Any playmakers on defense can help and should be sought. Still bummed edge was not addressed in the draft. One of the few things I've disagreed with Peters on. Also not thrilled after losing Fowler Jr. to Dallas as he put up 10.5 sacks last year. Offense should be great. Defense needs more pieces.[/quote]

Until we get those missing pieces, we aren’t getting by the best in the nfc.

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[QUOTE=88Commanders00;1374451]Until we get those missing pieces, we aren’t getting by the best in the nfc.[/QUOTE]we will be the best in the nfc. the offense will rock, and our back 7 will be elite.

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;1374452]we will be the best in the nfc. the offense will rock, and our back 7 will be elite.

Sent from my SM-S711U using Tapatalk[/quote]Hope this is correct, but I agree with 88 that more was needed on defense especially edge. There were opportunities to do so also. Those are far more limited now. Time will tell.

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[QUOTE=WCommandersfan99;1374453]Hope this is correct, but I agree with 88 that more was needed on defense especially edge. There were opportunities to do so also. Those are far more limited now. Time will tell.[/QUOTE]I doubt Peters is done but regardless no team has elite players at every position. Football is ultimately about the team, and I absolutely trust this team to be in sync from game 1.

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[quote=88Commanders00;1374439]Draft is over. There’s still free agents out there. Will we take another dip into free agency to find a player to fill a need, like edge? Maybe a one year deal? Or we are done with player acquisition for 2025.[/quote]

Need an edge

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We have an edge. His name is Jayden Fucking Daniels.

My goodness, we went to the NFC Championship game last year and all of the sudden not having an elite defensive edge (which we didn't have last year either) is going to tank our season.

Unless you don't like getting Tunsil (which I submit makes you insane) or getting Deebo (worth the risk imo, but I can see the argument against it), we had a fantastic draft.

Replace Deebo with an Edge pick available at that slot in the draft, I'd bet most of us would take Deebo.

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[QUOTE=sdskinsfan2001;1374457]We have an edge. His name is Jayden Fucking Daniels.

My goodness, we went to the NFC Championship game last year and all of the sudden not having an elite defensive edge (which we didn't have last year either) is going to tank our season.

Unless you don't like getting Tunsil (which I submit makes you insane) or getting Deebo (worth the risk imo, but I can see the argument against it), we had a fantastic draft.

Replace Deebo with an Edge pick available at that slot in the draft, I'd bet most of us would take Deebo.[/QUOTE]


Preach!

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I don't think anyone would suggest we aren't in a good place or that we should 2nd guess the trades and picks at this point. For me, I'm disappointed we didn't address edge because we need much improved run D and the ability to pressure QB's. Ideally we trade back from #29, pick up one of the last quality edge guys and address OL with a lesser pick (even pick up Connerly later if he dropped?). But most likely the quality of trade wasn't up to what AP saw as value, and in that I'd trust him. Let's see what he can get with the remaining FA and UDFA pool.

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Keep in mind 4 preferred edge rushers, including Jack Sawyer, went off the board literally right before our 4th round pick. if the Steelers took Sanders there, we probably take an edge. As it is Lane looks to be a steal for our team.

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;1374481]Keep in mind 4 preferred edge rushers, including Jack Sawyer, went off the board literally right before our 4th round pick. if the Steelers took Sanders there, we probably take an edge. As it is Lane looks to be a steal for our team.

Sent from my SM-S711U using Tapatalk[/quote]Bradyn Swinson was available for us in the 4th rd for an edge. 2nd team All-SEC, 8.5 sacks, 13 TFL last year. This was who I wanted in the 4th rd, so a talented edge was available. Peters went in a different direction.

[url]https://www.nfl.com/prospects/bradyn-swinson/32005357-4954-0693-77b5-b77b8ec24fbb[/url]

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[quote=AnonEmouse;1374472]I don't think anyone would suggest we aren't in a good place or that we should 2nd guess the trades and picks at this point. For me, I'm disappointed we didn't address edge because we need much improved run D and the ability to pressure QB's. Ideally we trade back from #29, pick up one of the last quality edge guys and address OL with a lesser pick (even pick up Connerly later if he dropped?). But most likely the quality of trade wasn't up to what AP saw as value, and in that I'd trust him. Let's see what he can get with the remaining FA and UDFA pool.[/quote]

Yup

I don’t have criticism of the draft, but we still need a pass rusher for the team at this moment. Certainly FA available or possibly an upcoming cut player would help.

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[QUOTE=WCommandersfan99;1374482]Bradyn Swinson was available for us in the 4th rd for an edge. 2nd team All-SEC, 8.5 sacks, 13 TFL last year. This was who I wanted in the 4th rd, so a talented edge was available. Peters went in a different direction.



[url]https://www.nfl.com/prospects/bradyn-swinson/32005357-4954-0693-77b5-b77b8ec24fbb[/url][/QUOTE]An edge who lasted till round 5 vs their top rated ST returner per AP(also a position of need). I will trust AP and DQ's evaluation and decision. If we were going to get an impact player at EDGE it would have been at 61 or before.

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;1374484]An edge who lasted till round 5 vs their top rated ST returner per AP(also a position of need). I will trust AP and DQ's evaluation and decision. If we were going to get an impact player at EDGE it would have been at 61 or before.

Sent from my SM-S711U using Tapatalk[/quote]We all have to trust AP's decision and we will, but this is one of the few I disagreed with. We already got Deebo Samuel and Michael Gallup Jr. and he used a 3rd rounder on McCaffrey last year. Edge was far more of a need than wr. Defense wins championships not more wrs when you're already solid in this area.

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[QUOTE=WCommandersfan99;1374486]We all have to trust AP's decision and we will, but this is one of the few I disagreed with. We already got Deebo Samuel and Michael Gallup Jr. and he used a 3rd rounder on McCaffrey last year. Edge was far more of a need than wr. Defense wins championships not more wrs when you're already solid in this area.[/QUOTE]We know AP chooses highly athletic players so I looked up Swinson's RAS score, and maybe - for good or bad - it had something to do with them passing on it.

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;1374487]We know AP chooses highly athletic players so I looked up Swinson's RAS score, and maybe - for good or bad - it had something to do with them passing on it.

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Sent from my SM-S711U using Tapatalk[/quote]I am still quite excited about Lane. Kid is FAST and is a legit threat on returns also. It's not that I have an issue with nabbing Lane. It's just that I'm frustrated about edge being avoided when more resources have already been put into the offense this offseason.

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[quote=WCommandersfan99;1374486]We all have to trust AP's decision and we will, but this is one of the few I disagreed with. We already got Deebo Samuel and Michael Gallup Jr. and he used a 3rd rounder on McCaffrey last year. Edge was far more of a need than wr. Defense wins championships not more wrs when you're already solid in this area.[/quote]

I loved the Deebo trade but he is signed for 1 season and we don't know if he will sign here again. He also comes with injury risk. Gallop came off his couch and is a solid depth piece but nothing more. McCaffery at this point has proven nothing.

I don't see any way this group could be considered solid before the draft. I'm also pretty thrilled that AP drafted the best player and did not reach to fill a more immediate need and you should be as well.

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[quote=Darrell Green Fan;1374516]I loved the Deebo trade but he is signed for 1 season and we don't know if he will sign here again. He also comes with injury risk. Gallop came off his couch and is a solid depth piece but nothing more. McCaffery at this point has proven nothing.

I don't see any way this group could be considered solid before the draft. I'm also pretty thrilled that AP drafted the best player and did not reach to fill a more immediate need and you should be as well.[/quote]Deebo is only 29 years old and can sign a new deal in the offseason. He is hurt some but it's overblown his reputation here. For the most part he is healthy and flat out produces for a long time. Dude is a stud. Gallup is also only 29 years old and retired before. He also produces when he plays. He's not going to be asked to be a 1 or 2. We already have a bonafide star and 1 with McClaurin. McCaffrey didn't get a lot of opportunities last year but all reports are highly optimistic. Kid is tough and has hands:

[url]https://riggosrag.com/luke-mccaffrey-is-ready-to-explode-commanders-insider-sees-it-coming[/url]

[url]https://atozsports.com/nfl/washington-commanders-news/washington-commanders-signed-shockingly-talented-undrafted-free-agent-that-rest-of-the-nfl-forgot-to-draft-jacorey-brooks/[/url]

Jacorey Brooks also could get in the mix and was inexplicably not drafted. Noah Brown is back also and is decently productive. Think he can be moreso with the Deebo acquisition.

I have said before in this forum that I don't mind getting Lane but would have preferred Swinson. No one knows who the better player is of the 2 so it is premature for you to assert that. What we do know is edge and defense were more of a need than wr.

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[QUOTE=WCommandersfan99;1374517]Deebo is only 29 years old and can sign a new deal in the offseason. He is hurt some but it's overblown his reputation here. For the most part he is healthy and flat out produces for a long time. Dude is a stud. Gallup is also only 29 years old and retired before. He also produces when he plays. He's not going to be asked to be a 1 or 2. We already have a bonafide star and 1 with McClaurin. McCaffrey didn't get a lot of opportunities last year but all reports are highly optimistic. Kid is tough and has hands:



[url]https://riggosrag.com/luke-mccaffrey-is-ready-to-explode-commanders-insider-sees-it-coming[/url]



[url]https://atozsports.com/nfl/washington-commanders-news/washington-commanders-signed-shockingly-talented-undrafted-free-agent-that-rest-of-the-nfl-forgot-to-draft-jacorey-brooks/[/url]



Jacorey Brooks also could get in the mix and was inexplicably not drafted. Noah Brown is back also and is decently productive. Think he can be moreso with the Deebo acquisition.



I have said before in this forum that I don't mind getting Lane but would have preferred Swinson. No one knows who the better player is of the 2 so it is premature for you to assert that. What we do know is edge and defense were more of a need than wr.[/QUOTE]I disagree about Lane vs Swinson. At best Swinson will be a rotational line player, Lane has every chance to be an explosive return player immediately (a definite need like edge), and develop into a swiss army knife offensive player who can cut through defenses. Now either one of them could prove to be higher or lower than their prevdraft expectations but on the face of it Lane meets a specific need AND provides a projected explosive element that Swinson does not.

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;1374520]I disagree about Lane vs Swinson. At best Swinson will be a rotational line player, Lane has every chance to be an explosive return player immediately (a definite need like edge), and develop into a swiss army knife offensive player who can cut through defenses. Now either one of them could prove to be higher or lower than their prevdraft expectations but on the face of it Lane meets a specific need AND provides a projected explosive element that Swinson does not.

Sent from my SM-S711U using Tapatalk[/quote]Why do you feel Swinson can only be a rotational line player? NFL Draft Buzz had him going as high as potentially the 2nd round. 2nd rounders don't get drafted for rotations. They get drafted to start. His strength is pass rushing who has the frame to be a great run stopper also.

Please read the article below on him:

[url]https://www.nfldraftbuzz.com/Player/Bradyn-Swinson-DE-Oregon[/url]

[B]The versatility he's shown - working stunts, dropping in coverage, even spying athletic quarterbacks - gives defensive coordinators a chess piece they can move around the formation. Put him in the right scheme, and [U]you're looking at an impact player who should hear his name called in the late second round.[/U]

Smart money's on Swinson outplaying his draft position. [/B]

Lane is fast. This isn't college though. His stats in the mediocre ACC were pretty average around 500 yds rec/season. Our new udfa wr Ja'Corey Brooks had 1,000 alone in 1 season last year.

Please don't come crying to me when our defense isn't good enough to win the SB next year. Jayden and the offense will be great, but barring more changes defense won't be good enough.

Re: Commanders 2025 Offseason ThreadThe versatility he's shown - working stunts, dropping in coverage, even spying athletic quarterbacks - gives defen
 

[QUOTE=WCommandersfan99;1374521]Why do you feel Swinson can only be a rotational line player? NFL Draft Buzz had him going as high as potentially the 2nd round. 2nd rounders don't get drafted for rotations. They get drafted to start. His strength is pass rushing who has the frame to be a great run stopper also.



Please read the article below on him:



[url]https://www.nfldraftbuzz.com/Player/Bradyn-Swinson-DE-Oregon[/url]



[B]The versatility he's shown - working stunts, dropping in coverage, even spying athletic quarterbacks - gives defensive coordinators a chess piece they can move around the formation. Put him in the right scheme, and [U]you're looking at an impact player who should hear his name called in the late second round.[/U]



Smart money's on Swinson outplaying his draft position. [/B]



Lane is fast. This isn't college though. His stats in the mediocre ACC were pretty average around 500 yds rec/season. Our new udfa wr Ja'Corey Brooks had 1,000 alone in 1 season last year.



Please don't come crying to me when our defense isn't good enough to win the SB next year. Jayden and the offense will be great, but barring more changes defense won't be good enough.[/QUOTE]It's funny [a little revisionism to follow] take away 3 offensive turnovers at critical junctures in the NFCCG and we win that game. [/revisionism] Dyami is gone and our offense will be better because of the additions.

As for Swinson, in 4 rounds 19 edge rushers were picked by 19 different FO before our pick. AP said that Lane was our top rated punt returner.

We have 3 of our last 10 first round picks still on our team. We need talent first and foremost, not reaching for the 22nd edge rusher. That said, I do believe AP and crew will bring in a veteran edge on a 1 or 2 year deal. Keep in mind 20 teams brought in rookie edge rushers, that likely means an overpaid but productive vet will become available in the next wave of FA.

And from your referenced link:
[QUOTE] Smart money's on Swinson outplaying his draft position. His senior year jump wasn't just about opportunity - it was about development. The raw tools have been refined into real skills, and his rapid improvement curve suggests he's still ascending. A creative defensive coordinator who can [B]protect him from heavy run-game duties[/B] early will be getting a pass rush specialist who could develop into an every-down force by year two.[/QUOTE]
So we should have jumped our draft board for an rookie edge rusher who is a liability in the run? Saquon agrees.

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[quote=CRedskinsRule;1374522]It's funny [a little revisionism to follow] take away 3 offensive turnovers at critical junctures in the NFCCG and we win that game. [/revisionism] Dyami is gone and our offense will be better because of the additions.

As for Swinson, in 4 rounds 19 edge rushers were picked by 19 different FO before our pick. AP said that Lane was our top rated punt returner.

We have 3 of our last 10 first round picks still on our team. We need talent first and foremost, not reaching for the 22nd edge rusher. That said, I do believe AP and crew will bring in a veteran edge on a 1 or 2 year deal. Keep in mind 20 teams brought in rookie edge rushers, that likely means an overpaid but productive vet will become available in the next wave of FA.

And from your referenced link:

So we should have jumped our draft board for an rookie edge rusher who is a liability in the run? Saquon agrees.

Sent from my SM-S711U using Tapatalk[/quote]The receivers were already addressed with Deebo (upgrade), a healthy Brown, a more seasoned and ascending McCaffrey, and even Brooks who everyone was incredulous was not drafted. Also Ertz and Sinnot may be ready to go now also. Both are known for pass catching tight ends. Ertz is just proven but Sinnot has potential and tools galore. We did NOT need any more receivers.

What we did needed and still need unfortunately is an edge. I'm all for BPA philosophy but not after 1 unit was sufficiently addressed (offense) moreso than the defense. You know VERY well that Lane will not start. I wouldn't even be surprised if he doesn't play a lot. He may return punts sure but again speed isn't everything. Production is. We had a far greater NEED that was neglected in this draft.

Swinson may not start year 1 but his strength is pass rushing. He also could evolve into a strong run defender. I want SEC dudes especially on defense. He's not a liability against the rush. The article I referenced rated him at 80% for rush defense which clearly indicates not a liability. Actually the article states he could be a FORCE in a STARTING position by year 2. He can get bigger and likely will to aid with the rush defense. It's just that he's better at pass rushing grading out at 98% here. He is a superb athlete. Players with this type of athleticism and tools (high motor, great moves, sacks, TFL, etc.) are very difficult to find. This is what we needed especially with the loss of Fowler Jr. and his 10.5 sacks. Offense was added to and defense was taken from not only in FA but the draft also.

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Just recall this back and forth. Lotta hot air for a player or two just may not make much impacts lol... will be funny to recall one day

I'm fine without drafting swinson at this spot. I trust AP just fine.

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getting on a pedestal for the 22nd rated edge guy is weird. no one knows how the future will unfold, but saying we're good at WR based on mccaffrey and sinnot showing absolutely nothing last year is really confusing. Sure they could be better this year, or not.

would a 4th round rookie that's a liability against the run and not the most athletic REALLY be pegged as a starter? You're all for BPA except when the GM actually goes BPA. The team is trying to win NOW. Lane helps them NOW.

Random guy on internet says he could be good. COULD. If he matched your ad pitch, he wouldn't have made it to the 4th round. Also, how was the defense taken away from in the draft? +starting CB, +safety/LB hybrid depth = making the defense worse?? I don't follow.

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TBF on Sinnott and McCaffrey, staff have said they were very happy with Sinnott but Ertz surprised them with how much he could still do so dominated playing time, and film shows McCaffrey getting open a lot but it looks like Daniels didn't see/trust him. That can be worked on and nobody on staff etc. are saying he's not capable (not that they would at this stage though).

But totally agree, taking BPA over need there makes total sense, AP has made good picks so far and as plenty have said, every chance a quality Edge FA is going to be available between now and the season. No reason not to trust the process.

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I'm not going to go on about the 4th rd selection anymore. Clearly I would have preferred defense as I feel at is was not addressed enough so far this offseason. Eagles easily had the best team defense last year by a wide margin in their Super Bowl season. Fans can talk about Hurts, Barkley, and Brown all day but their defense was dominant. I don't feel ours is good enough for 2025 for the ultimate goal. Hope I'm wrong.

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[quote=WCommandersfan99;1374534]I'm not going to go on about the 4th rd selection anymore. Clearly I would have preferred defense as I feel at is was not addressed enough so far this offseason. Eagles easily had the best team defense last year by a wide margin in their Super Bowl season. Fans can talk about Hurts, Barkley, and Brown all day but their defense was dominant. I don't feel ours is good enough for 2025 for the ultimate goal. Hope I'm wrong.[/quote]

totally agree

i am actual setting the expectation that we are not going to go as far next year

i think its a great team and it is building

all those close games at the end of the year ; if they have gone a different
way our expectations for this year be a bit different

i hope i am wrong too!