Rank the Needs of the Team

[Chico23231]

What should we do..first or what should be the main focus? Nice to have QB not on the list, but with so many contributors on 1 year deals it leaves the roster the ability to be molded once again. It’s kinda strange for a team who ended up in the conference championship game to turn around a face so many personnel decisions.

Trenches, run game, stopping the run, secondary, playmakers…with have needs at every level

I’m hearing that both Ertz and Wagner are returning for another year…so will not address those positions

1. Tackle - even with BC development LT, there seems to be talk among insiders that a move to Guard or RT could be in the works. Also Wylie leaves a lot to be desired at RT. Nothing seems settled with these two starters under contract. Either a free agent at LT or high draftee puts in motion a needed shake along the Oline. Wylie/Coleman could kick inside to cover an injured Cosmi or challenge a limited pass protecting Allegretti.

2. Pass Rusher / Edge Setter at DE - can an aging Fowler who can’t set the edge give us the same sack production again? I think we need an upgrade with a player who can do what they need attacking the QB as well as setting the edge against the run. Getting the right type of player the coaches want could vastly change the approach on along the line. We can’t have Payne playing edge late in the season again.

3. WR - We need a dude who can play outside opposite Terry. McC, Zacheius and the Brown brothers are nice depth at this point, but I would continue to look in both the draft and FA with an aging contributor who can start. Speed, size…both are needed in the WR position. I like bringing back D Brown as depth and in 4 Wide sets, these coaches were the first to get production out of him.

4. RB - B Rob started to go blind with his vision late in the season. We can’t have JD5 as are primary rusher without expecting serious injury. We can upgrade here and a stout starter would completely change the look on offense.


Those are my top 4…I could see other moves at CB, Safety and DT

[AnonEmouse]

Agree that OL and DL are P1, though if we address LT (rd1?) and RT (FA?) then maybe a true every down Edge resolves those 2 problems without looking to replace 2-4 guys. This is where I'm on the fence about Garrett; he could make a massive difference, but will it cost too much?

I don't want us to go big name FA at WR, although Higgins is mighty tempting. I rank CB higher need than WR so I'd be looking at DJ Reed.

There are no FA RB's that excite me, so I say it's a pretty high priority in the draft, especially if Ekeler is done.

So for me it's LT, Edge, CB and RB in that order, with WR close behind. I also wouldn't object to them taking a S in the draft if they're positive about the guy; we need a ball hawk.

[That Guy]

1. 2x OL: LT and either RT or OG
2. at least 1x starting DE (an extra rotation guy would be nice too)
3. 1x CB
4. WR/RB/TE (At least 1 signing)

so that's 5 plus getting back enough of our FAs to field a roster (or find their replacements). If we get like a Chris Godwin value signing or something, that'd be great. I don't think dumping money on Higgins is the best use of cap space. MG depends (greatly) on price. For CB, I'd stay away from ALL the big names that played like complete garbage in 2024 (which is a LOT of them). Maybe the FA from detroit or something.

It all seems pretty doable and the team is in place to make it happen, so here's hoping.

[GridIron26]

Originally Posted by That Guy

1. 2x OL: LT and either RT or OG
2. at least 1x starting DE (an extra rotation guy would be nice too)
3. 1x CB
4. WR/RB/TE (At least 1 signing)

so that's 5 plus getting back enough of our FAs to field a roster (or find their replacements). If we get like a Chris Godwin value signing or something, that'd be great. I don't think dumping money on Higgins is the best use of cap space. MG depends (greatly) on price. For CB, I'd stay away from ALL the big names that played like complete garbage in 2024 (which is a LOT of them). Maybe the FA from detroit or something.

It all seems pretty doable and the team is in place to make it happen, so here's hoping.

Agreed with the list. I would be surprised if Godwin don't resign with Bucs, both even agreed to extend his contract void (his contract would have been void if they didn't). At this point, it's likely we have to go with an aging WR - A. Cooper, Allen or Diggs (not sure if he is worth the headache). Or draft a WR.

[CRedskinsRule]

I guess I'm in the minority but I like Coleman at left tackle I think he played hurt and he played exceptional as a rookie with lots of upside. With the picks that we have, I would get the most dominant defensive end that we can get in round 1, the best guard and WR In rounds two and three. For all the media talk about the offense, except for those five fumbles our offense was able to move against Philadelphia's defense and against pretty much any defense so I don't see OL being a primary need.

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[Schneed10]

Great thread Chico because I think there's an intriguing debate about the top two you listed: what's a bigger need, edge defender or offensive line specifically tackles?

For me I think specifically about what the challenges our biggest NFC competition presents, the Eagles and the Lions, and they both feature very big and athletic offensive lines that can kill you on the edges if you don't have somebody there that can put up a fight and hold the line.

I didn't at all enjoy how our running game completely stalled late in the season and yeah we could absolutely use more push, and I think they'll invest. But I'd argue that we still managed to be a top 10 offense with a mediocre offensive line. Meanwhile our defense got blasted by the Eagles in the playoffs, and looked vulnerable against Jahmyr Gibbs on the edges before saving the day with a bunch of interceptions.

What can I count on occurring again: Jayden Daniels making our line look better than it is, or our defense coming up with 4 INTs to get us past a team like the Lions? I'll bet on Jayden and put more resources into the defensive edges. I'd argue that edge defender is the biggest priority.

[Chico23231]

Originally Posted by Schneed10

Great thread Chico because I think there's an intriguing debate about the top two you listed: what's a bigger need, edge defender or offensive line specifically tackles?

For me I think specifically about what the challenges our biggest NFC competition presents, the Eagles and the Lions, and they both feature very big and athletic offensive lines that can kill you on the edges if you don't have somebody there that can put up a fight and hold the line.

I didn't at all enjoy how our running game completely stalled late in the season and yeah we could absolutely use more push, and I think they'll invest. But I'd argue that we still managed to be a top 10 offense with a mediocre offensive line. Meanwhile our defense got blasted by the Eagles in the playoffs, and looked vulnerable against Jahmyr Gibbs on the edges before saving the day with a bunch of interceptions.

What can I count on occurring again: Jayden Daniels making our line look better than it is, or our defense coming up with 4 INTs to get us past a team like the Lions? I'll bet on Jayden and put more resources into the defensive edges. I'd argue that edge defender is the biggest priority.

Makes senses…they are gonna address it and I think it gonna be a prong approach unless they make the big move for Garrett. I think they will lean towards a vet who can do both and spend a pick there. Would not be shocked if we see another cowboy vet on a one year deal here…d law

[punch it in]

OL or DL is first based on bpa in draft or free agency. If it is DL go run stopper or edge rusher again based on bpa. All three are 1, 1A, 1 AA.
Than secondary. Corner or Safety. Lattimore is the big unknown. I didn’t like what I saw from him at all and wish we could get our picks back but….

TE, RB, WR would all be nice but with Jayden our offense is in good hands and those skill positions are a luxury. Fix the trenches. Fix the secondary. Immediately.

[Redskins247]

I agree that Edge/DE is THE biggest need. Even if the Browns decided to trade Garrett, I'm still on the fence with that because the cost would be huge, but it would be an instant fix plugging him in...and that would allow you to go best player in the draft with that first pick, and they could always draft another one as well. OL at every position needs depth for sure...I would expect a couple of free agents signed as well as drafted. After that CB and RB and WR are the other obvious needs.

[mooby]

https://x.com/JPFinlayNBCS/status/1894189649125351794

Great line from Daniel Jeremiah as it pertains to our offseason strategy.

"You gotta shop at the hardware store before you go to the toy store." Guessing o/d-line will be the focus.

[Chico23231]

With us seemingly moving on from Allen, there are decent options in FA to replace him.

[Defensewins]

Our #1 need is a DE that can stop the run. A stout physical DE that will not get run over. Our biggest weakness.
Fortunately the best one in NFL Myles Garrett might be available. Unfortunately for us it might mean selling the farm. I’m not sure I want to do that. Could we trade Jonathan Allen and pick(s) for Myles Garrett? Wishful thinking.
Drafting DE Alfred Collins might work.

Our #2 need is OL and I would love to get a mauler like Mehki Becton and keep him at guard. He is a FA.

DB’s is our #3 need and there are plenty.

[mooby]

Originally Posted by Chico23231

With us seemingly moving on from Allen, there are decent options in FA to replace him.

Guessing they already like what they've seen from Johnny Newton, I assume we'll sign or draft a low rounder for depth but I think defensive end is a bigger priority for the d-line.

[skinsfan69]

1. Pass rusher, either DT or DE. We need a Jalen Carter type. Garrett would be nice.
2. MLB. Appreciate what Wagner has done but the last two games he was exposed.
3. O-line. Don't like Coleman at LT. Slide him down and get a true LT.
4. Corner. Can't count on Lattimore. Need another guy in there to go w/ #0.

[SkinsGuru]

1) BIG DT
2) DE
3) OT
4) MLB
5) RB
6) CB
7) WR