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We have drafted so many the past couple years, but if they think he is an upgrade why not.
Was looking like Melton would take over the starting spot across from murphy bunting
I really need to see something from Max this camp.
 

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I feel for Melton being demoted to #4 if this happens (if he can't beat out SMB), and don't love Elijah Jones basically being considered a wasted pick at that point, but we have an out on Murphy-Bunting's contract in 2026 and he could be an easy cap casualty for us.
I think that is harsh words, Solar. I thought Melton showed promise late last season, and we have no idea what Elijah Jones can do. I liked him in the draft, and obviously Gannon has plans with him. That is not to say that I don’t agree with your overall point, though. I also hope that they sign Samuel. You can never have enough quality.
 

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I think that is harsh words, Solar. I thought Melton showed promise late last season, and we have no idea what Elijah Jones can do. I liked him in the draft, and obviously Gannon has plans with him. That is not to say that I don’t agree with your overall point, though. I also hope that they sign Samuel. You can never have enough quality.
I have a hard time criticizing any secondary selections when the HC has a track record of being the best DB coach in the league. I will at least give benefit of doubt until prove otherwise
 

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I have a hard time criticizing any secondary selections when the HC has a track record of being the best DB coach in the league. I will at least give benefit of doubt until prove otherwise
Yep. No call to write Melton off yet. That said, he needs to step up and start this year, or that's a waste of a 2nd-round pick. I would not sign a veteran CB at this point. He needs to play, and needs to be starting. No sense blocking his path to doing so.
 

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I'm surprised about the apprehension from people here. Murphy-Bunting really doesn't have any business being a #1 CB, not even really a #2. Williams is good in the slot. I view Samuel as an upgrade.

I feel for Melton being demoted to #4 if this happens (if he can't beat out SMB), and don't love Elijah Jones basically being considered a wasted pick at that point, but we have an out on Murphy-Bunting's contract in 2026 and he could be an easy cap casualty for us.
MB’s contract would be very costly to cut. Won’t happen.
 

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