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I am assuming that Steve Keim reaches agreement with both Fitz and Dockett, and that he resigns Dan Williams at NT. I would then use Free Agency to set up my draft by signing:
(JUSTIN DURANT, OLB, Cowboys)-----Durant recorded 49 tackles, 4 passes defended, and 2 forced fumbles in his first 6 games before tearing a bicep and going to IR for the remainder of 2014. The Cowboys might not bring him back because fellow impending free agent linebackers, Rolando McClain, and Bruce Carter are both younger and probably have more value to the team than the 29 year old Durant. In addition, standout linebacker Sean Lee will be returning from injury, and Anthony Hitchens had a very strong rookie season.
Durant, (a potential starter), could play either strong or weakside in a 4-3 scheme, or on the inside in a 3-4 scheme like the Cardinals play. He would enhance the coverage in our base scheme, yet still be available to blitz from an OLB position when we play 4 down linemen. He would make a great compliment to Daryl Washington, who will join the roster at some point in 2015
At a likely rate of $2.5 or $3 million for a 1-2 year deal, he would be well worth taking a chance on for a team in need of a starting ILB.
(JUSTIN FORSETT, RB, Ravens)-----Likely the best bargain among the FA Running Backs, 2014 was Forsett's best year as a pro. He rushed for a 5th best, 1266 yards, and for 8 touchdowns. He also caught 44 passes for 263 yards. At 29, Forsett will likely not be valued as a top tier RB by the Ravens with the return of Ray Rice. Forsett is unlikely to garner a salary of more than $3.5 million per year.
(VIRGIL GREEN, TE, Broncos)-----A role player for Denver, (a team loaded with offensive passing weapons), Green made himself into the 4th best blocking TE in the NFL in order to secure a position with the Broncos. He came out of Nevada in 2011 heralded for his athleticism and his receiving skills. With a 4.64 forty, and a 42.5 vertical, he was one of the top performers in the 2011 combine. He was seldom used as a receiver for the Broncos. Unlikely to get a big offer from the Broncos, due to the large number of veteran contracts on their roster, Green could be available for around $2 million per year, AND could well outperform his contract. He would make an excellent compliment to Fells and Niklas on the Cardinals roster.
THE DRAFT:
RD-1 VICK BEASLEY, 3-4OLB, Clemson, 6-3, 235, 4.69 forty. In 2014 he recorded 11 sacks, 32 tackles (21.5 for a loss), 2 passed batted, and 3 forced fumbles. Beasley was very consistent with his sacks, recording them in the vast majority of his games, (including 6 straight). He is projected to go in rounds 1-2.
RD-2 LA'EL COLLINS, G/OT, LSU, 6-5, 321, 5'40 forty. In 2014 Collins was a reliable pass-protector AND run-blocker for the Tigers. Some supporters have him as a top 10 pick, but most feel that he should play guard or RT in the NFL. He played LT in 2013 and was extremely impressive. He protected QB Zack Mettenberger very well, and he did well in the run game too, showing the ability to be a 'plus' run-blocker. He is projected to go in late round 1 to round 2.
RD-3 JAKE RYAN, ILB, Michigan, 6-3, 236, 4.73 forty. In 2014 he totaled 112 tackles, (14 for a loss), 2 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, 1 interception, and 3 passes broken up. Still, he wasn't the same players that he was in 2012 when he was Michigan's best defensive player. He tore an ACL in spring practice of 2013, and missed the entire season, returning in 2014 to a less stellar year than he had in 2012. He is projected to go in rounds 3-4.
RD-4 MARCUS PETERS, CB, Washington, 6-0, 190, 4.55 forty. The coaches kicked Peters off the team for multiple run-ins with the new coaching staff after just a couple of games in 2014. Sources say that this will cost him early selection in the draft. In and abbreviated 2014, he had an excellent game against Stanford, and against ASU, he covered Jaelen Strong better than any other DB this season. He has the quickness and agility to maintain coverage. If the Cards can do with him like they did with Mathieu, he could be a real find. He is projected to go in rounds 3-4.
RD-5 ANTWAN GOODLEY, WR, Baylor, 5-11, 220, 4.50 forty. He was slowed by a quad injury in 2014 and missed 2 games completely. Not tall, and built thickly, he could be a nice slot receiver in the NFL who could stretch the field. He could also be a special teams player. He is expected to go in rounds 4-6.
RD-6 CODY FAJARDO, QB, Nevada, 6-2, 215, 4.72 forty. Fajardo has been solid for Nevada for the past three seasons. In 2014 he completed 60% of his passes for 2498 yards, 18 TDs and 11 ints. In 2013 he completed 68% of his passes for 2666 yards, 13 TDs and 3 ints. In 2012 he completed 67% of his passes for 2786 yards, 20 TDs, and 9 ints. He has been accurate the whole time. He is projected to go in rounds 5-7.
RD-7 SPENCER ROTH, P, Baylor, 6-5, 220. Roth had an excellent Junior season in 2013 with 46 yards per punt,and a long of 72 yards. In 2014, the Bears didn't punt nearly as often, and since he was pinning the ball more often, his average was significantly smaller at 43.3 yards per punt with a long of 69 yards. He would be a great catch to compete with Dave Zastudil for punting honors.
(JUSTIN DURANT, OLB, Cowboys)-----Durant recorded 49 tackles, 4 passes defended, and 2 forced fumbles in his first 6 games before tearing a bicep and going to IR for the remainder of 2014. The Cowboys might not bring him back because fellow impending free agent linebackers, Rolando McClain, and Bruce Carter are both younger and probably have more value to the team than the 29 year old Durant. In addition, standout linebacker Sean Lee will be returning from injury, and Anthony Hitchens had a very strong rookie season.
Durant, (a potential starter), could play either strong or weakside in a 4-3 scheme, or on the inside in a 3-4 scheme like the Cardinals play. He would enhance the coverage in our base scheme, yet still be available to blitz from an OLB position when we play 4 down linemen. He would make a great compliment to Daryl Washington, who will join the roster at some point in 2015
At a likely rate of $2.5 or $3 million for a 1-2 year deal, he would be well worth taking a chance on for a team in need of a starting ILB.
(JUSTIN FORSETT, RB, Ravens)-----Likely the best bargain among the FA Running Backs, 2014 was Forsett's best year as a pro. He rushed for a 5th best, 1266 yards, and for 8 touchdowns. He also caught 44 passes for 263 yards. At 29, Forsett will likely not be valued as a top tier RB by the Ravens with the return of Ray Rice. Forsett is unlikely to garner a salary of more than $3.5 million per year.
(VIRGIL GREEN, TE, Broncos)-----A role player for Denver, (a team loaded with offensive passing weapons), Green made himself into the 4th best blocking TE in the NFL in order to secure a position with the Broncos. He came out of Nevada in 2011 heralded for his athleticism and his receiving skills. With a 4.64 forty, and a 42.5 vertical, he was one of the top performers in the 2011 combine. He was seldom used as a receiver for the Broncos. Unlikely to get a big offer from the Broncos, due to the large number of veteran contracts on their roster, Green could be available for around $2 million per year, AND could well outperform his contract. He would make an excellent compliment to Fells and Niklas on the Cardinals roster.
THE DRAFT:
RD-1 VICK BEASLEY, 3-4OLB, Clemson, 6-3, 235, 4.69 forty. In 2014 he recorded 11 sacks, 32 tackles (21.5 for a loss), 2 passed batted, and 3 forced fumbles. Beasley was very consistent with his sacks, recording them in the vast majority of his games, (including 6 straight). He is projected to go in rounds 1-2.
RD-2 LA'EL COLLINS, G/OT, LSU, 6-5, 321, 5'40 forty. In 2014 Collins was a reliable pass-protector AND run-blocker for the Tigers. Some supporters have him as a top 10 pick, but most feel that he should play guard or RT in the NFL. He played LT in 2013 and was extremely impressive. He protected QB Zack Mettenberger very well, and he did well in the run game too, showing the ability to be a 'plus' run-blocker. He is projected to go in late round 1 to round 2.
RD-3 JAKE RYAN, ILB, Michigan, 6-3, 236, 4.73 forty. In 2014 he totaled 112 tackles, (14 for a loss), 2 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, 1 interception, and 3 passes broken up. Still, he wasn't the same players that he was in 2012 when he was Michigan's best defensive player. He tore an ACL in spring practice of 2013, and missed the entire season, returning in 2014 to a less stellar year than he had in 2012. He is projected to go in rounds 3-4.
RD-4 MARCUS PETERS, CB, Washington, 6-0, 190, 4.55 forty. The coaches kicked Peters off the team for multiple run-ins with the new coaching staff after just a couple of games in 2014. Sources say that this will cost him early selection in the draft. In and abbreviated 2014, he had an excellent game against Stanford, and against ASU, he covered Jaelen Strong better than any other DB this season. He has the quickness and agility to maintain coverage. If the Cards can do with him like they did with Mathieu, he could be a real find. He is projected to go in rounds 3-4.
RD-5 ANTWAN GOODLEY, WR, Baylor, 5-11, 220, 4.50 forty. He was slowed by a quad injury in 2014 and missed 2 games completely. Not tall, and built thickly, he could be a nice slot receiver in the NFL who could stretch the field. He could also be a special teams player. He is expected to go in rounds 4-6.
RD-6 CODY FAJARDO, QB, Nevada, 6-2, 215, 4.72 forty. Fajardo has been solid for Nevada for the past three seasons. In 2014 he completed 60% of his passes for 2498 yards, 18 TDs and 11 ints. In 2013 he completed 68% of his passes for 2666 yards, 13 TDs and 3 ints. In 2012 he completed 67% of his passes for 2786 yards, 20 TDs, and 9 ints. He has been accurate the whole time. He is projected to go in rounds 5-7.
RD-7 SPENCER ROTH, P, Baylor, 6-5, 220. Roth had an excellent Junior season in 2013 with 46 yards per punt,and a long of 72 yards. In 2014, the Bears didn't punt nearly as often, and since he was pinning the ball more often, his average was significantly smaller at 43.3 yards per punt with a long of 69 yards. He would be a great catch to compete with Dave Zastudil for punting honors.
