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All good points, I just believe that there are going to be teams (olines) that rushing four against don't work. I'm confident it will be markedly better than last year, but there will be times when no pressure leads to getting picked apart. If they can play press man and I hope that's their intention to do more often, than whether they're in 4-3 or nickel, they can send someone. Frazier had his chest out and soaked up the media love with touting his rush 4 motto against K.C. in the 1st game and well it was fruitless the 2nd time. I'd also love to see them experiment with a 5-2-4. put boogie over a guard like they did Lorax his last year. I'm expecting a huge upgrade from the inside this year, but now that we have an offense that's willing to game plan to opponents, we need to have that creativeness on defense as well.

They got one rough schedule. I wouldn't be surprised if Carolina gets the W.C. and Winston throws too many picks. They should have gotten Jimmy G. Agreed on Atlanta....but Baker could find some JuJu. They may and should make some offensive moves between cuts and the trade deadline.

I expect the Saints to be a bit dangerous. They may split with Tampa. However, if Baker can revive the Panthers along with McCaff, they could go 4-2/3-3 in the division...maybe....but in the sucky NFC, they could make a WC. I for one would be very happy for Mayfield.

......But the bigger backs kill us. Taron cannot bring them down and they're usually in 3rd gear by the time he can close. If McFrazier can't prepare for what is obviously coming from the likes of Pitt,. Balt. ,Cincy Tenn. as well as everyone else, we may see twice as many of the Colts, N.E outcomes. Bernard is gonna make a huge difference....providing Frazier is not too stuck in his ways or McD is too timid to take over. BTW, 70% nickel will kill us in the 1st 4 games. 2/3s of the middle of the field to Milano's left will be the target area and even though I'm expecting....and very grateful for the Dline additions, 4 guys can't stop 6 and a back against a team Hell bent on running and T.O.P. Another tactic I expect to see is timing passes against us. Teams are gonna try to unload quick to backs to beat our improved pass rush. We gotta run a 4-3 and even with Miller, we're gonna need to blitz more. 4-3 can disguise Milano blitzing.

Agreed

They say he's working hard and looking good. I would not be surprised to see him back at practice by Sept. I think they like their younger guys and aren't wanting to spend any money before final cuts all around as well as any possible injuries by the end of pre season.

I agree, signed Fred Warner.

He's gonna be Edmunds replacement next year.

Base nickel doesn't stop Henry, Taylor the Pats RB crew or any other big back. Taron Johnson cannot bring them down...and BTW that was 3 losses which ultimately prevented the no.1 seed and home games throughout. They are going to have to be smart enough to play a 4-3 against teams they need to when they need to. Unfortunately, adapting week to week to specific opponents is not Frazier's strong suit. We are going to be in the same boat this year given our schedule of teams that are gonna try to stuff it down our throat and keep Allen off the field....Just like the "We gonna rush 4 and hope to get pressure" is a sign of another stuck in their ways coaching approach. I hate not being able to use Frazier and creative in the same sentence and sadly I don't think that'll change. Not to go too far off topic, but not only do they need to adapt a 4-3 against heavy run teams, they need to play press man. more. I believe they can do it with Elam....and while their at it, why not try a 5-2-4. when Lorax was here he would slide in over the guard and was a huge upset for olines doing that. That's the perfect role for Boogie. P.S for all the bashing Klein gets, he made more big plays than T.E.

Man that sounds good. Thanks

Back in the 70's thru the 90's, it was basically Franks, butter and Tabasco. I like to use that base as a starting point and get creative. I want a little smokiness and spice. I like to use a little liquid smoke, roasted red pepper and garlic seasoning and I like to try different Tabascos. I also do not skimp on the Bleu cheese. Marie's or T. Marzettis.

Fan since 73, I get a little inner twinge of jinx when there's this much hype. However, I can take solace and be happy that I likely won't be figuring mathematical equations for getting into the playoffs at Thanksgiving or looking at draft picks in early Dec.

Well put. I mentioned earlier that in the K.C. playoff game, he looked...to me, like a bewildered rookie. However K.C.'s rookie Nick Bolton looked like a seasoned vet. Fred Warner Tremaine ain't. Also agree about the mental side. You can just tell when you hear players talk during interviews and I heard a lengthy one recently. I'm not too optimistic about any drastic improvement. I have a ton of respect for players who try hard to improve their craft in the off season. TE university, Pass rush summit, Jordan Palmer etc. Even Singletary did it. I don't get the idea that Edmunds thinks he needs any of that. Maybe that's because ( and let us not forget), he was pick no. 16. He says he just needs to trust his instincts and what he sees more. I won't be surprised if Bernard impresses in some way this year and they bring in new talent be it draft or Free agency. next year.

50/50 I agree, but in the K.C playoff game it looked like it was his first time in an NFL game. I'm not expecting much if any improvement in YEAR 5.

Frazier did indeed say that Tremaine needs to make more splash plays. That statement was brought up to him during an interview. He says that he just needs to trust his instincts and what he sees more. Well not trying to be a hater, but I've seen enough to where I can't envision them even entertaining giving him 15 plus per year. I'm not thrilled with giving him almost 13 this yr. I get a sense about guys when I hear them speak and I'm sorry, I just don't think his brain matches his body. Maybe I'll be surprised.....

I can't help but have the feeling he could turn into a Gabe Davis type so I'm not ready to throw the towel in yet.

I had a random thought whilst pondering this subject. We don't look so bad now, do we?....signed Doug Whaley and Russ Brandon. I'm sorry, I had the Brown's situation going on in my mind. Note to self, don't need a whole Gummy.

I would think the question would be, if the complaints include unwanted sexual advances resulting in at least one woman brought to tears, does that constitute sexual assault? It would seem so. I would certainly expect the league would view that way, especially given the number of complaints. Are there simply cases of gold diggers?...more than likely, but one thing proven in each one is that Watson's one stupid dude.

Tommy Boy wouldn't have gotten up clapping after taking this hit.....Signed Brett Favre.

Not projecting future FA signings or draft picks, I could see Barnard, Milano and Spector as a very good to great 4-3 LB setup. No way in H they can be dumb enough to pay Edmunds 15+ per yr. .I'll shave my head if he all off a sudden makes game changing play(s) this year.

Exactly! signed...Lyle Alazado, Bill Romanowski...What are PEDS anyway? Deer antler spray? Nugenix? B12? I would think anabolic steroids were 2 or 3 decades ago. Maybe I'm naive.

I agree and my impression was that he had/has a good aggressive pass rush ability and actually like him better than Dodson. He looked to me like a solid hitter. JMO

I think Lamar...regardless of what any of us think of him, needs an agent like Drew R. Like the old saying goes..."He who represents himself, has a fool for an attorney" ....and I think he can go farther than Murray. I also think that being used the way he is may be weighing on his mind as to how long he will last, and I don't blame him. I'll give Roman credit for what he's done, but it ain't sustainable. All I can currently fault Lamar for is lack of common sense. Ma Ma Ma Ma Mamma says.....

No argument there as far as Thomas and and Hamlin, however I do not know the" measurables and athleticism" I was and still am intrigued by what Ed Reed saw in the kid to make those statements. I'm sure we'll get to see more of these guys soon.