Thread: Drafting a MLB?

Originally Posted by DenBronx

lets just band aid the mlb with niko until next years draft so we can get maualuga.

i agree. . .

do we plan on drafting top 10 next year...cuz that's likely what it will take to get Maulauga.

Besides, Niko may just surprise some folks here.

Originally Posted by SmilinAssasSin27

do we plan on drafting top 10 next year...cuz that's likely what it will take to get Maulauga.

Besides, Niko may just surprise some folks here.

well, we're drafting at 12 this year, and so far i can't see any reason to think that next year's team is going to be any better. . . plug in a rookie kicker instead of elam this year, and we'd be in the top ten. . . obviously you never know, but i think there's a better chance than most people want to admit right now. . .

What did Elam do that was so spectacular this year? Yes he did hit gamewinners, but it's not like they were 50 plus. The one in Buffalo was a bit rushed, but it wasn't a hard kick for anyone in the NFL. he's been less dependable overall over recent years anyways.

Also, I'm not saying we're winning the SB, but we're gonna be improved. The O will be fine and the rush D can't get worse. We have a stud QB/WR combination, some solid LB additions and the DT spot wWILL be addressed.

Originally Posted by lex

Do you mean like Guiness?

What he said didnt bother me. Im just pointing out a reality. Its true Goff might go before the 4th but its also true that this could be true for several players...more players than there are spots. Whats to not understand? Why take issue with this?

Lex, not trying to make it an issue.

I'm not the only member here to see that your response to smilinassassin was in a sarcastic way.
You started the thread like I said. I would assume you were looking for opinions and discussion on the thread. You came back with a sarcastic comeback to him.

Lex, I know you are knowledgeable about football, the Broncos and our needs. However, you aren't the only one that knows about this stuff. There are plenty of knowlagable football members here.
There are also some not so knowledgeable members too. There is no need to make them look that way with sarcasm or be sarcastic if they don't agree with your opinions.

You started the thread so lets discuss.

The more I read and see Niko the more I like the signing. Can he handle the job? We'll have to wait and see. That said, I wouldn't mind bringing in a MLB to compete with him. The only one even close to being valued at #12 is probably Conner. I don't think we make that pick with the signing of Niko.
So... I wouldn't mind at all if we drafted someone in the second or later rounds.
Moving DJ to WILL is a good idea. I just hope Boss can up his play from his years in Detroit. If so, I think we may be OK at LB this year.

I also think with the two LB signings that we need to pay more attention to other positions. JMO

I'm not Lex's biggest fan, but I hafta say...I actually didn't take it as a bash. I took it as we all toss names on the pile, but there are also so few actual pix to go around. It was a valid point in my eyes.

thanx for the backing though.

Originally Posted by turftoad

Lex, not trying to make it an issue.

I'm not the only member here to see that your response to smilinassassin was in a sarcastic way.
You started the thread like I said. I would assume you were looking for opinions and discussion on the thread. You came back with a sarcastic comeback to him.

Lex, I know you are knowledgeable about football, the Broncos and our needs. However, you aren't the only one that knows about this stuff. There are plenty of knowlagable football members here.
There are also some not so knowledgeable members too. There is no need to make them look that way with sarcasm or be sarcastic if they don't agree with your opinions.

You started the thread so lets discuss.

The more I read and see Niko the more I like the signing. Can he handle the job? We'll have to wait and see. That said, I wouldn't mind bringing in a MLB to compete with him. The only one even close to being valued at #12 is probably Conner. I don't think we make that pick with the signing of Niko.
So... I wouldn't mind at all if we drafted someone in the second or later rounds.
Moving DJ to WILL is a good idea. I just hope Boss can up his play from his years in Detroit. If so, I think we may be OK at LB this year.

I also think with the two LB signings that we need to pay more attention to other positions. JMO

There was no sarcasm. You're way too spooked about what you think I might say that you are now seeing things that are not there.

Originally Posted by lex

There was no sarcasm. You're way too spooked about what you think I might say that you are now seeing things that are not there.

That's your only response?

What about the LB comments I made?

You must be a Guiness now to be able to tell me what I am thinking.

I'm done with this. This is a good thread you started.

Lets keep it on topic.

Is there deep talent for MLB's?

Originally Posted by Hoshdude7

Is there deep talent for MLB's?

Not a real good year for MLB. Probably one first rounder then a few 2nd and 3rd rounder that could do well few late rounders that may suprise but I doubt it.

Originally Posted by SmilinAssasSin27

What did Elam do that was so spectacular this year? Yes he did hit gamewinners, but it's not like they were 50 plus. The one in Buffalo was a bit rushed, but it wasn't a hard kick for anyone in the NFL. he's been less dependable overall over recent years anyways.

the last two seasons elam has had FG% of 87.1 (07) and 93.1 (06) which just so happen to be his two best seasons (also had 87.1% in 2003) he's ever had as a kicker. i'll accept the knocks on his distance as he hasn't had the same leg since the new millenium, but you're wrong to say that he's become less dependable.

Originally Posted by DenBronx

lets just band aid the mlb with niko until next years draft so we can get lauranitis.

What do we do if Niko has solid year and shows he can handle the job?

Originally Posted by shawshank24

the last two seasons elam has had FG% of 87.1 (07) and 93.1 (06) which just so happen to be his two best seasons (also had 87.1% in 2003) he's ever had as a kicker. i'll accept the knocks on his distance as he hasn't had the same leg since the new millenium, but you're wrong to say that he's become less dependable.

nice catch...any comment @ dependability has to do strictly w/ distance.

Originally Posted by Hoshdude7

Is there deep talent for MLB's?

The depth is better this year than in some recnt years. There isn't that must have guy in the top 10 ala Willis or Hawk, but when ya look at Connor, Mayo, Lofton, Goff, Wheeler and hall...this class is rather deep at late 1st-3rd round LB talent.

Originally Posted by TXBRONC

What do we do if Niko has solid year and shows he can handle the job?

that's a tough call, as you'd love to have a player like james or ray on your team.

the thing that makes it not a tough call is that if niko proves to be a good mlb, then it is no longer a need! he's only 26, so if he proves to be good, then it's not going to be an issue of needing an mlb for a long time... it'll actually be very very good if niko turns out to be good enough that we don't need to think about taking an MLB next year, as we can focus on taking safety high in the draft!