Thread: Nate Webster starting MLB?

Originally Posted by dogfish

that's the way i see it. . . maybe guys like spikes and trotter have more left in the tank than sam adams and simeon rice, but i'm not convinced. . . i'd rather save any cap space that we can for signing guys like dj, marshall, cutler, kuper and doom to extensions in the next few years. . . build around young guys who'll be here for the long haul, instead of bringing in more over-priced rentals. . . JMO. . . .

Agreed I would rather invest in guys like DJ, Marshall, Cutler, Kuper and Dumervil than sink money high priced veterans like Trotter and Spikes.

Originally Posted by TXBRONC

Agreed I would rather invest in guys like DJ, Marshall, Cutler, Kuper and Dumervil than sink money high priced veterans like Trotter and Spikes.

I agree, but only 1 of those is playing LB. We have no idea who will be starting at MLB, however at 30 years old Webster isn't the long term answer. Boss Bailey isn't a sure bet either as he hasn't started a full season since his rookie year.

Originally Posted by Ceriman

I agree, but only 1 of those is playing LB. We have no idea who will be starting at MLB, however at 30 years old Webster isn't the long term answer. Boss Bailey isn't a sure bet either as he hasn't started a full season since his rookie year.

i think that if niko doesn't prove to be a quality starter, it's almost a foregone conclusion that we'll be spending a fairly high pick on a MIKE LB next year. . . luckily, if we're in need it looks like it's going to be a quality class. . . .

Originally Posted by Ceriman

I agree, but only 1 of those is playing LB. We have no idea who will be starting at MLB, however at 30 years old Webster isn't the long term answer. Boss Bailey isn't a sure bet either as he hasn't started a full season since his rookie year.

High priced veterans with very small windows for playing are not the answer either. We have Koutouvides and Larsen both of whom are young, not very expensive and are natural Mike linebackers. I don't think they should be written off before they have a chance to prove themselves.

Originally Posted by dogfish

i think that if niko doesn't prove to be a quality starter, it's almost a foregone conclusion that we'll be spending a fairly high pick on a MIKE LB next year. . . luckily, if we're in need it looks like it's going to be a quality class. . . .

Larsen is another option as well.

Originally Posted by dogfish

i think that if niko doesn't prove to be a quality starter, it's almost a foregone conclusion that we'll be spending a fairly high pick on a MIKE LB next year. . . luckily, if we're in need it looks like it's going to be a quality class. . . .

Or perhaps finding a proven YOUNG Mike in Free agency..

If MLB is the only weak spot on this team at the end of the year I'll be surprised..

Originally Posted by Jrwiz

Or perhaps finding a proven YOUNG Mike in Free agency..

If MLB is the only weak spot on this team at the end of the year I'll be surprised..

Who? If they're like the guy that Niko was backing up in Seattle, they are as hard to find on the open market as defensive tackles.

Originally Posted by TXBRONC

Who? If they're like the guy that Niko was backing up in Seattle, they are as hard to find on the open market as defensive tackles.

There are always MLB that come out into FA they do not have to be ray lewis to fix the hole we have had since Al left .. If they are surrounded by quality DLine players the other two LB and the DB's..

We do not need an All Pro at every position for that matter can't afford them..

I was answering a what if Niko can't deal with it, Dogfish said draft a young buck and I said FA was an alternative..

Now this is all speculation that one of the three or counting DJ four LB can't play the mike position well enough..

I think unless injuries cripple three of them it is highly unlikely that we have to spend an draft choice on day one nor go hunting in the FA market. I suspect that one or more of them will be fine. Most likely Niko or the rookie..

Originally Posted by Jrwiz

There are always MLB that come out into FA they do not have to be ray lewis to fix the hole we have had since Al left .. If they are surrounded by quality DLine players the other two LB and the DB's..

We do not need an All Pro at every position for that matter can't afford them..

I was answering a what if Niko can't deal with it, Dogfish said draft a young buck and I said FA was an alternative..

Now this is all speculation that one of the three or counting DJ four LB can't play the mike position well enough..

I think unless injuries cripple three of them it is highly unlikely that we have to spend an draft choice on day one nor go hunting in the FA market. I suspect that one or more of them will be fine. Most likely Niko or the rookie..

all fair points, but shenanigans LOVES spending those high picks on linebackers, and he hasn't gotten one in a while. . . .









sorry, just stirring the pot. . . .

Originally Posted by dogfish

all fair points, but shenanigans LOVES spending those high picks on linebackers, and he hasn't gotten one in a while. . . .









sorry, just stirring the pot. . . .

Your correct about every four years we should be due for one regardless.

But then the last couple came under the coyer watch who was LB based defense..

Who knows what evil lurks in the hearts of men? The Shadow knows. ... the man who had "the hypnotic power to cloud men's minds so they cannot see him" ...
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I don't see much difference between Webster and Kouto' so I don't really care here. I believe we will be drafting a linebacker this coming draft or plucking one out of free agency anyway; neither of these guys are long-term options.