Good Column for Draft Week

[HPF Bob]

Originally Posted by Roy P

That's why I'd be happy to take a "situational" pass rusher at #15 in Everette Brown. He would "only" have to attack the QB as a rookie in passing situations since we signed Antonio Smith to be the LDE on 1st and 2nd down.

But do you want to pay Top-15 money for a situational rusher? Especially one that lacks the size to be a three-down player?

[nunusguy]

Originally Posted by HPF Bob

But do you want to pay Top-15 money for a situational rusher? Especially one that lacks the size to be a three-down player?

Do you want to go to the playoffs ?
Seriously, they are gonna have to pick up the pass-rush to make the D more effective and that means we are gonna have to put more pressure on the QB,
one way or the other. And Antonio Smith wasn't the answer (I still don't understand that move ?).

[Roy P]

Originally Posted by HPF Bob

But do you want to pay Top-15 money for a situational rusher? Especially one that lacks the size to be a three-down player?

Yes. I think he can eventually become a 3-Down player. He's about the same size as Freeney and Suggs. They have become more than "situational" pass rushers and worth their salaries. I wonder if you think Travis Johnson earns his money since he is on the field for a good majority of snaps. It comes down to making an impact.

[HPF Bob]

Dadmg, you are correct that this was a very good read.