tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053006193215777292.post3029076595806918508..comments2024-01-31T17:34:09.607-08:00Comments on Seahawks Draft Blog: No love for 2009 running backs?Rob Statonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16481945325907207562noreply@blogger.comBlogger8125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053006193215777292.post-68337530585149273032012-02-23T07:25:13.552-08:002012-02-23T07:25:13.552-08:00The draft of this year causes me a great disappoin...The draft of this year causes me a great disappointment, I wish this year it gets better.viagra onlinehttp://www.mutualpharmacy.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053006193215777292.post-44862065381131534002009-01-07T08:07:00.000-08:002009-01-07T08:07:00.000-08:00You can throw me into the group that believes in t...You can throw me into the group that believes in taking RBs in later rounds, not early ones. Almost every team is running a 2-back system now and to splurge on a guy in the early rounds isn't really worth it to me unless that guy brings some kind of game-changing dynamic to the game like Adrian Peterson. I don't know if Moreno or Wells have those same qualities so I would be reluctant to take them in round 1 or 2. I think an OT would be a much better improvement to the Hawks' running game, and would pay off big years from now whereas a RB could easily walk in his third or fourth year for a big FA contract.<BR/><BR/>I don't think this is a particularly strong year for RBs but I think a suitable replacement for Mo could be found in the later rounds (4th or 5th, maybe).Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053006193215777292.post-47178189282321951302009-01-06T19:24:00.000-08:002009-01-06T19:24:00.000-08:00I feel the same way as last year about drafting a ...I feel the same way as last year about drafting a RB. Do it. If not Moreno at #4, which I seriously doubt we would do, then Greene or even an explosive guy like Spiller in the 2nd-4th would be great. We need some fresh blood and depth at RB once MoMo is gone. <BR/><BR/>I think that if Wells runs a 4.4 40-time he will become worthy of first round grade. That would give him the same deadly NFL combo of size (230lbs) and speed that teams covet - much like Jonathan Stewart of last season. <BR/><BR/>There will surely be some diamonds in the rough, and after what Forte, Choice, and Slaton (among others) did after being drafted in later rounds, I think in most cases teams know they can wait and still get talented players at the RB position without having to invest a first round pick.Misfithttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04391741204628687296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053006193215777292.post-63441768178880466532009-01-06T16:12:00.000-08:002009-01-06T16:12:00.000-08:00In my opinion Moreno is the only RB worthy of a to...In my opinion Moreno is the only RB worthy of a top 10 pick. Personally, I think drafting a RB in rounds 1-3 is a great strategy. You get them young and can wear them down before their rookie contract runs out. I realize this sounds like your buying a car but with the lifespan of a NFL RB, it really doesn't make a lot of sense to overspend in free agency for a RB with lots of tread missing from his tires. I think Shonn Greene would be a nice 2nd or possibly 3rd round selection for Seattle because #4 is too early to select a RB and I think trading back will be very difficult this year.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053006193215777292.post-85460825925850590662009-01-06T14:23:00.000-08:002009-01-06T14:23:00.000-08:00It's something I'll look into Mike. I have a piece...It's something I'll look into Mike. I have a piece made up to look at defensive linemen that willappear soon. I want to try and get more expert opinions on certain positions that require more detail, and I shall certainly make enquiries about both the centre and safety positions.Rob Statonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16481945325907207562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053006193215777292.post-26837160507398394812009-01-06T13:46:00.000-08:002009-01-06T13:46:00.000-08:00Rob, Maybe you have this planned, but two position...Rob, <BR/><BR/>Maybe you have this planned, but two positions I would LOVE to see broken down are Safety and Center. They seem to be the two deepest positions in this draft from top to bottom. Just a thought, you seem to have it covered.Michael Steffeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10977391150318199352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053006193215777292.post-656589013943045322009-01-06T11:01:00.000-08:002009-01-06T11:01:00.000-08:00The kicker position in particular will be difficul...The kicker position in particular will be difficult to judge. Olindo Mare did a great job in 2008 and in any other circumstance, would be a shoe in for 2009. However, the Seahawks clearly like Brandon Coutu. The fact they kept him on the roster all through 2008, and actually chose to cut active players during the injury crisis suggests he has a future with the team. Unless they want to keep two kickers again, they have to make a desicion. It could be another camp battle, and if Coutu shows he's ready he could get the gig.<BR/><BR/>With running back, I firmly believe TJ Duckett is safe and feel he did his job well in 2008. Short yardage wasn't a problem for the 'Hawks like it was in 2007, and Duckett was prolific in punching in TD's in the red zone. Julius Jones is contracted so unless he is cut, he stays on the roster. Morris is a free agent so Seattle will have to pursue him to keep him.<BR/><BR/>If they want to change things again a year after a big make over, they would likely have to cut Jones and not re-sign Morris. It's unclear which direction Seattle will go with the running game at this stage. A Jones/Duckett combo is uninspiring but that might have been the plan for 2009 when they were signed last off season. There are free agents available who might be of interest and the draft does have some talent at the position, even if, as the article above suggests, they won't go in the top 10.Rob Statonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16481945325907207562noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5053006193215777292.post-91614969602727028172009-01-06T10:38:00.000-08:002009-01-06T10:38:00.000-08:00Rob, I agree that QB and OT questions about who to...Rob, I agree that QB and OT questions about who to add through FA and the draft will be based on the projected health of Hass and Mr. Jones, but what about RB and K?<BR/><BR/>It seems to me we are top heavy in these positions and although I dont expect there will be any trimmng down until after training camp, what do you think may happen?<BR/><BR/>I expect we will keep Weaver and I like how Morris has improved, but why keep TJ and JJ? They are good and can play but it seems redundant. And two kickers?<BR/><BR/>Thanks for you time and answers!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com