Takeo Spikes -- Should we?

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by dmek25

if the guy could still play, he would still be in Philly. their linebackers are a mess. and spikes didnt make alot of money. i say thanks, but no thanks. only a shell of the former all star

He made pretty good money considering age/injury issues. They saved $5M off this year's cap by cutting him today.

[drew54]

Originally Posted by GMScud

Of course.

He doesn't have the speed to play OLB in my opinion. He's been an MLB his entire career, and he's become very injury prone the past few years. Fletcher will be solid at MLB for us for another 2 seasons or so I would imagine, and in the meantime HB Blades will continue to develop as his eventual replacement. Chances are someone will be interested in Spikes as a starter. I doubt he comes here to play out of position as a reserve.

Do you think Blades will get a look at outside due to our thin depth at this point? Spikes could be a reserve for us.

[JoeRedskin]

We are probably going to lose (he aleady is a UFA) Godfrey. I don't see any reason why Spikes can't just step into his spot for a reasonable price.

[SmootSmack]

I'd take Colvin over Spikes (though neither may even stay healthy enough to last past the first month)

[skinsnut]

We dont need an injuried guy over 30 with a big name to ride the bench behind a starter over 30.
If we're gunna pick up depth at MLB...it should be with youth.
If we're gunna pick up a short term starter at OLB...then we should look elsewhere.
I dont see Spikes as an OLB at this point

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by drew54

Do you think Blades will get a look at outside due to our thin depth at this point? Spikes could be a reserve for us.

Blades did play some outside last year when Rocky got hurt. He can play OLB, but I think he's better suited as a MLB. Apparently Rocky's rehab is going very well, but we'll need some depth, especially with Godfrey most likely going to another team or back into retirement. I'm very wary of Spikes though.

[GMScud]

In case anyone is curious, some other FA LB's still on the market, in order of their perceived value by Sporting News (I didn't include Karlos Dansby b/c he's been franchised):

Michael Boley, Falcons, (Restricted) Age: 25, 6-3, 236lbs

Clark Haggans, Pitt, Age: 31, 6-4, 243lbs

Landon Johnson, Cincy, Age: 26, 6-2, 232lbs

Boss Bailey, Det, Age: 28, 6-3, 235lbs

Brandon Chillar, St. Louis, Age: 25, 6-3, 242lbs

Victor Hobson, NYJ, Age: 28, 6-0, 252

SportingNews.com - Pro Football War Room

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by GMScud

In case anyone is curious, some other FA LB's still on the market, in order of their perceived value by Sporting News (I didn't include Karlos Dansby b/c he's been franchised):

Michael Boley, Falcons, (Restricted) Age: 25, 6-3, 236lbs

Clark Haggans, Pitt, Age: 31, 6-4, 243lbs

Landon Johnson, Cincy, Age: 26, 6-2, 232lbs

Boss Bailey, Det, Age: 28, 6-3, 235lbs

Brandon Chillar, St. Louis, Age: 25, 6-3, 242lbs

Victor Hobson, NYJ, Age: 28, 6-0, 252

SportingNews.com - Pro Football War Room

Scratch Boss Bailey off that list. He's going to Denver.

Chillar might be headed to the Packers

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Scratch Boss Bailey off that list. He's going to Denver.

Chillar might be headed to the Packers

I heard the Broncos were considering Bailey, never heard that it was official. Haggans is 31, but he could be interesting. He had a few huge games for Pitt last year, and he plays OLB, albeit in a 3-4.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by GMScud

I heard the Broncos were considering Bailey, never heard that it was official. Haggans is 31, but he could be interesting. He had a few huge games for Pitt last year, and he plays OLB, albeit in a 3-4.

Yeah Boss is official. There must be a link somewhere out there. I can look after dinner.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Yeah Boss is official. There must be a link somewhere out there. I can look after dinner.

Lots of links out there, here's one:

Boss Bailey Signs With Broncos - Denver Sports News Story - KMGH Denver

[Campbell17]

If the price is good, he'd be good. He was good last year. He'd be back with Fletcher.

[DynamiteRave]

Originally Posted by GMScud

In case anyone is curious, some other FA LB's still on the market, in order of their perceived value by Sporting News (I didn't include Karlos Dansby b/c he's been franchised):

Michael Boley, Falcons, (Restricted) Age: 25, 6-3, 236lbs

Clark Haggans, Pitt, Age: 31, 6-4, 243lbs

Landon Johnson, Cincy, Age: 26, 6-2, 232lbs

Boss Bailey, Det, Age: 28, 6-3, 235lbs

Brandon Chillar, St. Louis, Age: 25, 6-3, 242lbs

Victor Hobson, NYJ, Age: 28, 6-0, 252

SportingNews.com - Pro Football War Room

I love Chillar. I really wish we could pick him up. I mean a guy with the name Chillar has gotta be badass right?

[Ruhskins]

ESPN says that Spikes played WLB, so I guess he could come as insurance policy for Rocky, if the price is right. Although with the team conservative approach to free agency, who knows. I'd like to throw out a name for the team to consider during the draft given that we're talking about LBs....Erin Henderson.

[Stuck in TX]

Originally Posted by firstdown

STUCK IN TEXAS you were not the first so BAM!!

so close yet so far. There are still many chances for me to get it...