Takeo Spikes -- Should we?

GMScud · 03-06-2008, 07:22 PM

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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 · 03-06-2008, 07:31 PM

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

Big C · 03-06-2008, 06:17 PM

funny how all the espn pundits praised the acquisition of spikes and hes already gone

dmek25 · 03-06-2008, 06:25 PM

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

GMScud · 03-06-2008, 06:33 PM

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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.

JoeRedskin · 03-06-2008, 07:00 PM

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 · 03-06-2008, 07:02 PM

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

skinsnut · 03-06-2008, 07:12 PM

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

Campbell17 · 03-06-2008, 10:06 PM

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

Ruhskins · 03-06-2008, 11:19 PM

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.

BrudLee · 03-07-2008, 08:50 AM

Whenever I see a guy with a 34 inch neck breaking down physically, I start to wonder what type of "supplement" he has taken to achieve his current state. I mean, look at that neck. It actually has to taper back down into his shoulders.

SKINSnCANES · 03-07-2008, 09:24 AM

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Originally Posted by BrudLee

Whenever I see a guy with a 34 inch neck breaking down physically, I start to wonder what type of "supplement" he has taken to achieve his current state. I mean, look at that neck. It actually has to taper back down into his shoulders.

yea his neck is crazy, I wonder if he gets his jerseys tailored!

KLHJ2 · 03-07-2008, 09:11 AM

We need depth, not a starter. Takeo is a starter and probably wouldn't accecpt a backup role or a small contract. Cincinnati has a bigger need than we do for a LB. I see that as a better all around situation for him.

BrudLee · 03-07-2008, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by angryssg

We need depth, not a starter. Takeo is a starter and probably wouldn't accecpt a backup role or a small contract. Cincinnati has a bigger need than we do for a LB. I see that as a better all around situation for him.

No way in hell he goes back to Cincy. He RAN from there on the way to Buffalo.

KLHJ2 · 03-07-2008, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by BrudLee

No way in hell he goes back to Cincy. He RAN from there on the way to Buffalo.

That was back when Cincy really sucked. They just had a bad season last year because they had alot of injuries on defense.

03-06-2008, 07:31 PM	#2
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dmek25 MVP Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: lancaster,pa Age: 63 Posts: 10,672	Re: Takeo Spikes -- Should we? 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 __________________ "It's better to be quiet and thought a fool than to open ones mouth and remove all doubt." courtesy of 53fan

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skinsnut Playmaker Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 2,975	Re: Takeo Spikes -- Should we? 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 __________________ I hate Dallas...Period

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BrudLee Playmaker Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Rehoboth Beach, DE Posts: 3,494	Re: Takeo Spikes -- Should we? Whenever I see a guy with a 34 inch neck breaking down physically, I start to wonder what type of "supplement" he has taken to achieve his current state. I mean, look at that neck. It actually has to taper back down into his shoulders. __________________ There's nowhere to go but up. Or down. I guess we could stay where we are, too.

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