Let’s talk Free Agency

[RunKC]

A little premature to put this on the front page before March. Who all do you guys like for us? What players do you think should go after?

Any value guys you prefer?

[GloucesterChief]

So far so good I think.

[kccrow]

Originally Posted by kccrow

Here's my long list but knowing we won't sign many...

QB: Cooper Rush (DAL), Jameis Winston (CLE), Carson Wentz (KC)
RB: Elijah Mitchell (SF), Ty Johnson (BUF), Jalen Warren (PIT, RFA), Javonte Williams (DEN), Samaje Perine (KC), Kareem Hunt (KC)
TE: Austin Hooper (NE), Tyler Conklin (NYJ), Mike Gesicki (CIN)
WR: Marquise Brown (KC), Elijah Moore (CLE), Josh Palmer (LAC), Dyami Brown (WAS), Rondale Moore (ATL), Darius Slayton (NYG)
LT: Alaric Jackson (LAR), Jaylon Moore (SF), D.J. Humphries (KC)
RG: Robert Hainsey (TB), Will Hernandez (ARI)
DT: Tershawn Wharton (KC), Roy Lopez (ARI), Benito Jones (MIA), Javon Kinlaw (NYJ), Greg Gaines (TB), B.J. Hill (CIN), Bobby Brown III (LAR), Tedarrell Slaton (GB)
DE: Josh Sweat (PHI), Charles Omenihu (KC), Chase Young (NO), Chauncey Golston (DAL), Dayo Odeyingbo (IND), Joseph Ossai (CIN), Patrick Jones II (MIN)
LB: Jamien Sherwood (NYJ), Nick Bolton (KC), Devin Bush (CLE), Tyrel Dodson (MIA), Dre Greenlaw (SF)
CB: Michael Jackson Sr (CAR), Byron Murphy (MIN), Paulson Adebo (NO), Asante Samuel Jr (LAC)
SS: Richie Grant (ATL), Ashtyn Davis (NYJ)
ST: James Winchester (KC), Matt Araiza (KC)

Guys I probably most want...

1. Alaric Jackson, LT - Easily the best option on the open market and opens up the draft.
2. Josh Sweat, DE - I really like Sweat's ability to bring the heat and he's a solid run defender too. He's far more consistent as a player than Chase Young. Some might argue he's no better than Karlaftis and while that may be true, having two Karlaftis' is better than one.
3. Jamien Sherwood, LB - I so desperately want more athleticism at the second level but this won't happen if the Chiefs stick with Bolton.
4. Marquise Brown, WR - I think there was a real connection with Mahomes and we didn't get to see it evolve. He fits a true need as well.
5. Tershawn Wharton, DT - Wharton has really blossomed into a good player that I think we need to retain. He's still young enough to give you 5 quality seasons.
6. Elijah Mitchell, RB - I know he hasn't been the epitome of health but he's electric and can be a good 3rd down back.
7. Robert Hainsey, IOL - Hainsey can play either guard spot or center, is cerebral and athletic. He'll probably have a mid-tier price but can play quality ball.

Veach chipping away at the list. Keep em coming man

[smithandrew051]

Originally Posted by kccrow

Veach chipping away at the list. Keep em coming man

He apparently stopped trying for himself and just started following you around on here.

[Chris Meck]

Damn, Crow. You're killing it this off-season.

[JPH83]

Originally Posted by kccrow

Veach chipping away at the list. Keep em coming man

Mighty impressive Crow! Where do you reckon they'll prioritise next, and who? Got to think a DE is a priority. I'd hope a DT is as well but maybe they leave it to the draft. Safety?

[kccrow]

Originally Posted by JPH83

Mighty impressive Crow! Where do you reckon they'll prioritise next, and who? Got to think a DE is a priority. I'd hope a DT is as well but maybe they leave it to the draft. Safety?

I agree with you on DL and S. I think it'll be pretty quiet at least until Wednesday though. They need to get under the cap and if they don't get something done with Trey Smith then we won't see anything big.

[CaliforniaChief]

Crow you're awesome!

I think we need another WR. I know he's on the decline but I don't care. When the Rams release Cooper Kupp, I want him. He does what our other receivers don't do: catches everything, knows where to go, knows how to get into the end zone.

[Couch-Potato]

Originally Posted by CaliforniaChief

Crow you're awesome!

I think we need another WR. I know he's on the decline but I don't care. When the Rams release Cooper Kupp, I want him. He does what our other receivers don't do: catches everything, knows where to go, knows how to get into the end zone.

I’d like to see it, but I think there are plenty of teams who would also be interested. Unless he wants to come in to chase a ring, I think others would outbid us for him.

[JPH83]

Originally Posted by kccrow

I agree with you on DL and S. I think it'll be pretty quiet at least until Wednesday though. They need to get under the cap and if they don't get something done with Trey Smith then we won't see anything big.

Yeah I think you're right. On a side note, just wanted to say I appreciate the work you put into the draft forum. As someone who doesn't know half the players, it's incredibly helpful.

For me, the glaring needs are as follows:

DE - Our room, as it stands, is pretty bad imo, and probably our weakest position. Unfortunately, FA looks very thin now, so we may be having to risk solely building through the draft. I'd consider bringing Omenihu back, up to an absolute max of $8m and probably a single "prove it" year. The issue I have is, I don't think he will prove it. I'm kinda done with the incessant focus on "flexibility" and I'm fairly convinced it results in lots of players who do nothing particularly well. I don't think Omenihu frees up others...but, meh, he's OK, he knows the system etc. After that, who's left? Maybe Dante Fowler, who might be cheap. Z'Adarius Smith will surely cost too much. Think we're rolling the dice in the draft and hoping.

DT - The next worst room, and again it's slim pickings in FA now. I still have some vague hope that Lovett can turn into a functional NT, but it seems unwise to assume. There's Onwuzurike, who'd be great, but I'd presume costs too much. Calais Campbell is ancient but would still be an upgrade, but again, probably still a little too much. Outside of that I'd possibly go for someone like Ta'Quon Graham, who should be cheap. I'm assuming it's just dealt with through the draft, lots of options.

RB - Would expect this to be dealt with through the draft too, but I'd happily have Hunt back on a min. deal for short-yardage and 3rd downs.

Safety - We know Hicks will be used more, and possibly Connor assuming McDuffie is freed up to return to the slot more. But there's a lack of vet savvy and coverage ability. I don't think there's anyone left in FA. I wouldn't hate Blackmon, but I don't think we can prioritise paying him. Thornhill back on a min. deal? Maybe. Guess it'll be through the draft again.

Outside of that I can't see any move to cover other positions aside from a backup QB, maybe a bottom of the roster WR? We certainly need a WR4

[kccrow]

I'd really like to see a DT brought in soon, the pickings are getting really slim out there. Benito Jones or Naquan Jones would probably be my targets as bang-for-your-buck NTs.

Unfortunately, Omenihu is easily the best DE remaining on the market with any youth to him. The only other DE that I'd say is actually better is Za'Darius Smith but who knows how much he wants. Judon and Preston Smith looked washed last year. Emmanuel Ogbah might be an aged option as well.

[Palangi]

Could Raekwon Davis be an option as a stout run defender at DT? Her is only 27 still