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week I ask for mail, but rarely do I get any. Someone let me know you read
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E-Mel
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OWINGS MILLS, Maryland (Tticker) Head Coach Lee
Hines stood at the podium, a look of fatigue well and truly set in, and began to
describe his off season plans. While some speculate that a season of re-tooling
is needed after the Ravens finished under .500 in 2002, Coach Hines looked
composed if not ready for bed. With the mid season shift of head coaches, it was
almost predictable. A heavy loss to eventual champions Cleveland in the final
week, set the new coaching staff to work for thie upcoming season. After taking
the Jaguars to it's 2 central division championships on an explosive offense and
tight D, Coach Hines looks to bring in players who fit the previous mold.
"Some players will stay, some will go. We have a need at HB and CB. We want
to upgrade the receiving corps. We have some nice young talent to build around
and this draft is a big one after a nice draft last season." said Hines.
Pressure will be on to emulate a draft strategy
that bought in two top notch offensive lineman in last years effort. With the
number 12 pick in the first round, people in the Maryland area are going to be
watching. Whilst nothing will be said too much, it is known that extra picks are
wanted in the draft.
"We have to cut some salary and move some
players who we dont think fit the team anymore. We will look at any deal
presented to us. We want to build the team around of good young players who fit
the system. Moving up in the draft is also a possibility."
Just who the Ravens choose on draft day is a
mystery. With HB Ray Zellars holding out, and the slight possible thought of
moving team leaders like Ray Lewis and Mike McCrary, this draft day will be a
look into a major part in the Ravens history.
Who Will Bills Choose #1?
Quite honestly, I was drunk when
Mackey called up and asked about this trade. I think he was high at the
time...so I jumped on it.
I really haven't decided where the
pick is going at this time. Both our QBs are aging...and the youngster just
doesn't have what it takes to win in the 4th quarter. Our defensive line and
secondary are pretty shitty and deserve attention too. I think the places I can
say the pick isn't going is RB, LB, TE, WR, OL. With that said it narrows it
down a little, but we have a tough decision to make.
I kinda figured it was better to
have everyone to choose from then wait to see who the first 5 taken were. Hell,
the pick could still be dealt if someone decides there is a player they just
can't live without and pays through the nose for it.
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Tampa Bay
wants to trade down in the draft.
The Bucs are said to be looking to trade their first round pick
for at least a 2nd and something else.
Granted it is a late 1st rounder, but it is still a high pick
overall.
Oakland is
looking to improve its defense with this draft. While management
was happy with the improvements it saw in the latter half of the
season, more consistency will be required this year. Oakland
is willing to consider trading its draft picks for Defensive help
at almost all positions.
The Colts
having two first-rounders in this years draft are again announcing
that they are up for trade. Colts management is looking for two
players for the picks. Players must be young and signed for a
couple of years and must be players that are worthy of the two
first-rounders. They have fielded many offers, but none that are
appealing enough to pull the trigger on the deal. If no deal gets
done then they are expected to use the picks to fill holes.
It has been
reported that The Saints are interested in trading their #2 pick
and a player for a higher #2 pick It has also been reported that
the Saints held a private workout with QB Michael Vick and were
very impressed and are interested in trading up for the #1 pick
and selecting him. Its not often you can find a phenom such as
Michael Vick.
There are also rumors that once again Akili Smith is available for
trade and he can be had for either a player mostly interested in
the following positions (LB, CB, OT, WR) or for a pick.
Pittsburgh announced that eight players are for
trade. While picks are preferred, ownership let it known
that they would listen to any offer. Players included:
WR Mason, Derrick
T Roundtree, Raleigh
T Parker, Vaughn
DE Carson, Leonardo
DT Smith, Aaron
DT Wallace, Jason
LB Simonton, Jason
S White, Shabib
Falcons looking to pick up first round picks in the draft.
Sources say that the Falcons are looking to trading vets Zeier,
Brunell, Paup, and Buchanan in order to gain more leverage in the
draft Dec. 7.
The Titans are looking to trade the #1 overall
pick in the draft, however the price is high. The Titans are
rumored to want multiple #1 picks or at least a superstar in the
trade. San Diego is rumored to be the leader right now in
informal negotiations.
The Redskins are in search of picks of any
sort. While they prefer higher picks, they have let it known
that they would take about anything if the deal was reasonable.
With the holdout of Darnay Scott, the Cardinals
have expressed interest in trading for a draft pick to replace him
with. Management is not happy.
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