Hey, everyone. I'm going to play GM for a moment.
In terms of resigning players, we need to lock up Randy Starks on a 3-ish year deal, and use the franchise tag on Chris Clemons. He played like a pro bowler last year, but I'm not quite convinced that he's worthy of a big contract. I'd like to see him show consistency by dominating again in 2014. And, of course, we've already taken care of Grimes.
As for free agency, I expect us to be waiting on Eugene Monroe with a tempting deal. I would also love to see Vontae Davis back in Miami. Also, considering that both Monroe and Davis are entering their prime, overspending on them for 3-5 years will pay off. Outside of the two blockbusters, I think Vonta Leach would serve as complement to Lamar Miller and a vital locker room presence. If we acquire him, Charles Clay can make the transition to tight end, allowing us to cut Keller. I also believe Phillip Wheeler should be cut, which will allow us to experiment with Dion Jordan at outside linebacker (where he belongs). Lastly, we should pursue Jon Asamoah during the second wave of free agency. He might not be a longterm solution on the o-line, but he will help us get by for a year or two.
And then there's the draft. Our No. 1 priority is obviously to secure the best offensive lineman available. Hickey loves high-character players, and Zack Martin fits the bill. In the 2nd round, David Yankey would be an excellent upgrade for us as a guard. In the 3rd, Christian Jones out of Florida State can put some pressure on Dannell Ellerbe to perform. In the fourth, a small-school back in Terrance West will serve a Daniel Thomas-esque role, assuming that we release Thomas. Our 5th rounder could be used on South Carolina's Kelcy Quarles for depth purposes, as it's pretty unlikely that both Soliai and Starks will be back (although I'd prefer Starks). Lastly, our 6th should be used on another lineman and 7th on a sizable corner.
That was fun. :)
QB: Ryan Tannehill
RB: Lamar Miller/Terrance West
FB: Vonta Leach
WR: Mike Wallace/Rishard Matthews
WR: Brian Hartline/Brandon Gibson
TE: Charles Clay
LT: Eugene Monroe
LG: David Yankey
C: Mike Pouncey
RG: Jon Asamoah
RT: Zack Martin
LE: Cameron Wake/Derrick Shelby
DT: Randy Starks
DT: Jared Odrick/Kelcy Quarles
RE: Olivier Vernon
LOLB: Dion Jordan
ILB: Dannell Ellerbe/Christian Jones
ROLB: Koa Misi
CB: Brent Grimes
CB: Vontae Davis
FS: Reshad Jones
SS: Chris Clemons
Thoughts?
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