The search begins… (without Cowher)

5 minutes after we heard about Crennel’s firing, it was confirmed the “messiah” Bill Cowher told Randy Lerner (on Saturday night) ”that he is not interested” and “take his name off the candidate list”. Not a good start when your #1 candidate tells you “no thanks” without even discussing money.

Anyways to move on…

• Lerner has publically stated the following names for General Manager- Pioli (already granted an interview by the Patriots), Mike Holmgren, and Bill Parcells (has an out-clause in his contract with the Dolphins) and could have an reported interested in Floyd Reese, Charley Casserly and Tom Donahoe.
• Browns favor a  Head Coach with previous experience. Names linked: Herm Edwards (who will be fired by the Chiefs) and Jim Fassell.
• Lerner also mention the following Head Coach candidates: Josh McDaniels and Eric Mangini.
• Marty Schottenheimer’s has been rumored as a fall back candidate Head Coach or GM. No official word from Lerner or the team.
• Billick is another fall back candidate. Most believe it will only take a phone call and a large salary.
• New Giants Defensive Coordinator Steve Spagnuolo is expected to be interview by the team this week.
• Scratch Bernie Kosar’s name off as a possible GM. When ask if Kosar is a candidate, Lerner responded “I do not believe he has the necessary experience”.
• Urban Meyer’s name was tossed to Tony Grossi. Grossi beleives the spread offense does translates to the NFL (especially the Browns). I agree.
• Lerner mention Crennel could stay on as a assistant. Not a good idea.

Whatever Lerner decides… this will be the most important off-season since 1999. With the economy and growing frustration; the team is great danger of losing its fan base.

Give Braylon his wish

Are you kidding me? If season can get any worse, Braylon Edwards wants out of town.

Here are my reactions to Babylon comments-

“I’ve learned being here that I’m very unappreciated,” Edwards said.  “Not in the organization, just in the eyes of the fans, the city.  Since Day One I’ve been a marked man coming from Michigan.  It’s just gone that way.  Even when things are good, there’s heckles.”

Babylon, nobody boos you because you went to Michigan. They boo you because you can not catch the ball. Its very simple.  Several Michigan alums have gone through Cleveland (Leroy Hoard, Steve Everitt, Thom Darden, Aaron Shea) . The fans loved these guys, not because of their ala mater… because of their hard work and unselfish play on the field. Take a look in the mirror before you blame the fans, the media, Santa Claus and whoever else you want to divert your mistakes on.

“I’m not Paul Warfield, Webster Slaughter or Jim Brown,” Edwards said, according to the Cleveland Plain Dealer.  “I’ve given my all to this city for four years, and I realize it will never be enough.  I went to the Pro Bowl last year and resurrected this team from the darkness, and nobody cared.”

Not true. People cared. Take a look at your jersey sales and you’ll see the light. One good season does not give you the right to even compare yourself to two Hall of Famers. Get real.

“People in this town believe they are entitled to too much.  They have been disrespectful to me and my family.  I’ve gone out in public with my family and have had to deal with being called foul names.  My parents have been called vulgar things at restaurants.” 

On behalf of my fellow intelligent Browns fans, I do apologize for the drunken few who allegedly has been disrespectful to your family. There is no excuse for that.

“My biggest problem is that I actually give a damn,” Edwards said.  “I’m always rushing back from surgeries and injuries, never missing games or practices.  But through this, I’ve learned how to overcome adversity.  I’m also proud of how my foundation has taken off.  I’ve been doing all this community service in Cleveland . . .  my charity efforts will only be in Detroit from now on.”

You are SUPPOSED to rush back from injury. That’s your job. What burns me the most is threatening to take away your charity efforts from Cleveland. You get booed and that’s your reaction? That’s great. True  volunteers NEVER boast about what they did for any community… they just do it and never expect any special recognition in return. Go home to Detroit. Please do.

I’m tired of these millionaires crying woe is me, while millions are out of work.

By the way… you will NEVER be the national superstar you think you are. You are not LeBron James. Actually I think if LeBron suited up he would a do better job than your sorry ass.

When it comes do to it… Edwards is upset because he will not get the new contract (he was hoping for).  No matter how much success he achieves, he will be always a LOSER in my book. Ship his ass to Detroit, be with his fellow losers on the worst franchise in the NFL (and maybe in pro sports). Let’s hope the Lions will bite on a straight up trade.. Edwards for Calvin Johnson.

MovieMace: Terminator and Wolverine Trailers are here!

• Click here to see the trailer for Terminator Salvation. Kicks Metal Ass.
• The Wolverine  trailer is just as good.
• Colonel Tigh sez only one BSG movie is being made.
• Dark Knight and Iron Man made AFI’s top 10 films of 2008. Well deserved.
• Punisher War Zone looks interesting… but I’ll wait ’til DVD release.
• Scribe David Goyer reports Magneto spin-off will depend on the success of Wolverine (you’re kidding me… Wolvie will make some serious scratch).
• Another Alien sequel (sans Predator) in the works? I would like to see the Aliens landing on Earth (wait… that has already be done).
• McG has already signed on for T5.
• More GI Joe Posters here. I don’t know… I like the idea of the Joe’s unis matching… but all black? I think current Army regulation uniforms are more appropiate.
• Rumor central: a Predator sequel involving Arnold’s Dutch in a battle royale on the Predator’s home planet. My suggestion: keep it on the shelf.
• As I was trying to stay up to midnight last night (for work) two of my all-time Top 1o movies were on: Terminator 2 and Independence Day. Strange.
• Speaking of ID4…Will Smith is open to doing several Bad Boys sequels, along with a cool idea for a follow-up to “I am Legend”,  and would keep his mind open about a sequel to Independence Day.

My first post

 

Welcome to the new home of Mace’s Take. I will be covering all sorts of topics including sports, television, film, graphic design and whatever else that may cross my mind.

What A Mess

This pictures sums it up.

What the hell is happening in BrownsTown?

A ineffective QB? A WR who can’t catch? A  head coach who can’t make easy (and obvious) decisions? Star players blasting the team? Teammates arguing on the field and sidelines? A GM who does not care enough? Staph infections? Suspensions?

What happen to the Browns finally getting over the hump?

Its amazing how losing breeds incompetence.

And where the hell is Randy Lerner? As owner he should be stepping in and putting a end to this mess. It’s embarrassing as a fan to support a team that’s obviously falling apart.

Bank on it. Winlsow WILL NOT  be in a Browns uniform next season (unless something drastic happens in the front office).

TV Thoughts

Its 2 months into the new TV season and here are my thoughts…

My current rotation: Mondays- Chuck, Terminator, Heroes.  Tuesdays- Fringe. Wednesdays- Sons of Anarchy. Thursdays- The Office. Sundays- The Amazing Race, Entourage.

New shows Fringe and Sons of Anarchy has made my weekly rotation. Fringe is clearly the best new series on TV and SOA is very interesting. Fringe has already been picked up an entire season, while SOA’s future is unclear. I gather since SOA is on FX… a cable network… it will return for a second season.

I gave both True Blood and Life on Mars a look see. I only watched TB’s pilot and thought it was choppy and the acting sub par. I have not watched it since. I missed the pilot of Mars and only watched 15 minutes of episode 2. It failed to keep my interest. Too bad I really like Harvey Keitel and Michael Imperioli. Recently I caught about an hour of the Crusoe pilot– might give it a second peek.

Here are a few more quickies in my rotation:

Heroes-rating are down, but I think that’s because of time-viewers (DVR, TIVO). Monday’s a tough night. I love how the heroes are taking sides. I was kinda surprised at Sharish’s and Skylar’s change of character… but I feel its good for the show.

Chuck- I think this sophomore show has improved over from last season. The only thing I question the Morgan-Chuck on-air time has changed… with Chuck sharing majority of his scenes with Sarah. Morgan has seemed to be delegated to a background character.

Terminator- I like the show… and rumor had the show being cancel this month (which turn out to be false… FOX has picked up the entire season). I feel it needs to be more darker. Also the overload of time traveling and amount of Terminators is too much. Maybe its fact that Sarah Connor is too busy being a Mom, instead of the bad-ass bitch we saw in T2.

The Office- the laughs are down in Scranton, but the show’s overall story has progressed. I hate Jan with a passion. Good for Michael ignoring Jan’s demand to “don’t ever to date Holly”. The whole Jim and Pam long distance relationship is starting to get annoying. I’m rooting for Dwight to win over Angela. Andy needs to regress back to Angry Andy.

The Unit- good start, I think this show should be a little darker too. Like the idea of relocation.. it gives the ladies some sort of purpose. Although I wish the show’s focus should entirely be on the Unit. Don’t know if adding a female operative is a good idea… could be a jump the shark moment.

The Amazing Race- I was originally rooting for team Superbad (frat boys), then it switched to the Geeks, but they got eliminated, now I back with Superbad. I can not stand the Divorcees (aka Man-Haters).

Entourage- interesting to see Vinnie to struggle after the Medellin. Drama is still my fav character and curious to see where the “Ari as a studio exec” goes.

Can’t wait to see the mid-season shows… 24, Friday Night Lights, the final season of Battlestar Galactica, and its sequel Caprica.

Browns are 3-1 in last 4

What a strange season.

Would you want to block this man?

After a very bad week for the team, they rebounded with a important victory on the road.

After starting 0-3, the Browns are 3-1 including victories over the best team in the NFC (Giants) and a 2007 playoff team (Jacksonville). Don’t forget even though they lost to Washington… the team had a chance to win.

DA continued his Jekyll & Hyde routine passing for 245 yards, a touchdown and most importantly… no interceptions. Heiden, Edwards, and Steptoe all turned in long receptions and Lewis ran hard including a TD.

Game ball goes to Shaun “Mr.” Rogers. Sack, leading the team in tackles, blocked kick, big stuff on 3rd down and a recovered fumble. This guy is awesome.

Did I mention how much I am McLovin this defense? Yes, they are stil having problems vs. the run (23rd in the NFL), but they ranked 10th vs the pass and the most importantly… #7 in scoring defense.

Thoughts about OSU-PSU

Chaulk this one up to a battle of two tough defenses. Although I was not too impressed with the Penn State “HD” offense, their defense was simply awesome. Any team that can shut down Beanie Wells is impressive.

After the first half I thought to myself the team who benefits from the first mistake will win the game. Yes, it was Terrelle Pryor’s mistake, but hang your head high, Terrelle… you will get your changes.

A few last points… Daryll Clark should embarressed on how he acted on the sidelines during Penn State’s winning drive. Dazed by a blow to the head, Clark was benched. As the back-up, who was helped GREATLY by a questionable interference call (the ball was uncatchable), Clark pouted on the sidelines like a spoiled brat. Lastly for all of you media honks who think Joe Pa has anything to do with Penn State’s success… you are fools. Everybody knows (including the Penn State faithful)  Joe is a figure head. He has been for 10 years now. Don’t get me wrong, I respect the man, but let’s call a spade… a spade. Anyways… I do wish PSU good luck because they have earned it.

Cavs Debut Tonight

Pretty excited about the Cavs this year. I think this is the year. GOOD LUCK CAVS!

A loss for words…

I have grown tired of writing about the pro football team that “plays” by the lakefront.

The fact of the matter is three rookies (head coach, QB, and RB) beat a team that boasted 6 Pro Bowlers last year.

Sorry Browns Fans, this is not the same organization that left the city in 1995. Say what you will about Modell, he did find a way to put a quality team on the field. The new Browns are a joke. No drive, no heart, no toughness, no identity. Just an mess in all phases- on the field, the sidelines, and front office.

Anyways… good news is the Browns will win Thursday night. If we have learned anything… one bad game, one good game… that sums up the season.

Finally!

Well its about time. Brady Quinn will get his first start.

Do I think the best move? I have no idea. I do know this: Anderson had the worst passing rating (69) and completion percentage (49.8) among starting QBs in the NFL.It doesn’t take a genius to figure out a change had to be made.  Although he had a few drop passes, but most of his throws were behind, at the knees or over the head of wide-open receivers. He decision making was the worst… throwing to the wrong spot, team or into triple coverage. He cost the Browns three games, including losses to hated rivals Ravens and Steelers.

Was it too late? Maybe. Do I think Quinn is the answer? Well, he can’t be worst than Anderson.

Much has been made of the “short” week. I don’t think its that a big of a deal since they will be playing against the Denver 29th ranked Defense. I expect the

 

Browns to run Jamal Lewis 30 times and count on Brady to throw short and intermediate plays.

Sidenote: John Clayton reported on Mike & Mike that the Vikings has interest in DA. I think you can add the Chiefs too. I don’t think they (the Browns) will get what they want (#1 pick)… more likely a 2nd or 3rd round pick.

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Defense Ruins Quinn’s Debute

If you are the Browns you are exstatic about Quinn’s first start but pissed off that your defense gave up a 2 touchdown lead. I don’t understand it. I just don’t. How can you give up that many points in back-to-back weeks? Is it coaching? Players? I have no answers.

I will say one thing its NOT the defensive line. Its the linebackers. The DL is doing its job, plugging the holes, so the linebackers can make the plays. Unfortunately our linebackers can’t tackle and put any serious pressure on the quarterback.

Whatever Jamal Lewis had last season… its gone this year. No reason NOT to put an 100 yards against the Broncos. Time to start thinking about playing Harrison more.

On positive Quinn looked very good in his first start, he was calm, managed the game very well, threw accurate passes, and made quick reads. I am looking forward to see his progression during the season.

Except for three plays (fumble, pass interference, and dropped 4th down pass), Winslow had his best game as a Brown, 10 catches, 110 yards, and 2 touchdowns.

I counted 4 plays on defense if the Browns make just 1 of those plays… they win the game:

• 3 dropped interceptions (2 by McDonald)
• Stop on 4th down

Just one play… that’s all it took. Terrible. Just terrible.

Big Kick Phil

A 56 yarder in cold weather against swirling winds to win the game? No problem, sez Phil Dawson. Dawson is now 22 out of 24 on field goal attempts and deserves serious consideration for the Pro Bowl.

Quinn, although he struggled against a tough Buffalo defense, was able to remain calm and position the team for the victory. That’s the deference between DA and Brady… Brady’s a winner, a leader that you can believe, even though he’s had a tough day, will come through when the team needs that one last drive. Anderson NEVER had it and NEVER will.

Jerome Harrison deserves more time. He can do what Jamal can not do, stretch the defense. Defenses know Lewis, a power back, lacks the speed to get outside the tackles, so they load up the middle. With Harrison, you have a guy who can a great burst speed, and cause match-up problems coming out of the back field.

You know what college running back has BOTH speed and power? You know it. Beanie Wells. Just a thought.

Braylon, although he had 8 catches for over 100 yards, had 5 drops, including 3 for-sure receptions. I keep hearing you can teach somebody to catch the ball. I don’t believe it. But if I’m the Browns, I give Edwards one more year to turn it around.

The defense (excluding Mr. Rogers) is terrible. Yes, they did cause 4 turnovers, but once again failed to put any pressure on the QB. I lost count on miss-tackles. Andra Davis had at least 6 (maybe more) including a total wiff of Lynch during his TD catch.

Kudos to Brandon McDonald for bouncing back from back-to-back bad games. I don’t believe his starter material, but a good nickle or dime guy. Hopefully the Browns feel the same.

How about the effort of Mr. Rogers? On that tip pass for INT, Rogers was TRIPLED teamed and he still got his hand on the ball. Rogers deserves a Pro Bowl nod.

Final Nail In The Coffin

Another week, another embarrassing lost. I would be shocked in Romeo is NOT fired at season’s end.

I am embarrassed to be a Browns fan today considering a few cheered when DA was injured. Like him or hate him… there is no reason to cheer when a player is down. I don’t know what happen to the fans, but its pretty obvious the quality ones did not return in 1999. More than likely its the ones who have never played sports or have been injured while playing. For those of you who cheered… be ashamed. Be very ashamed.

Sorry, Chuck

Chuck has been taken off my tv rotation. Nothing to do with the show, more of a time issue. With freelance, helping my wife with our baby, and the holidays… it was time to cut somebody.

I hope to catch up around the New Year, hopefully on NBC.com.

With Sons of Anarchy and Entourage now on hiatus… here’s my lineup:

• Monday- Terminator, Heroes
• Tuesday- Fringe
• Thursday- The Office
• Saturday- College Football
• Sunday- NFL, The Amazing Race, The Unit
• Various days- Cavs Basketball

More TV tidbits:

• 24, Friday Night Lights and Battlestar Galactica return in January.
• Sons of Anarchy has been picked up for a 2nd season. Season finale was awesome.
• Entourage is a go for season 5. I liked the season finale, but (spoiler alert) I thought the Vince-Eric split should have been a cliffhanger.
• For you Rome fans, a movie is in the works.
• Martin Scorsese (and Mark Walberg) is developing a HBO series based on the early days of Atlantic City. Steve Buscemi is attached to star.  
• Speaking of HBO… can’t wait to see The Pacific in 2009. Based on the Pacific theater during WWII. Brought to you by the geniuses behind Band of Brothers.
• Terminator TSCC was on the brink of being axed, but was picked up for a full season. Glad it was, because the show has picked up the pace; getting better and better each week. I highly doubt Fox would cut the show anyway, considering Terminator Salvation due to be released next year.
• Fringe is the best new show on television  (Fox agrees… the entire season has been picked up.) and Walter Bishop is one of my favorite characters on TV.
• ABC’s line-up is terrible. Not one show is watchable (except Lost).

Terminator Salvation: Sneek Peak on ET

New footage from Terminator Salvation will premiere next week on ET (Tuesday). I have seen the teaser footage, the current trailer, and looks kick ass. Arnie or not, I can’t wait to see this flick. Hopefully McG has not “Charlie Angelized” it.

More Movie tidbits:

• Ghostbusters III is a possibility, but not confirm. The rumor plot includes the original 4 hand over the biz to a new generation of Busters. My thoughts are: II blew and hopefully III will not. Either way… if there is a return… I’ll wait until release on DVD.
• JJ Abrams’s re-boot of Star Trek looks like a winner. Here’s the trailer. 
• Stargate II has been put on hold. Emmerich and Devlin are ready for 2 sequels, but has been told to wait until the television series pays out. A sequel to Independence Day is a possibility, too. Click here to read an interview with Dean Devlin regarding his new series “Leverage” and his thoughts on Stargate and ID4. My thoughts are:  both movies are in my top 10 SciFi movies of all-time and was a faithful viewer of Stargate SG-1  (until RDA left the series) and would like to see sequels. Both sequels will only work if they brought back the leads.
• One film I would to see is the rumored Jaws sequel revolving around Quint and the USS Indianapolis sinking. There has been a script rumor to “floating” around for years (no pun intended).
• A sequel to The Dark Knight has been mention, but Christopher Nolan will not budge until a solid script in place (and no Robin).
• DVDs on my Christmas list:  The Dark Knight and Ironman.
• Indy 5 is in development. Lucas is locked away at Skywalker writing the script. Ford will be back and not playing 2nd fiddle to Shia. Click here to read more.
• I will be renting a few DVDs this weekend on my list (if available): Hancock, Step Bros, Tropic Thunder, X Files: I Want To Believe, and Wanted.
• Speaking of X-Files… Chris Carter revealed a 3rd movie will be determined by DVD sales of I Want To Believe. The plot will be the 2012 alien colonization detailed in the series.
• Add to my must-see list: X-Men Origins: Wolverine.  Click here for new pics from the set.
• Whatever happen to Old School Dos (the follow up to Old School)?  The movie has been back-shelved. The rumored plot has Beanie, Frank, and Mitch battling a new frat on campus led by Frat Pack alumns Ben Stiller and Jack Black. Will Ferrell, who does not like  sequels (so why is he doing Anchorman 2?) balked, but Beanie and Mitch are on board.

Back to C-Town and work.

After spending a entire day in the house (thanks to the rain)… I am looking forward to a day on the beach.

Finally made it to the beach house this afternoon. Really sweet place… a few steps from the beach. Looking forward to a great week of relaxing.

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Browns’ Options: 2009 Free Agency and Draft

The Browns have numerous holes to fill in 2009 specifically at linebacker, cornerback, and wide receiver. The team also could be adding to the offensive line, safety, and possibly a eventually replacement at running back.

Notes:

• Since the season is not over, status of free agents within this post can change by the off-season.
• They are a few underclassmen (yet to declare) listed.
• A new head coach might reflect a few changes in needs. But based on current roster I do not think there will major differences.

Linebacker

Needs: a inside linebacker who can tackle and  outside pass rusher. Top Free Agents: Ray Lewis, Terrell Suggs, Bart Scott, Jonathan Vilma, Mike Peterson. Top Draft Prospects: James Laurinaitus, Aaron Curry, Rey Maualuga. My Take: I highly doubt they will make a run at Lewis, but Suggs and Scott are possibilities. My thoughts are the Ravens will sign one of the three… Suggs. Peterson might be a fallback option. Both Laurinaitus and Maualuga are fits. Although Little Animal would be the fan’s choice (I can see the spiked shoulder pads in the stands now), I would go with Rey. Analysis: Any of the players mention above would be a major upgrade. I expect them to sign (or draft) at least one starter. My money is on a free agent.

Cornerback

Needs: physical corner with exceptional cover skills and size. Top Free Agents:Will Allen, Nnamdi Asomugha. Top Draft Prospects: Malcom Jenkins, Vontae Davis, Alphonso Smith. My Take: A little thin in the Free Agent market, Asomugha will be a quality signing, but he is expected to be franchised. The best move is Malcom Jenkins. If he’s there… you take him. Based on their needs… he is the best player they can draft. Davis is a good option, but I don’t like drafting one-year wonders. Analysis: I am betting they will take a hard look at Jenkins and will take him if he’s there. Instant starter is hard to pass up. As of right now… the Browns will be drafting in the 1st round around picks 7 through 10… Jenkins should be there.

Wide Receiver

Needs:#2 wide receiver with great hands and good route running. Top Free Agents: TJ Houshmandzadeh, Jabar Gaffney, Miles Austin, Bobby Engram. Top Draft Prospects:Michael Crabtree, Jeremy Maclin, Derrick Williams, Brian Robiskie. My Take:Not a good year for sigining Free Agent WRs. Other than Houshmandzadeh, you are getting a #3 guy at best. Crabtree is the only vaible first round option at WR, but I doubt the Browns would waist their 1st pick on a WR. Analysis:It really depends on the Browns approach. If they go through the draft… Robiskie or Williams will be available in the 2nd or 3rd round.. a good spot to pick a receiver. If the Browns feel they need a good #3 possession type guy… Engram might be a good option (but then there’s the question of age and injury). In a perfect world they would break the bank on Houshmandzadeh… but I think he’s looking to play for a contender.

Running Back

Needs: bruiser back with size and speed. Top Free Agents:Correll Buckhalter, Brandon Jacobs. Top Draft Prospects:Beanie Wells, Knowshon Moreno. My Take: Not a good year to be looking for a eventually replacement for Jamal Lewis UNLESS you have a chance at Wells. Jacobs is an obivous choice, but I expect him to be franchised (or re-sign with NYG). I only mention Buckhalter, because of what Michael Turner is doing this year. The perfect choice is another Buckeye… Beanie Wells, who is often compared to a young Jamal Lewis (but bigger and faster). You can’t find a better fit for this offense. Analysis:I think the Browns KNOW Lewis is no longer the answer and Harrision is too small to run between the tackles. Wells can be the answer but with his injury history, might cause him to fall a few spots in the draft. I feel the Browns will take a wait-and-see approach. If Jason Wright re-signs, that will be the first indicator they will stick as-is.

Offensive Line

Needs: A brute who can run block and protect the QB on the right side. Top Free Agents: Matt Birk (C), Marc Colombo (T), Jordan Gross (T), Tra Thomas (T), Jon Ruyan (T), Mike Goff (G). Top Draft Prospects: Andre Smith (T), Michael Oher (T), Eugene Monroe (T), Jason Smith (T). My Take: Great year for tackle shopping. Free Agency or Draft… you can improve for sure at Right Tackle. Matt Birk should be most sought after lineman and looks like the Vikings will not franchise him. Analysis: I feel the Browns will upgrade at least one of the following positions… center, right guard, or right tackle. Kevin Shaffer is a liability (without help), so it makes most sense to sign a starting guard or replace Shaffer at tackle.

Safety

Needs: physical run stopper who is all over the field. Top Free Agents:Mike Brown, Brian Dawkins, Dawan Landry, Darren Sharper.  Top Draft Prospects: Taylor Mays, William Moore. My Take:the Browns are not expected to  bring back Sean Jones. Considering the free agent class, this could be a wise move. Brown, Dawkins are solid replacements and Landry is a up-and-coming performer. Sharper would be a short-term answer. Mays is the only rookie that is ideal, but I doubt they will use their first pick on a safety. Analysis: I think the front office considers Mike Adams a fall back replacement for Jones, and will keep Jones in mind, because he’ll come cheap. In the end, unless they can sign Landry or draft Mays… I expect them to be very quiet regarding safety.

Final Analysis: In Free Agency they will have opportunity to sign proven All-Pro talent at linebacker and offensive tackle. For the draft… they should have a shot at the following players: Malcom Jenkins, Vontae Davis, Rey Maualuga, James Laurinaitus, and Aaron Curry. Any of these players will be an instant starter. Also they have a legit chance at a #2 or #3 WR in the 2nd/3rd rounds.