Lions trade for Julian Peterson

[Zekyl]

Pro Bowl the last 3 years, I believe? If he's declining, his declined level of play is still better than anything we would have had at the position.

[MoTown]

But is his declining pay worth the money he's making?

[DrRay11]

Hell yeah it is. His bonus money is totally relegated to Seattle's cap; we can cut him whenever the fuck we want at no cap hit.

[Tahoe]

I think this is a good move even with the extra dough. I do think it will be even better of a move if we draft Curry. We will get a LB in the first 3, but he could be really good in that way too.

I think this netted out costing us about 2m extra this year.

[DrRay11]

This year, actually, we take a big cap hit for Redding but, in the future, yes, it's about a little bit extra each year, which should be a great deal.

[Tahoe]

Its over 2m and under 3m.

[Tahoe]

Schwartz mentioned previously that he'd adjust the scheme based on the strengths of our players, and with the right personnel, I could see 3 down linemen in certain situations (with Avril back).

Mayhew also discussed developing a system and philosophy a la the Steelers. The two seem to be in a bit of an oxy moron, but I see where they both fit together; develop a main philosophy but adjust it slightly to the strengths of the players.

Did you see this DrRay? Hybrid Ds. I bet we go to it this year or next. Especially if we draft a Connor Barwin type to add to Avril.

http://www.nfl.com/kickoff/story?id=...o&confirm=true

[DrRay11]

^^That's another reason we may draft the extremely versatile Aaron Curry.

[Tahoe]

The only problem I have with Curry at 1 is the arguments you read about a LB going 1 and the money he will get. OT would be better at 1. If we can move down a about 2 or 3 picks, it would make a huge difference.

Having the number 1 makes me believe it'll be QB or OT.

[DrRay11]

I don't disagree with that, but if Curry comes for a good price I wouldn't mind it at all.

Also, we'll see what happens with Jason Peters & Jay Cutler...