Comments on: Free-agent tackles could have a hard time getting paid http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/ ProFootballTalk on NBCSports.com Fri, 24 May 2013 22:38:01 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.com/ By: 4ever19 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2330505 Mon, 11 Feb 2013 13:07:32 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2330505 Hope my beloved Colts are paying attention. They need all the OL help they can get.

]]> By: greymares http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2329912 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 21:56:07 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2329912 don’t bet on Andy Reid fooling around at left tackle he found out what that was like this year.

]]> By: cornersss http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2329356 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 15:14:38 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2329356 I think the price of left tackles will be going down because of the rookie wage salary cap. Long was one of the last Mega Rookie contracts for top #10 picks before the cap was instated .

I think we are also watching the value of agile centers and guards go up.

]]> By: CKL http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2329059 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 05:24:23 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2329059 Most of us Pats fans will tell you that Cannon ain’t no tackle. Not even Scar can make that happen. He’s a road grading guard.

]]> By: mazblast http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328939 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 03:30:51 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328939 We always hear how guards are less athletic guys who couldn’t cut it at tackle. Why don’t some of these free agent tackles make it known that they’re willing, even eager, to move inside? Versatility is supposed to be valuable, why not show some?

]]> By: thewizardofbs http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328938 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 03:29:48 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328938 For Jake Long, NFL means Not For Long, I hope he studied when he was in school, because he will need a job very soon.

]]> By: itsmammoth http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328785 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:31:07 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328785 Basically, Dallas needs to sign every last one of them.

]]> By: rajbais http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328743 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 01:05:59 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328743 I have a tip: they should all just go to the Arizona Cardinals. They can use anyone along the offensive line.

Although I have read that there Space is as low as $4.7 million but can be as high as $10 million and they can always restructure to bring veterans.

I also have to note that it was so disturbing to see the unexpected declines in place of players like bell and long. Granted those two were in different schemes and maybe they have to find the schemes best fit them.

]]> By: chi01town http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328672 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 00:33:48 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328672 Chicago will get one of these guys but the first pick in the draft will be
used to get another O-linemen as well. Trestmen will protect Cutler both by fixing his O-line and speeding up his release of the ball. Jake Long might not be a bad pick up but dont over pay him

]]> By: navyeoddavee9 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328663 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 00:21:56 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328663 Max Starks also a free agent, very good left tackle, who can also play on the right.

]]> By: metalhead65 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328652 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 00:12:30 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328652 so does this mean the bears will be able to sign more than 1 of these guys? if they can land 3 of those guys Cutler might actually be able show what he can do if he has more than 30 seconds to do something besides run for his life while waiting for marshall to get open.

]]> By: mcjon22 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328651 Sun, 10 Feb 2013 00:12:24 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328651 Any GM who gives Long a Big money contract should be terminated on the spot. The guy got beat like a drum anytime he faced someone with decent speed. He’s Tony Boseli 2.0.

]]> By: narfmoo12 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328572 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 23:11:08 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328572 Listen Florio, you can’t talk about the Eagles not keeping their QBs upright in one article, but then tout Bell as a tackle who could keep an actual NFL-caliber tackle from getting paid. Bell couldn’t keep King Dunlap or Dennis Kelly off the field, or Vick/Foles upright on the field.

]]> By: tonyc920 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328533 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 22:45:50 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328533 I would think the GB Packers will be looking very closely at any of those Left Tackles. If there’s value, Ted Thompson will be all over it. He will not overpay as he has 2 monster deals to make with Aaron and Clay next year.

]]> By: larryboodry http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328513 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 22:29:16 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328513 I wouldn’t mind seeing Long get a fresh start in Chicago, but even if his price is too steep, the Bears have no excuse this off-season not to dramatically improve their o-line.

]]> By: larryboodry http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328504 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 22:24:11 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328504 *Legion* says: Feb 9, 2013 4:10 PM

“Jake Long’s level of play has declined sharply over the past two years. This past season, he was not only way below his previous level of play, but he was flat out mediocre compared to the rest of the league’s starting left tackles.”

You have obviously never heard of J’Marcus Webb.

]]> By: oldbyrd http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328426 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 21:42:40 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328426 Someone would sign D Bell? are you serious. ? He is the worse I have ever seen in 53 years of watching Pro Football.

]]> By: 1stngoal http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328407 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 21:34:56 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328407 Welcome to Green Bay, Mr. Long. PackerNation looks forward to seeing you in Green n’ Gold next fall!!! :-D

]]> By: karlton3 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328386 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 21:17:10 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328386 LOL @ Winston Justice being on the list.

]]> By: *Legion* http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328365 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 21:10:41 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328365 Jake Long’s level of play has declined sharply over the past two years. This past season, he was not only way below his previous level of play, but he was flat out mediocre compared to the rest of the league’s starting left tackles.

]]> By: *Legion* http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328363 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 21:09:02 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328363 Ryan Clady is head and shoulders above the rest of the names on that list. That’s why the Broncos would be willing to franchise him.

Vollmer is really good as well, but he’s also a right tackle, and subsequently a lot easier to replace.

]]> By: tannethrill http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328358 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 21:05:22 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328358 Long is done in Miami

]]> By: gerard33 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328356 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 21:05:10 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328356 Disagree with your Chiefs logic- it’s like not having the #1 pick at all. Better of just keeping Albert and using the first overall pick to further improve a team that, you know, won 2 games

]]> By: helloanybodyhome http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328348 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 21:02:26 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328348 I’m not sure why you even include Demetress Bell, doubt he’ll be getting many offers. He was one of the reasons the Eagles are drafting 4th.

]]> By: thegreatgabbert http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2013/02/09/free-agent-tackles-could-have-a-hard-time-getting-paid/#comment-2328344 Sat, 09 Feb 2013 21:00:15 +0000 http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/?p=1724923#comment-2328344 This is true. But it will be the exceptional draft crop that kills the market for these guys much more so than other free agents, I believe. There are close to half a dozen “franchise” left tackles coming in.

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