Commander Wolffe

@Anselmheifer I think Payne and Sweat are the most likely to be traded. The case for Payne is Allen would be locked up long term and the pass rush Ioannidis provides would be more valuable. I think Allen gets a long term deal and Ioannidis gets extended again. Settle takes the Payne role and will have less an impact but provide good value. Payne being the odd man out. If I had my say I would keep Payne over Allen but I think timing and circumstances will tilt to Allen's favor. Sweat won't get his deal from us as we can't have two edge rushers getting paid at a premium as we have Chase comming right behind him with a mega deal. By that time we will have a groomed a replacement or a high draft pick investment with another edge.

@stevemcqueen1Looks like Hudson had some success covering a running back two days ago.. I haven't seen or heard anything about Shaka taking reps at SLB yet. I did read up on his linebacker background and the Bruce Irvin comparison. I assume getting acclimated with pass rush responsibilities was the primary focus given he wouldn't be put out in space much? What if we went Shaka, Davis, Hudson with Holocomb in rotation at all the positions? We have good options however it shakes out.

If indeed Holcomb, Davis, Hudson; who do you take off in out sub packages that we utilize more often then base? It's between Holcomb and Hudson at that point. Versatility is nice.

This is another example of the impact of a new regime. A move like this would never have been discussed in the past. Our new FO is forward thinking.

Have to play it out but it could be Cosmi or Charles at RT.

Keep him until the injury bug hits a few teams in training camp and the preseason.

@757SeanTaylor21 Matt Ioannidis

@stevemcqueen1 I agree. I don't want to see Steven Simms at WR or returning punts. Makes me to nervous when the ball is heading in his direction. I like Harmons game more them Cam Simms. Yes he had crucial drops but he made some plays against Pitts..including a big third down one handed grab and he made some catches late against Detroit to extend drives. (If we won; maybe his perception changes a bit) So I can appreciate Cam; but like you prefer Harmon who I believe could have made those plays in addition to snagging the ones he dropped. Mline I'm hoping can replace Humphries next year as the backup slot.

I think there was an article or two after the second Dallas game that provided a positive breakdown of his game and showed flashes. I also remember the pick off of Sudfield in the Philly game. I thought he looked good but FS was so often listed as an area of need I assumed I was missing something.

@Burgundy Yoda I'm not so sure Reaves beats him out. This should be a very competitive position battle. Reaves was an UDFA??

No doubt. I aint mad at them it was funny to me when he mentioned how much they are looking forward to full stadiums. $$$$

All I heard from Roger was he and the owners are ready to make money again.

I like Rodgers as well; watching his tape reminds me of Jarvis Landry with more speed. They have that short and stocky build with quicks. If we go OL/LB early I like adding Rodgers and a guy like Sermon or Hubbard in the 4th. I could also flip it and go with Tylan Wallace in the 4th. Regardless; yes we need OL/LB/TE/FS but I like adding another RB and WR that can play slot like Rodgers who could also handle return duties or an outside physical guy like Wallace.

How does Landon Collins project as an insidebacker? I'm not sure why he would be opposed to it as he plays better in the box.

@Burgundy Yoda If any of the CBs end up being BPA I would be perfectly happy with that outcome. I would also add Trevon Moehrig to the list of first round DBs. This could add coverage versatility to our defense. Giving the pass rush an extra beat to get home.

@stevemcqueen1 I appreciate the clip and write up on Zaven. The bounce in space particularly from the spy position was awesome to see. Mobile Qbs destroy us. Murray, Jackson, Hurts stand out from last year. If we can grab a LB at that size capable of neutralizing some of those Qb runs/scrambles and running backs underneath; sign me up. I think it comes back to his size. He's not undersized or a tweener like the other two highly rated linebackers.

@Die Hard I agree. My take is either Harris or Etienne early or take a flier later in the draft. I also prefer Etienne over Harris.

What happens if Gibson gets hurt? You want Peyton Barber as the lead back? I'm not saying we have to go RB in the first but there is value with Harris and Etienne at 19. If not I would look for one later in the draft round 4-5. Either the cream of the crop or take a flier on a prospect.

Sure you could argue greater "needs" but when drafting at 19 there are a slew of variables in front of us. Drafting the BPA even at RB isn't a need per say but the value that could provide to our offense would be awesome.

Ron and Co. did select Christian McCaffrey at #8 in the first round. If we stay true to our mantra of competition and depth at every position then Harris or Etienne should be in play at #19. I know we enjoyed success with two Rbs last year, but pairing Gibson with one of those studs would be another level and also save the wear and tear on Gibson. Insurance if he misses a couple weeks. Now my unpopular take. I like Etienne over Harris. When I look at Etienne I see Alvin Kamara. I see Harris as quasi-Derrick Henry. I prefer the speed and explosiveness over power. Why did Harris skip the athletic testing? My guess is an average 40 time.

@HigSkin I'm good with any position we select in the first except for defensive line, strong safety and tight end. Bateman would be an awesome outside wr to complement our weapons. I understand he can play slot as well; the most appealing aspect is the offense would have three Wrs who can play outside and inside. With slot depth. This is also why I wouldn't mind if we grab one of the top two RBs in the first.

@DWinzit We could also punt at QB this year and continue to develop Steven Montez. 6'4 231 strong arm and mobile with another year in the system. We also have preseason games this year.

@KDawg I agree. Let's play it out. We should also consider that the value of BS probably won't get much higher then it is now. One minor injury and his price drops some. Can he again play at a high level under the tag? Either way we benefit. To be clear I'm not routing against BS to perform well. My point is if he plays well the team benefits and we still maybe get a deal and if he doesn't we can take some money out of the deal or replace him with Charles, a draft pick this year or a draft pick next year.

Travis Etienne

Watching Travis Etienne highlights. 19 feels a bit rich for a running back but he has explosive traits. How dynamic would our offense be with him and Gibson on the field together in addition to the added depth for the running back room.