jestertj
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I still think TJ has a chance to be a good starter. We saw him start the season looking pretty bad, not throwing very much, and missing open guys when he did throw. Got banged up and missed a couple of starts. After coming back, he looked a little better each week until weeks 15 and 16. Week 17 he looked a little better again. So after having his first full training camp and regular season getting the starters reps, I think he made strides. He looks to have the temperament to be a starter in the league. His obvious needs are improving his footwork and mechanics. Giving him some decent targets that can catch the ball could make a world of difference.
AD looked like an all world rookie to me. He will only get better as he learns all of the things outside of his instinctual running abilities. Once he can stay on the field every down, he should really blossom.
Thankfully, we will probably never see Troy Williamson in a Viking uniform again after that big drop. I hope he's taken care of his money, because he'll never make that money again. At least not in the NFL. Sidney Rice looks to have the ability to develop into a solid #2 WR. I like his potential, but don't think he'll ever be a true #1 unless he really fills out his frame. Bobby Wade should not be anything more than a #3/#4 on a good team. Andre Allison still has a chance, but obviously needs more time. I like to think he has at least #3 ability. I think WR is the co-biggest need on this team (tied with DE). The sad thing is there are no FA WRs that will be able to come in and help. Unless you're talking about T.O. or Randy Moss, WRs don't change teams and dominate very often. Bringing in rookies is an even longer shot. What we saw out of Rice is probably about the most you could expect. It's pretty depressing to know you're likely going to have almost the same WR corps next season.
Shiancoe: bust because he's not that good or because the QB couldn't find him? How about some of both with a sprinkle of bad hands?
Jared Allen. Do EVERYTHING within your means to get this guy if KC doesn't lock him up. Otherwise, you're looking at Edwards, Robison and who? Kenechi's not worth what he's making now, let alone a raise. You can't count on James ever playing again.
I don't think there's any way Dwight Smith returns after butting heads with Childress all season. I'm not as worried about Sharper or the CBs as some others here. Improve the pass rush and watch the CB play improve along with it.
8-8 isn't too bad for starting a rookie QB (yes I know he's technically a 2nd year player). It would have been nice to make the playoffs even if it was a one and done, just to get the feet wet of your young players and give them a taste of the post season.
AD looked like an all world rookie to me. He will only get better as he learns all of the things outside of his instinctual running abilities. Once he can stay on the field every down, he should really blossom.
Thankfully, we will probably never see Troy Williamson in a Viking uniform again after that big drop. I hope he's taken care of his money, because he'll never make that money again. At least not in the NFL. Sidney Rice looks to have the ability to develop into a solid #2 WR. I like his potential, but don't think he'll ever be a true #1 unless he really fills out his frame. Bobby Wade should not be anything more than a #3/#4 on a good team. Andre Allison still has a chance, but obviously needs more time. I like to think he has at least #3 ability. I think WR is the co-biggest need on this team (tied with DE). The sad thing is there are no FA WRs that will be able to come in and help. Unless you're talking about T.O. or Randy Moss, WRs don't change teams and dominate very often. Bringing in rookies is an even longer shot. What we saw out of Rice is probably about the most you could expect. It's pretty depressing to know you're likely going to have almost the same WR corps next season.
Shiancoe: bust because he's not that good or because the QB couldn't find him? How about some of both with a sprinkle of bad hands?
Jared Allen. Do EVERYTHING within your means to get this guy if KC doesn't lock him up. Otherwise, you're looking at Edwards, Robison and who? Kenechi's not worth what he's making now, let alone a raise. You can't count on James ever playing again.
I don't think there's any way Dwight Smith returns after butting heads with Childress all season. I'm not as worried about Sharper or the CBs as some others here. Improve the pass rush and watch the CB play improve along with it.
8-8 isn't too bad for starting a rookie QB (yes I know he's technically a 2nd year player). It would have been nice to make the playoffs even if it was a one and done, just to get the feet wet of your young players and give them a taste of the post season.
