This is going to be one awesome receiver battle at camp

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Gibson, Pettis, Salas, Amendola, Givens, Quick, Alexander, Smith, Curry, and the UDFAs they're bringing in.

Gibson keeps surviving. I don't know why, but he does. I have to wonder if something is holding him back other than his talent. Sure, he's not flashy or a stud or anything, but I could show you highlights of him catching balls that very few receivers could catch. And there are a lot of them. He's only problem is inconsistency. Can Sherman coach him up? Is there even room for him now? He survived the first wave of cuts, so I guess they saw some stuff on tape they liked.

Amendola now has a few dudes breathing down his neck after signing that tender. Salas, Givens, Pettis, all Z receivers. Salas could potentially be a perimeter receiver, and maybe that's where he'll be trying out. But against Smith, Alexander, Quick? Sure. Why not? Teams typically have 4 X/Y receivers. Are we gonna go 4 wide more often, or are there going to be some painful cuts coming up this summer?

Curry? I hope he gets a shot to compete at starting WR, but I think he's developed a niche for himself as a special teams ACE. Not all starters are special teamers, so it's just a matter of manipulating the numbers to always carry him on the starting 46. He and Quinn are almost invaluable to special teams, and you can bet your ass John Fassel is going to lobby to keep Curry on the team.

Anyway. I know it's early, but how do you see the depth chart shaking out?

 

[Ramhusker]

I don't even care to speculate who will get cut from this pool of WRs. I like them all and hate to see any go but you don't have but so many roster spots for WRs. I have a feeling though that that 4 game suspension that Pettis has coming up isn't going to help his case at all. And you won't be able to hide Givens on any practice squad.

 

[bluecoconuts]

Since we had another bold prediction, lets keep it going.

We keep 6 receivers.

Amendola, Givens, Quick, Smith, Salas, Gibson.

Pettis continues his suspension for two games. After two games Pettis comes back and Gibson is traded away for a mid-late draft pick.

 

[RamFan503]

Not sure who we lose out of that list but I guarantee you that at least one of them goes to another team and puts up pretty decent numbers. It's what we do.

Realistically, I don't think Fisher/Snead take two WRs where they did and bring in Smith if they think Alexander, Curry, Gibson are real viable options.

Curry could stick as a special teams guy but I really think DX and Gibson will be gone.

 

[Cullen Bryant]

I think it's safe to assume that Quick and Givens are locks, I would also assume Salas and Amandola are locks. That leaves two or three spots for the rest of the lot. If they are healthy and not limited than I think DX and Steve Smith would be the next two in, if they keep 7 then I'd say Curry, but who knows maye Pettis will surprise this year and you can never count Gibson out.

 

[steferfootball]

Since we had another bold prediction, lets keep it going.

We keep 6 receivers.

Amendola, Givens, Quick, Smith, Salas, Gibson.

Pettis continues his suspension for two games. After two games Pettis comes back and Gibson is traded away for a mid-late draft pick.

Unless I'm missing someone, this is the way I want it to go.

 

[Sum1]

Lot's of possibilities here. It seems every year it looks clear and it ends up being something that nobody predicted.

My best guess right now is:

Quick
Givens
Amendola
Salas
Smith
Gibson or Alexander

Pettis to the PS.

 

[Yamahopper]

I think the to 5 are cut and dried if Smith has anyrhing left in his knee. I wouldn't be suprised if another vet was brought into camp to play the X as insurance. Till Quick gets up to speed which might not be long the X has the least depth.
To me the real question is the number kept and who out of that can play special teams. And for once I would like to see Curry get a fair chance to get some reps at WR.

 

[Sum1]

I think something that separates this regime from the past is that when they say something/give information they mean it.

And I firmly believe that they are drafting players with a solid purpose in mind...not a see what sticks kind of thing.

I also think that Fisher, unlike Spags and company, are looking for guys that can play offense/defense first and ST second...rather than the other way around that always seemed to be the Spags route.

 

[smram]

Lot's of possibilities here. It seems every year it looks clear and it ends up being something that nobody predicted.

My best guess right now is:

Quick
Givens
Amendola
Salas
Smith
Gibson or Alexander

Pettis to the PS.

My prediction is:
Quick
Givens
Danny
Smith
Salas
I'm mixed on this next one. It would make sense to cut ties with DX because you can't depend on him but he does have great ability. They could go with him as insurance at the starting X because he fits that best and we know it would only be temporary until Quick is ready. Then DX can go to the bench and be a specialist. The other part of me says, just end this uncertainty with him and keep someone dependable. Like:
Curry- The ST Ace

Pettis not PS eligable.


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scout_team
National Football LeagueEach NFL team may keep up to eight members on its "practice squad" in addition to the 53-member main roster. They consist mostly of rookies who were cut in training camps and borderline NFL-caliber players. Both rookies and young veterans are eligible for the practice squad. However, a player cannot participate on the practice squad for more than three seasons, or if he has accrued a year of NFL experience (six or more games on a club's 53-man active roster or official Injured Reserve list.) If the player was on the active list for fewer than 9 games during their "only Accrued Season(s)", he maintains his eligibility for the practice squad. Games in which a player is listed as the third-string quarterback (a designation that has been abolished as of 2011) do not count as being on the active list.[1]

 

[Sum1]

Lot's of possibilities here. It seems every year it looks clear and it ends up being something that nobody predicted.

My best guess right now is:

Quick
Givens
Amendola
Salas
Smith
Gibson or Alexander

Pettis to the PS.

My prediction is:
Quick
Givens
Danny
Smith
Salas
I'm mixed on this next one. It would make sense to cut ties with DX because you can't depend on him but he does have great ability. They could go with him as insurance at the starting X because he fits that best and we know it would only be temporary until Quick is ready. Then DX can go to the bench and be a specialist. The other part of me says, just end this uncertainty with him and keep someone dependable. Like:
Curry- The ST Ace

Pettis not PS eligable.


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scout_team
National Football LeagueEach NFL team may keep up to eight members on its "practice squad" in addition to the 53-member main roster. They consist mostly of rookies who were cut in training camps and borderline NFL-caliber players. Both rookies and young veterans are eligible for the practice squad. However, a player cannot participate on the practice squad for more than three seasons, or if he has accrued a year of NFL experience (six or more games on a club's 53-man active roster or official Injured Reserve list.) If the player was on the active list for fewer than 9 games during their "only Accrued Season(s)", he maintains his eligibility for the practice squad. Games in which a player is listed as the third-string quarterback (a designation that has been abolished as of 2011) do not count as being on the active list.[1]

Ahh...thought it was more games than that.

Either way, I don't know how good of a shot he has compared to some of the others. I'd say give them all a shot and let the cream rise.

In all honesty, if Alexander out performs the others for the 6th spot...then later in the season gets injured again, so be it. We're talking about the 6th spot. No mater how you slice it, the 6th receiver spot is rarely anything to push you over the top or much value.

Anyone remember the 6th receiver in 1999?...it was Chris Thomas...WHO?

 

[smram]

Lot's of possibilities here. It seems every year it looks clear and it ends up being something that nobody predicted.

My best guess right now is:

Quick
Givens
Amendola
Salas
Smith
Gibson or Alexander

Pettis to the PS.

My prediction is:
Quick
Givens
Danny
Smith
Salas
I'm mixed on this next one. It would make sense to cut ties with DX because you can't depend on him but he does have great ability. They could go with him as insurance at the starting X because he fits that best and we know it would only be temporary until Quick is ready. Then DX can go to the bench and be a specialist. The other part of me says, just end this uncertainty with him and keep someone dependable. Like:
Curry- The ST Ace

Pettis not PS eligable.


http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Scout_team
National Football LeagueEach NFL team may keep up to eight members on its "practice squad" in addition to the 53-member main roster. They consist mostly of rookies who were cut in training camps and borderline NFL-caliber players. Both rookies and young veterans are eligible for the practice squad. However, a player cannot participate on the practice squad for more than three seasons, or if he has accrued a year of NFL experience (six or more games on a club's 53-man active roster or official Injured Reserve list.) If the player was on the active list for fewer than 9 games during their "only Accrued Season(s)", he maintains his eligibility for the practice squad. Games in which a player is listed as the third-string quarterback (a designation that has been abolished as of 2011) do not count as being on the active list.[1]

Ahh...thought it was more games than that.

Either way, I don't know how good of a shot he has compared to some of the others. I'd say give them all a shot and let the cream rise.

In all honesty, if Alexander out performs the others for the 6th spot...then later in the season gets injured again, so be it. We're talking about the 6th spot. No mater how you slice it, the 6th receiver spot is rarely anything to push you over the top or much value.

Anyone remember the 6th receiver in 1999?...it was Chris Thomas...WHO?

IMO, DX has the best skills for that X position and to hold the fort until Quick is up to speed. I guess the question is, do we want him holding a roster spot from a healthy able body? I'm good either way, just not sure Fisher is. Pretty sure they'll just take another guy next year early if they want ot kill the DX experiment. Right now I just want to win and if nobody has the upside to unseat DX, I'm good with that for another year at least. By the looks of this draft, we'll have no shortage of special teams demons, although I love Curry for his craft. My heart won't be broken either way.
To me, Pettis is out, suspension doesn't help his cause and his limited upside doesn't either. Be gone, Gibson as well.

 

[Faceplant]

Yep^^^. I think we are all going to be pleasantly surprised with just how good Quick is.....and how "quickly" he becomes a force in this league. I had heard of him prior to the draft, but had not seen much film on him until the last couple of days. He just looks fluid to me, in a way I haven't seen since Ike was here. I know he isn't a burner, but something about his game just seems smooth and effortless. The sooner we can get him some actual coaching, the better. Just talked to a friend of mine (Cowgirls fan) who says he has heard many times before and after the draft that Quick will prove to be the 2nd best, and quite possibly THE best WR of this years crop. All speculation for now, but I am digging the combo of Quick/DX, Givens, Danny, Kendricks and Pead in an 11 personnel. Speed kills.....

 

[JdashSTL]

Im really anxious to see how Steve Smith looks. This guy had 100+ receptions for the Giants in 2009. Hes our most experienced WR. It all depends on his health.

 

[DR RAM]

It's going to be a hell of a comp at DB too.

Murphy tweeted "The fire is lit" after the draft.

 

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It's going to be a hell of a comp at DB too.

Murphy tweeted "The fire is lit" after the draft.

Murphy's gonna be a badass nickel corner. I remember when he was first drafted, he said that was where he was most comfortable. Playing down hill and making plays on the receiver. Not the ball, the receiver. Dude likes to lay the wood, so I can see how some can envision him as a safety. I think he's going to be the nickel corner though. And a good one. The extra DB that Fisher likes to use in lieu of a linebacker.

 

[Speeps]

There will be a lot of competition on this team aside from the Wide Receiver battle. The Cornerback position battle will be interesting as well.

Steve Smith, Danny Amendola, Brian Quick, and Chris Givens seem like locks to make the roster. Salas has a high possibility of making it. After that, I have no idea.

 

[smram]

It's going to be a hell of a comp at DB too.

Murphy tweeted "The fire is lit" after the draft.

Murphy's gonna be a badass nickel corner. I remember when he was first drafted, he said that was where he was most comfortable. Playing down hill and making plays on the receiver. Not the ball, the receiver. Dude likes to lay the wood, so I can see how some can envision him as a safety. I think he's going to be the nickel corner though. And a good one. The extra DB that Fisher likes to use in lieu of a linebacker.

I can see how Fish would absolutely love Murphy's skills. The competition will be very stiff for nickel, especially when you consider that with the top three in no particular order could very well be Courtland, Fletcher and Jenkins with both Finnegan and Jenkins being really good in that role. Finnigan has slid inside a lot in his career with three WR's on the field, loves it and is great at it. Jenkins has a lot of film inside and is really good as well. These guys all need to see the field hopefully.

I hope they give Murphy a fair shake and can utilize him, because he has a nastiness that Fisher and us fans will love I'm sure. Could be more like the dime guy possibly and it sounds like the staff love True Johnson a lot. I think the real battle will be between Johnson and Murphy because they are very close in skills, very comparible. Hopefully even the guy that loses the battle will be used in some capacity, safety, LB/DB Hybrid, whatever. Never know, one could even unseat Fletch if he isn't healthy.

 

[TK42-RAM]

Should be very interesting to see which way we go.

 

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Should be very interesting to see which way we go.

Yup. I'm really looking forward to the camp reports this year. Cain't wait.

Welcome to the forum by the way, Stormtrooper. :yeh: