Let's not believe anything from now until draft day . If so, Welcome to the next phase of the franchise.. gotta beat out the Falcons for him, and they have more ammo to offer St. Louis.
I have predicted for months that the Jets would trade up as you all know. I just don't see it to number 2. If the Rams sign somebody though the whole world will be beating Atlanta's door down. Especially if they take Dorsey. Oh and McShay said a few minutes ago that the Pats may be thinking of trading up to take Long too. He didn't say they were but that they might.
I HIGHLY doubt if they trade up it will be for Matt Ryan. IF we do trade up it'll be either for Gholston or Chris Long
And thats exactly what Atlanta would love, more picks on day one, and the ability to go get who they want- calculated needs. Atlanta, if they play it right, could win alot more games than people think.
We would be trading up for Long, McFadden, or Gholston. Why would you think it's for Ryan? The only way we take Ryan is if all of the above I listed are gone by #6...makes no sense to trade up for Ryan considering what we would have to give up to move to #2. I'll believe it when it happens...
Possibly this years first and next years second. I don't think we would give both our 1st and 2nd this year. Maybe have to throw in a 4th if they take next year's second.
Dolphins, Long persevereposted: Tuesday, April 22, 2008 | Print Entry Dolphins, Long persevereposted: Tuesday, April 22, 2008 | Print Entry Getting Jake Long signed to a five-year, $57.75 million contract five days before the draft wasn't easy for the Dolphins or Long's representatives. In fact, it almost didn't happen. Both sides were stalled Monday on ways to complete a complicated deal that included $30 million on guarantees. At one point, according to a source, the negotiations were falling apart. With a possible uncapped year in 2010, there were problems reaching agreements on what happens if there is a lockout or a strike in 2011. Over the past couple of days, both sides were able to agree on the numbers by making compromises. The Dolphins did not want to give Long less in potential earnings than the Raiders gave to QB JaMarcus Russell, who signed a six-year, $61 million contract that included $32 million in guarantees. The solution was a five-year deal, which could be a windfall for Long once his rookie contract elapses. The Dolphins and Long's agent, Tom Condon, worked until 1:30 a.m. Tuesday morning. They made enough progress that Condon flew to Miami and finished the deal. Long is expected to have a $3 million cap number on the contract. He's also the first offensive lineman in NFL history to get a $10 million-a-year contract. Rams on the clock: Now that Long is locked in as the No. 1 pick, the Rams have to start getting serious about their plans at No. 2. LSU defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey is their top-rated player and would be a perfect fit for their defense. The Rams have a solid trade offer from New Orleans, which has the No. 10 pick. According to a source, the Rams have exchanged some trade ideas with the New York Jets, who have the No. 4 pick. If the second scenario came to fruition, the Rams could move backward and take defensive end Chris Long. The simple concept, though, would be to start working on a deal with Dorsey and try to get him signed. Ravens hoping Ryan slips: Jake Long's signing makes the Ravens interested spectators regarding the Rams and the No. 2 pick. If the Rams take Dorsey, the Ravens are probably not going to get QB Matt Ryan at No. 8. With Steve McNair retiring, the Ravens are looking to select a quarterback in the first two rounds. If Jake Long and Dorsey are selected in the top two, the Falcons will probably take the Ryan, putting the Ravens in position to take one of the other quarterbacks in the draft. McFadden update: Darren McFadden is a consideration for the Rams at No. 2 pick, even though the team has Steven Jackson, but it would be a long shot for the Arkansas running back to end up in St. Louis. It appears the Jets like McFadden. Other people in the Raiders' organization besides Al Davis appear to be in McFadden's corner. If that's the case, don't expect any kind of major drop for McFadden. Be the first to comment on "Dolphins, Long persevere" Getting Jake Long signed to a five-year, $57.75 million contract five days before the draft wasn't easy for the Dolphins or Long's representatives. In fact, it almost didn't happen. Both sides were stalled Monday on ways to complete a complicated deal that included $30 million on guarantees. At one point, according to a source, the negotiations were falling apart. With a possible uncapped year in 2010, there were problems reaching agreements on what happens if there is a lockout or a strike in 2011. Over the past couple of days, both sides were able to agree on the numbers by making compromises. The Dolphins did not want to give Long less in potential earnings than the Raiders gave to QB JaMarcus Russell, who signed a six-year, $61 million contract that included $32 million in guarantees. The solution was a five-year deal, which could be a windfall for Long once his rookie contract elapses. The Dolphins and Long's agent, Tom Condon, worked until 1:30 a.m. Tuesday morning. They made enough progress that Condon flew to Miami and finished the deal. Long is expected to have a $3 million cap number on the contract. He's also the first offensive lineman in NFL history to get a $10 million-a-year contract. Rams on the clock: Now that Long is locked in as the No. 1 pick, the Rams have to start getting serious about their plans at No. 2. LSU defensive tackle Glenn Dorsey is their top-rated player and would be a perfect fit for their defense. The Rams have a solid trade offer from New Orleans, which has the No. 10 pick. According to a source, the Rams have exchanged some trade ideas with the New York Jets, who have the No. 4 pick. If the second scenario came to fruition, the Rams could move backward and take defensive end Chris Long. The simple concept, though, would be to start working on a deal with Dorsey and try to get him signed. Ravens hoping Ryan slips: Jake Long's signing makes the Ravens interested spectators regarding the Rams and the No. 2 pick. If the Rams take Dorsey, the Ravens are probably not going to get QB Matt Ryan at No. 8. With Steve McNair retiring, the Ravens are looking to select a quarterback in the first two rounds. If Jake Long and Dorsey are selected in the top two, the Falcons will probably take the Ryan, putting the Ravens in position to take one of the other quarterbacks in the draft. McFadden update: Darren McFadden is a consideration for the Rams at No. 2 pick, even though the team has Steven Jackson, but it would be a long shot for the Arkansas running back to end up in St. Louis. It appears the Jets like McFadden. Other people in the Raiders' organization besides Al Davis appear to be in McFadden's corner. If that's the case, don't expect any kind of major drop for McFadden. Be the first to comment on "Dolphins, Long persevere"
Bryan Thomas and a couple of fourth rounders to go along with our first? If we're moving up it's gotta be for either Gholston or C.Long
It makes sense for a team to trade up ahead of Atlanta to take Matt Ryan. It just doesn't make sense for THIS team to trade up to take Matt Ryan. The draft value would be equivalent to about 2 2nd rounders to move up, and QB is a position that can be addressed later if they choose. The only player that doesn't seem to have much of a chance of dropping to 6 is Chris Long. If they move up, that's who it would be for. I just don't see them making that move.
If they are convinced Matt Ryan is a franchise QB, they have to do whatever it takes to get him. I believe if we are really trying to get to 2, it is for Ryan and Ryan only.
yup I agree we would move up for Long or gholston but I would be surprised if we moved up that high, plus the Rams really need Dorsey. so when Dorsey is gone us moving up to #3 with Atlanta is a real possibility.
