Cowboys might have already signed FS - Dallas Cowboys Forum

Cogan · 06-03-2005

So much has been made of Pete Hunter moving over to free safety, that a player we signed in the off-season who has the size, & is a proven playmaker has hardly been mentioned. Of course, the player I'm speaking of is none other than Anthony Henry. I know what you're all thinking-spend that much money on a FS? Why not? When you look at the scheme of ANY defense, the free safety is the centerpiece. He's the guy who has the chance to play centerfield, and make a ton of plays.

Earlier in one of this year's mini-camps, Spagnola mentioned in DC.com that Henry looked a little stiff as a corner, and that Hunter actually looked more like a natural CB. He's absolutely correct. Living in NE Ohio, I have the opportunity to watch the Browns almost weekly during the season, & have followed Henry's career since his rookie year, when he intercepted nine passes. (I have included the video.) As you can see by the video, he is a natural playmaker, with great hands.

A.H. is about the same size as Lance Schulters, with a better health record, so why bring him in? With Henry at FS, we could start Hunter or Glenn opposite Newman, with the odd man coming in to cover the slot in the nickle. It would cover the only position that is currently left open, and would give younger players like K.Davis the chance to play special teams while working at becoming a better FS.

With Henry & Williams manning the safety positions, & Newman and Glenn covering the corners, we would have one of the best secondaries in the league. Of course, this all depends on if Henry is willing, & able to play the position, which I have no doubt, with his natural athletism, he does.

Here is the clip:

02.21.02 > Season Highlights: Anthony Henry

speedkilz88 · 06-03-2005

When you pay a guy a ten million dollar signing bonus to play corner, then you play the guy at corner.

bsheeern · 06-03-2005

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Originally Posted by speedkilz88

When you pay a guy a ten million dollar signing bonus to play corner, then you play the guy at corner.

When you pay a guy a ten million dollar signing bonus, He plays wherever you need him too!!

KDWilliams85 · 06-03-2005

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Originally Posted by bsheeern

When you pay a guy a ten million dollar signing bonus, He plays wherever you need him too!!

[font=Tahoma]You are indeed blinded. You don't pay a man $10 million in bonus money to play a position that doesn't warrant that kind of money. [/font]

TonyS · 06-03-2005

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[font=Tahoma]You are indeed blinded. You don't pay a man $10 million in bonus money to play a position that doesn't warrant that kind of money. [/font]

I think that the point that is trying to be made here is that...

if the results from training camp show that Hunter can be a better CB than Henry and that Henry can be a better FS than our other prospects, it would be better for the sake of winning games, for Henry to play FS, regardless of the money he makes.

FA signings fizzle out a lot. It would be better to play Henry at FS if he doesn't show enough at CB, but shows something at FS rather than have him riding the pine for $10 million sb.

Until they get to camp, the point is moot. I personally hope Henry does great at CB and Davis excels as FS.

Hollywood Henderson · 06-03-2005

Its quite silly to just say he makes too much money to play FS...
You pay the bonus to WIN...

I am all for whatever helpes this team do just that...

I still think Hunter makes the best FS, but time will tell what happens...

Spontae · 06-03-2005

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Originally Posted by speedkilz88

When you pay a guy a ten million dollar signing bonus to play corner, then you play the guy at corner.

Um, then why did OG Larry Allen get signed for tackle money?

Duane · 06-03-2005

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Originally Posted by Spontae

Um, then why did OG Larry Allen get signed for tackle money?

Because he's been the best guard in the NFL over the last ten years. You over pay for future HOF players. You don't over pay for above average corners and hope to convert them to safeties.

twa · 06-03-2005

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Um, then why did OG Larry Allen get signed for tackle money?

UUH......He looks good in the shower?

**jobberone** · 06-03-2005

Interesting thought.

I suspect injuries will play a role and force some decisions as well as some people playing below expectations and others either doing better or coming out of no where making other decisions easy.

They will find a way to get the best 11 on the field most of the time.

It will fix itself but the FO needs to be prepared this year for the unexpected. No rolling the dice anymore than necessary.

Personally while we have the roster room I think we should look at one of those free safeties out there. Assuming they can be an upgrade.

R u feeling me Bill??

Mike 1967 · 06-03-2005

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Originally Posted by Cogan

So much has been made of Pete Hunter moving over to free safety, that a player we signed in the off-season who has the size, & is a proven playmaker has hardly been mentioned. Of course, the player I'm speaking of is none other than Anthony Henry. I know what you're all thinking-spend that much money on a FS? Why not? When you look at the scheme of ANY defense, the free safety is the centerpiece. He's the guy who has the chance to play centerfield, and make a ton of plays.

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This point has already been well covered in the past on this forum.

KDWilliams85 · 06-03-2005

N-O spells NO!

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speedkilz88 · 06-03-2005

When you decide to pay a guy a ten million signing bonus, you have already determined the guy to be a high quality corner. To move the guy to safety is down right silly and embarrassing because if they do they are admitting to a huge mistake.

Sifillest · 06-03-2005

we dont wanna wear glenn out/get him injured tho....i say hunter can get on the field and play pretty well at either position,since hes going to have 3 proven players around him in the secondary....making his job easier...so we will see