Suppose we draft Howard--TE Alabama

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Lets assume hypothetically that we draft Howard late in the first round or in the early second in a trade down. He is alleged to be the best tight end in the class but a tier below some of the elite tight ends that have been drafted in prior years.

He would obviously be the heir apparent to Witten going that high. With Wittens huge cap hit where do you guys see that leaving Witten? Taking a pay cut to stay a year or two? Being cut as a cap casualty?

Witten could obviously teach the kid a lot, but as a player Witten has seen better days. What do you guys see as the most likely scenario with Witten if we were to go that route?
 
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Until Witten signs his retirement papers, I don't want to see another high pick wasted on a TE we won't/can't use.

They should put their efforts into coaching up Gathers and he might be the guy to replace Witten.
 
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IrishAnto said:
Until Witten signs his retirement papers, I don't want to see another high pick wasted on a TE we won't/can't use.

They should put their efforts into coaching up Gathers and he might be the guy to replace Witten.
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I don't have a problem with that. But you should think J Jones lite re this guy
 
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I'd expect a defensive player to likely be our 1st round preference but, of course, anything can happen. DE and the secondary seems to prioritize our needs but if the BPA commands an offensive pick, I'd have to guess RT, WR and TE would surely rank high on our list.
 
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I would flip out.

I dont care how good he is. If we use ANOTHER draft pick on a tight end i will lose it
 
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No way he falls without character issues... in which case Dallas wouldn't use a first on him anyway.

Also, he isn't a notch below recent TE prospects that have come out. Dude is a real weapon and is very good. Top 15 in all likelihood.

But if he somehow did fall, yeah I'd be ok with it. He would probably be BPA by a mile.
 
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Oh_Canada said:
I'm just hoping Oj Howard doesn't end up in the division.
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He very well could land in New York. Paul Perkins has emerged and almost eliminates a RB in round one.

They have needs at LB and maybe DT.

Howard, Beckham, Shepard ... that may be the best trio in the NFL.
 
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AsthmaField said:
No way he falls without character issues... in which case Dallas wouldn't use a first on him anyway.

Also, he isn't a notch below recent TE prospects that have come out. Dude is a real weapon and is very good. Top 15 in all likelihood.

But if he somehow did fall, yeah I'd be ok with it. He would probably be BPA by a mile.
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Good post by brother. My only question about Howard [a 5 star recruit], had he gone elsewhere does he rise on draft boards? He played on a simple, yet effective offense, that doesn't spread ball around. The kid has it all IMO
 
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I think this is more likely in the mid to late rounds

Name: Michael Roberts

School: Toledo

Ht: 6043

Wt: 261

Arm: 33 2/8

Hand: 11 5/8





Tues: Roberts did a terrific job today. He plays much faster than anyone would expect and runs solid routes. Except for one drop he also caught the ball very well, but he was beat a few times around the edge during blocking drills.

Wed: Except for one bad drop it was a very good day for Roberts. Again, he showed surprising speed and quickness and came away with several tough grabs. Also looked dominant in blocking drills.

Thurs: Another terrific practice from Roberts. He looks incredibly smooth and fluid for a 261-pound tight end and made a lot of nice receptions down the field today.



Analysis: Roberts improved from his impressive performance at last week’s Shrine Game. He’s incredibly fluid and smooth for a 260-pound tight end and catches the ball exceptionally well. Roberts is deceptively quick and plays the game at a good pace. He blocks like an offensive tackle and really impressed scouts during his Senior Bowl performance.
 
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SeanLee50 said:
He very well could land in New York. Paul Perkins has emerged and almost eliminates a RB in round one.

They have needs at LB and maybe DT.

Howard, Beckham, Shepard ... that may be the best trio in the NFL.
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Paul Perkins has emerged?

Not sure about that. I think the Giants could go either way with a TE or RB like Fournette.
 
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SeanLee50 said:
Good post by brother. My only question about Howard [a 5 star recruit], had he gone elsewhere does he rise on draft boards? He played on a simple, yet effective offense, that doesn't spread ball around. The kid has it all IMO
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He would certainly be on the map a little more for fans had he gone to a school who used him like Washington does Reed (or something similar). However, I think the scouts... particularly after the Sr. Bowl practices... know what the guy is and what he can do.

He is legit and on a whole different plane than what Escobar, Bennett, and Fasano were when Dallas took them. Also, Witten is much closer to the end now.

Having said all of that... I don't see a way Dallas can get him.
 
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RS12 said:
I think this is more likely in the mid to late rounds

Name: Michael Roberts

School: Toledo

Ht: 6043

Wt: 261

Arm: 33 2/8

Hand: 11 5/8





Tues: Roberts did a terrific job today. He plays much faster than anyone would expect and runs solid routes. Except for one drop he also caught the ball very well, but he was beat a few times around the edge during blocking drills.

Wed: Except for one bad drop it was a very good day for Roberts. Again, he showed surprising speed and quickness and came away with several tough grabs. Also looked dominant in blocking drills.

Thurs: Another terrific practice from Roberts. He looks incredibly smooth and fluid for a 261-pound tight end and made a lot of nice receptions down the field today.



Analysis: Roberts improved from his impressive performance at last week’s Shrine Game. He’s incredibly fluid and smooth for a 260-pound tight end and catches the ball exceptionally well. Roberts is deceptively quick and plays the game at a good pace. He blocks like an offensive tackle and really impressed scouts during his Senior Bowl performance.
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I really like this guy. Sounds like Garrett's type of TE.
 
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