News: Could DeMarcus Ware Be An Option For Cowboys In 2016?

[CCBoy]

Could DeMarcus Ware Be An Option For Cowboys In 2016?

http://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2016...eMarcus-Ware-Be-An-Option-For-Cowboys-In-2016

In the 2014 off-season, the Cowboys front office made the difficult decision to release one of the most iconic players in the team's recent history, when they terminated the contract of DeMarcus Ware. Only a few days later, Ware signed a three year, $30 million contract with the Denver Broncos as part of a string of high profile free agent signings by Denver following their loss to Seattle in Super Bowl 48. Although the face value of the contract was three years and $30 million, a quick look at the breakdown, courtesy of overthecap.com reveals a slightly different story.

DeMarcus Ware
34OLB
Total Value: $30,000,000 (4th highest of 78 34OLB contracts)
$10,000,000 APY, $16,500,000 fully guaranteed


As you can see, all of Ware's guaranteed money came due in 2014-2015. And while he had fairly manageable cap numbers in those years, his 2016 his cap number jumps to over $11.6 million, including a $3 million roster bonus due the fifth day of the 2016 league year. Due to the small prorated signing bonus, Ware can be released before that roster bonus is due, and Denver can save a full $10 million against their cap. Considering the fact that the Broncos are likely to move on from the other veteran leader of their team in Peyton Manning, and the fact that Von Miller is up for a new contract starting in 2016, it is likely that Denver looks to 2015 first-round pick Shane Ray, or 2014 undrafted free agent Shaquil Barrett to fill the role opposite Miller for a smaller cap number than Ware's...

 

[MichaelWinicki]

Yes.

 

[skinsscalper]

Nope. Move on.

 

[Jstopper]

For a reasonable price i say yes. I only wanted him cut in 2014 because he was too expensive for his production at the time

 

[skinsscalper]

Dude isn't a 4-3 end. I don't know how many times it has to be said. We can't afford Ware's salary for a part time player. Denver can, and they won't after this season.

 

[CCBoy]

First of all, in the last two years in Denver, Ware has played in 27 of 32 potential regular season games, and registered 17.5 sacks. That is the type of bona fide pass rush production that the Cowboys need to find to take their defense from good to great in 2016. Additionally, but of no less importance, the Cowboys happen to have two young promising defensive ends, in Randy Gregory and Demarcus Lawrence who are both at points in their career where a vet of Ware's quality could have an extremely positive impact both on and off the field.

Considering the fact that Ware has played the last two years for under $10 million per year, it is likely he could be had for an affordable amount in a way that mitigates the risk of injury, but maximizes his potential impact on the field and in the locker room as the Cowboys look to add playmakers to their defense.
http://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2016...eMarcus-Ware-Be-An-Option-For-Cowboys-In-2016

 

[Jerryrage]

First of all, in the last two years in Denver, Ware has played in 27 of 32 potential regular season games, and registered 17.5 sacks. That is the type of bona fide pass rush production that the Cowboys need to find to take their defense from good to great in 2016. Additionally, but of no less importance, the Cowboys happen to have two young promising defensive ends, in Randy Gregory and Demarcus Lawrence who are both at points in their career where a vet of Ware's quality could have an extremely positive impact both on and off the field.

Considering the fact that Ware has played the last two years for under $10 million per year, it is likely he could be had for an affordable amount in a way that mitigates the risk of injury, but maximizes his potential impact on the field and in the locker room as the Cowboys look to add playmakers to their defense.
http://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2016...eMarcus-Ware-Be-An-Option-For-Cowboys-In-2016

Not with this current defense coordinator. He doesn't fit the scheme. Under Wade Phillips in Denver he does.

 

[CCBoy]

Not with this current defense coordinator. He doesn't fit the scheme. Under Wade Phillips in Denver he does.

Oh, he has plenty of experience from outside, and with his hand down, also.

Take two top notched defensive tackles with the first two picks of the draft and the Dallas defensive line rotation would be very tough.

 

[skinsscalper]

Oh, he has plenty of experience from outside, and with his hand down, also.

With his hand down he has the worst stats of his career because his body won't take the beating of a hand on the ground 4-3 DE. Those that think it doesn't make a difference have no idea what they are talking about (not inferring that you're one of those people, CC).

 

[thisiscowboyscountry]

Ware rushed many times from the end position in the 34, with limiting his snaps he can be productive in this system.

 

[CCBoy]

With his hand down he has the worst stats of his career because his body won't take the beating of a hand on the ground 4-3 DE. Those that think it doesn't make a difference have no idea what they are talking about (not inferring that you're one of those people, CC).

I played linebacker in college. We were called upon as linebackers as well as hand on the ground defensive ends.

On the contrary, the stereotype for Ware does not apply. He can well withstand being outside, either up or with his hand down. Having a rotation that also includes Lawrence, Gregory, and Mincey makes quite a difference...but with a strong outside rush to boot.

 

[skinsscalper]

I played linebacker in college. We were called upon as linebackers as well as hand on the ground defensive ends.

On the contrary, the stereotype for Ware does not apply. He can well withstand being outside, either up or with his hand down. Having a rotation that also includes Lawrence, Gregory, and Mincey makes quite a difference...but with a strong outside rush to boot.

Sorry, CC, but nope.

Can't afford Ware to be a "rotation" guy. And, Yes, he is MUCH less effective with his hand on the ground. His jump at the snap is nowhere NEAR as explosive or effective when he's coming up from a 3 point stance. Not even close.

 

[MichaelWinicki]

Ware had 519 snaps this season for Denver during the regular season. He was the 18th ranked edge-defender per PFF (BTW Lawrence was the 17th).

I could see Ware being a 25 snap a game guy (400 on the season) for say $5 mil a season.

 

[skinsscalper]

Ware had 519 snaps this season for Denver during the regular season. He was the 18th ranked edge-defender per PFF (BTW Lawrence was the 17th).

I could see Ware being a 25 snap a game guy (400 on the season) for say $5 mil a season.

Question is: Does he take 5 million per? I don't think he does.

 

[CCBoy]

Sorry, CC, but nope.

Can't afford Ware to be a "rotation" guy. And, Yes, he is MUCH less effective with his hand on the ground. His jump at the snap is nowhere NEAR as explosive or effective when he's coming up from a 3 point stance. Not even close.

Won't buy the generalized version on Ware. There are too many positives to rest on a stereotype. I played the position...

 

[CCBoy]

Question is: Does he take 5 million per? I don't think he does.

Who said he was not in the realm of reach? Throw some information around, beyond just doubt...

 

[MichaelWinicki]

Question is: Does he take 5 million per? I don't think he does.

He may not... but that's about what I would offer

 

[JoeKing]

He's not worth it anymore. No thank you.

 

[CCBoy]

He's not worth it anymore. No thank you.

in the last two years in Denver, Ware has played in 27 of 32 potential regular season games, and registered 17.5 sacks (coughing)

 

[Tabascocat]

There is a serious disconnect somewhere in VR if they take back Ware and Murray. They are gone, move on!

Don't let them go in the first place...........