What are the best FA tackles still available?

[CowboyRoy]

I think at this point it is safe to say that we have a major need. Not only can Ball and the other guy not be depended on, but Steele needs quality competition.

 

[jazzcat22]

I don’t think there are any.
Probably need to wait for the waiver claims.

Since they are at a premium must wait and don’t panic and overpay in a trade. Need to stay patient at this point.

 

[jazzcat22]

Unless one thinks Nsehke or however it is spelled can be of value.

 

[Sydla]

Waiver claims seem to be what they are hoping for at this point. Probably the same with WR too. They can't go into the season with a starting trio at WR of Lamb, Tolbert and Brown. That's sub-optimal.

 

[Risen Star]

I say we just stick with the flawless talent evaluation of Will McClay and enjoy the maturation of Josh Ball and Matt Waletzko.

 

[cowboyec]

i think they'll get one when the rosters start getting trimmed...the cut down to 53.

 

[starfan1]

Not sure if fisher is available or not but there’s really slim pickings

they may have to trade a Lu i to get anything of value at swing tackle

ball don’t look good but it’s early

 

[Plankton]

This is a question that should have been asked in Cowboy headquarters 5-6 months ago.

 

[Denim Chicken]

Daryl Williams
Eric Fisher

 

[Corso]

I think at this point it is safe to say that we have a major need. Not only can Ball and the other guy not be depended on, but Steele needs quality competition.

Good question.
I think the cupboard may be bare.

Maybe there are some doable trade options?

 

[CowboyRoy]

Waiver claims seem to be what they are hoping for at this point. Probably the same with WR too. They can't go into the season with a starting trio at WR of Lamb, Tolbert and Brown. That's sub-optimal.

YOu keep saying that, but some of us disagree. If you think they are brining in some off the street FA WR at this point to start you are kidding yourself. Both Washington and Gallup coming back after the first 3 or 4 weeks.

Lamb, Tolbert, Fohenko, Shultz will be just fine the first few weeks.

 

[thunderpimp91]

YOu keep saying that, but some of us disagree. If you think they are brining in some off the street FA WR at this point to start you are kidding yourself. Both Washington and Gallup coming back after the first 3 or 4 weeks.

Lamb, Tolbert, Fohenko, Shultz will be just fine the first few weeks.

Agreed. Most likely if the Cowboys do pick up a waiver or FA you're still getting a project player. The thought that their are starting caliber WRs or OTs just sitting in free agency right now waiting on a phone call isnt true for the most part. There are a few guys way past their prime who could probably give you some snaps or at least show flashes, and Beasley who is the one who probably could step right in, but that bring has been burnt it seems. There may be more recognizable names out there it doesnt mean they are any better than the group we have now.

My question especially for the receivers is who do you cut? Lamb, Gallup, Washington, Tolbert, Fehoko, Brown, Vasher, Houston, Vasher. I know Gallup/Washington are out, but both should be back. You would only expect the team to keep 5 maybe 6 from that group. I have no issues with the Cowboys rolling with the young guns a few weeks.

 

[AbeBeta]

Unless one thinks Nsehke or however it is spelled can be of value.

Likely the call given his knowledge of the offense. Realistically though, if Steele goes down for an extended period, we need to move Martin to RT and use McGovern at RG. Same deal on the other side with a Smith swap but that is not as smooth and you'd need a few weeks, so a swing would help

 

[CowboyRoy]

Agreed. Most likely if the Cowboys do pick up a waiver or FA you're still getting a project player. The thought that their are starting caliber WRs or OTs just sitting in free agency right now waiting on a phone call isnt true for the most part. There are a few guys way past their prime who could probably give you some snaps or at least show flashes, and Beasley who is the one who probably could step right in, but that bring has been burnt it seems. There may be more recognizable names out there it doesnt mean they are any better than the group we have now.

My question especially for the receivers is who do you cut? Lamb, Gallup, Washington, Tolbert, Fehoko, Brown, Vasher, Houston, Vasher. I know Gallup/Washington are out, but both should be back. You would only expect the team to keep 5 maybe 6 from that group. I have no issues with the Cowboys rolling with the young guns a few weeks.

I think Vasher is a goner and maybe he gets on the practice squad. Then I think its between Houston and brown. Houston is more of a practice squad candidate where Brown isnt. That may play a role.

The good news is Ferguson is winning the #2 TE job at this point. I see a larger use of the 12 personnel at least to start the season. They only need Lamb and Tolbert in those formations.

 

[Sydla]

YOu keep saying that, but some of us disagree. If you think they are brining in some off the street FA WR at this point to start you are kidding yourself. Both Washington and Gallup coming back after the first 3 or 4 weeks.

Lamb, Tolbert, Fohenko, Shultz will be just fine the first few weeks.

Then they are making a mistake. The Jones’ often overrate their WRs, so you are probably right. They won’t do anything.

 

[exciter]

Waiver claims seem to be what they are hoping for at this point. Probably the same with WR too. They can't go into the season with a starting trio at WR of Lamb, Tolbert and Brown. That's sub-optimal.

Sure they can, on both, the plan from the beginning was to go into the season in heavy 12 personnel to cover both positions. That won’t change unless one of the TEs go down (Shultz or Ferguson)!

 

[Rockport]

I think at this point it is safe to say that we have a major need. Not only can Ball and the other guy not be depended on, but Steele needs quality competition.

Smith and Alcaron both played well. But they do need a veteran or 2 for depth.

 

[darthseinfeld]

Waiver claims seem to be what they are hoping for at this point. Probably the same with WR too. They can't go into the season with a starting trio at WR of Lamb, Tolbert and Brown. That's sub-optimal.

Waiting for a WR would be a mistake IMO. You may be able to get away with it at OT since whoever you sign will be a reserve. But picking up a guy at WR right before the season, and expecting him to play without the chance to establish rhythm with the QB would be a huge mistake.

If they are going to add a WR, then they should do it now

 

[darthseinfeld]

Smith and Alcaron both played well. But they do need a veteran or 2 for depth.

Smith is going to start at LG though. He probably wont factor in at OT at all

 

[Rockport]

Smith is going to start at LG though. He probably wont factor in at OT at all

That’s why they need to get some depth at swing tackle.