Atlanta Falcons Free Agent Targets: Carlos Rogers

Had some injuries with the skins but has flourished under Harbaugh! Dunta is a goner, I dig the guy but he gets burned to much!

And Dunta is staying. I would rather see them try to sign Brandon Carr than Rogers or Finnegan. He is under the radar because he plays in KC. He’s younger(25) and also six feet with decent wheels. He might not cost as much because of the lack luster team he’s been playing on. Franks, Owens, and Walls are good young talent, but it wouldn’t hurt adding more young talent with game experience to the mix. And no way Grimes is coming back. He’ll be too pricey.

I’m not to big on the guy. Wish we would have picked up Carlos last year but hey whatevs.

I would like for Grimes to stay unfortunately the acquisition of the “inconsistent” Dunta Robinson could hamper him staying. You just can’t put that much money into 2 corners and expect to have the others pieces you need. In my mind, Dunta HAS to go. THIS DUDER MADE 8.5 MILLION DOLL HAIRS IN 2011. If you’re the GM and you realize Grimes is a better option than Dunta how do you keep one and let the other walk. If Dunta stays you can’t really sign one of the top FA corners as their price will be similar to Grimes. A big question is what type of scheme will Nolan ask his corners to play. I get the impression Nolan likes to let guys do what they do best…BTW this is why I love the hire. If so Dunta plays press man and Grimes well Grimes does the Grimes coverage off man type coverage. For the past 3 off seasons I have really enjoyed playing the GM role and keeping track of my waives and acquisitions, this off season is not gonna be fun. The decisions made this off season can’t turn out to be inconsistent or failures as peoples livelihoods are on the line. TD I would NOT won’t to be you my friend. Good Luck and God Speed!

Owens has shown that he can play outside, he’s just not a good nichol guy. Kudos to the regime for sticking with him. Franks has shown potential inside and out. Walls will challenge all of them, it’s just a matter of time for him I believe. Hayden was very solid when not injured. I think it may come down to who Nolan thinks is best or just how much competition they want to create. Or from a salary perspective Dunta could be a casualty because it’s known that they are not happy with his performance vs his contract.

At a good price. I think he will benefit from the system change. He has great size and has a eye for the ball. Even though his hands need to coordinate with his eyes so he doesn’t continue to drop so many hit me right in my hands picks. CB is definitely need since Nolan wants to make sure he has 4 to 5 corner for his system. Another signing that might be great but would come with a lot of risk would be Terrell Thomas. He’s coming off an season ending injury and if he recovers could also come at a cheap price and be an addition to the young talent they already have at theposition.

He’ll be 31 next season, he’s coming off a career year, apparently wants a 5-year deal. I’d say we have much bigger issues than CB even if Grimes leaves (OL, DE).

needs to go. I’m sorry but there is no way a FS should be missing that many open field tackles. Sanders is a better FS and will be much cheaper.

Grimes: When it comes to a shut down corner Grimes is the closest thing we have. I would love to keep him but I understand he (and his wife) deserve to get paid.

Dunta: Sorry brah. I like his physicality but he is not athletic. The guy has zero hops. I mean really, how many times have you seen Robinson make a play on the ball ? Considering salary Franks is the better option.

Finnegan: Yes !! Would love to have his kiss my * attitude added to our defense

If the Falcons make a strong run at a guy like Carl Nicks or try to tweak their defense with an eye toward a future 3-4

How could Carl Nicks help in a 3-4 defense? Isn’t he an Offensive Guard?

I think Dunta stays and I hope Grimes does as well although there are apparently powers at work trying to convince him not too…we shall see.

I think Franks can step in or possibly Owens. I just feel there are bigger concerns for the allocation of resources. I say we get the OL and FA we wish to keep shored up first and then see what the field looks like for our CD and Safety concerns.

But that’s just me…

that grade as 2nd-3rd rounders that we could go after in the draft. I’d much rather see us take that approach this off season and splurge a bit on O-Lineman. I think the combo of Robinson and Franks (I think he’d beat out Owens and Walls for the #2 spot) could hold down the fort while we groomed another CB prospect.

I also like finnegan. He is a a hole but he does frustrate opposing receivers and he is a sure tackler. This D has been labeled soft we might as well grab a guy like finnegan to give us some grit.

Love Grimes to death but he’ll be the most coveted cover corner on the market. A CB starved team like Dallas would easily overpay for him. If we resign Hayden our CB depth without Grimes looks pretty good. I just don’t see the team being able to afford Grimes if we pursue Carl Nicks/Ben Grubbs, as well as the other FA’s we have and possibly a FA center or OT.

I don’t think we should spend our money on corners, there are much bigger concerns (O-Line, hopefully we get Nicks) and D-line (dont think Abe’s comin back, need to find someone to replace his production)

Grimes is most likely gone if Nolan goes to press coverage. As much as Grimes is loved, and he has been a very good DB for ATL, it’s doubtful he’ll be as good in full press coverage. If Nolan plays a hybrid coverage scheme, press for DR and zone for BG, then he might stay. In press coverage ATL has Franks, Owens and Walls that could fit the need. Hayden would also be a good option. Cash going to BG could go to Lofton, Decoud, or Decouds replacement, with some left over to be spent on the OL.

I think Mike Nolan will instill a more physical defense. And everyone that are not physical or have a long term contract-exception Brent Grimes. They will be replace if possible.