Dang, texas. You're all over it. Good info in this thread bro. Most of what I've heard about Faneca and Lilja says that they will probably both be somewhere else next season than with their current teams.
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Dang, texas. You're all over it. Good info in this thread bro. Most of what I've heard about Faneca and Lilja says that they will probably both be somewhere else next season than with their current teams.
So, i was bored.
Looking at the FAs and rookies out there, I thought I'd put together my fantasy rebuilt O-line based on draft position.
Please note this is probably not going to be my final prediction. Just a suggestion to spark discussion.
Left Tackle- Travelle Wharton, UFA Carolina Panthers: A late third-round selection in 2004, Wharton has developed into a solid starting left tackle. He has been a key reason for the successes that the Panthers have had, and his absence last season was a key reason for the team’s struggles. I could also see Max Starks here, but the 6'8, 330 lb. OT had a season ending knee injury. Chiefs could get him on the cheap.
Left Guard- Oniel Cousins, Rookie OT UTEP: Extremely athletic...Very quick and agile...Light on his feet and slides well...Mobile with good range...Has long arms with some size potential...Flexible and a natural knee bender..Offers some versatility...He's still improving and has a ton of upside.
Size and bulk are just average...Needs to get stronger...Uses poor leverage...Not overly physical...May lack a nasty demeanor and killer instinct..Doesn't get a great push...Questionable instincts and awareness...Still needs a lot of technique work....Could also project to guard at the next level...
Born in Jamaica and didn't start playing football until his sophomore year in high school..Began his college career as a defensive tackle and just moved to the offensive line in '05...A better athlete than football player at this point and was benched in '06...Made big strides as a senior and saw his draft stock soar but is still a workout warrior...Will likely be taken earlier than he should be based more on potential than production.
Reminds me of Brian Waters as far as athletic talent, versitility and athleticism. He would have to be our 2nd round pick after taking Jake Long with our first pick...not sure we take him if a solid CB is still on the board such as Talib or McKelvin.
Center-Brian Waters, G Kansas City: How do you replace what should've been a pro bowl Center?...replace him with a versitile Guard who has been to Hawaii.
Right Guard- Ryan Lilja G UFA Indianapolis Colts:A quality guard, Lilja is relatively young and has a Super Bowl ring to call his own. The Colts will do well to sign him to an extension, but there’s a chance that Lilja tests the market. In reality, the system that Lilja plays within is a nice fit, and he gets to protect Peyton Manning, so he could easily stay.
Right Tackle- Jake Long, Rookie Michigan: I honestly have a hard time seeing Jake Long falling this far but if he does this is a no-brainer for the Chiefs. There is little or no doubt that Long is the top offensive lineman available this year but there's been some debate as to whether he is a left tackle or if he will have to move to the right side as a pro. Regardless of where he lines up Long is a terrific blocker who falls somewhere in between Joe Thomas and Levi Brown as a prospect.