st thomas

How can the eagles can 4 mill with a new coach coming in and still has to take the hit against the cap? Now that i.m saying that j. Delhomme made 12 mill without missing a beat out of carolina

nycsaintfan

The more and more I read about Asomugha the more I hope we don't sign him. I think he can still be a productive player in the league. But, we still need to generate a pass rush for our defensive backs to be successful. With a diminishing skill set I'm not sure Nnamdi is what our team needs at this point. He might be in a better position to be productive with the 49er defense considering they have been in the 34 for about three years now, and their front seven can really put pressure on the quarterback, really hiding some of the declining skills that Asomugha possess.

Lets face it, although we played variations of the 34 under Greg Williams, it takes a team a few years to really get accustomed to a new formation. We still have the same personnel that has struggled to produce a respectable pass rush the past few years. Every dollar counts this off-season, why spend it on a player in decline who won't get the help necessary from the front seven... or the back two (Jenkins/ Harper).

Also remember this, just because Asomugha had success with Ryan in the past does not mean we are going to get the same type of player, tomorrow.

D_it_up

But our defense was better under those variations, because most of this personnel is better suited for a 3-4 defense anyway. There is a very good foundation for the Saints in making the switch. You could very well see players like Wilson, Galette, Hicks, Bunkley, Harper and Jordan play lights out in a 3-4, because that is what seems to play to their skill sets better. Picking up another pass rushing linebacker or defensive lineman in free agency or the draft just deepens the talent pool on the roster and could make our secondary look a lot better. It doesn't necessarily take three years for a team to pick up a system if that is what they are built to play. It didn't work with Spags, because his complex 4-3 zone system didn't play to the Saints strengths on defense. Under Gregg Williams, there was a lot more man-to-man coverage and heavy blitzing. It was ultimately successful, especially in the Super Bowl year, because of their ability to force turnovers and at least get in the faces of opposing quarterbacks. I would expect to see a lot of the same under Rob Ryan. I think this defense has a chance to be greatly improved this year, and not just slightly improved. There is really nowhere to go but up, but I do expect to see a lot more sacks and forced turnovers this year. I'm actually excited about seeing this defense on the field next year.

I'd also like to add that if it takes the Saints defense three years to pick up the system, then Rob Ryan will probably be without a job in New Orleans.

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triman

Sharper was a declning former Pro. Bowler that worked out okay. Nnamdi is a player that. could make a difference. He really is not under any pressure to decide. We'll. see how it turns out.I for one hope he picks us.We aren't really taking mu h of a risk. The reward could be huge.

|Mitch|

I think he picks the team that will offer him the biggest contract...

CheramieIII

Just seeing if anything else comes in before he makes his decision. If the salary is the same or a mill less then he'll choose Saints. Here are the pros; born in Lafayette, RR, Great Team, Great Coach, Great City. San Fran does have a good coach and a great team last year but that's about it in my opinion. so the choice is obvious.

Torfino

If Nnamdi really puts in the work (which he will) so that he can protect his legacy and try to make a push for the HOF, he would be a genius pickup at the right price. I'm thinking three years, this year a signing bonus plus a 1.25 base salary, total cap hit around 2.5 this year would be a "good price."

Rob knows how to maximize his skills, and he would definitely step it up in the weight room and film room to show Rob he can still do it and to show the HOF voters that he can write a third chapter better than his second.

Rugby Saint II

Honestly, San Fran might also be a good landing spot for Nnamdi, but the Saints have RR who knows how to utilize his skill set best. The 49ers are a good team with a shot at a ring. So it comes down to money I guess.

Rugby Saint II

We'll have to wait until Monday I guess.

CheramieIII

They will both sign this week. BM can certainly hold up for one year and Nnamdi will be back in his element which will make him one of the best CB's again