Let's Talk Trade Deadline

Rugby Saint II · 10-22-2022, 03:45 PM

We have some players who have substantial trade value and the trade deadline is coming up soon. I've read several different articles about whether it's a good idea to move on from our core group.

On one hand, we could hold onto key players and continue with the win now mentality while pushing the cap down the road. The team could also trade for another impact veteran to help with a late season push if that's the direction they want to go. It's worked before.

On the other hand, the front office might realize it's too late/too little and begin trading key pieces now for for a rebuild next year. That might be tough to pull off with most players having been through numerous contract extensions and being tied to the team. I'm not advocating a fire sale by any means but it's worth discussing.

Looking at the cap hits for our top players it's hard to see much interest from other teams. We unloaded Cee Dee for next to nothing and I worry about the decisions by the front office this offseason. I sure hope we don't trade with Philly again. They got a heck of a deal.

Who could/would you trade?

AsylumGuido · 10-22-2022, 03:57 PM

I wouldn't trade anyone. Now I wouldn't mind picking someone up that can fill a need to make a run.

dizzle88 · 10-22-2022, 03:59 PM

Originally Posted by Rugby Saint II

We have some players who have substantial trade value and the trade deadline is coming up soon. I've read several different articles about whether it's a good idea to move on from our core group.

On one hand, we could hold onto key players and continue with the win now mentality while pushing the cap down the road. The team could also trade for another impact veteran to help with a late season push if that's the direction they want to go. It's worked before.

On the other hand, the front office might realize it's too late/too little and begin trading key pieces now for for a rebuild next year. That might be tough to pull off with most players having been through numerous contract extensions and being tied to the team. I'm not advocating a fire sale by any means but it's worth discussing.

Looking at the cap hits for our top players it's hard to see much interest from other teams. We unloaded Cee Dee for next to nothing and I worry about the decisions by the front office this offseason. I sure hope we don't trade with Philly again. They got a heck of a deal.

Who could/would you trade?

The Ceedy trade was dumb, considering he was one of our best players and we got basically nothing for him.
If we are trying to gain back draft capital, I'd start with the Davenport.
We are never getting 2 firsts back for him, but he doesn't show up that much anyway, so if we could get a 3rd round pick, or a little higher I'd be happy.

We have a pretty old roster so I don't think there is a ton of value in our players. I don't want to lose AK, he makes the offense go. Likewise, don't want to lose Cam Jordan, he's about 10 years older than Davenport, and still looks more active.

If we could get a first rounder for Thomas, I'd take it. I just don't know which team would do that now, considering he's always injured.

Guys like Mathieu and Evans, if you could get something for them, great, if not I think they should be sent on their way.
You can see it in Mathieu's play, he doesn't care anymore.

BakoSaint · 10-22-2022, 05:37 PM

I’ve listed who I would trade on another recent thread. Guido and gang obviously dont want to trade anyone. They are probably looking forward to adding Odell Beckham Jr now and Rashaad Penny in the offseason and locking both up with long term fully guaranteed backloaded deals into their late 30’s on the basis that all injuries are chance and all players with chronic injury histories are actually more valuable because of their brave struggle with adversity that will only make them better, and hugs and quilts and rainbows and ponies.

BakoSaint · 10-22-2022, 05:41 PM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

I wouldn't trade anyone. Now I wouldn't mind picking someone up that can fill a need to make a run.

How about Brian Flores?

Rugby Saint II · 10-22-2022, 05:41 PM

Originally Posted by AsylumGuido

I wouldn't trade anyone. Now I wouldn't mind picking someone up that can fill a need to make a run.

Great. Got anybody in mind? A DT/RB maybe.

AsylumGuido · 10-22-2022, 06:18 PM

Originally Posted by BakoSaint

I’ve listed who I would trade on another recent thread. Guido and gang obviously dont want to trade anyone. They are probably looking forward to adding Odell Beckham Jr now and Rashaad Penny in the offseason and locking both up with long term fully guaranteed backloaded deals into their late 30’s on the basis that all injuries are chance and all players with chronic injury histories are actually more valuable because of their brave struggle with adversity that will only make them better, and hugs and quilts and rainbows and ponies.

Penny is on IR. He's one of 11 I had, or picked up, on my legacy fantasy team this season that is now on that list.

Beyond that, you are so full of crap it is becoming amusing.

AsylumGuido · 10-22-2022, 06:39 PM

Originally Posted by Rugby Saint II

Great. Got anybody in mind? A DT/RB maybe.

Not much available at RB, nor do I see the need. Kamara, Ingram, and company (including Taysom) can handle that moving forward. I can see DT, however. Onyemata has disappeared for some reason. Maybe some vet that can give some guard depth. Throckmorton is killing us with his presnap crap. Hopefully Penning will be back soon to fill the LT role. Ruiz, believe it or not, is perhaps our most consistent performing OL right now.

AsylumGuido · 10-22-2022, 06:40 PM

Originally Posted by BakoSaint

How about Brian Flores?

I would have no problem with Flores. Not mid season, however.

saintsfan1976 · 10-23-2022, 10:35 AM

I would look to add an interior run defender. Saints have given up almost 900 yards rushing already. Which is almost dead last.

10-22-2022, 03:45 PM	#1
Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,052	Let's Talk Trade Deadline We have some players who have substantial trade value and the trade deadline is coming up soon. I've read several different articles about whether it's a good idea to move on from our core group. On one hand, we could hold onto key players and continue with the win now mentality while pushing the cap down the road. The team could also trade for another impact veteran to help with a late season push if that's the direction they want to go. It's worked before. On the other hand, the front office might realize it's too late/too little and begin trading key pieces now for for a rebuild next year. That might be tough to pull off with most players having been through numerous contract extensions and being tied to the team. I'm not advocating a fire sale by any means but it's worth discussing. Looking at the cap hits for our top players it's hard to see much interest from other teams. We unloaded Cee Dee for next to nothing and I worry about the decisions by the front office this offseason. I sure hope we don't trade with Philly again. They got a heck of a deal. Who could/would you trade?
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10-22-2022, 03:57 PM	#2
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,220	Re: Let's Talk Trade Deadline I wouldn't trade anyone. Now I wouldn't mind picking someone up that can fill a need to make a run. Thirty3 likes this.

10-22-2022, 03:59 PM	#3
dizzle88 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Oct 2009 Posts: 11,208	Re: Let's Talk Trade Deadline Originally Posted by Rugby Saint II We have some players who have substantial trade value and the trade deadline is coming up soon. I've read several different articles about whether it's a good idea to move on from our core group. On one hand, we could hold onto key players and continue with the win now mentality while pushing the cap down the road. The team could also trade for another impact veteran to help with a late season push if that's the direction they want to go. It's worked before. On the other hand, the front office might realize it's too late/too little and begin trading key pieces now for for a rebuild next year. That might be tough to pull off with most players having been through numerous contract extensions and being tied to the team. I'm not advocating a fire sale by any means but it's worth discussing. Looking at the cap hits for our top players it's hard to see much interest from other teams. We unloaded Cee Dee for next to nothing and I worry about the decisions by the front office this offseason. I sure hope we don't trade with Philly again. They got a heck of a deal. Who could/would you trade? The Ceedy trade was dumb, considering he was one of our best players and we got basically nothing for him. If we are trying to gain back draft capital, I'd start with the Davenport. We are never getting 2 firsts back for him, but he doesn't show up that much anyway, so if we could get a 3rd round pick, or a little higher I'd be happy. We have a pretty old roster so I don't think there is a ton of value in our players. I don't want to lose AK, he makes the offense go. Likewise, don't want to lose Cam Jordan, he's about 10 years older than Davenport, and still looks more active. If we could get a first rounder for Thomas, I'd take it. I just don't know which team would do that now, considering he's always injured. Guys like Mathieu and Evans, if you could get something for them, great, if not I think they should be sent on their way. You can see it in Mathieu's play, he doesn't care anymore. SmashMouth and Rugby Saint II like this.
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10-22-2022, 05:37 PM	#4
BakoSaint 1000 Posts + Join Date: Dec 2018 Posts: 2,135	Re: Let's Talk Trade Deadline I’ve listed who I would trade on another recent thread. Guido and gang obviously dont want to trade anyone. They are probably looking forward to adding Odell Beckham Jr now and Rashaad Penny in the offseason and locking both up with long term fully guaranteed backloaded deals into their late 30’s on the basis that all injuries are chance and all players with chronic injury histories are actually more valuable because of their brave struggle with adversity that will only make them better, and hugs and quilts and rainbows and ponies.
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10-22-2022, 05:41 PM	#5
BakoSaint 1000 Posts + Join Date: Dec 2018 Posts: 2,135	Re: Let's Talk Trade Deadline Originally Posted by AsylumGuido I wouldn't trade anyone. Now I wouldn't mind picking someone up that can fill a need to make a run. How about Brian Flores?
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10-22-2022, 06:18 PM	#7
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,220	Re: Let's Talk Trade Deadline Originally Posted by BakoSaint I’ve listed who I would trade on another recent thread. Guido and gang obviously dont want to trade anyone. They are probably looking forward to adding Odell Beckham Jr now and Rashaad Penny in the offseason and locking both up with long term fully guaranteed backloaded deals into their late 30’s on the basis that all injuries are chance and all players with chronic injury histories are actually more valuable because of their brave struggle with adversity that will only make them better, and hugs and quilts and rainbows and ponies. Penny is on IR. He's one of 11 I had, or picked up, on my legacy fantasy team this season that is now on that list. Beyond that, you are so full of crap it is becoming amusing.

10-22-2022, 06:39 PM	#8
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,220	Re: Let's Talk Trade Deadline Originally Posted by Rugby Saint II Great. Got anybody in mind? A DT/RB maybe. Not much available at RB, nor do I see the need. Kamara, Ingram, and company (including Taysom) can handle that moving forward. I can see DT, however. Onyemata has disappeared for some reason. Maybe some vet that can give some guard depth. Throckmorton is killing us with his presnap crap. Hopefully Penning will be back soon to fill the LT role. Ruiz, believe it or not, is perhaps our most consistent performing OL right now.

10-22-2022, 06:40 PM	#9
AsylumGuido 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Bossier City, LA Posts: 26,220	Re: Let's Talk Trade Deadline Originally Posted by BakoSaint How about Brian Flores? I would have no problem with Flores. Not mid season, however.

10-23-2022, 10:35 AM	#10
saintsfan1976 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 10,832 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Let's Talk Trade Deadline I would look to add an interior run defender. Saints have given up almost 900 yards rushing already. Which is almost dead last. K Major likes this.