Byubengal

Halo, I might have to disagree with the Ellis release. I think he can be a little more productive in the "Spagonators" system. If he rotates the D line and Ellis can stay some what fresh, I think we might see his production go up. I also think if we can get some help on either side of him it would help. I do agree that Smith has not been all that impressive the last few years and do not think it would be a great loss if he was let go. I here Osi may be a free agent and could see us releasing Smith to try and get him or someone of his ability. Agree 100% about Shanle, I see him possibly going over to St. Louis, not sure what his contract status is though. I would also like to see them get a "hybrid" DE/LB like San Fran has. He could rotate in and out. We can use him an LB to cover all those TE's on some of the short yardage passing plays and then to DE on long yardage plays to help provide pass rush off the edge. I think if we can improve on the pass rush the CB's will get a little relief, but we do nee some guys who can press the big receivers. I never really liked the way Williams always seemed to have them playing so far off. I was always taught to try and jam the guys at the line, towards the side line and use my speed to keep them in front of me. Maybe I missed it but just do not recall seeing that a lot with Williams scheme.