How long does this team have left?

Danno · 02-22-2013, 01:34 PM

Originally Posted by halloween 65

I think Brees has 2 year max. before his slide, and if Daniels is not the answer, draft 1 in the late round and see what he could bring to the table.

Two years? I think he's got at least 5. Why do you think he's only got 2 years left?

Halo · 02-22-2013, 01:59 PM

Honestly, even with a seriously compromised o-line, Drew has been the least injured player on the team.

(knock on wood, knock on wood, knock on wood)

I'd say we know for a fact 3 years of strong play from Drew, but 4 years sounds more like it with a reputation like his. He had 1 injury to his arm that was noteworthy, and he technically only got better after that injury.

What does the future hold for NFL players? Skill positions like QB were shorter lived in the recent past before the "no-hit" rules. I think they'll last longer in the post Goodellgate era. We seriously could see an end to "the sack" one day soon (let's hope not).

Skills players starting after 40 may become a reality in this generation.

Danno · 02-22-2013, 02:04 PM

Originally Posted by Halo

Honestly, even with a seriously compromised o-line, Drew has been the least injured player on the team.

(knock on wood, knock on wood, knock on wood)

I'd say we know for a fact 3 years of strong play from Drew, but 4 years sounds more like it with a reputation like his. He had 1 injury to his arm that was noteworthy, and he technically only got better after that injury.

What does the future hold for NFL players? Skill positions like QB were shorter lived in the recent past before the "no-hit" rules. I think they'll last longer in the post Goodellgate era. We seriously could see an end to "the sack" one day soon (let's hope not).

Skills players starting after 40 may become a reality in this generation.

So true, and with Drew's work ethic, and his skillset being a typical quick release drop back passer, I think only a freak injury would prevent him from playing until he's 40.

It now takes about 1 training camp to prepare a franchise QB for the NFL.

Why in the world we even think about drafting someone right now?

They'd be on another team 2 or 3 years before Drew even thinks about retiring.

papz · 02-22-2013, 02:30 PM

Originally Posted by Halo

Honestly, even with a seriously compromised o-line, Drew has been the least injured player on the team.

(knock on wood, knock on wood, knock on wood)

I'd say we know for a fact 3 years of strong play from Drew, but 4 years sounds more like it with a reputation like his. He had 1 injury to his arm that was noteworthy, and he technically only got better after that injury.

What does the future hold for NFL players? Skill positions like QB were shorter lived in the recent past before the "no-hit" rules. I think they'll last longer in the post Goodellgate era. We seriously could see an end to "the sack" one day soon (let's hope not).

Skills players starting after 40 may become a reality in this generation.

Given soon we'll become the FFL(Flag Football League), this may be a given.

Athletes these days are also much more well conditioned. And with the heavy rotations, the wear and tear on their bodies are lessening to pair along with the rule changes.

I think Drew has an elite 2 years, really good 3rd, and a solid 4/5th years left in him... barring injury of course.

halloween 65 · 02-22-2013, 03:35 PM

Originally Posted by Danno

Two years? I think he's got at least 5. Why do you think he's only got 2 years left?

Just a guess like all of this is, but not many play at a high level for as long as he has, believe me I hope I'm wrong but I don't think he will. On the flip side do I think he could manage a game another year or so after, yes!!

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Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,751	Re: How long does this team have left? Originally Posted by halloween 65 I think Brees has 2 year max. before his slide, and if Daniels is not the answer, draft 1 in the late round and see what he could bring to the table. Two years? I think he's got at least 5. Why do you think he's only got 2 years left? 73Saint and TheOak like this.

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02-22-2013, 02:04 PM	#3
Danno Truth Addict Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Spanish Fort, AL (via NO and B/R) Posts: 24,751	Re: How long does this team have left? Originally Posted by Halo Honestly, even with a seriously compromised o-line, Drew has been the least injured player on the team. (knock on wood, knock on wood, knock on wood) I'd say we know for a fact 3 years of strong play from Drew, but 4 years sounds more like it with a reputation like his. He had 1 injury to his arm that was noteworthy, and he technically only got better after that injury. What does the future hold for NFL players? Skill positions like QB were shorter lived in the recent past before the "no-hit" rules. I think they'll last longer in the post Goodellgate era. We seriously could see an end to "the sack" one day soon (let's hope not). Skills players starting after 40 may become a reality in this generation. So true, and with Drew's work ethic, and his skillset being a typical quick release drop back passer, I think only a freak injury would prevent him from playing until he's 40. It now takes about 1 training camp to prepare a franchise QB for the NFL. Why in the world we even think about drafting someone right now? They'd be on another team 2 or 3 years before Drew even thinks about retiring. Halo, pumpkindriver and saintsfan403 like this.

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papz Problem? Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: New Orleans Posts: 11,774	Re: How long does this team have left? Originally Posted by Halo Honestly, even with a seriously compromised o-line, Drew has been the least injured player on the team. (knock on wood, knock on wood, knock on wood) I'd say we know for a fact 3 years of strong play from Drew, but 4 years sounds more like it with a reputation like his. He had 1 injury to his arm that was noteworthy, and he technically only got better after that injury. What does the future hold for NFL players? Skill positions like QB were shorter lived in the recent past before the "no-hit" rules. I think they'll last longer in the post Goodellgate era. We seriously could see an end to "the sack" one day soon (let's hope not). Skills players starting after 40 may become a reality in this generation. Given soon we'll become the FFL(Flag Football League), this may be a given. Athletes these days are also much more well conditioned. And with the heavy rotations, the wear and tear on their bodies are lessening to pair along with the rule changes. I think Drew has an elite 2 years, really good 3rd, and a solid 4/5th years left in him... barring injury of course. saintsfan403 likes this.

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halloween 65 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Grand Haven, Michigan by way of a little Mississippi River town in Louisiana Posts: 5,893	Re: How long does this team have left? Originally Posted by Danno Two years? I think he's got at least 5. Why do you think he's only got 2 years left? Just a guess like all of this is, but not many play at a high level for as long as he has, believe me I hope I'm wrong but I don't think he will. On the flip side do I think he could manage a game another year or so after, yes!!

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