Jonathan Cooper in the first??????

Rugby Saint II · 03-31-2013, 12:01 PM

Originally Posted by lsutigerfan

Defense defense defense, unless Lane Johnson falls. Although I have to admit I am intrigued with Tavon Austin. But there's no need for a guard especially in the first round.

Unless it's an OT..........we'd better go defense.

nycsaintfan · 03-31-2013, 01:21 PM

Originally Posted by lsutigerfan

Defense defense defense, unless Lane Johnson falls. Although I have to admit I am intrigued with Tavon Austin. But there's no need for a guard especially in the first round.

In a couple of other threads I brought up potentially adding Austin as well. I can't see how Payton would not want to add another weapon like this into that offense.

I'm still a proponent of trading down and acquiring more picks in this draft. But if Austin is there when we select, it would be hard to pass on his talents.

As far as drafting Cooper... looks like a heck of a talent. But I can't see us drafting another interior lineman this early in the draft.

Seer1 · 03-31-2013, 09:10 AM

I just know it's gonna be a long snapper, or a PK, Geno Smith, or something like that. Especially if you're talking guards or centers now. Trades for unproven players, even top tenners aren't going to net us all that much. We still need too many positions filled to blindly grope after that BPA thing. Besides that, there isn't much in the way of agreement anywhere of who the BPA would be at 15.

Joker · 03-31-2013, 12:12 PM

Sounds like a good plan but unfortunately probably not going to select an offensive lineman that early.
I believe their going to give Charles Brown a shot to prove he can and if McKinnie Is still available after the draft sign him for the league minimum.
They take the best player on the board as they always have, I believe if Austin if there he taken at #15 unless someone offers them a late first and 2nd round pick.
I know I'm going to catch grief for this but that's my opinion.

Happy Easter Everyone!!!!!

Mr.Riaton · 03-31-2013, 01:56 PM

Austin is an impressive prospect,but in this defensive rich 1st round we really need to stick to defense.we have plenty of talent on the offensive side of the ball. I want a defensive STUD! Not just one that we think is great- one that the whole nfl respects and fears! If I had 3 first round picks,I would use all three on defense.....well-maybe one on any of the top three tackles. But I do agree,Austin in the black and gold would be awesome!

Joker · 03-31-2013, 02:13 PM

I guess we will see come draft day, but I believe it's going to be Tavon Austin or the safety from Texas Viccaro. I look at the defense and believe that it will be much improved with the simple additions they've made. Will Smith IMO is a DE not an OLB, to slow and a little long in the tooth.
People don't be surprised if Austin is there at 15 that Sean Payton picks him. He's a 3 in 1 player, return punts, kicks, slot WR and can also be used out of the backfield. Just my opinion guys, don't beat me up to bad.

nycsaintfan · 03-31-2013, 02:21 PM

Originally Posted by Joker

I guess we will see come draft day, but I believe it's going to be Tavon Austin or the safety from Texas Viccaro. I look at the defense and believe that it will be much improved with the simple additions they've made. Will Smith IMO is a DE not an OLB, to slow and a little long in the tooth.
People don't be surprised if Austin is there at 15 that Sean Payton picks him. He's a 3 in 1 player, return punts, kicks, slot WR and can also be used out of the backfield. Just my opinion guys, don't beat me up to bad.

I think you are spot on with this post.

Leighton B · 03-31-2013, 04:04 PM

I WOULD LIKE TO GRAB TAVON AUSTIN TOO, But if someone wants to break the bank and move up in front of STL I might would consider letting Austin go for 2 or 3 more picks! I also believe we can probably trade a RB and CB if we sign or draft one not to mention training pr cutting Roman Harper! So we should be able to aquire more picks atleast I hope so that way we wouldn't have to trade down and we can take a top 15 talent because we need an infuse of young star talent and that's why we need more picks because of the deep defensive talent in the draft this year!

nycsaintfan · 03-31-2013, 07:03 PM

Originally Posted by Leighton B

I also believe we can probably trade a RB and CB if we sign or draft one not to mention training pr cutting Roman Harper!

I'm really not sure if you want to see us flat out release Harper. I'm no expert on the cap, but the cap hit will be pretty harsh.

I know most want to see Brees restructure his contract, but we are really going to feel it down the road. I think we only restructure Brees is we are bringing someone in who is going to significantly make us much better.

Leighton B · 03-31-2013, 03:54 PM

DUDE WE GOT 2 OF THE BEST GAURDS IN THE NFL! Why would we draft Cooper don't get me wrong I actually have Cooper rated higher than Warmack cause he can play center too! But no way we draft a gaurd maybe a tackle but not an inside guy!

03-31-2013, 01:21 PM	#2
nycsaintfan 100th Post Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 165	Re: Jonathan Cooper in the first?????? Originally Posted by lsutigerfan Defense defense defense, unless Lane Johnson falls. Although I have to admit I am intrigued with Tavon Austin. But there's no need for a guard especially in the first round. In a couple of other threads I brought up potentially adding Austin as well. I can't see how Payton would not want to add another weapon like this into that offense. I'm still a proponent of trading down and acquiring more picks in this draft. But if Austin is there when we select, it would be hard to pass on his talents. As far as drafting Cooper... looks like a heck of a talent. But I can't see us drafting another interior lineman this early in the draft. Joker likes this.
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03-31-2013, 09:10 AM	#3
Seer1 Site Donor Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Bayou Bayfield CO Posts: 4,722	Re: Jonathan Cooper in the first?????? I just know it's gonna be a long snapper, or a PK, Geno Smith, or something like that. Especially if you're talking guards or centers now. Trades for unproven players, even top tenners aren't going to net us all that much. We still need too many positions filled to blindly grope after that BPA thing. Besides that, there isn't much in the way of agreement anywhere of who the BPA would be at 15. frydaddy likes this.

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Joker Site Donor Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Lafayette Posts: 408 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Jonathan Cooper in the first?????? Sounds like a good plan but unfortunately probably not going to select an offensive lineman that early. I believe their going to give Charles Brown a shot to prove he can and if McKinnie Is still available after the draft sign him for the league minimum. They take the best player on the board as they always have, I believe if Austin if there he taken at #15 unless someone offers them a late first and 2nd round pick. I know I'm going to catch grief for this but that's my opinion. Happy Easter Everyone!!!!!

03-31-2013, 01:56 PM	#5
Mr.Riaton 1000 Posts + Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Broussard,La. Posts: 1,308	Re: Jonathan Cooper in the first?????? Austin is an impressive prospect,but in this defensive rich 1st round we really need to stick to defense.we have plenty of talent on the offensive side of the ball. I want a defensive STUD! Not just one that we think is great- one that the whole nfl respects and fears! If I had 3 first round picks,I would use all three on defense.....well-maybe one on any of the top three tackles. But I do agree,Austin in the black and gold would be awesome!

03-31-2013, 02:13 PM	#6
Joker Site Donor Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Lafayette Posts: 408 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Jonathan Cooper in the first?????? I guess we will see come draft day, but I believe it's going to be Tavon Austin or the safety from Texas Viccaro. I look at the defense and believe that it will be much improved with the simple additions they've made. Will Smith IMO is a DE not an OLB, to slow and a little long in the tooth. People don't be surprised if Austin is there at 15 that Sean Payton picks him. He's a 3 in 1 player, return punts, kicks, slot WR and can also be used out of the backfield. Just my opinion guys, don't beat me up to bad. nycsaintfan likes this.

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Rugby Saint II Bounty Money $$$ Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: 5800 Airline Dr. Metairie, LA. Posts: 24,133	Re: Jonathan Cooper in the first?????? Originally Posted by lsutigerfan Defense defense defense, unless Lane Johnson falls. Although I have to admit I am intrigued with Tavon Austin. But there's no need for a guard especially in the first round. Unless it's an OT..........we'd better go defense.

03-31-2013, 02:21 PM	#7
nycsaintfan 100th Post Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 165	Re: Jonathan Cooper in the first?????? Originally Posted by Joker I guess we will see come draft day, but I believe it's going to be Tavon Austin or the safety from Texas Viccaro. I look at the defense and believe that it will be much improved with the simple additions they've made. Will Smith IMO is a DE not an OLB, to slow and a little long in the tooth. People don't be surprised if Austin is there at 15 that Sean Payton picks him. He's a 3 in 1 player, return punts, kicks, slot WR and can also be used out of the backfield. Just my opinion guys, don't beat me up to bad. I think you are spot on with this post. Joker likes this.
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Leighton B 100th Post Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 160	Re: Jonathan Cooper in the first?????? I WOULD LIKE TO GRAB TAVON AUSTIN TOO, But if someone wants to break the bank and move up in front of STL I might would consider letting Austin go for 2 or 3 more picks! I also believe we can probably trade a RB and CB if we sign or draft one not to mention training pr cutting Roman Harper! So we should be able to aquire more picks atleast I hope so that way we wouldn't have to trade down and we can take a top 15 talent because we need an infuse of young star talent and that's why we need more picks because of the deep defensive talent in the draft this year!
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03-31-2013, 07:03 PM	#9
nycsaintfan 100th Post Join Date: Mar 2013 Posts: 165	Re: Jonathan Cooper in the first?????? Originally Posted by Leighton B I also believe we can probably trade a RB and CB if we sign or draft one not to mention training pr cutting Roman Harper! I'm really not sure if you want to see us flat out release Harper. I'm no expert on the cap, but the cap hit will be pretty harsh. I know most want to see Brees restructure his contract, but we are really going to feel it down the road. I think we only restructure Brees is we are bringing someone in who is going to significantly make us much better.
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Leighton B 100th Post Join Date: Feb 2013 Posts: 160	Re: Jonathan Cooper in the first?????? DUDE WE GOT 2 OF THE BEST GAURDS IN THE NFL! Why would we draft Cooper don't get me wrong I actually have Cooper rated higher than Warmack cause he can play center too! But no way we draft a gaurd maybe a tackle but not an inside guy!
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