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People tend to hate Herm Edwards, the former head coach of the Kansas City Chiefs. Everybody focuses on a few of the negative things he did, but when you really think about it, he has built an amazing franchise in K.C.

All this time, he has given us winning season after winning season, and all we do is focus on the negatives. Year after year, Edwards has chosen stable draft choices, and in this past campaign he brought our team to a tremendous 2-14 season.

Ron Edwards, Jason Babin, and countless others have been so beneficial to the Chiefs.

Now Kansas City has all this cap room to spend, and it’s all because of Herm’s effort. All we really need to do in this upcoming 2009 season is get players out of free agency like Barry Sanders. Or even maybe go for a good quarterback like Steve McNair.

To rebuild our team, I feel that we need to get rid of the players that are holding back the team like Dwayne Bowe and Brandon Flowers. Tony Gonzalez is also getting to that age were we need to trade him for a second or third round draft pick.

The Philadelphia Eagles Left Tackle Void May Be Filled Internally

The true foundation of a successful football team is usually the offensive line.

With the majority of quarterbacks being right handed, the most important position on the line is left tackle.

With the NFL Draft five weeks away, fans across the region and beyond are speculating who will be replacing long-time Eagle (and current Jacksonville Jaguar) William “Tra” Thomas.

Winston Justice is proof that being a highly coveted college player doesn’t necessarily mean he’s destined a perennial Pro Bowler who dominates the blind side.

“Trade both first round picks and a fifth rounder to move up in the top five. Use that pick on either Baylor’s Jason Smith or Virginia’s Eugene Monroe”

On top of that, just because these are the best left tackles in 2009 doesn’t guarantee that they’ll have the same impact as Jake Long did last year.

I also don’t see the Eagles’ front office overly eager to jump up that high to give $25-$30 million in guaranteed money. They’d give less than that with their two current first round picks combined.

“Trade a first round and fifth round pick to Buffalo for Pro Bowler Jason Peters”.

Peters made the Pro Bowl based on his run blocking ability. He gave up 11.5 sacks in a run-oriented offense. Doesn’t sound like a fit for a pass-first offense in my opinion.

I don’t feel the Eagles need to do any of the above. They have two players currently on their roster who have the potential to be starters at the position.

These guys should be graded on a curve due to the fact that they’ve already started digesting the Eagles playbook.

Herremans was originally drafted in the 2005 draft as a tackle. He started a few games his rookie year and got positive results.

He replaced Jermane Mayberry as the starting left guard with the understanding that he could possibly move back to tackle when Thomas departed.

The Eagles could do this by drafting Duke Robinson (whom many compare to Shawn Andrews) from Oklahoma, or Herman Johnson of LSU in the second round, to address the left guard position.

Many feel that giving Dunlap a chance to start would be detrimental to the Eagles’ chances next year.

The 2008 seventh-round pick was once considered a first round prospect with a huge upside.

Unfortunately, Dunlap lost his starting spot his senior year. While that’s never good, the freshmen he lost his spot to was Lee Ziemba (2007 first team All-American freshman, projected to be a first-day pick if he leaves after his junior year in 2009).

Dunlap has said that being drafted by the Eagles was a new opportunity, and wants a chance to prove he can start.

After a year off the field studying film, the playbook, and adding bulk to his already huge frame, Dunlap has just as much ability as any trade or draft prospects to successfully protect Donovan McNabb’s blind side.

A prime example that Operation Dunlap could work is Jared Gaither of the Baltimore Ravens.

After playing six games his rookie year, he started 15 of 16 games in 2008. That year Gaither anchored the line for a Baltimore offense which ranked fourth in the league in rushing, rushed for a franchise record 20 TDs and ranked second in the league in sacks allowed.

The Eagles can save their first round draft picks on other needs (TE Brandon Pettigrew? RB Knowshon Moreno? WR Hakeem Nicks?), and still have the same potential at left tackle and solidify the offensive line.

2009 NFL Mock Draft: A Safety Emerges As a Potential First-Round Pick

John Madden In Mourning: Brett Favre Is Gone

We heard it time and time again on Monday night football. Brett Favre is the greatest, Brett is a god, Brett can take on the Pittsburgh Steelers D by himself, if only everyone could be like Brett.

Being the nice guy that I am, I thought I could put a list of new wonder-boys together for you in preparation of your 2009 man-crush.

Well John, I look forward to your commentary and to seeing who will be your new wonder-boy.

Miami Dolphins Draft Outlook: April’s Coming

Mock drafts are a way for us fans to speculate or dream about the players that could possibly be a part of our favorite team this upcoming season. There also a way for fans to put down their own ideas of what direction their team should be headed in.

Now, in order to make a proper mock draft, one of the first things that needs to be taken into account is how involved your team has been in free agency. Who has the club picked up, and who have they let go?

Another factor is which positions on your roster could use an influx of youth. Is there a vet who has contributed year after year, but may begin to tail off?

And, last but not least, ask yourself what positions need to be addressed due to a straight-up lack of talent. Is the incumbent at each position still around, and do any of them need some competition to kick them into gear?

In all my years as a Miami Dolphin fan, I’ve had my fair share of failed drafts, especially during the Wannstedt era. But finally, thanks to God smiling on us, the Tuna (he who would never have passed on Anquan Boldin for Eddie Moore) has been sent.

Last year, we finally saw what a well-thought-out draft looked like. In the second round, when Merling and Henne were both on the board, our regime didn’t panic and chose the best available player, and still managed to land Henne later in the second.

I personally told family and friends before the whole process that Jake Long was the only pick to make at No. 1; I mean, if we had picked Ryan, he would have been killed. In 2008, we just needed to take care of the foundation of the team, which begins in the trenches.

We realized our real needs last year on both sides of the ball, and look at us now: defending division champs looking to fill out the roster with impact players.

Our top priorities presently are wide receiver, cornerback, inside and outside linebacker, and defensive tackle. But don’t let yourself think that these concerns will pigeon-hole our front office into picking players at only these positions.

With the acquisitions of CB Eric Green, DT Tony McDaniel, and OLB Cameron Wake, and the presence of four young talented WRs on the roster, Dolphins brass has the luxury of picking the best available player. Don’t be surprised to see a young tight end capable of stretching the seam or an inside linebacker who can contribute with natural turnover-making ability brought into the fold.

During the offseason, I have been scouting players that I think would fit the Dolphin culture and schemes both offensively and defensively. I’ve narrowed it down to five prospects in the first round, eight prospects feach for the second and third, and six prospects each for the rest of the rounds that the Dolphins have a selection in.

His ability to play on the outside, in space, and his versatility to be lined up at multiple positions makes him very appealing to Dan Henning and David Lee. Note also that Steve Smith played for Urban Meyers’ Utah offense.

Reminds me of Reggie Wayne coming out of college, so hopefully this regime won’t pass on him for a “Jamar Fletcher,” like Wanny did.

Could be a utility guy in our 3-4 defense, playing both end and outside linebacker. Kid’s a freak athlete can play both sides of the ball.

Brings many of the same qualities that Brian Cushing would, but for me, he’s an even more explosive playmaker and tackler with natural instincts being put to use thanks to a matured frame. Plus, he can play inside or out in our 3-4 defense.

Has great physical tools, much like his brother, but still I wonder if he lacks technique and polish (also much like his brother). He looks great in shorts, though, and his film is pretty nice, too.

Planet of a man who can plug a black hole. Would be a great compliment, if not upgrade to, Mr. Ferguson.

A physical possession receiver with sneaky speed and promising potential to become more than a complementary target.

Son of a coach; you know he’ll always be more prepared than the next guy due to his work ethic and character. Reminds me of Cris Carter with how he plays the game.

A physical specimen of a cornerback that could probably play a little safety as well. Either way, the kid is a playmaker who has magnets for hands.

I don’t care what his measurables and timed speeds are because he is the definition of a football player. Put some pads on him and a receiver in front of him, and you’ll see what a great player he is.

I’m sure Donald Thomas has given the Fins the lowdown on this kid’s talent. A fluid athlete with great hips and feet, he’s the best corner out of the Big East this year.

A defensive end who would have to make switch to outside ‘backer in our defense, but he has the skill set and speed to succeed rushing the passer off the edge.

He’s experienced in our scheme after playing under Al Groh at Virginia. Chris Long once said Sintim was the most talented player on his team.

A savvy veteran college receiver who is complete all-around, and although he won’t “wow” you physically, put him on the field and ask him to make a play, and he’ll respond.

Outshined by his teammate Harvin last season, but was the guy on the outside creating space that allowed Harvin to run all his underneath routes. Not to mention, kid’s got impressive speed and tools of his own.

To me, he is baby Keyshawn Johnson, though not as polished having come out of a small school. His giant frame and ability to go over the top makes him appealing. Early on, expect development reminiscent of the Chargers’ Vincent Jackson.

Straight-up football player whose measurables won’t blow you away. But his film will, just like his former teammate Brandon Flowers.

A compact and squatty corner with an impressive skill set, he’s raw in his technique and recognition skills.

A rocked-up and fluid athlete capable of impacting the middle of the field as well as deep down the seams.

A rare athlete at tight end in the sense of his size in proportion to his speed. Needs work as a blocker, as most college TE, but is a special kind of receiver.

Another player Donald Thomas has given the Fins a scouting report about, but even more so because he used to go up against him every day in practice. That said, he’d be a conversion guy that would need time to develop, but has scary explosiveness. His straight-line speed is a bit lacking, though, as his vert and broad jump tests indicate.

A small-school sleeper who reminds me a little of Dominique Rogers-Cromartie with his lanky frame still needing development. But can’t argue with his footwork and ball skills, which are very good.

From a school that is underrated for its development of good defensive players, he’s a safety-corner ‘tweener that is aggressive and mature due to his older age.

Turnover machine with the speed of an elite safety, has bulk to play inside in a 3-4 but lacks strength at the moment to shed blocks. But with his ability to cut angles and his legit 4.4 speed, he’ll adjust fine.

Comes from a school with a reputation of putting out quality linemen; played with Merling last year and still has room to add weight to his 6’4″ frame. Good quickness and core strength to play nose tackle.

Yet another conversion guy with an incredible motor who is already better than the guy he’s often compared to, Travis LaBoy (starting ‘backer on the NFC champ Cards).

Mammoth tackle who can play both sides but is better suited for right tackle due to his girth and aggressiveness. Off-the-field problems warrant monitoring.

A lunch-pail ,blue-collar swing tackle who will probably never start but will provide excellent depth during a long career.

Left tackle prospect with great tools but limited playing experience. Picked up football late in high school after moving around with family.

No great physical tools, just a player. May be best suited for a cover-two scheme, but I just loved watching the guy play up the turnpike at UCF. Great ball skills and nice return man.

Much like Sintim in the sense that he knows our defense from playing at Virginia, and even though he isn’t the most athletic, he can step in and contribute immediately due to his toughness and smarts.

The prototypical nose tackle who is squatty and stout with excellent core strength; put up 37 reps at the combine. Former teammate of Henne and Long needs to work on stamina.

Former teammate of Kendall Langford who has experience at tackle and end, though is more suited to play nose tackle if he can improve his work ethic and strength.

Technician who never leaves the practice facility. Won’t necessarily beat you with his physical skills, but much like Zach Thomas, will beat you with his mind and instincts.

An injury this past season has hurt his stock, but before that, he had the size-speed combo 3-4 teams are looking for in an inside ‘backer.

His strong build can hold up against double teams. He won’t run around anybody with his quickness, but he can definitely fill a gap.

Still learning his position, but has physical talent that encourages a coach to work with him. Former quarterback who knows how to make himself available as target in soft spots for his passer.

A swing tackle who played for David Lee at Arkansas and understands our blocking scheme and the Wildcat offense.

Versatile fullback who could add dynamics as a receiver and runner out of the backfield, having had experience at RB, FB, HB, and TE.

Since I’ve given you my round-by-round break-down, I might as well give you my ideal mock draft for this year’s Dolphins.

1. Percy Harvin: Can play flanker, split end, slot, and wildcat; gotta love the versatility.

2a. Sean Smith: Can play corner and safety and will succeed doing so. A starter from day one.

2b. Lawrence Sidbury: Speed off the edge he possesses is “Ware-like.”

4. Jason Williams: Size and speed ratio plus turnover causing ability are needed inside.

5. Terrance Taylor: Potential fire hydrant in the middle of our defense for years to come.

7a. Jose Valdez: Work ethic to succeed as a swing tackle behind Long and Carey.

Speculating is fun, so let’s just see how close I am come April. The draft doesn’t have to go down like my mock, but I’d definitely like to see some of the players I think that fit our culture in Miami.

What Should The Lions Offer For Jay Cutler

He also threw 25 touchdowns and ranked seventh overall in the league. These are without a doubt some impressive numbers.

Now on the downside, Cutler threw 18 interceptions and only Brett Favre threw more. He had an 86 passer rating, which ranked him 16th overall in the NFL.

However, we may not know the whole story. I just wonder if he can handle the pressure of being a Detroit QB?

He was drafted 11th and has three years experience. Because of his stats last year and his experience, one could argue that he is worth the No. 1 pick.

Is he worth more than a No. 1 overall pick? It would make sense if the Lions were to package the No. 1 pick with Drew Stanton.

If Denver wanted more than the No. 1, Stanton and a third, the cost would be too high. The Lions would be set back once again.

All-Time NFC South Defensive Team

About a week ago I wrote an article on the all-time offensive team of the NFC South. This is the sequal to that article with defense. I personally had alot of fun doing this article. It is probally because I played defense when I played football.

This list compiles alot of future Hall of Fame players. The stats that are listed are from 2002 and on. Also it is only stats from when they played with there NFC South team. Some players might have only been there for a year. Others have been since the NFC South was formed.

Due to trades and free angency the NFC South has seen some of the best defensive players in the game.

Now this article is just who I personally think would be on this team if it was formed. I personally hope you enjoy this article as much as I did writing it.

NFL Draft: A History Of Pick No. 13

NFL Draft: History of Pick No.13

On April 25, the Washington Redskins will exercise their right to claim the 13th selection in the 2009 NFL Draft. Should they opt to use the pick on a player (as opposed to trading it away), what kind of player can they reasonably be expected to get?

Thirteen is an interesting spot after all. On the one hand, it doesn’t carry with it the white-hot pressure of, say, a top five pick … the kind of pick that, when missed badly, can set a franchise back for years.

On the other hand, it is hardly a throwaway either. Maybe at pick 28 you can write a bust off to bad luck, but at 13, you better hope the guy you tap isn’t a whiff. No, there isn’t a set formula for judging the merits of career after-the-fact–injuries, regime-changes and other X factors can sometimes overtake the most promising of careers—but at the very least, you do want to be able to look back five or 10 years down the road and say, “Yeah, but he could play.”

With pre-draft hype building to a crescendo (you can’t swing a dead cat around the Internet these days without hitting draft analysis and prediction), this week we’re taking a look at the history of the 13th pick.

As one might expect, over the course of 73 years (as far back as NFL.com keeps draft records), the success/failure spectrum has run the gamut. On one extreme you’ll find all-time greats and Hall-of-Famers, like RB Jim Brown (arguably the greatest player in league history), RB Franco Harris, DE Carl Eller and TE Tony Gonzalez.

On the other you’ll find afterthoughts and asterisks, like OT James Fitzpatrick, WR Lindsay Scott, DT Troy Archer, LB Jim Files.

You’ll even find tragedy, like that of RB David Overstreet.

This research is not offered as prediction or analysis of what the Washington Redskins will do with the 13th pick in the 2009 draft. Instead, it is offered as context and a chance to consider flesh-and-blood examples of the kind of player the pick has brought through NFL history.

My original intent was to look at a representative sample of thirteenth picks, and I set out using a 30-year window as a base line. Before I knew it, however, I had gone back 40 years, to 1969, (what can I say, the internet connection was cooking).

Here for your consideration is what I found.

Since 1969, players chosen at #13:

• Fourteen have played 10 years or more (not counting active players at less than 10).

• Nine have played 5 years or less (not counting active players).

• Longest career: 17 yrs (OT Mike Kenn, ATL)

• Shortest career: one year (RB David Overstreet (MIA) deceased; two years RB Leon Burns (SD))

• Average career length (retired players): 8.1 yrs

• Drafted By Position:

8 – Defensive Line

7 – Linebacker

6 – Offensive Line

6 – Running Back

3 – Tight End

2 – Defensive Back

1 – Quarterback

• One positive trend that bears mention is recent success rate. A quick look at the last ten years shows a very solid list of players, including DT’s Adam Carriker, Marcus Stroud and Ty Warren, DE/LB John Abraham, and OT Jammal Brown. The Redskins should be so lucky.

Since 1936, players chosen at #13:

• Hall of Famers: 5 – RB Jim Brown, DE Carl Eller, RB Franco Harris, TE Kellen Winslow, TE Tony Gonzalez (book it)

• There’s a certain symmetry at play. As noted above, NFL.com’s official draft history goes back to 1936. The 13th pick that year was used to select RB Bernie Scherer, by a team called the Boston Redskins. One year later, that team would leave Beantown and head south to its new home in Washington, DC. In the 73 years since, the Redskins have had the 13th selection one other time, and selected…RB Ray McDonald in 1967. Redskins fans jonesing for RB Knowshon Moreno should take note. Could be karma.

• Best Name: Tie – OG Tarzan White, RB McArthur Lane

• Worst Name: LB Percy Snow

Let’s get to the matter at hand. The list below is broken into three sections:

1. The NFL started tracking games started in 1980, so for the 29-year period between 1980-2008, each player is listed by career length (retired players only), number of years in which he started at least half of games he played in (“strt”), and teams with which he spent his career.

2. Pre-1980, players are listed by career length and teams played for.

3. Pre-1969 (my artificial 40-year cut-off; the internet connection wasn’t that fast), players are listed only by name, position and team drafted by.

You are invited to make your own observations, offer additional breakdowns and, if you wish, draw your own conclusions. And, as I have found myself doing the last couple of days, you may take a second or two reflecting on your own job, and whether or not it hangs on something as tenuous telling a Jim Brown from a Chet Hanulak before the fact.

Hail, and enjoy …

[* = active player]

2008 – JONATHAN STEWART,* RB, CAR
1 yr. (0 strt)

2007 – ADAM CARRIKER,* DT, STL
2 yrs. (2 strt)

2006 – KAMERION WIMBLEY,* LB, CLE
3 yrs. (3 strt)

2005 – JAMMAL BROWN,* OT, NO
4 yrs. (4 strt)

2004 – LEE EVANS,* WR, BUF
5 yrs. (5 strt)

2003 – TY WARREN,* DT, NE
6 yrs. (5 strt)

2002 – DONTE’ STALLWORTH,* WR, NO
7 yrs. (6 strt) – 4 NO (3 strt), 1 PHI, CLE, NE (all strt)

2001 – MARCUS STROUD,* DT, JAX
8 yrs. (7 strt) – 7 JAX (6 strt), 1 BUF (strt)

2000 – JOHN ABRAHAM,* DE/LB, NYJ
9 yrs. (8 strt) – 6 NYJ (5 strt), 3 ATL (3 strt)

1999 – TROY EDWARDS, WR, PIT
7 yrs. (1 strt) – 3 PIT, 1 STL, 2 JAX (1 strt), 1 DET

1998 – TAKEO SPIKES,* LB, CIN
11 yrs. (11 strt) – 5 CIN, 4 BUF, 1 PHI, 1 SF

1997 – TONY GONZALEZ,* TE, KC
11 yrs. (11 strt)

1996 – WALT HARRIS,* CB, CHI
13 yrs. (12 strt) – 6 CHI, 2 IND, 2 WAS (1 strt), 3 SF

1995 – MARK FIELDS, LB, NO
10 yrs. (8 strt) – 6 NO (5 strt), 1 STL (strt), 3 CAR (2 strt)

1994 – JOE JOHNSON, DE, NO
10 yrs. (9 strt) – 8 NO (7 strt), 2 GB (2 strt)

1993 – BRAD HOPKINS, OT, HOU/TEN
13 yrs. (13 strt)

1992 – EUGENE CHUNG, OG, NE
5 yrs. (2 strt) – 3 NE (2 strt), 1 JAX, 1 IND

1991 – MIKE PRITCHARD, WR, ATL
9 yrs. (6 strt) – 3 ATL (3 strt); 2 DEN (1 strt), 4 SEA (2 strt)

1990 – PERCY SNOW, LB, KC
4 yrs. (0 strt) – 3 KC, 1 CHI

1989 – ERIC METCALF, WR, CLE
13 yrs. (5 strt) – 6 CLE (3 strt), 2 ATL (2 strt), 1 SD, AZ, CAR, WAS, GB

1988 – KEITH JACKSON, TE, PHI
9 yrs. (4 strt) – 4 PHI (1 strt), 3 MIA (3 strt), 2 GB

1987 – CHRIS MILLER, QB, ATL
10 yrs. (6 strt) – 7 ATL (3 strt), 2 LA/STL (3 strt), 1 DEN (strt)

1986 – JAMES FITZPATRICK, OT, SD
7 yrs. (0 strt) – 4 SD, 3 LA

1985 – EDDIE BROWN, WR, CIN
8 yrs. (1 strt)

1984 – KEITH MILLARD, DT, MIN
10 yrs. (0 strt) – 7 MIN, 1 SEA, 1 GB, 1 PHI

1983 – JAMES JONES, RB, DET
11 yrs. (0 strtr) – 6 DET, 4 SEA, 1 DET

1982 – LINDSAY SCOTT, WR, NO
4 yrs. (0 strt)

1981 – DAVID OVERSTREET, RB, MIA
1 yr. (0 strt) – deceased

1980 – EARL COOPER, RB, SF
7 yrs. (0 strt) – 6 SF, 1 LA Raiders

1979 – KELLEN WINSLOW, TE, SD (9 yrs.)
1978 – MIKE KENN, OT, ATL (17 yrs.)
1977 – A.J. DUHE, LB, MIA (8 yrs.)
1976 – TROY ARCHER, DT, NYG (3 yrs.)
1975 – LYNN BODEN, OG, DET (5 yrs. – 4 DET, 1 CHI)
1974 – RICK MIDDLETON, LB, NO (5 yrs. – 2 NO, 3 SD)
1973 – BURGESS OWENS, DB, NYJ (10 yrs. 7 NY, 3 OAK/LA)
1972 – FRANCO HARRIS, RB, PIT (13 yrs. – 12 PIT, 1 SEA)
1971 – LEON BURNS, RB, SD (2 yrs. – SD, STL)
1970 – JIM FILES, LB, NYG (4 yrs.)
1969 – FREDDY DRYER, DE, NYG (13 yrs. – 3 NY, 9 LA)

1968 – McARTHUR LANE, RB, STL
1967 – RAY McDONALE, RB, WAS
1966 – STAN HINDMAN, DE, SF
1965 – RALPH NEELY, OT, BAL
1964 – CARL ELLER, DE, MIN
1963 – JIM KANICKI, DT, CLE
1962 – CLYDE BROCK, OT, CHI
1961 – RIP HAWKINS, LB, MIN
1960 – WARREN RABB, QB, DET
1959 – ALEX HAWKINS, RB, GB
1958 – JIM PHILLIPS, WR, LA
1957 – JIM BROWN, FB, CLE
1956 – LEON CLARKE, WR, LA
1955 – LINDON CROW, DB, CHI
1954 – CHET HANULAK, RB, CLE
1953 – BILLY REYNOLDS, RB, CLE
1952 – RAY BECK, OG, NYG
1951 – DON JOYCE, DE, CHI
1950 – CHUCK HUNSINGER, RB, CHI
1949 – GEORGE SIMS, DB, LA
1948 – JOE SCOTT, RB, NYG
1947 – FRANK WYDI, OT, PIT
1946 – NICK SCOLLARD, DE, BOS
1945 – JACK DUGGER, OT, PIT
1944 – RALPH HEYWOOD, WR, DET
1943 – TOM FARMER, RB, LA
1942 – ALF BAUMAN, DT, DET
1941 – NORM STANDLEE, RB, CHI
1940 – JOHN SCHIECHL, C, PHI
1939 – GAYLON SMITH, RB, CLE
1938 – BOYD BRUMBAUGH, RB, BKLN
1937 – TARZAN WHITE, OG, NYG
1936 – BERNIE SCHERER, RB, BOS

Denver Broncos Shopping TE Tony Scheffler

Hidden beneath the slew of Jay Cutler stories has now emerged some new breaking news: Fan favorite tight end Tony Scheffler is reportedly being shopped by the Broncos.

The Denver Broncos are paying a lot of money to Daniel Graham, and recently re-signed Jeb Putzier to a new contract, so apparently Scheffler has become expendable.

Another hint as to why this could potentially be made is that Scheffler has one year remaining on his rookie contract, and will likely leave Denver at the end of the season anyway to pursue the starting job elsewhere.

Scheffler is one of the better young tight ends in the game today. Since joining the Broncos in 2006, he has displayed his rare athletic ability and size to the tune of 107 catches, 1,480 yards, and 12 touchdowns in the last three seasons.

Teams that could/should be interested in acquiring Scheffler include Buffalo, Cincinnati, Cleveland, New York (Giants), Detroit, and Atlanta.

A former second round draft pick out of Western Michigan, it is difficult to gauge what Scheffler would be worth at this point, with one year left on his deal, combined with his injury history.

At the very best, he is worth a second round pick, and is a role player on defense.

It has been previously speculated that the Broncos, possibly in search of Brandon Marshall’s replacement if a suspension is given, could deal Scheffler and a draft pick for Braylon Edwards in Cleveland, who will undoubtedly be in the market for a receiver this offseason.

March 2009 News

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