Let's trade Mettenberger to the Jets for DE Wilkerson

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  1. xhrr

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    Could haha but it's riskier when he's going to be a high profile FA
     
  2. RollTide

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    If Mett plays well when he has the opportunity in pre season and in real games he could be get us as much as a 2nd rd pick in a year or 2.

    If he plays well he could be looked at as similar to Matt Schaub when he was Vick's backup in Atlanta. The Falcons got a 2nd for Schaub.

    Mett needs to show last year was not a fluke, that he can stay healthy and that he can stay out of trouble off the field. If he does his value will grow.
     
  3. RollTide

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    You don't know your way around the league if you think Fitzpatrick is not worth signing, he is the best QB on that team. He is at least as good or better than McCown, Hoyer or Sanzhez who all make $4.5-$5M.

    Also you are totally clueless if you think Mett and Murray are equals. Murray did nothing impressive in preseason while Mett played great and then was credible in 6 games as a starter. Mett has a far higher ceiling.

    Murray is 4th string for a reason.
     
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  4. RollTide

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    Ranking the NFL's backup quarterback situations 1-32

    This was a list compiled in October but what you can see right away is that the backup QB situation around the league is rather thin. From a persecutive of talent, upside and current accomplishment Mett would certainly be near the top especially if a team does not have an iron clad starter.

    Matt Moore is 10th and makes $2.6M. Dereck anderson is 6th. Fitzpatrick is not listed because he was starting for the Texans at the time.

    There is not a plethora of young gun talent with any proven accomplishment that is not starting. then you look at some starters around the league.

    People will say that Jay Cutler sucks but he is clearly better than any guy in that top 10.
     
  5. xpmar9x

    xpmar9x The Real Slim Shady

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    Very true. Casey & Wilkerson would be perfect duo on the DL.

    Just imagine next year we sign Wilkerson, draft Vernon Hargreaves III round 1, and ILB/NT/OL round 2 in 2016. Suddenly, our defense just got twice as good.

    Primed for a playoff run ;-)
     
  6. xpmar9x

    xpmar9x The Real Slim Shady

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    I'd agree with you RollTide. IF Mettenberger started all next year (or atleast the majority) and did well, he could fetch a higher pick.

    You made the Schaub comparison, but also look at Kevin Kolb. Had an average year with Philly, was 26, and fetched a 2nd AND Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie.

    If somebody offered a deal like that, it would be hard to refuse. But, I don't think thaty'll happen because I doubt Mettenberger sees the field anytime soon (unless Mariota gets hurt, knock on wood).
     
  7. Rwill

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    I am pretty sure if not for his fractured back and injuries during college Mett would have never came close to the 6th round. His actual talent/skill/potential is inline to be a starting qb in the NFL. Problem is, just like in his first season, doesnt take long for him to be on the sidelines nursing an injury.

    On a side note, I am 100% against the "starting week 1" Mariota talk. I think Mett should start the first 6 games and Mariota gets the 4th quarter regardless of score and regardless of how good or bad he plays. If he is unbelievably good, then he still just plays the 4th quarter of the next game and if he is unbelievably bad, he still gets the 4th quarter of the next game. If he is proceeding as we would all hope, he can take over the start in the 7th game. If not he can take the 2nd half. I am willing to give up a few wins this season for the future.
     
  8. Alzarius

    Alzarius Pro Bowler Tip Jar Donor

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    Whiz won't touch that idea.

    Imagine the media circus
     
  9. xhrr

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    Im gonna say this as nice as possible but that's an absolutely horrible idea and nothing but a QB carousel.
     
  10. LANGSTER

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    I am very happy having Mett as the 2 and not clipboard! Mett is cheap and if the last few years and our line play have proofed anything, it is we need to qb's! And clipboard need not be one of the two. Mett is cheap and can do the job if called upon
     
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