The two big DTs

They aren't worth it, because DT is a very deep position this year. Red Bryant is a big body we could get in the 2nd or 3rd even. Because I believe Haynesworth is coming back, we only need someone large and run-stuffing to compliment AH.

 

too much, not interested.

 

Their specialness remains to be seen in the NFL, and I wouldn't say they are twice as good as those three, which they'd have to be for us to trade up from #24 to the top 10 to get one of them.

And, as you say, it's potential.

Wow. You really fell in LOVE with Ellis, didn't you? Nothing wrong with that. Just saying....

I like Bryant myself. He can tie up two blockers, just as Al can. He won't be as penetrating without Al, but one on one, he'll have his moments.

Laws need to improve his pass rush techniques, but he has two other valuable things -- big time motor and natural leverage (6'1"), which he uses well.

 

Besides, in round one, WR, RB and possibly CB will be somewhat more valuable, as well as realistic. Blow our load on one DT when we have other needs? Can't see it. Too fantastic. Probably moreso even that drafting a RB in round one.

 

I'll admit I haven't seen Ellis play a lot, so you have the advantage. But from the outside, I think part of Ellis' rise has come from the recent uncertainty surrounding Dorsey. So, he may be that good, maybe not, but if and when we trade up (some year), the player would have to fill a need and be worth the two or three other players on who we would miss out.

 

I myself am kind of torn on Bryant v Laws, but I do think Laws goes higher. I am pretty sold on the idea we have to go DT in two to get one of those three guys. Bryant could do a Starks, but I doubt Laws or Moore do.

It'll be interesting. As always, the wants and needs outweigh what we can possibly do. What happens in round one is going to be very telling.

 

Alge Crumpler?

 

Dorsey was/is very overrated, but I think he'll be a solid DT in the NFL.