Albert Haynesworth DT-
Why it works-
A Dominating Defensive tackle, Haynesworth is coming off 8 1/2 sacks this season (pretty high for a Defensive tackle) with three forced fumbles. Put him on the same line with Abraham and Big Grady and you have one dominate frontline. He says he would like stay in Tennesse(family and freinds) but it increasinglylooks as if they wont resign him. Atlanta isn't that far away from Nashville and it would be a smooth transition for the 2 time probowler to make
Why it doesn't-
There is a reason Tennesee is hesitant to resign him. He wants a big contract, bigger than maybe even his talent can comand.
Chances of signing 25-50%
Nnamdi Asomugha CB
Why it works- A six season Veteran with the Raiders in that span he only has 10 interceptions but consider this, its probally because Quaterbacks are so afraid to throw in his direction. His coverage is superb.
Why it doesn't- You could probally sign Asomugha without overreaching on price but it doesn't look as if the Raiders are willing to let this one go. In addition I would expect Demitrioff to focus this offseason to signing more nicklebacks than go after one big time starter.
Chances of signing 10-30%
Ray Lewis MLB
Why it works-
C'mon its Ray Freaking Lewis. He's the boogie man Linebacker of the NFL not a whole lot more to add to that.
Why it doesn't-
Ray has given no indication that he wants to leave Baltimore so I wouldn't expect the Ravens to let him hit the market. it would take a large lucritive contract to lure him out of Baltimore and with his age he might not be worth it.
Chances of signing less than 5%
T.J. Houshmandzadeh WR
Why it works-
One of the most consistent recivers in the NFL over the last couple years, this year he had 92 catches for 904 yards and 4 touchdowns (actually a down year for him) Put him alongside Roddy White and Micheal Jenkins and the Falcon's have one hell of a passing attack.
Why it doesn't
There is a somewhat resonable chance Cincy lets him get away but if he does hit the free agency market its doubtful the faclons will be willing to throw money his way when upgrading the Defense is a much higher priority.
Chances of signing 20-45%
Why it works-
A Dominating Defensive tackle, Haynesworth is coming off 8 1/2 sacks this season (pretty high for a Defensive tackle) with three forced fumbles. Put him on the same line with Abraham and Big Grady and you have one dominate frontline. He says he would like stay in Tennesse(family and freinds) but it increasinglylooks as if they wont resign him. Atlanta isn't that far away from Nashville and it would be a smooth transition for the 2 time probowler to make
Why it doesn't-
There is a reason Tennesee is hesitant to resign him. He wants a big contract, bigger than maybe even his talent can comand.
Chances of signing 25-50%
Nnamdi Asomugha CB
Why it works- A six season Veteran with the Raiders in that span he only has 10 interceptions but consider this, its probally because Quaterbacks are so afraid to throw in his direction. His coverage is superb.
Why it doesn't- You could probally sign Asomugha without overreaching on price but it doesn't look as if the Raiders are willing to let this one go. In addition I would expect Demitrioff to focus this offseason to signing more nicklebacks than go after one big time starter.
Chances of signing 10-30%
Ray Lewis MLB
Why it works-
C'mon its Ray Freaking Lewis. He's the boogie man Linebacker of the NFL not a whole lot more to add to that.
Why it doesn't-
Ray has given no indication that he wants to leave Baltimore so I wouldn't expect the Ravens to let him hit the market. it would take a large lucritive contract to lure him out of Baltimore and with his age he might not be worth it.
Chances of signing less than 5%
T.J. Houshmandzadeh WR
Why it works-
One of the most consistent recivers in the NFL over the last couple years, this year he had 92 catches for 904 yards and 4 touchdowns (actually a down year for him) Put him alongside Roddy White and Micheal Jenkins and the Falcon's have one hell of a passing attack.
Why it doesn't
There is a somewhat resonable chance Cincy lets him get away but if he does hit the free agency market its doubtful the faclons will be willing to throw money his way when upgrading the Defense is a much higher priority.
Chances of signing 20-45%
Julius Peppers DE
Why it works-
Its pretty much a given that Peppers intends on leaving Carolina. He has already said he would like to play for another team so its unlikely he'll be back in baby blue for 09. In fact the if the rumors about it are true it seems like the Falcon's are already attempting to court the probowler as he would be an instant upgrade over Jamaal Anderson.
Why it doesn't-
Consistancy. Julius Peppers is the kind of player where one game he's getting multiple sacks and seems to be in the backfield just about every play. But then he'll dissapear for the next 5 weeks with no sacks and only a handful of tackles. You might say he's got to be better than Jamaal (who isn't) but Jamaal isn't being paid a multi-millon dollar franchise contract either.
Chances of signing 30-65%
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Lenord Pope TE
Why it works- He's a Georgia Bulldog so you know it would hit well with the fans. Matt Ryan could use a receving tight-end
Why its doesn't- Hasn't really done a whole lot (only nine receptions this year) but that may be a product of being in the same offense as, Fintzgerald, Boldin and Breaston. Again Falcon's have more pressing needs on Defense.
Chances of signing less than 30%
Jermaine Phillips SS
Why it works- Another Product from that School in Athens, if the Bucs don't resgin him look for the Falcons to go hard after this guy as he would be a great (and maybe fairly cheap ) upgrade for the secondary .
Why it doesn't-He missed some games here and there with injurys so there is that. Just because he doesn't have that NFL superstar price tag doesn't mean he won't try to ask for it.
Chances of signing 15-45%
Terrel Suggs- OLB
Why it works- Has a better chance than Ray Lewis of hitting the Free agent market and could be a Huge pickup for the Falcons as he is in his prime and in a huge position of need.
Why it doesn't- He prefers to play in a 3-4 defense(Atlanta plays 4-3). And if the Falcon's want him they're gonna have to get into a bidding war to get em. Whether he stays or goes Suggs is sure to have a big payout coming up and he night be to pricey for our tastes as we're looking to fill multiple needs on defense.
Chances of signing less than 15
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