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LMU93
I think that's likely too- extend one of Saffold, Brown or Havenstein. Hope 2 of the 3 between Noteboom, Allen and Demby can become starters. Have 4 new starting OL by 2020.
I just dunno how they’ll approach their OL options next offseason.
There are so many moving parts in these multiple decisions, not the least being the desirability of some continuity.
But that cap cannot be ignored and heaven knows that we have some elite type playmakers that will need cap gobbling extensions soon.
Hopefully, Noteboom looks like a future Whit replacement. If so, that’s beyond huge. If not, this next draft is reportedly loaded with LOT talent. IOW, our perceived LOT situation is the linchpin for our OL cascade of decisions.
Geez, I love this existing OL and wish we could keep it together for a while. But I’m a realist and recognize that that won’t be affordable.
My best guess at this time for ‘19?
Saffold will be a cap casualty. It kills me to think of losing him now that his shoulders are fixed and he’s playing at such a high level, but his age is starting to be a factor and his salary will definitely be hard to absorb.
I think that they’re happy with Hav and will try very hard to extend him, even at the expense of losing Brown. I see them placing a high priority on extending Hav.
I like Brown’s play and I think Kromer does, too. They may decide to strain a bit on his salary to try to keep him for continuity’s sake. Might be doable, but might not. I’m sure that they want to keep Goff healthy and keep those holes open for Gurley. Sooooo...
Let’s see how Allen, Demby, and Noteboom look this year. I mean, it’s barely possible that we grabbed 3 future starters there. ‘Course, it’s also possible that all we gained were 3 future backups, too. Fingers crossed.
Gonna trust the coaches regarding our OL while I enjoy the heck out of this upcoming ‘18 season.
Let the OL chips fall where they may.
