Its not a drug issue like Will Hill (who we knew could play). Physically he's likely more gifted than any DL that's not named JPP, but HUGE red flag that they outright released him. Don't want a guy that dogs it, TC would throw a fit.
He has to pass through waivers before he can sign with just anywhere
With the Jets having exercised his 2016 option (salary of nearly $8MM guaranteed against injury), his contract is a significant obstacle to anyone claiming him.
Ironically, Coples would be more appealing if the Jets hadn't exercised his option last year. Not that a six-week-rental at $90K per week is a bargain for a player who doesn't know your defense - especially if he were switching from 3-4 to 4-3. But he might bolster a weak line for the remainder of 2015, and he would draw enough interest as a UFA to produce a decent 2017 comp pick. On the other hand, if the Jets had passed on the option, they probably wouldn't have waived him.
He is not a good LB, but that is what he body trained for this year.
Best position is LDE in a 4-3 playing at around 290. He is plus in a lot of facets in pass rushing, just not phenomenal in any thing. His combination of strength, quickness, and speed make him about a 10 sack guy in a great year, many of the coverage variety.
However Coples always had a questionable work ethic and committed some dumb penalties like Damontre does
Or the Pats
Have to admit that was the 1st thing I thought of too. If nothing else pick his brain and if it does not work out,get rid of him.
Teams before us that might look to claim him are
Colts
Redskins
Eagles
Raiders
Saints
Jaguars
Lions
Please explain. How would he, who couldn't master their scheme, help relay the nuances?
You say the dumbest shit.
Ironically, Coples would be more appealing if the Jets hadn't exercised his option last year. Not that a six-week-rental at $90K per week is a bargain for a player who doesn't know your defense - especially if he were switching from 3-4 to 4-3. But he might bolster a weak line for the remainder of 2015, and he would draw enough interest as a UFA to produce a decent 2017 comp pick. On the other hand, if the Jets had passed on the option, they probably wouldn't have waived him.
Best position is LDE in a 4-3 playing at around 290. He is plus in a lot of facets in pass rushing, just not phenomenal in any thing. His combination of strength, quickness, and speed make him about a 10 sack guy in a great year, many of the coverage variety.