Matthew Stafford Trade Rumors: Writer Hints at Huge Lions Move
Heavy "The Detroit Lions could have a big decision to make as it relates to what to do with Matthew Stafford, and that decision might not be that cut and dry according to some. As rumors have persisted, could the team move on from Stafford this offseason and look to deal him...."
This could make a big draft difference.
What would eb a dynamic shift to this Draft woulld be a credible report that the Redskins have decided to shop the #2 pick. I don't expect that to happen though.
This isn't dead cap. It's on top of his current cap number.
They have ~49 mil in cap space. Don't know how many need to be re-signed.
I've argued they were stuck with him this year, but if they do it now, draft picks in return might be worth 4.2 mil.
This would mean anyone who wants to jump them have to deal with Washington, or Detroit has to swap with them.
Leaving us with Chase Young. I like that scenario!
Would Washington give up the best player in the draft?
If Young falls to us I think we run to the podium even over an LT.
I could see that, but at the end of the day it's all about wins and losses. Look at Shurmur and DJ.
Stafford's back isn't going to get any better with age, and with players retiring earlier than in years past because of awareness of their health and managing their money better (not to mention Stafford's wife had her own health scare), I wouldn't be surprised to see Stafford play this last year and walk away.
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I can see Miami trading up with Washington. Miami takes Tua. Detroit then takes Herbert.
Would Washington give up the best player in the draft?
If Young falls to us I think we run to the podium even over an LT.
For multiple firsts? I would.
But Chase Young baby!
But don't hold your breath for it to happen.
As an aside I hope we aren't seriously considering any of these OT's at #4. None of them have the high ceiling, high floor and body of work on the field to warrant it. Wills is the safest and comes closest and Bechton has the high ceiling but #4 is rare air for a prospect and these guys would all need oxygen to sniff it.
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I can see Miami trading up with Washington. Miami takes Tua. Detroit then takes Herbert.
Would Washington give up the best player in the draft?
If Young falls to us I think we run to the podium even over an LT.
Also, Sy made a comment that they could choose Simmons. So, if they truly like him that much how do they not do it? They'll get him at 5 and pick up at least another first.
Yeah I don’t buy it either. Maybe a little if it was for Burrow but nothing would be more Detroit than doing this for Tua.
While I agree with you, I am going off Sy's comment as well as the fact that they'd get premium picks out of it.
Exactly
Different scenario. One, there aren't rumors 9f us liking Simmons as much as Young. Two, the compensation wouldn't be as great as what Washington would have gotten. And do we have a guy rated similarly that we can guarantee we get then, yes, it becomes a conversation. But in your scenario, yes, I would take Young. Again, we aren't talking about my personal preference. We are talking about something that is possible.
If all the QBs are gone, why would anyone offer a "haul" to move up...?
To Answer the question: take Young...
Again, I am going by what Sy has said. Why is this so difficult to understand?
That’s the fantasy. In the end, I think Washington resists the potential haul via trade in favor for the best player in the draft.
Why are you being a dick? Do you think I made that up about Sy? He said don't be surprised if Washington took Simmons over Young. You need to understand the difference between something being possible and something being likely.
The just hired a defensive oriented HC with chops and weight based on a record of success, and his success was largely tied to a dominant DL.
Rivera might blow his top if Snyder dictates accepting a trade offer.
That's pure speculation but it makes logical sense.
2) Washington selects Chase Young
3) The fun begins as somebody offers a bundle for Herbert or Tua.
No other QB compares with those top 3 IMO.
I’d still take Simmons over him
That’s a face cut, not if he’s traded.
Looks like 20mil dead cap for a trade
But to repeat myself. It isn't Simmons over Young. That is what Sy said. He said don't be shocked if thay happens with Washington. So, now look at the big picture. It isn't Simmons over Young. It is Simmons and multiple picks over Young. Big difference.
I think it is possible that you have an incomplete understanding of how this works.
Trading him would accelerate guarantees ($32 M) but would eliminate $21.3M which means they would be losing $10.7M in cap space for a player not on their roster.
Dont get me wrong, that hurts but it isnt $32M, which wouldve been insurmountable. It also frees up a lot of money after this year.
Then they probably wouldn't have hired him in the first place.
You are missing the point. Holy shit. If Washington likes Simmons as much or even close enough you take the deal. If Young is that much better than Simmons then you don't. Not that hard to understand.