Veteran OG Stephen Neal to Test FA Market

NE's Oline isn't very good now, but they were probably the best line the NFL a few years ago. That line made Brady look like a HOFer. Now, with an average line, he's good, but nothing special.

Neal is solid, but he's near the end of his career. We need to find some younger players, IMO. Guys like Neal and Larry Allen are good for a year or two, but I'd prefer that we grab someone younger because I don't like the idea of having a revolving door at LG.

I wouldn't expect a veteran OG to be signed. Chilo was very raw coming out and he's taking his lumps in the pros, but it's too early to give up on him. He's not going anywhere. Plus, Baas is almost certain to be tendered, which means he'll be back next year, which will essentially be a "contract year" for him. Plus, Baas' run blocking improved drastically near the end of the year.

The only change we're likely to see is at RT. Pashos might be back, but either another vet or rookie will challenge for that spot.

Originally posted by SonocoNinerFan:

Originally posted by PTulini:
At this pont, I'd rather just let David Baas go. I'm tired of waiting for him to show up.

I think we should tender him at his orginal draft round (2nd) and see if anyone bites. Assuming nobody bites he'll be relatively cheap (even for a back-up) and he'll be playing for a contract yet again. Win Win.

agreed