Looking back and remembering what an effective FB Marcel Reese made (4 time Pro Bowler) because he was such a good blocker in open space and had legit receiving chops (for that position), makes me think the JJAW acquisition would be best used as a development piece for an alternate future.
Marcel was a big bodied WR at the University of Washington who ran 4.45 sec. 40 yd. He had the speed but not the fluidity to make it as a NFL receiver. Miami gave up on its athlete and the Raiders saw something more and invested over a year to develop his next role.
Reese became by far the fastest FB in the league along with the best hands for that position. His ability to locate blockers in space made him invaluable blocker as a for Darren McFadden as well as standout special teams regular. He even spelled as a RB at times. The 'Hawks may have found next year's FB/special teams replacement (plus he can serve as a 4th TE / 6th WR) for their beloved, but rather old, Nick Belore.
Thinking outside the box also made our own Michael Robinson a Pro Bowl FB, after being a QB for Penn State...JJAW is similarly fast and also without the fluidity to face off against CBs but he can go against LBs, and he is a highly rated blocker...Just sayin' - this does not have to be a swap of players w/o futures.
It's interesting to even think of this as "getting something in return" for either side. This is just a swap between old GM buddies to get through training camp probably. JJAW should be on the practice squad.
I had high hopes for Amadi and Blair after the draft. Everyone's highlights look good, but Blair was a thumper in college and Ugo looked to be a good special teamer and maybe nickel. I guess Coby took his job in the slot. I haven't followed JJ's career but from his production I'd be surprised if he makes the 53.
We just can't ever know what the internal discussions and feelings were that led to Amadi not being considered useful to the defense, but we can assume that's how they feel.
Thoughts regarding J.J. Arcega-Whiteside...
Looking back and remembering what an effective FB Marcel Reese made (4 time Pro Bowler) because he was such a good blocker in open space and had legit receiving chops (for that position), makes me think the JJAW acquisition would be best used as a development piece for an alternate future.
Marcel was a big bodied WR at the University of Washington who ran 4.45 sec. 40 yd. He had the speed but not the fluidity to make it as a NFL receiver. Miami gave up on its athlete and the Raiders saw something more and invested over a year to develop his next role.
Reese became by far the fastest FB in the league along with the best hands for that position. His ability to locate blockers in space made him invaluable blocker as a for Darren McFadden as well as standout special teams regular. He even spelled as a RB at times. The 'Hawks may have found next year's FB/special teams replacement (plus he can serve as a 4th TE / 6th WR) for their beloved, but rather old, Nick Belore.
Thinking outside the box also made our own Michael Robinson a Pro Bowl FB, after being a QB for Penn State...JJAW is similarly fast and also without the fluidity to face off against CBs but he can go against LBs, and he is a highly rated blocker...Just sayin' - this does not have to be a swap of players w/o futures.
Is it wrong that I would have preferred a 5th round pick instead? Probably too high a price for the destined-for-waivers Amadi tho. Maybe a 7th?
I think this is the top-ranked offer for a player about to be cut.
Eagles fans are surprised they got anything in return for Arceaga.
It's interesting to even think of this as "getting something in return" for either side. This is just a swap between old GM buddies to get through training camp probably. JJAW should be on the practice squad.
No big deal, basically 2 warm bodies traded for one another.Tues cuts should be interesting. Maybe Jimmy G ?
Cuts are already in: "Seahawks have waived Josh Valentine-Turner, Antonio Valentino, Eric Wilson, and Deontez Alexander.
Cody Thompson also placed on IR."
Ucome, Ugo in the Not For Long universe.
Puns are the highest form of c-Amadi.
Not a splashy trade, but hopefully both players can wind up having a better run with their new franchises.
Yes, not likely to be a trade we will even remember in two months.
I had high hopes for Amadi and Blair after the draft. Everyone's highlights look good, but Blair was a thumper in college and Ugo looked to be a good special teamer and maybe nickel. I guess Coby took his job in the slot. I haven't followed JJ's career but from his production I'd be surprised if he makes the 53.
We just can't ever know what the internal discussions and feelings were that led to Amadi not being considered useful to the defense, but we can assume that's how they feel.
Nothing too atypical for a fourth round pick. Amadi was ok, but not good. Hope he does better in Philly.
That may explain why we accepted to be the losing end of the trade.
Ugo has been a middling nickel and a good special teamer. Arceaga has had no impact whatsoever.