Can't forget about pass rush...

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  1. Titans2004

    Titans2004 Pro Bowler

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    Watching those 2 games yesterday once again pointed out that defense wins in the post season. Most teams when they make it to the playoffs have good QBs. The best way to disrupt a good QB is with the pass rush. We need to not forget to continue to try and improve our pass rush this offseason. Tons of talk about fixing the back half of our defense which is obvious. But lets not forget how a devastating pass rush can impact the game. Morgan and Orakpo put up solid numbers this yr, but they are both getting older and are signed through 2018. FYI Casey is signed through 2018 as well. I feel we were very fortunate that both Morgan and Orakpo stayed healthy this yr.

    The FA class of rushers looks pretty solid...I'm sure they won't all hit the market but JPP, Sheard, Nick Perry, Erik Walden, Melvin Ingram, Chandler Jones, Jamie Collins

    In terms of positions that are worthy of top #5 picks, almost every GM would say QB, OT, and pass rushers are what you would like to get if you have a pick that high.

    Keep improving the pass rush and our secondary gets better as well.
     
  2. titanthakur

    titanthakur Pro Bowler

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    Chandler Jones would be wish list number 1 for me. Jamie Collins number 2. JPP 3
     
  3. xpmar9x

    xpmar9x The Real Slim Shady

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    I can't imagine we'd sign a pass rusher when we already have 2 above average starters. Invest $ elsewhere where we need starters.. but def would get behind drafting some pass rush help.
     
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  4. titanfanatic

    titanfanatic I Piss Excellence Staff

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    Jones is staying in Arizona unfortunately. Arians already came out and said they would tag him if a deal couldn't be worked out.
     
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  5. TitanJeff

    TitanJeff Kahuna Grande Staff

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    The Titans finished #6 in sacks with 40. Imagine that number if they could have covered someone.

    Fix the secondary. Find a ILB who is solid enough to stay on the field for three downs.
     
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  6. rekirts

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    Hard to imagine us spending a lot of money for a #3 option at OLB. Thats a lot of cash for a backup. Pass rushers get hella paid in FA

    Although we were rumored to have wanted Oliver Vernon last year right?

    Anyways the #5 pick on the other hand I wouldn't be surprised to see us go pass rusher.
     
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  7. JCBRAVE

    JCBRAVE goTitans 2019 Survivor Champion

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    Imagine how good our pass rush could be with a competent set of CBs covering...
     
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  8. Afc46

    Afc46 Oilers/Titans HoFer

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    Man, IF M.Garrett is there at 5...be hard to pass on him.
     
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  9. Afc46

    Afc46 Oilers/Titans HoFer

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    Just want to make it clear, that I do agree with upgrading the secondary.
     
  10. rekirts

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    Garrett wont be there unfortunately.
     
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