Tight Ends

Discussion in 'Tennessee Titans and NFL Talk' started by GLinks, Aug 27, 2007.

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Who will the final TEs be?

  1. Scaife, Troupe, Hartsock

    10 vote(s)
    40.0%

  2. Scaife, Troupe, Cramer

    5 vote(s)
    20.0%

  3. Scaife, Hartsock, Cramer

    5 vote(s)
    20.0%

  4. Scaife, Cramer and someone else

    0 vote(s)
    0.0%

  5. Scaife, Troupe, Hartsock and Cramer

    5 vote(s)
    20.0%
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  1. GLinks

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    I think it's an interesting situation we have here. The final group could look different than many surmise. Speculation that Troupe could be released or traded would shake up this position group.

    What do you guys think are the chances that Troupe is gone, and what will the final roster look like at the position?


    The choices are basically:

    A) Scaife, Troupe, Hartsock
    B) Scaife, Troupe, Cramer
    C) Scaife, Hartsock, Cramer
    D) Scaife, Cramer and someone else
    E) Scaife, Hartsock, Troupe, Cramer

    Is Hartsock really that secure? We haven't seen much of him at all. Anyone think that a better TE can become available, over what we have currently, or are our best options in-house?
     
    #1 GLinks, Aug 27, 2007
  4. GLinks

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    I could easily be wrong, but I'm voting based on having seen more of Cramer than Hartsock. I'm giving Troupe one more year, based on his size and athleticism. He's 272, so he's a big body, and I still believe he's more of a potential blocking or catching than Hartsock. He could be loosed, but I'm just taking a stab in the dark here with this vote.
     
    #2 GLinks, Aug 27, 2007
  7. DCtitan49

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    when it comes down to it, our coaches are going to pick the best talent, which IMO is Scaife, Troupe, Hartscock
     
    #3 DCtitan49, Aug 27, 2007
  10. GLinks

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    I admit, I am probably wrong and Hartsock stays, but given a choice, I'd still keep Troupe, but I definitely don't want him holding us back. I'm tired of seeing him clap his hands when he drops a ball.

    Oh well. Cooper Wallace to the PS in case something doesn't work out.
     
    #4 GLinks, Aug 27, 2007
  13. MJTitans

    MJTitans Chris Whitley look him up

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    Hartsock did well coming in late last year. I agree that Troupe will be given 1 more year before trade/cut discussions become serious. The thing to remember about Hartsock is that he's meant to be more of a blocking TE, so it's easy to think he's not doing much if he's not getting a lot of receptions. Those 3 give a nice combo of skills - Hartsock is a blocker, Troupe is a receiver and Scaife is a nice mix of both. Troupe has to produce this year, though... but Scaife looks like he's poised to be VY's go-to guy.
     
    #5 MJTitans, Aug 27, 2007
  16. PAtitansfan53

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    :yes: exactly how I would have said it.
     
    #6 PAtitansfan53, Aug 27, 2007
  19. Nash

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    just my take

    I think the offense has changed significantly since we drafted Troupe.. for 1 thing we attack each defense in a specific way and the receivers have to comprehend the overall strategy as well as tactics for that attack.. as athletic as Troupe is,IMO he doesn't comprehend what we are trying to do and is out of position on many plays.. this is year 3 of Chow's system and if he doesn't get it now he probably won't.. also take a look at the remaining TE/Fbacks on the roster and where they came from::
    Scaiffe 6th round pick
    Hartsock 3rd round pick/ picked up as FA
    Cramer FA (not sure if he was drafted by another team)
    Wallace FA
    Petrowski FA
    Hall FA

    clearly the Chow offense doesn't depend on a high pick at TE but rather versatility and execution of the plan of attack..simply put, a TE blocks, gets you 7-10 yards, and offers a big target that can make the catch...
     
    #7 Nash, Aug 27, 2007
  22. wg53

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    Cramer was a 7th round pick by the Bucs in 2004.
     
    #8 wg53, Aug 27, 2007
  25. moose4now

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    They were my choices.
     
    #9 moose4now, Aug 27, 2007
  28. GLinks

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    #10 GLinks, Aug 28, 2007
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