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If they did have plans to trade Harris then they sure are not doing a good job of executing the deal and finding a replacement.
If they decided they are keeping Harris (most likely at this point) then they sure are not doing a good job of finding some depth.
They have not added any corner with experience. They were rumored to be interested in Daryl Roberts but he chose the Lions.
I haven’t seen the terms on his one year deal but it probably is less than 3 mil and likely closer to 1 mil.
They have not added a safety with any experience. Demarius Randall just chose the Raiders on a one year deal that likely will not be too much.
If Smith or Harris miss anytime (Harris missed one game last year) then who is backing them up? Nobody right now. If they do not draft a safety early then expecting a mid to late-round pick to play and play well is foolish.
All they have done to replace Diggs is to bring in the very mediocre Tajae Sharpe. He had ample opportunity in Tennessee and could not get it done.
Right now, as of today, the depth at corner at safety is atrocious. The depth at wide receiver is atrocious. The line is atrocious from top to bottom save for O’Neill.
Reiff is not getting better and he is gradually declining right before our eyes but for some strange reason, some people think it is a good idea to move him to guard. Terrible idea.
The depth at QB is atrocious and some would say the starter is atrocious relative to his salary.
Free agents remaining that may help the secondary in no particular order ...
Safeties
Tony Jefferson
Tavon Wilson
Eric Reid
Tedric Thompson
Kavon Frazier
Clayton Geathers
Johnathan Cyprien
Kurt Coleman
Morgan Burnett
JJ Wilcox
Corners
Logan Ryan
Darqueze Dennard
Daryl Worley
Baushaud Breeland
Eli Apple
Prince Amukamara
Trumaine Johnson
javien Elliot
Tye Smith
Morris Claiborne
Tramon Williams
Johnathan Joseph
Tramaine Brock
I do not see them spending anything more than the minimum on anyone. It's not pretty.
I think the Vikings are waiting on their draft to make a decision about Harris. If they find the safety they want in the first few rounds, they'll probably turn right around and trade Harris. I think if the Trent Williams interest is true, that will also impact what we do there. If they trade for Williams, it will take OT off the draft needs list that could be replaced by safety. They likely can't afford both Williams and Harris.
Quote: @MaroonBells said:
I think the Vikings are waiting on their draft to make a decision about Harris. If they find the safety they want in the first few rounds, they'll probably turn right around and trade Harris. I think if the Trent Williams interest is true, that will also impact what we do there. If they trade for Williams, it will take OT off the draft needs list that could be replaced by safety. They likely can't afford both Williams and Harris.
Makes sense. But they still need 2 more safeties whether they trade Harris or not. They are doing nothing.
Corner has to be a huge concern too.
They are not close to being done this off-season. The Vikings have done very good the past few years getting day one starters through the 3rd round. If they can trade down from either #22 or #25 they'll likely add an additional 3rd giving them 6 picks in the top 3 rounds. There are obviously some misses here or there, but the Vikings are one of the better drafting teams in the league.
They will still likely add another player in the secondary but the truth is they're going to carry 10 DBs into the season in some capacity. Right now they're sitting with:
CB: Hughes / Hill /Boyd / Sayles / Meadors / Fields / Hall
S: Smith / Harris
The guys in bold are likely chalked into the 53. Meadors will compete for a spot but nothing is assured. If they sign one quality FA they likely have 7 spots locked up and they only need depth at Safety. So you're looking to spend 1 or maybe 2 high draft picks on the secondary. That still leaves you 4 others picks in round 1-3 to grab a WR, D-Lineman, and O-lineman (or two).
Quote: @MarkSP18 said:
@ MaroonBells said:
I think the Vikings are waiting on their draft to make a decision about Harris. If they find the safety they want in the first few rounds, they'll probably turn right around and trade Harris. I think if the Trent Williams interest is true, that will also impact what we do there. If they trade for Williams, it will take OT off the draft needs list that could be replaced by safety. They likely can't afford both Williams and Harris.
Makes sense. But they still need 2 more safeties whether they trade Harris or not. They are doing nothing.
Corner has to be a huge concern too.
for some Rick was like a jedi master of the offseason.... now for some he is like watching Stevie Wonder driving a McLaren P1 on a mountain road course. I am guessing that what we are seeing is something in between when all the cards are on the table.
Right now this board is in denial, also known as, "Hope The Draft Saves Us" Season.
Is the team in that same mental state? I have no idea but I'd guess that the answer is yes.
But so far the offseason has been a disaster. The Diggs trade stinks but I'm not even talking about that. The true disaster is the seeming lack of direction of the team, like you pointed out.
On one hand we're getting younger. On the other we're signing Kirk to a big deal.
On one hand we're building long-term. On the other our coach and GM are on one year deals.
On one hand we're in cap hell. On the other we're (allegedly) trying to extend Dalvin Cook.
It's weird. It's directionless. And I haven't felt that way about the team in a while. I don't like it. I really hope the powers that be have a master plan in place that my pea brain cannot see. But right now to answer your question: I have no idea.
Quote: @"Geoff Nichols" said:
They are not close to being done this off-season. The Vikings have done very good the past few years getting day one starters through the 3rd round. If they can trade down from either #22 or #25 they'll likely add an additional 3rd giving them 6 picks in the top 3 rounds. There are obviously some misses here or there, but the Vikings are one of the better drafting teams in the league.
They will still likely add another player in the secondary but the truth is they're going to carry 10 DBs into the season in some capacity. Right now they're sitting with:
CB: Hughes / Hill /Boyd / Sayles / Meadors / Fields / Hall
S: Smith / Harris
The guys in bold are likely chalked into the 53. Meadors will compete for a spot but nothing is assured. If they sign one quality FA they likely have 7 spots locked up and they only need depth at Safety. So you're looking to spend 1 or maybe 2 high draft picks on the secondary. That still leaves you 4 others picks in round 1-3 to grab a WR, D-Lineman, and O-lineman (or two).
OK. Which veteran safety?
Relying on Hughes, Hill, and Boyd is risky too.
They could not even get Roberts to come here when it was reported they expressed interest
But based on your comment, do you expect they will draft a safety early?
I am starting to think that veterans DO NOT want to come play for Zimmer.
This cornerback depth chart should not worry any veteran and those looking for a one year prove it deal couldn't find an easier group to grab a starting spot.
Yet, they are not really looking too hard.
I wish I was a better makeup artist so that I could put the lipstick on better.
Quote: @JimmyinSD said:
@ MarkSP18 said:
@ MaroonBells said:
I think the Vikings are waiting on their draft to make a decision about Harris. If they find the safety they want in the first few rounds, they'll probably turn right around and trade Harris. I think if the Trent Williams interest is true, that will also impact what we do there. If they trade for Williams, it will take OT off the draft needs list that could be replaced by safety. They likely can't afford both Williams and Harris.
Makes sense. But they still need 2 more safeties whether they trade Harris or not. They are doing nothing.
Corner has to be a huge concern too.
for some Rick was like a jedi master of the offseason.... now for some he is like watching Stevie Wonder driving a McLaren P1 on a mountain road course. I am guessing that what we are seeing is something in between when all the cards are on the table.
There is still time to make some really nice moves that inspire confidence.
Right now, I have very little confidence on either side of the ball.
There will be immense pressure on rookies to perform next year.
Quote: @MarkSP18 said:
@ JimmyinSD said:
@ MarkSP18 said:
@ MaroonBells said:
I think the Vikings are waiting on their draft to make a decision about Harris. If they find the safety they want in the first few rounds, they'll probably turn right around and trade Harris. I think if the Trent Williams interest is true, that will also impact what we do there. If they trade for Williams, it will take OT off the draft needs list that could be replaced by safety. They likely can't afford both Williams and Harris.
Makes sense. But they still need 2 more safeties whether they trade Harris or not. They are doing nothing.
Corner has to be a huge concern too.
for some Rick was like a jedi master of the offseason.... now for some he is like watching Stevie Wonder driving a McLaren P1 on a mountain road course. I am guessing that what we are seeing is something in between when all the cards are on the table.
There is still time to make some really nice moves that inspire confidence.
Right now, I have very little confidence on either side of the ball.
There will be immense pressure on rookies to perform next year.
No doubt about that - the team will be much younger and it will be frustrating at times for the fans.
Quote: @purplefaithful said:
@ MarkSP18 said:
@ JimmyinSD said:
@ MarkSP18 said:
@ MaroonBells said:
I think the Vikings are waiting on their draft to make a decision about Harris. If they find the safety they want in the first few rounds, they'll probably turn right around and trade Harris. I think if the Trent Williams interest is true, that will also impact what we do there. If they trade for Williams, it will take OT off the draft needs list that could be replaced by safety. They likely can't afford both Williams and Harris.
Makes sense. But they still need 2 more safeties whether they trade Harris or not. They are doing nothing.
Corner has to be a huge concern too.
for some Rick was like a jedi master of the offseason.... now for some he is like watching Stevie Wonder driving a McLaren P1 on a mountain road course. I am guessing that what we are seeing is something in between when all the cards are on the table.
There is still time to make some really nice moves that inspire confidence.
Right now, I have very little confidence on either side of the ball.
There will be immense pressure on rookies to perform next year.
No doubt about that - the team will be much younger and it will be frustrating at times for the fans.
i always hate losing, but I really dont mind it as much when its a bunch of promising young players that actually might become something....watching last year was frustrating as hell for me because I could see early on that we werent going to be a real contender and the roster the way it was built was a waste of time. If I cant see growth I expect excellence and if i see neither then IMO its time for an overhaul.
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