Forum The Longship Prediction: Turner ~ Possible 2026 Sack Leader

Prediction: Turner ~ Possible 2026 Sack Leader

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#1 · Sep 2, 9:48 AM
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Sure would make the drafting of Nine a whole lot more tolerable.

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Does anyone have their own prediction/predictions?

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His arrow is definitely trending up, but I'll have to see him hit beast mode to believe it. 3.5 sacks as a rookie, 8 last year, now a full time role so yes, like I said, the stock is rising. But a game changing elite edge guy? Not sure, still have some doubts. JMO.

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For where he was drafted and the capital KAM spent to get him?

I would hope he becomes a big impact/pro bowl guy.

I had BIG HOPES for the 2 cornerstones from that 24 draft....

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#5 · Sep 2, 9:58 AM CT
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purplefaithful wrote:

For where he was drafted and the capital KAM spent to get him?
I would hope he becomes a big impact/pro bowl guy.
I had BIG HOPES for the 2 cornerstones from that 24 draft....

That is really the key point, we gave up a lot to get him. When you give up that much for a non QB it really has to be someone who is coming in right away and making an impact. I feel we are behind in what we invested so would be great if he can really be a dominant player this year. He needed to get bigger and stronger as he seemed to get swallowed up some, so hopefully he has improved in that area.

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#6 · Sep 2, 10:24 AM CT
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"Don't be surprised if ... edge rusher Dallas Turner ranks among the league's sack leaders by the end of the season"

Sorry, but a BOLD prediction would be "Turner will lead the league in sacks." Don't use "don't be surprised if," or "among the leaders" if you want bold.

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#7 · Sep 2, 10:28 AM CT
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O/U 12.5

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#8 · Sep 2, 11:16 AM CT
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JJM led with 27 sacks last year. 1 out of every 9 pass attempts.

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#9 · Sep 2, 11:48 AM CT
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JR44 wrote:

That is really the key point, we gave up a lot to get him. When you give up that much for a non QB it really has to be someone who is coming in right away and making an impact. I feel we are behind in what we invested so would be great if he can really be a dominant player this year. He needed to get bigger and stronger as he seemed to get swallowed up some, so hopefully he has improved in that area.

I mean he was just 15 years old when he was drafted?

kidding of course, but he just turned 21 at that time

I got a long-ball fan view; I'm willing to give some grace and have patience with the trend he's put up his first 2 seasons..He's been working hard on his craft.

edited Sep 2, 2026 12:16 PM CT

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#10 · Sep 2, 11:51 AM CT
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JustInTime wrote:

O/U 12.5

I think this is fair. I'm 90% sure he will have 10+. Hoping for more like 15-17+

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#11 · Sep 2, 12:46 PM CT
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SurfnRide wrote:

I think this is fair. I'm 90% sure he will have 10+. Hoping for more like 15-17+

That’s where I’m at. Assuming we’re ahead more often, Turner et al should have more pass rush opportunities.

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Well considering I believe he will be the number one pass rusher in the NFL come years end, I would assume he will have over 12.5. With DOnald back in LA, Garrett is going to eat, however. If Donald is even 80 percent of what he was.

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