53 man roster as of Saturday, September 1st.

5 RBs seems like too many.  I expect this may change.

5 RB's?

Surprised they're keeping Roc, for now.  I suppose they didn't think it likely he'd make it through waivers now but will try once other team's rosters and ps are set.

1 less Wr + 1 moe RB, they will throw to the backs a shitload, apparently...

@"purpleloki" said: 5 RB's?

Gotta be happy for Boone, Thomas and Hill making the first 53 from UDFA status though.  Happy, happy day for them! :) 

I'm sure they are not done with roster moves, but there are a couple things that stick out:

1. I like that Roc Thomas made the roster. He's an intriguing player and with Cook coming back off of an ACL tear, it makes sense to keep some extra RB depth around. That being said, they may be trying to sneak him onto the Practice Squad and he could be released late in favor of OL or LB help.
2. I'm confused that Zylstra made the roster over Beebe. Has Zylstra really shown enough to make the roster?
3. I'm surprised by carrying only three TEs when DeFilippo is known for utilizing multi TE sets. I feel like this could change when they scan the waiver wires or maybe after they are confident that Cook can take a full workload.
4. I forgot that David Parry exists. I would have liked to see Odenigbo or Robison in that spot. Maybe we can sign Odenigbo to the Practice Squad. I also hope that the coaches rotate the DL a lot more than they did last season.
5. I felt that Downs deserved to make the roster, but wouldn't be shocked if they add 1 more LB. Though it does sound like they may be using Iloka as "LB" in big nickel packages, so maybe that is how they chose to address that need.
6. Hill making the roster is a pleasant surprise. I would expect that most weeks he'll be inactive or playing special teams, but he has a high upside and I don't think they could have snuck him onto the Practice Squad.
7. I'm happy to see Kearse make the roster. He's probably our best special teams coverage player and he has a good chance to learn from Iloka, who has very similar physical traits.
8. Nervous about Carlson. I think trading two 5ths for him was a bad move and I hope that Spielman/Priefer's decision to take Carlson and release Forbath doesn't come back to bite us.

@"CLOBIMON" said: Surprised they're keeping Roc, for now.  I suppose they didn't think it likely he'd make it through waivers now but will try once other team's rosters and ps are set.

Sherels survives for another year.   Also, really surprised how thin they are a OG.  Other than that not too many surprises other than BRob of course.

@"1VikesFan" said: Sherels survives for another year.   Also, really surprised how thin they are a OG.  Other than that not too many surprises other than BRob of course.

@"Tyr" said:

@"1VikesFan" said: Sherels survives for another year.   Also, really surprised how thin they are a OG.  Other than that not too many surprises other than BRob of course.

His nickname is the cockroach for a reason. Every year, people expect him to be cut, but he just never dies. He's not a flashy player, but he's a good punt returner, plays well on the coverage unit, and they trust him enough at corner to mix him in as a 4th or 5th corner. Each one of those things on their own wouldn't be enough, but the combination is what seems to keep him around year after.

@"Tyr" said: I'm sure they are not done with roster moves, but there are a couple things that stick out:

I' m confused that Zylstra made the roster over Beebe. Has Zylstra really shown enough to make the roster?

@"CLOBIMON" said:

@"Tyr" said: I'm sure they are not done with roster moves, but there are a couple things that stick out:

I' m confused that Zylstra made the roster over Beebe. Has Zylstra really shown enough to make the roster?

Not that surprising.  Beebe became a fan darling mainly from the winning td catch, that to be honest, could have been made by anyone.  Don't forget that Zylstra made a game-sealing td catch on Thursday.  Both were against the 'bad players.'  Beebe's a little guy, smaller than our running backs and unlikely to be used much at all.  Zylstra was always ahead of Beebe on the depth chart even with limited opportunities.  Although it's CFL, he does have professional experience and excelled to be a CFL all-star leading the league in yards by a large margin.  Beebe is a fun underdog to cheer for and he'll play hard, but it is what it is.

@"Tyr" said: He seemed similar to some of the undersized players that the Patriots utilized in the slot

The 5 RB's are really 4 and Ham at FB.

Maybe Beebe was the last man out to make room for Hill or Sherels.

That LB group scares me.  Kendricks or Barr goes down we're screwed. 

Also interesting to me is that our D since last season let go it's 3 oldest players (Tom Johnson, Robison, Newman) to get much younger.  Richardson is 6 years younger than Johnson, Weatherly 10 years younger than BR and Alexander 15 (!) younger than Newman.  Even Iloka is a smidge (2 1/2 years) younger than Sendejo and waiting in the wings (or possibly hovering overhead).

@"CLOBIMON" said:

@"Tyr" said: He seemed similar to some of the undersized players that the Patriots utilized in the slot

I think a lot of fans think about and compare to that specific detail.  He is a short, quick (looking), white slot receiver similar in idea to what has been so effective for the Patriots.  I added the "white" part because of what the Power Trip makes fun of all the time with analysts always comparing white players of that sort to good white players at the position.  I have a feeling that Thielen is going to be running a lot from the slot this season so we're set there.

I think Beebe has a shot at the PS. I didnt think he had any shot at the roster itself. Nothing against him as I like his moxy but it’s tough to make it as a FA and tough being undersized. I do definately think he has a future in the league. He has good speed and quickness to belong in the league. I know we didn’t get to see a lot of Zylstra but I personally like what I see. I’d like to see Weineke make PS. Personally, I think his hands and fight for the ball is very good. I’d strongly recommend developing him as a TE. A good 20 pounds of muscle and a little extra and he’s there. If he can maintain his speed he could have high upside potential. I don’t think Roc would have cleared and he may also offer a limited roll as a WR or slot guy. Seems to have good hands and is great in the open field. I see a number of guys with multi role flexibility. One thing I always liked about BRob, could play in or out. Sad he’s gone.

Keeping Roc to me means they are afraid he'd get claimed before PS signings, and still may have a chance to use him as trade bait for O lineman.

There are probably still some rosters moves about to be made...Sunday will be interesting. 

@"purplefaithful" said: There are probably still some rosters moves about to be made...Sunday will be interesting.