Mayfield, Colts, Cardinals, Dalvin, Raiders, Coaching

Baker Mayfield and the Saints? + Dalvin Cook trade buzz  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌  ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Feb 15, 2023 [Sign up]( [Legit Football]( Together With: Stathead [Stathead](  Mayfield [Baker Mayfield] Albert Breer: Baker Mayfield is a name to watch for the Saints Details: If the Saints are unable to land top target Derek Carr, Albert Breer thinks Mayfield could garner [consideration]( in New Orleans. 2018: Breer revealed that the Saints were “high on Mayfield ahead of the 2018 draft.” Cap Considerations: The Saints don’t have the cap space to outbid other teams for Carr — should his market prove competitive. Mayfield, on the other hand, will likely sign for close to the league minimum. Upside: Mayfield’s seven-game tenure in Carolina last season was a disaster, but he flashed promise over a five-game stretch with the Rams to close out the season. The 27-year-old has never had the privilege of playing with a consistent supporting cast and still possesses the tools that once made him the No. 1 overall pick. - Mayfield completed 63.6% of his passes for 850 yards, 4 touchdowns, and 2 interceptions with the Rams (Weeks 13-18). Decent Market: Mayfield will likely get an offer to return to LA as a backup to Matthew Stafford. He has also been linked to the [Bucs]( and [Ravens](. Image: Brandon Sloter/Icon Sportswire Colts [Shane Steichen] Jim Irsay alludes to drafting Bryce Young during Shane Steichen’s press conference Details: Irsay said, “The Alabama guy doesn't look bad, I'll tell ya” — right after saying that he wants Steichen to [develop]( a young quarterback. - “The Alabama guy” is an obvious reference to Bryce Young. Trade-Up? Young is expected to be the first quarterback selected and is thus unlikely to make it to the Colts at pick No. 4 — so it's possible Irsay is letting other teams know he intends to trade up. Bluff? Some think Irsay’s mention of Young is a bluff — designed to conceal genuine interest in a different prospect, like CJ Stroud or Will Levis. Blueprint: Regardless of who the Colts get, it’s clear the team will be drafting a signal caller. A team source told ESPN’s Stephen Holder that Steichen got the job [because]( he “offered a specific blueprint for how to develop a young quarterback.” - Steichen has overseen the development of superstars like Justin Herbert and Jalen Hurts. QB Evaluation: Steichen said he looks at “accuracy, decision-making, and the ability to create” when evaluating quarterback prospects. Though he also places a premium on “above the neck” intangibles. Image: @Colts Cardinals [Jonathan Gannon] Cardinals hire Eagles’ DC Jonathan Gannon as new head coach Details: The [deal]( is for five years. The other two finalists were Bengals DC Lou Anarumo and Giants OC Mike Kafka. Resume: Gannon worked his way up from a quality control coach with the Titans in 2012 to the Eagles’ defensive coordinator in 2021. - Eagles Defense in 2021: 10th-fewest yards allowed, 18th-fewest points allowed - Eagles Defense in 2022: 2nd-fewest yards allowed, 7th-fewest points allowed Overhaul: Gannon inherits a team with 31 players set to hit unrestricted free agency. The Cardinals went 4-13 in 2022. Talent: Building blocks include QB Kyler Murray (maybe?), LT Josh Jones, S Budda Baker, LB Zaven Collins, LB Isaiah Simmons, CB Byron Murphy (impending free agent), and DL Zach Allen (impending free agent). SW Eagles? It will be interesting to see if Gannon tries to swipe a few Eagles in free agency next month. Possibilities include RB Miles Sanders, DT Javon Hargrave, DT Fletcher Cox, CB James Bradberry, and S Chauncey Gardner-Johnson. Image: @AZCardinals Dalvin [Dalvin Cook] Dalvin Cook’s surgery could negate trade value Background: The Vikings are projected to be $23.3 million over the 2023 salary cap. Which has naturally led to speculation regarding Cook’s [future]( with the team. - Cook has a $14.1 million cap hit next season. Surgery: The 4x Pro Bowler had [surgery]( on Tuesday to fix a shoulder issue that has been bothering him since 2019. - The procedure diminishes the Vikings’ short-term ability to trade Cook — who would need to pass a physical. Declining? Cook averaged a career-low 4.4 yards per carry in 2022. There have also been significant dips in yards after contact and broken tackles over the past two seasons. Release: If a trade is off the table, the front office will likely consider an outright release. Affordable: The 2023 free agent class is deep at running back and offers a multitude of affordable options. Notable mid-tier names include Miles Sanders, D’Onta Foreman, David Montgomery, Damien Harris, Rashaad Penny, and Kareem Hunt. Image: Nick Wosika/Icon Sportswire Raiders [Jarrett Stidham] Paul Gutierrez lists four QB options for the Raiders Details: With Derek Carr officially released, Gutierrez (ESPN) thinks the Raiders have [four]( options — trade for Aaron Rodgers, sign Jimmy Garoppolo, move forward with Jarrett Stidham, or draft one of the top three quarterback prospects. Rodgers: Of all the options listed, Rodgers is the only one that offers the Raiders a realistic chance of competing against Patrick Mahomes and Justin Herbert in the AFC West. - Though Gutierrez questions the Raiders’ willingness to part with significant draft compensation while taking on Rodgers’ bulky contract. Garoppolo: Garoppolo is a cheaper option and has experience in Josh McDaniel’s system. Though he may not be an upgrade over Carr. - There are also durability issues to consider, as Garoppolo has missed 28 games over the past three seasons. Stidham: Stidham showed promise after Carr’s benching, throwing for 365 yards and three touchdowns against the 49ers’ top-ranked defense in Week 17. The 26-year-old is well-liked within the organization and could likely be re-signed for the league minimum. Draft: The Raiders hold the No. 7 pick and ten other selections in April’s draft, which is more than enough capital to trade up for top a prospect. Image: John Rivera/Icon Sportswire Coaching Updates [Todd Monken] Coaching Updates: Ravens, Bucs, Panthers, Chargers, Titans Ravens: The Ravens have hired Todd Monken to serve as offensive coordinator. The 57-year-old coordinated the Georgia Bulldogs’ offense from 2020-2022. - The Bulldogs averaged 501.1 yards and 40.7 points per game last season. - Monken is expected to completely [redesign]( the Ravens’ offensive scheme. Bucs: Seahawks’ quarterbacks coach Dave Canales has emerged as a [strong candidate]( for the Bucs’ offensive coordinator vacancy. The 40-year-old — who played a key role in Geno Smith’s resurgence — was in Tampa on Tuesday morning for an interview. Panthers: The Panthers have hired Jim Caldwell as a senior assistant. The 68-year-old will report [directly]( to Frank Reich and assist on offense, defense, and special teams. Chargers: The Chargers have [hired]( Doug Nussmeier to serve as quarterbacks coach. Nussmeier worked under Chargers’ offensive coordinator Kellen Moore in Dallas. Titans: The Titans have [hired]( Justin Outten to serve as running backs coach and run game coordinator. The 39-year-old spent last season as the Broncos' offensive coordinator. Before the Denver job, he spent three years in Green Bay (which is potentially significant ;). Image: Jeffrey Vest/Icon Sportswire More News - [49ers]( unlikely to pick up DT Javon Kinlaw's fifth-year option - [Jets]( WR Braxton Berrios could be released - [Tom Brady]( does not want Aaron Rodgers to retire Together with Stathead Question of the Day Which QB had the highest Poor Throw % in 2022 (min. 100 attempts)? - Marcus Mariota - Davis Mills - Mike White - Zach Wilson Sign up for a monthly subscription and get your first month free, or use “[LEGIT20](” to save $20 off one year of Stathead Football. [See Answer]( Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up [here](. [Unsubscribe]( Copyright © 2022 Legit Football. All rights reserved. 710 Main Street South #572, Southbury CT 06488