The Argument for Trading Up?

[Roy P]

Originally Posted by nunusguy

They're one of many converting to the 3-4 and nobody is gonna give the #3 overall for an inside LB (in the 3-4 or 4-3).

In 1996 the Jacksonville Jaguars drafted Kevin Hardy at #2 overall. Dick Juaron was the DC at the time, so I think they were or 4-3 team. John Mobley and Reggie Brown were also drafted by the Broncos and Lions. Meanwhile, at #26 the Ravens got some ILB named Ray Lewis. I'm just going to put aside how schemes affect a players worth for a second and consider this. Might the Jags, if given the opportunity at a re-do, select Ray Lewis even if he only played in the middle? Perhaps Capers could have used him once Juaron got fired and dandy Dom brought in the 3-4.

I realize the premium placed on pass-rushers, but there is something to be said about a sideline-to-sideline tackling machine who you can build ANY defense around. I'm not too sure if the Rams might not take Curry #2.