Falcons not resigning Beasley

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[WarGhost21]

As it stands, I’d pass on him. He’s only had one really good year, and that was 3 years ago. He’s already 27, so he’s somewhat past the development stage, so unless you’re looking for a 5-6 sack a year guy, he’s not the best choice

[stitches]

I hope we don't pursue him either. 

[richard pallo]

He is the typical age for a Ballard FA signing.  The price would right for Ballard too.  I wouldn't rule it out at all.  

[Restinpeacesweetchloe]

This seems like a Ballard move depending on price.  Still has years left so your betting he could turn it around here. This seams like the type of player Ballard really goes for. 

[Fisticuffs111]

I’d think, even if Ballard is interested, somebody will pay him more than he’s worth.

[twfish]

I wonder why his production crashed so hard? He's an OLB correct? I would like to see the break down of his sacks, what % came from when his hand was in the dirt vs standing. If the majority came from when he's got his hand in the dirt and one on one with a tackle then I am interested and maybe he can find success again playing end, if not then hard pass.

[richard pallo]

47 minutes ago, twfish said:

I wonder why his production crashed so hard? He's an OLB correct? I would like to see the break down of his sacks, what % came from when his hand was in the dirt vs standing. If the majority came from when he's got his hand in the dirt and one on one with a tackle then I am interested and maybe he can find success again playing end, if not then hard pass.

He's listed as DL.  But he might have been tried at LB.

[CR91]

I don't know. He's only really had one good season

[DownHillRunner]

Vic Beasley is more suited for a 3-4 scheme. I'd rather have Yannick, but Ballard isn't going to dish out $19 million a year for him. 

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2 minutes ago, DownHillRunner said:

Vic Beasley is more suited for a 3-4 scheme. I'd rather have Yannick, but Ballard isn't going to dish out $19 million a year for him. 

Don’t be so sure. Ballard has always said he will pay for the right position and player. DE. and DT seem like they would be the positions he would pay for. He isn’t going to overpay for a corner or safety. A true game changing DE or DT I could see him paying.

[richard pallo]

13 minutes ago, DownHillRunner said:

Vic Beasley is more suited for a 3-4 scheme. I'd rather have Yannick, but Ballard isn't going to dish out $19 million a year for him. 

Yannick ain't happening.  Beasley played on his 5th yr option so they still thought a lot of him.  He's another player who has bounced back and forth between DL and LB.  Similar to Houston. And that turned out pretty well when he came over to the Colts and played DE.  I think a change of scenery and a defined position is what he needs.  He has the potential to become another successful reclamation project for Ballard.  Age 27 perfect. 

[NannyMcafee]

Ballard likes guys who show improvement over time. Beasley has shown the opposite. I wouldnt rule it out completely but I dont see this as a guy Ballard wants. 

[richard pallo]

I hope they follow the Panthers lead and release him now instead of waiting for FA to start. That would allow him to get a head start in FA like Olsen is currently doing.  We would probably find out real soon if Ballard is interested.  

[Defjamz26]

Not a scheme fit