The first pick from any NFL roster

Honolulu Blue · 07-22-2015, 08:14 AM

Good news! You've been made GM of the NFL expansion Los Angeles Whatchamacallits!

Better news! You get your choice of one player from any current roster!

Bad news... you have to fill out your roster through trades and free agent signings.

There are lots of players that could be picked, but I didn't want to make the poll too unwieldy. Did I get the best ones? I'm sure we'll see.

Thank you for your time.

Honolulu_Blue · 07-22-2015, 08:51 AM

My Good Twin lives!

SteveMax58 · 07-22-2015, 08:55 AM

Andrew Luck...not even close for me.

albionmoonlight · 07-22-2015, 09:02 AM

If I were building a win now team, I would pick Rodgers.

If I were building a team under the constraints listed above, which would require a few offseasons to build to contention, then I would pick Luck.

JAG · 07-22-2015, 09:29 AM

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Originally Posted by albionmoonlight

If I were building a win now team, I would pick Rodgers.

If I were building a team under the constraints listed above, which would require a few offseasons to build to contention, then I would pick Luck.

End of thread.

Logan · 07-22-2015, 10:02 AM

I think you still go Rodgers. He will be able to lead a team deep into the playoffs at 34 and still at 37.

BillJasper · 07-22-2015, 10:10 AM

Rodgers, Luck, Watt. Not even sure what Wilson is doing in this poll. He's a decent enough player, but I'm not sure we ever even know his name with Marshawn Lynch and that defense.

Vince, Pt. II · 07-22-2015, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by albionmoonlight

If I were building a win now team, I would pick Rodgers.

If I were building a team under the constraints listed above, which would require a few offseasons to build to contention, then I would pick Luck.

+2

Honolulu Blue · 07-22-2015, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Honolulu_Blue

My Good Twin lives!

Yep, I'm back. It's good to see you're still here. There are still lots of familiar screen names hanging around waiting for TCY2.

And I'd like to thank everyone for responding to my polls and corresponding posts. Keep those opinions coming!

chesapeake · 07-22-2015, 01:22 PM

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Originally Posted by Honolulu Blue

Bad news... you have to fill out your roster through trades and free agent signings.

I'm taking Russell in this scenario. I'm not sure I could keep Aaron Rodgers or Andrew Luck alive behind a patchwork offensive line. Wilson plays at a high level behind one that is only a little better than patchwork as it stands.

MizzouRah · 07-22-2015, 01:26 PM

BillJasper · 07-22-2015, 06:33 PM

Whoever I take, I'm flipping them for picks.

EagleFan · 07-22-2015, 06:59 PM

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Originally Posted by BillJasper

Whoever I take, I'm flipping them for picks.

Hinkie? Is that you?

BillJasper · 07-22-2015, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by EagleFan

Hinkie? Is that you?

Suicane75 · 07-22-2015, 07:11 PM

Exactly. Under the constraints of the OP, I'm picking whoever would yield the highest package in return. Rodgers or Luck.

MIJB#19 · 07-22-2015, 07:32 PM

Andrew Luck.

stevew · 07-22-2015, 07:37 PM

I thought this was team by team when I saw the thread title. Was debating whether I'd go Brown or Bell from the Steelers. I really feel like both are HOFers by the time they retire.

Julio Riddols · 07-22-2015, 07:43 PM

I would take Bridgewater for reasons that will become obvious over the next 10 years.

stevew · 07-22-2015, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Julio Riddols

I would take Bridgewater for reasons that will become obvious over the next 10 years.

Bold choice but I like it.

BillJasper · 07-22-2015, 07:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Julio Riddols

I would take Bridgewater for reasons that will become obvious over the next 10 years.

I think Bridgewater could become an elite QB. The thing that scares me about him is his frame and I wonder if, long term, he'll be able to keep coming back from NFL beatings.

Danny · 07-22-2015, 07:51 PM

Lebron James

bhlloy · 07-22-2015, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by stevew

I thought this was team by team when I saw the thread title. Was debating whether I'd go Brown or Bell from the Steelers. I really feel like both are HOFers by the time they retire.

This would be an awesome idea for a draft. One player per team snake draft.

EagleFan · 07-22-2015, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Julio Riddols

I would take Bridgewater for reasons that will become obvious over the next 10 years.

Tanking?

jbergey22 · 07-22-2015, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Julio Riddols

I would take Bridgewater for reasons that will become obvious over the next 10 years.

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Originally Posted by BillJasper

I think Bridgewater could become an elite QB. The thing that scares me about him is his frame and I wonder if, long term, he'll be able to keep coming back from NFL beatings.

Once he becomes more capable of throwing downfield he will become elite. Right now he is a move the chains dink and dump QB. Id speculate defenses realize this and will overplay the shorter passes this year. He will need to adjust.

Suicane75 · 07-22-2015, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by bhlloy

This would be an awesome idea for a draft. One player per team snake draft.

Think we could get 20-24 to play?

stevew · 07-22-2015, 09:49 PM

20 teams, 22 picks per team, max 1 player per team?

stevew · 07-22-2015, 09:54 PM

Or what about Tecmo style 9 on 9. 3-4OL, QB, 4-5 WR/TE/RB & 5-6 DL/LB, 3-4 DB

stevew · 07-22-2015, 10:01 PM

There probably needs to be a QB penalty. Something like if you draft a QB your next selection is delayed by 10-20 picks?

ColtCrazy · 07-22-2015, 10:20 PM

I'm taking Luck. He's really impressed me more so than Manning in their first 3 years.

If it's a non-QB, I'm taking a lineman, maybe Tyron Smith. I want an anchor for my line for the next 12-14 years.

Simbo Klice · 07-22-2015, 10:42 PM

I would take Watt for an expansion team, but Luck tempts me too. I would just be worried a QB gets Tim Couch/David Carr-ified in those first couple years... Plus, you know you'll be drafting high for the first couple of years and can find your QB there once you have more of an infrastructure.

claphamsa · 07-22-2015, 10:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Suicane75

Think we could get 20-24 to play?

yes

Solecismic · 07-23-2015, 01:13 AM

Luck seems like the obvious pick. But in six months I wonder if it's Jameis Winston.

One pick from each team, snake draft - that would be interesting.

bhlloy · 07-23-2015, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by stevew

Or what about Tecmo style 9 on 9. 3-4OL, QB, 4-5 WR/TE/RB & 5-6 DL/LB, 3-4 DB

I was thinking maybe QB, RB, 2WR, TE, 3OL, 5DL/LB, 3DB for 8v8, which would be 16 rounds and probably covers as many of the non-skill positions as people want. But 9v9 is good as well...

Julio Riddols · 07-23-2015, 03:00 AM

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Originally Posted by EagleFan

Tanking?

Heh.. I was just trying to make one of those posts I can quote in 6 or 7 years and pretend I am some kind of football genius. I do think there is a decent chance he will be that kind of QB though. He has that clutch gene that the great ones have, and I think the Vikings and Packers will be battling tooth and nail for the North as early as 2016.

I do agree he has a slight frame though. If anything will be his downfall, I think it will be injuries way before lack of skill.

Racer · 07-23-2015, 06:33 AM

Andrew Luck.

Danny · 07-23-2015, 07:00 AM

Rodgers and Luck are the only options here really

BYU 14 · 07-23-2015, 07:35 AM

I would have to say Luck too, much more wear left on the tires and I think he will have the better overall career than Wilson.

QuikSand · 07-23-2015, 10:48 AM

I agree that it's Rodgers or Luck, but I think the current differential is small enough you have to take Luck now. A year ago I'd have agreed with albion's comment above... but now I think you go young and clearly the real deal.

View Poll Results: With the first pick in this special draft, I would select...
Aaron Rodgers	10	32.26%
Russell Wilson	1	3.23%
J.J. Watt	6	19.35%
someone else (please explain below)	14	45.16%
Voters: 31. You may not vote on this poll

07-22-2015, 08:51 AM	#2
Honolulu_Blue Hockey Boy Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Royal Oak, MI	My Good Twin lives! __________________ *Steve Yzerman*: 1,755 points in 1,514 regular season games. 185 points in 196 postseason games. A First-Team All-Star, Conn Smythe Trophy winner, Selke Trophy winner, Masterton Trophy winner, member of the Hockey Hall of Fame, Olympic gold medallist, and a three-time Stanley Cup Champion. Longest serving captain of one team in the history of the NHL (19 seasons).

07-22-2015, 10:10 AM	#7
BillJasper Pro Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Northern Kentucky	Rodgers, Luck, Watt. Not even sure what Wilson is doing in this poll. He's a decent enough player, but I'm not sure we ever even know his name with Marshawn Lynch and that defense. __________________ The Confederacy lost, it is time to dismantle it.

07-22-2015, 06:33 PM	#12
BillJasper Pro Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Northern Kentucky	Whoever I take, I'm flipping them for picks. __________________ The Confederacy lost, it is time to dismantle it.

07-22-2015, 07:32 PM	#16
MIJB#19 Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Maassluis, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands	Andrew Luck. __________________ * 2005 Golden Scribe winner for best FOF Dynasty about IHOF's Maassluis Merchantmen * Former GM of GEFL's Houston Oilers and WOOF's Curacao Cocktail

07-22-2015, 08:55 AM	#3
SteveMax58 College Starter Join Date: Dec 2006	Andrew Luck...not even close for me.

07-22-2015, 09:02 AM	#4
albionmoonlight Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: North Carolina	If I were building a win now team, I would pick Rodgers. If I were building a team under the constraints listed above, which would require a few offseasons to build to contention, then I would pick Luck.

07-22-2015, 10:02 AM	#6
Logan Head Coach Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: NYC	I think you still go Rodgers. He will be able to lead a team deep into the playoffs at 34 and still at 37.

07-22-2015, 01:26 PM	#11
MizzouRah Hall Of Famer Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Troy, Mo	Luck

07-22-2015, 07:11 PM	#15
Suicane75 Coordinator Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: NJ	Exactly. Under the constraints of the OP, I'm picking whoever would yield the highest package in return. Rodgers or Luck.

07-22-2015, 07:37 PM	#17
stevew Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: the yo'	I thought this was team by team when I saw the thread title. Was debating whether I'd go Brown or Bell from the Steelers. I really feel like both are HOFers by the time they retire.

07-22-2015, 07:43 PM	#18
Julio Riddols College Prospect Join Date: Feb 2001 Location: Bryson Shitty, NC	I would take Bridgewater for reasons that will become obvious over the next 10 years. __________________ Recklessly enthused, stubbornly amused. FUCK EA

07-22-2015, 07:51 PM	#21
Danny Head Coach Join Date: Jul 2001	Lebron James

07-22-2015, 09:49 PM	#26
stevew Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: the yo'	20 teams, 22 picks per team, max 1 player per team? Last edited by stevew : 07-22-2015 at 09:49 PM.

07-22-2015, 09:54 PM	#27
stevew Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: the yo'	Or what about Tecmo style 9 on 9. 3-4OL, QB, 4-5 WR/TE/RB & 5-6 DL/LB, 3-4 DB Last edited by stevew : 07-22-2015 at 09:56 PM.

07-22-2015, 10:01 PM	#28
stevew Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: the yo'	There probably needs to be a QB penalty. Something like if you draft a QB your next selection is delayed by 10-20 picks? Last edited by stevew : 07-22-2015 at 10:02 PM.

07-22-2015, 10:20 PM	#29
ColtCrazy College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Midwest	I'm taking Luck. He's really impressed me more so than Manning in their first 3 years. If it's a non-QB, I'm taking a lineman, maybe Tyron Smith. I want an anchor for my line for the next 12-14 years. __________________ The Field Generals and Statis Pro Basketball Super League

07-22-2015, 10:42 PM	#30
Simbo Klice High School Varsity Join Date: Oct 2009	I would take Watt for an expansion team, but Luck tempts me too. I would just be worried a QB gets Tim Couch/David Carr-ified in those first couple years... Plus, you know you'll be drafting high for the first couple of years and can find your QB there once you have more of an infrastructure.

07-23-2015, 01:13 AM	#32
Solecismic Solecismic Software Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Canton, OH	Luck seems like the obvious pick. But in six months I wonder if it's Jameis Winston. One pick from each team, snake draft - that would be interesting.

07-23-2015, 06:33 AM	#35
Racer College Benchwarmer Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Fort Wayne, Indiana	Andrew Luck.

07-23-2015, 07:00 AM	#36
Danny Head Coach Join Date: Jul 2001	Rodgers and Luck are the only options here really

07-23-2015, 07:35 AM	#37
BYU 14 Coordinator Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: The scorched Desert	I would have to say Luck too, much more wear left on the tires and I think he will have the better overall career than Wilson.

07-23-2015, 10:48 AM	#38
QuikSand lolzcat Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Annapolis, Md	I agree that it's Rodgers or Luck, but I think the current differential is small enough you have to take Luck now. A year ago I'd have agreed with albion's comment above... but now I think you go young and clearly the real deal.

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