Skilly McRailnob Posted January 18, 2005 Report Posted January 18, 2005 The 4 TE's currently on the roster:Ronnie GhentTony StewartReggie KellyMatt SchobelNone of these guys really impressed me this year. Any cap nerds out there know how much they are making and what the cap implications would be if they were cut? If marvin can add some good DL talent in the free agency period, I wouldn't mind dropping down in the first and taking Heath Miller. Quote
Scottishbengal Posted January 18, 2005 Report Posted January 18, 2005 I've got the jury out on the Tight Ends - can't make up my mind whether it's lack of ability/consistency or the system they are required to play.I assume that with Rudi feeling his way into the team last year, and with the expectation of Perry playing as well as having a 1st year quarterback this year, the emphasis for the TE's was on blocking and protection.Schobel's 76yarder showed a glimmer of what is possible when utilised but the TE's may either be hampered by their own limitations or are just victims of the current system.No doubt someone with more appreciation on the finer points of the game than I will shed some light. Quote
skyline Posted January 18, 2005 Report Posted January 18, 2005 I know what you mean Scottish. I've always been a big fan of Schobel. He always seems to come up with a couple of big plays that leave you thinking he could be a good threat...then he vanishes for the next few games. Quote
BengalszoneBilly Posted January 18, 2005 Report Posted January 18, 2005 I've always been a big fan of Schobel. He always seems to come up with a couple of big plays that leave you thinking he could be a good threat...then he vanishes for the next few games. I'm still a big fan of him. The reason he seems to "vanish" I blame more on Drunkowski's play calling. Not Schobel's ability. Quote
Tiger Stripes Posted January 18, 2005 Report Posted January 18, 2005 a big time palymaking TE would be the finishing touch to the bengals potent offense. Quote
HoosierCat Posted January 18, 2005 Report Posted January 18, 2005 Let's not forget our most important TE, Brad St. Louis...One guy I wouldn't mind seeing in stripes is Jets TE Anthony Becht. He's scheduled to be a UFA, but I doubt the Jets let him get away...s Quote
TubThumper Posted January 18, 2005 Report Posted January 18, 2005 a big time palymaking TE would be the finishing touch to the bengals potent offense.Get a guy like that and upgrade the defense and you probably don't need to sign Rudi. Get a guy like that and sign Rudi, and you probably don't need to do much to the defense. Quote
Skilly McRailnob Posted January 18, 2005 Author Report Posted January 18, 2005 Not that it means much, but in his initial mock draft, Kiper has Heath Miller going #10 overall. Quote
Bobcat Bengal Posted January 18, 2005 Report Posted January 18, 2005 Not that it means much, but in his initial mock draft, Kiper has Heath Miller going #10 overall.You're right.It doesn't mean much, coming from Kiper. Quote
BengalByTheBay Posted January 18, 2005 Report Posted January 18, 2005 I've always been a big fan of Schobel. He always seems to come up with a couple of big plays that leave you thinking he could be a good threat...then he vanishes for the next few games.I'm still a big fan of him. The reason he seems to "vanish" I blame more on Drunkowski's play calling. Not Schobel's ability. I was thinking the same thing (as Skyline). I also remember thinking the exact same thing last year. Schobel makes a couple of clutch plays mid-season, but you can't remember anything else from him. Oh yeah, he also has a number of drops on those bizarre 4 yard routes that aren't going to go anywhere anyway. I think BB continues to largely ignore the TE position. I won't get into whether that's a good or bad thing -- just interesting that sometimes it works so well and then you don't see them go back to it.Oh yeah -- Joisey you're right St. Louis is definitely the only "TE" that we absolutely cannot do without. All hail the unsung long-snapper specialist.-------------Edit: You know, I read this over and it looks like I'm being sarcastic. So, before Joisey gets offended, it's really not. I actually remember a time when they tried to throw him the ball once or twice, but I'm glad that's over. Every team needs a specialist at that position -- remember the Giants first round loss to the 9'ers 3 years (I think) ago in the playoffs. Or the Lions missing the extra point this year to eliminate them? Definitely a significant roster spot. Quote
jditty47 Posted January 19, 2005 Report Posted January 19, 2005 ya the only te i like is st louis. schobel can stay just cuz he has potential to grow. stewert and kelley can both go. we all know my reasons. Quote
HoosierCat Posted January 19, 2005 Report Posted January 19, 2005 Edit: You know, I read this over and it looks like I'm being sarcastic. So, before Joisey gets offended, it's really not. I didn't think you were being sarcastic. Heaven knows our entire kicking game is only a couple years removed from the crapper and St. Louis is a big reason why.IIRC, LeBeau did flirt with using Brad as a "real" TE, mostly due to lack of other options, and he did OK. But I was always against the move simply because if he got hurt we were screwed. Anyone know who the backup LS is, anyway? Quote
jditty47 Posted January 19, 2005 Report Posted January 19, 2005 i thought it was steinbach but i could be mistaken. Quote
HairOnFire Posted January 19, 2005 Report Posted January 19, 2005 Anyone know who the backup LS is, anyway? Justin Smith. If I'm right, do I win a case of motor oil or something? Quote
jditty47 Posted January 19, 2005 Report Posted January 19, 2005 we were both wrong. 2nd string is schobel, and 3rd string is fontenot.http://www.bengals.com/team/depthchart.asp Quote
HairOnFire Posted January 19, 2005 Report Posted January 19, 2005 I took a shot. Several seasons ago Justin Smith was listed as the LS backup, but I'd forgotten that Schobel assumed that role after being drafted. Quote
BengalsOwn Posted January 19, 2005 Report Posted January 19, 2005 Our TE's were used mostly for blocking this year, and they did a good job at that. Quote
bengalsfan33 Posted January 19, 2005 Report Posted January 19, 2005 I still like Schoebel, but I feel that Kelley and Tony need sent packing. I remember earlier in the season when Matt had a 76 yard TD, so I think he still has a chance to be a solid TE for the Bengals. I'd also think that Marvin will draft a TE sometime in the upcoming draft. I wouldn't mind to see Heath Miller, but I highly doubt he'd fall all the way to the second round... Quote
oldschooler Posted January 19, 2005 Report Posted January 19, 2005 I`m not a "cap nerd". I just know where to look for cap numbers and salaries. Reggie Kelly 2005 Base Salary $ 1,100,000Cap Hit $ 1,600,000Brad St. Louis2005 Base Salary $ 540,000Cap Hit $ 573,333Matt Schobel2005 Base salary $ 455,000Cap Hit $ 630,000Tony Stewart 2005 Cap hit $600,000Ronnie Ghent 2005 Salary $230,000Say good-bye to Reggie Kelly. He is the highest paid TE and without a doubt the weakest link. Quote
Beaker Posted January 20, 2005 Report Posted January 20, 2005 Keep Schobel and St Louis...let the rest go. Quote
glnwf Posted February 12, 2005 Report Posted February 12, 2005 My opnion these two go of the bat and let's see what Marvin comes home with for one more ! Quote
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