Brandon Lloyd Discusses Joining the Patriots
by Greg Knopping on Feb 20, 2012 5:01 PM EST
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PrintEver since the Patriots re-hired offensive coordinator Josh McDaniels in January, there has been a multitude of speculation that wide receiver Brandon Lloyd, who saw tremendous success in 2010 and 2011 under McDaniels, could join the Patriots.
After all, the Patriots showed interest in Lloyd before last season's trade deadline and prior to when the Patriots even hired McDaniels, Lloyd said that he would consider following McDaniels wherever he went.
Today, that speculation has finally turned into something tangible. During an interview on PFT Live earlier this afternoon, Lloyd directly expressed an interest in joining the Patriots:
"Yes, I find that very interesting. I would like to entertain that and see where that goes. There is no bones about that. I've been very successful in Josh McDaniels' offense. I really admire Tom Brady. I admire that organization and how they run things over there. I'd definitely be interested in hearing how I could possibly fit into that equation."
Lloyd also talked about the possibility of re-joining the Rams and really seemed open to anything. While joining the Patriots seems like a real interest of his, he doesn't seem set on one destination. So what does this mean?
Well, if the Patriots want to go get Lloyd and they can match some of his more intriguing offers, the "McDaniels factor" could certainly be the tipping point to get Lloyd to New England. Of course, the price would have to be right and we don't know if the Patriots will truly still be interested (as they were in October).
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Band Aid
Is this a band aid?
he’s going to be 31, i feel like FA acquisitions should be on the defense where positions like safety and DE need to be addressed.
I think the draft is where we should focus on WR – Branch Welker Ocho are all getting older
Slater should stay and Edelmen could replace Welker
Hell if 3 of the six draft picks were on WRs this team would revitalize it’s WR Corps. This is painful to say because I love Branch/Welker and I don’t think Ocho’s tank is empty.
This is going to be really hard on Patriots management I’m sure there’s emotional investment with the aging WRs.
Glad i’m not making the choice.
makes no sense
most defenders can make impacts as rookies. WRs take years. Even longer when you develop them as poorly as we do. Draft a wr? yes, but also sign at least one.
Draft a defense.
Specifically a secondary… though some LB help and a stud pass rusher on the other side of Carter would be neat adds, too.
The more I think about Lloyd, the more I think he wouldn't be worth it.
He really looked great for one year.
His best year under San Fran was 48 catches for 733 yards 34 1stD and 5 TDs.
His best year under Washington was 23 catches for 365 yards 15 1stD 0TDs
Chicago was almost identical with 26 catches for 364 yards 17 1stD 2 TDs
One year in Denver with 77 catches 1448 yards 72 1stD 11 TDs is pretty much an outlier. McD might not get that out of him again. He couldn’t after that in Denver or St. Louis.
There are better FA available. If he wants to come for cut rate, then maybe.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
As the Greek philosopher Mediocrites once said, "Eh, it's good enough."
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 20, 2012 5:58 PM EST reply actions
His numbers last year in St. Louis were pretty impressive considering the team was down to its fifth string quarterback and he was brand new to the team
by Greg Knopping on Feb 20, 2012 6:00 PM EST up reply actions
It's possible that in 2010 he benefitted from the schedule and the fact that they were behind every game (4-12 that year).
AFC South: Jaguars (8-8), Titans (6-10), Texans (6-10), even the Colts were only 10-6 that year.
AFC West: They played KC twice (10-6), Chargers twice (9-7), and raiders twice (8-8).
NFC West: SF (6-10), Rams (7-9), Seahawks (7-9 – division champs), Cardinals (5-11)
The toughest defenses were the Ravens and Jets. To be honest he looked Ok against them:
BAL L 5 catches 135 yards 2 TDs
NYJ L 4 catches 74 yards 0 TDs
He was held to one catch in the Oakland first game (46 yards), 2 in KC second game (31 yards), 3 vs the Cardinals (32 yards) and Seahawks (53 yards).
His best games were against Indy, Tenessee, SF and Houston. Two of those teams have a defense now.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
As the Greek philosopher Mediocrites once said, "Eh, it's good enough."
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 20, 2012 7:35 PM EST up reply actions
The Raiders, Chiefs, and Charger's defenses in the years Lloyd was on Denver
were typically good too. At least when it came to against the pass…
Not as good as Balt. or NYJ though.
Other than that, I would like Lloyd if they got 2 more WRs during the draft.
I’ll take 11 players with heart on the field over 11 guys with just talent. Talent is fleeting, it goes away over time. Heart is what drives you to be better. To push yourself beyond what you think your capabilities are. To show us that when you strive, all things are possible.- SMP
Neither have a number of free agents that are available.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
As the Greek philosopher Mediocrites once said, "Eh, it's good enough."
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 20, 2012 6:30 PM EST up reply actions
Except Moss
So we should kick the tires
Rex Ryan: "There’s no way that we’re looking to replace Mark Sanchez"
Patriots Nation: "Thank God"
Giants Fans: "FOUR MORE YEARS!! FOUR MORE YEARS!!"
...and check the tread depth....
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
As the Greek philosopher Mediocrites once said, "Eh, it's good enough."
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 20, 2012 6:55 PM EST up reply actions
I think that our free agency money should be spent on defense
Although we haven’t had a very good success rate with drafting recievers, we have been just as bad at drafting DB’s, and its more important to get a proven corner/safety than receiver right now. Plus, i’d like to see a young wideout here for once. But thats just my opinion.
by iso1512 on Feb 20, 2012 6:52 PM EST via mobile reply actions
C'mon, we've had plenty of young wideouts here.
They just sucked – or at least were worse than our other options.
Yeah, it would be nice to hit on one, though.
The more you know, the more you know that you don't know.
Some people can learn from the mistakes of others, while some people need to pee on the electric fence themselves.
As the Greek philosopher Mediocrites once said, "Eh, it's good enough."
by SlotMachinePlayer on Feb 20, 2012 6:57 PM EST up reply actions
i totally cosign
i think that a DE and a safety would be perfect in FA especially when there are so many WRs in the draft this year. Good safeties aren’t a dime a dozen they’re hard to mold, good secondary players are hard to find and the NFL defenses have not adjusted yet to these monster WRs. I say get a FA safety to line up with Chung and try to mold players who are UDFAs or later picks.
by Slim Rickins on Feb 20, 2012 8:40 PM EST up reply actions
Bring in Lloyd, resign Welker, bring in Juron Criner
or another rookie draft pick. What’s the worst that can happen? We get another Ocho. The best that can happen? We get Brandon Lloyd in 2010 (or better) and the offense goes over the top. If he performs that poorly, put in the rookie to take his place.
"Fight on, my men!" Sir Andrew said, "A little I'm hurt, but not yet slain. I'll just lay down and bleed awhile... and then I'll rise, and fight again!"
this i agree with
it was my dream scenario
Tedy Bruschi- "How do we feel about being AFC Champs?"
Team- "Aww Yeah!!!"
by freeland1787 on Feb 20, 2012 11:41 PM EST up reply actions
the fact the team is in good position to get another shot at a title next year is awesome
so close and there is no “yet so far” thing i can see happening
Tedy Bruschi- "How do we feel about being AFC Champs?"
Team- "Aww Yeah!!!"
Reality Check
The Pats are not going to dish out big money for a FA WR that will be playing part time on the offense. The reality is that Gronk, Hernandez, and Welker will still get the majority of the passes. Brady is not going to be throwing the ball deep down field on a regular basis ( I don’t think he has the accuracy and the arm to throw deep). He is most comfortable throwing the ball 10 to 25 yards down field. A waste of big money signing Wallace or Jackson who will not be the #1 target. Like it or not Lloyd is the best fit for the Pats if the price is right. He is not a one dimentional deep threat reciever. The Pats would be able to use him in different formations to create a mismatch. He already knows what McDaniels expects from his recievers. If the Pats can sign him for 4-5 million dollars a year for maybe three years then he will be a great addition to the offense. He would be happy playing for a team that could possible get him a SB ring.I don’t think he will mind sharing the ball with Welker, Gronk, And Hernandez. Another elite FA WR might get frustrated. Remember, he only thrived as a reciever under McDaniels and he knows it. I think he would sign with the Pats for less money to keep thriving under McDaniels. He may not be effective in another offense and have a shorter career. This will be in the back of his mind. I think he signs with the Pats. Lloyd will be a definite asset for a reasonable price. Pats should address the defense in the earlier rounds and draft a WR in the later rounds.
The thing about Wallace that I wasn't thinking about
is that he’s a restricted free agent who will require a 1st round pick to get him. A tad steep for my liking.
Keep the faith!
Get Lloyd.
Pats have multiple receivers — Welker, Branch, Gronk, Herndo, Woody, et al. — who are great in the short game but present no deep threat. Lloyd would be both, so defensive backs would have to respect his ability to break deep. With Lloyd we can keep Branch and let Welker go, freeing up his cap space. Might even be able to get a second FA WR burner — Wayne? Garcon? Meachem? while drafting a couple later round WRs — Jones or Adams? — for the future.
by poindexterregan on Feb 24, 2012 5:28 PM EST reply actions
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