Scoop City: Daily NFL Digest Reveals Five Team Needs
Introduction:
Welcome to Scoop City, your daily NFL digest that brings you the latest news and updates from around the league. In today’s edition, we take a look at the biggest needs for five teams as the draft approaches. From offensive line improvements to pass rush concerns, we have all the details. So let’s dive in!
Titans: An OL for Will Levis
The Tennessee Titans are in desperate need of an offensive line upgrade to protect their new quarterback, Will Levis. With the hiring of Bill Callahan as their offensive line coach, the Titans hope to improve their pass-blocking efficiency and overall performance. Joe Rexrode predicts that the Titans may select Notre Dame’s OT Joe Alt with their seventh pick in the upcoming draft.
Browns: Youth on the DL
The Cleveland Browns may not have an obvious need, but they are lacking depth and youth on their defensive line. With the lowest 2024 draft capital in the NFL, the Browns don’t pick until No. 54. However, they are looking to add young talent to their defensive line to ensure a smooth transition in the future.
Falcons: A pass rush
The Atlanta Falcons have been struggling with their pass rush for years, ranking last in pressure percentage and sacks across the past three years. With both Bud Dupree and Calais Campbell, who tied for the team lead in sacks last season, still free agents, the Falcons are in desperate need of defensive linemen. They have their eyes on four potential first-round options to bolster their pass rush.
Jets: A grass field
The New York Jets may not seem like they have a pressing need on the field, but they are advocating for a switch from turf to a grass field. Despite studies showing that turf causes more lower-body injuries than natural grass, MetLife Stadium has no plans to make the switch. However, Giants president John Mara hopes that experts can assure them of a safe and playable grass field in the future.
Packers: Safety depth
The Green Bay Packers have lost their top two players in free agency and their third player remains unsigned, leaving them with a lack of safety depth. The team’s new defensive coordinator, Jeff Hafley, prefers to pair Xavier McKinney, the best available free agent safety, with a young player rather than a proven veteran. The Packers are looking to add a young playmaker to their safety position.
Conclusion:
As the draft approaches, teams are assessing their needs and strategizing to fill the gaps in their rosters. From offensive line improvements to pass rush concerns, these five teams have identified their biggest needs. It will be interesting to see how they address these issues in the upcoming draft. Stay tuned for more updates from Scoop City as we bring you the latest news from the NFL.