RG Options

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(9 hours ago)Luvnit2 Wrote: I thught Risner was more of a LG, but was told he played RG and did well for Vikings last year. He has my vote. I just wonder why other guard needy teams have no signed him or other guards available.

The coaches has to be concerned Patrick is getting beat a lot in camp, one guys beating him is a rookie Stewart.

When looking at Risner's strengths and weaknesses throughout his NFL tenure, his run blocking is just ok, but his pass blocking is good.
It's possible teams want someone who can run block better.

IMO, Risner has shown to be a good pass blocker through most of his NFL career and showed last year he can play RG solidly after playing LG all years prior, so he has versatility.
He's a perfect fit (IMO) for a team who has a rookie starting at LG and crappy veterans being considered for the RG spot.
Risner could easily cover RG and Fairchild at LG, but if Fairchild were to go down, either plop Patrick in at LG or pivot Risner to LG.
Risner should also command less than $4 mill.

(I also have to wonder if some teams are waiting for the season to start because of the stupid rule that they don't suffer as much of a penalty if they cut a guy midway through season if signed after season starts)