It’s June, hiring a GM in June is nuts, Douglas was handcuffed, the 2019 season shouldn’t count as part of the Douglas Era, but it is what it is. There is lot like about Joe Douglas, CAP management, player acquisition and over all drafting. Players are always respected and protected, JD has created an environment where players can flourish.
Douglas seeks value and opportunity, has the ability to say “No” to contracts and deals, but has show the willingness to invest , trading up for AVT, JJ & Hall.
Douglas seems unpredictable, but it is his pursuit of value with a very deep understanding of player markets that creates many of these moves.He signs Cornerback DJ Reed to a fair contract, and then drafts Sauce. Not sure anyone saw this major investment in CB’s coming, but it’s predicated on seeking value. The reconstruction of the TE room, was massive but JD got two TE’s , Uzomah & Conklin, for the price of one , Dalton Shultz.. Then he drafted a-value pick in a Ruckert in the very late third round. Douglas found a way to support his QB, and help create a complimentary Running Game with the TE’s and Hall.
The best long term aspect of Douglas could be his inclusive management style. Based on respect and integrity, JD has everyone rowing the boat in the same direction. Saleh & Douglas are joined at the hip. Douglas listens, Scouting and Assistant Coaches input are closely integrated into the draft process. Everyone working together for the same goal.
Great read, David! Thanks!! I think he's made the right moves, and this is the year we start to see the right results.
It’s June, hiring a GM in June is nuts, Douglas was handcuffed, the 2019 season shouldn’t count as part of the Douglas Era, but it is what it is. There is lot like about Joe Douglas, CAP management, player acquisition and over all drafting. Players are always respected and protected, JD has created an environment where players can flourish.
Douglas seeks value and opportunity, has the ability to say “No” to contracts and deals, but has show the willingness to invest , trading up for AVT, JJ & Hall.
Douglas seems unpredictable, but it is his pursuit of value with a very deep understanding of player markets that creates many of these moves.He signs Cornerback DJ Reed to a fair contract, and then drafts Sauce. Not sure anyone saw this major investment in CB’s coming, but it’s predicated on seeking value. The reconstruction of the TE room, was massive but JD got two TE’s , Uzomah & Conklin, for the price of one , Dalton Shultz.. Then he drafted a-value pick in a Ruckert in the very late third round. Douglas found a way to support his QB, and help create a complimentary Running Game with the TE’s and Hall.
The best long term aspect of Douglas could be his inclusive management style. Based on respect and integrity, JD has everyone rowing the boat in the same direction. Saleh & Douglas are joined at the hip. Douglas listens, Scouting and Assistant Coaches input are closely integrated into the draft process. Everyone working together for the same goal.