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Andy Levitre may get cut. Was a real good Guard 2 years ago.
 
Phil Taylor - DL - Free Agent

Browns released NT Phil Taylor.
The first-rounder the Browns got after deciding to trade down and pass on Julio Jones in 2011, Taylor never emerged as more than a run-plugging specialist. He was limited to just five games last season after undergoing a knee scope. Taylor is still a viable NFLer, so it's a bit of a surprising move. The Browns are on the hook for Taylor's $5.477 million salary. Taylor should latch on elsewhere relatively quickly.
 
Tibs said:
Phil Taylor - DL - Free Agent

Browns released NT Phil Taylor.
The first-rounder the Browns got after deciding to trade down and pass on Julio Jones in 2011, Taylor never emerged as more than a run-plugging specialist. He was limited to just five games last season after undergoing a knee scope. Taylor is still a viable NFLer, so it's a bit of a surprising move. The Browns are on the hook for Taylor's $5.477 million salary. Taylor should latch on elsewhere relatively quickly.
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How often do I have to point out 1st round + Browns = Bust
 
bring him in for a looksee ****
 
He's likely better than McClendon...when healthy.
 
I would definitely bring in Taylor. If healthy, he would really help stop the run.
 
Taylor was good and showing signs of being great when he got injured. If he can pass a physical, he'd be a good pickup because the steelers appear to have major run stopping issues to go along with their total lack of pass rush.

I was high on Ross Cockrell too. The steelers had him in for multiple pre draft visits so they liked him too. Rex Ryan likes in your face man cover guys and Cockrell doesn't fit. I'd like to give him a shot.
 
mdk2 said:
I would definitely bring in Taylor. If healthy, he would really help stop the run.
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For sure, the only question would be how that knee is holding up. The Browns are on the books for his full $5M salary, would be sweet to sign him to a friendly, prove-it deal. If he beats out McClendon great, if not he adds depth.

Taylor has all the traits of an above the line 3-4 NT and he's only 27. Don't see any negatives bringing in the big boy for a workout.

Some snipets from his scouting profiles:

Phil Taylor Scouting Report
http://walterfootball.com/scoutingreport2011ptaylor_greg.php#W5CJR70Cill6fXJL.99

Strengths:
Massive frame and carries weight well
Great strength and power
Violent, quick hands and uses them well
Can push pocket with bull rush
Run-stuffing anchor
Space eater who occupies blockers
Agile for his size with good balance
Mean streak
Scheme versatile nose tackle

http://www.nfl.com/draft/2011/profiles/phil-taylor?id=2495237
Taylor possesses the rare size and natural brute strength NFL front offices are looking for in a potential 3-4 nose tackle or two-gaper. Can anchor against the run, fight through double teams, uses his hands well, and doesn't necessarily need to come off the field on third down with his adequate pass rushing ability and good feet. A tendency to play high, limited range, in-game durability and some off-the-field red flags do hurt his stock. However, prospects with Taylor's size and ability don't grow on trees, so he shouldn't last past the middle rounds.

http://www.sportingnews.com/nfl/story/2011-03-14/scouting-report-baylor-dt-phil-taylor
Strengths: Is a massive player with the ideal build of a 3-4 nose tackle. Changes directions quickly to beat one-on-one pass blocks. Can drive offensive linemen into the quarterback to force the early pass or get a sack. Has the rare size and strength to hold his ground vs. double-team run blocks. Displays the athleticism to come down the line and make tackles on inside runs.

Weaknesses: Is raw. Has more potential than production. Does not consistently rush the quarterback aggressively. Fails to consistently maintain good leverage throughout the play. Has conditioning issues; tends to wear down in games and does not play with good effort on every snap.

Bottom line: Taylor's value will increase at the next level because of the high number of NFL teams playing 3-4 schemes. He began college at Penn State and was en route to becoming a big part of the team's defense but was dismissed from the team in '08 because of off-field issues. Last offseason, he finally became committed to eating right and working hard in the weight room, which helped him to have a good 2010 season. At the Senior Bowl, he looked bigger and stronger than any of the other linemen but still struggled to consistently be a dominant player because of inconsistent technique and aggressiveness. There is little doubt Taylor has the size, strength and athleticism to be a good nose tackle and likely will be drafted higher than we have him rated. However, spending a first- or second-round pick on a player with off-field issues is always a risk.

Browns Film Room: Phil Taylor
http://www.draftbrowns.com/2013/05/browns-film-room-phil-taylor/

In his first two seasons as a pro, Taylor has regularly showed off the talent that made him a first round draft choice. In 24 games (1,015 snaps), he has produced 49 tackles (24 assisted), five sacks, one pass defensed, one forced fumble, and one fumble recovery. Taylor missed the first eight games of the 2012 season with a torn pectoral and never seemed to make his way back in to optimal physical condition.

In the Run Game
Phil Taylor is extremely stout against the run. He consistently shows good hand placement and he rarely gets moved off of his spot. His surprising athletic ability allows him to quickly shift down the line of scrimmage in pursuit and he shows very good awareness and instincts when adjusting his pursuit angles. Phil Taylor ranked 13th in “Run Stop Percentage” amongst all defensive tackles that recorded a defensive snap on a run play during the 2012 season.

Rushing the Passer
Phil Taylor is a deceptively effective pass rusher. He possesses the strength and technique to push the pocket and combines them with surprising athletic ability, good closing burst, and a high motor. Taylor utilizes a very effective swim move and he is also an effective bull rusher. Phil Taylor ranked 42nd in “Pass Rush Productivity” amongst all defensive tackles that recorded a defensive snap on a pass play during the 2012 season.

Conclusion
At only 25 years old (birthday was April 7th), the sky is the limit for Phil Taylor. He is much more athletic and plays with a much higher motor than most players his size (6’3″ tall and between 320 and 350 lbs.). In moving to the position that many projected him to be best at prior to the 2011 draft, Taylor is expected to be a key cog in Browns’ defensive coordinator Ray Horton’s defensive scheme.

Moving forward, it is very important that Phil Taylor keeps himself in top physical condition. During his first two seasons, Taylor struggled with consistency and I believe that Taylor’s conditioning had a big impact on the inconsistencies. If Taylor hopes to take the next step toward becoming one of the top defensive tackles in the NFL, he is going to have to stay healthy, keep himself in shape, and keep working hard on refining his technique.
 
Run-stuffing nose tackle? Exactly what this defense needs to function. I don't care if he only plays two downs. Let's dominate on those two downs like we used to.
 
The official thread of....

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Phil Taylor would make the LBs and DBs better.
 
I'll tell ya what....If I was the Steelers I'd take a look at Taylor. For sure if he makes the roster you know he's gonna play balls to the wall for two games this season.

Personally he's much better than McClendon. The thing about Traylor is that he's very difficult to move and that's what you need is a guy who can jam the middle of the field. He's not gonna be expected to rush the passer in a 3-4 Defense just hold at the point of attack. Something McClendon can't do!
 
I'd bring him in. Its not like we have a run stuffing specialist now do we? He's better than what we currently have on this roster.
 
Tibs said:
For sure, the only question would be how that knee is holding up. The Browns are on the books for his full $5M salary, would be sweet to sign him to a friendly, prove-it deal. If he beats out McClendon great, if not he adds depth.

Taylor has all the traits of an above the line 3-4 NT and he's only 27. Don't see any negatives bringing in the big boy for a workout. .
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makes sense to me
 
dolphins released DL Ray Drew and S Phillip Thomas, I'd send a plane for both these guys
 
Giants also have cut OLB Victor Butler.
I think we were sniffing around him a few years ago.
 
And what do you know....bingo! :)

Steelers bring in former Browns DT Phil Taylor for a workout
http://www.behindthesteelcurtain.co...in-former-browns-dt-phil-taylor-for-a-workout

The Pittsburgh Steelers are searching for answers within their defense, and along the defensive line is certainly one of those positions the team feels they can improve upon. Per ProFootball Talk who cited a league source, the Steelers have brought in recently released defensive lineman Phillip Taylor in for a workout Wednesday.

Taylor is often injured, having suffered two knee injuries in 2014 which hobbled the big defensive linemen, but when healthy he is a force along the line. Taylor was a first round pick in 2011 by the Cleveland Browns, the same team which released him earlier this week.

This is simply a workout and doesn't mean there is a signing imminent. Most likely the team is interested in how healthy Taylor is; however, the story of this workout isn't about Taylor, but about the Steelers not being happy with their defense or defensive line. After Cameron Heyward and injured Stephon Tuitt, the only experience they have at defensive tackle/end position is in Cam Thomas.

The Steelers are looking for answers, and even if the answer isn't Phil Taylor, expect the team to continue their search as teams trim their rosters from 75 to 53 in the coming days.
 
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Tibs said:
And what do you know....bingo! :)

Steelers bring in former Browns DT Phil Taylor for a workout
http://www.behindthesteelcurtain.co...in-former-browns-dt-phil-taylor-for-a-workout

The Pittsburgh Steelers are searching for answers within their defense, and along the defensive line is certainly one of those positions the team feels they can improve upon. Per ProFootball Talk who cited a league source, the Steelers have brought in recently released defensive lineman Phillip Taylor in for a workout Wednesday.

Taylor is often injured, having suffered two knee injuries in 2014 which hobbled the big defensive linemen, but when healthy he is a force along the line. Taylor was a first round pick in 2011 by the Cleveland Browns, the same team which released him earlier this week.

This is simply a workout and doesn't mean there is a signing imminent. Most likely the team is interested in how healthy Taylor is; however, the story of this workout isn't about Taylor, but about the Steelers not being happy with their defense or defensive line. After Cameron Heyward and injured Stephon Tuitt, the only experience they have at defensive tackle/end position is in Cam Thomas.

The Steelers are looking for answers, and even if the answer isn't Phil Taylor, expect the team to continue their search as teams trim their rosters from 75 to 53 in the coming days.
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let it happen let it happen let it happen
 
If he is healthy and knee is ok, hell yes. I don't think he was cut because he was healthy. Something is not right with him other than the fact the brownies suck. GLAD the SEELERS are takling a look.......


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