NFL Speculation 2012: Players Each Team Should Have Their Eye on

Is it too early to talk about roster moves NFL teams should be thinking about?

Of course not.

The truth is, teams have been thinking about next year on some level since the start of this year.

A team never stops considering moves it could be making—case in point, the signings of several players who were free agents or off practice squads in the past two weeks, albeit in some cases unsuccessfully.

Teams often have pretty intensive lists of players around the league they highly covet and would jump at the chance to grab.

If it's not too early for the NFL, it's never too early for our own idle speculation, right?

With that in mind, I've put on my GM hat, set up my wipe board and started looking at some of the players I think teams should be looking at right now.

Some are trades, some will be free agents. Some even will be in the form of picks or delicious chocolate.

OK, that last one was totally inaccurate, but otherwise it's a good description.

Enjoy—and as always, feel free to add your thoughts below.

It's Fantasy Football—just like Dan Snyder and Jerry Jones play it.

AFC EAST: Patriots, Jets, Bills, Dolphins

The AFC East looked like it was going to be impressive nearly across the board, but then reality set in and it became the Patriots and everyone else once again.

So it's back to the drawing board for everyone.

New England Patriots

The fact is the defense has been pretty bad this year. The pass rush streaky and the pass defense horrid at times. Several players might make sense for the Patriots to look at in free agency.

First, Titans CB Cortland Finnegan is worth a look. A solid player, he may have priced himself out of Tennessee and would be a good addition to a secondary in need of help. If the Titans hit Finnegan with a franchise tag, Falcons CB Brent Grimes or the Saints' Tracey Porter would definitely be a step up for the Pats and could be signed at reasonable rates.

New York Jets

The Jets are in desperate need of offensive line help. Second year player Vlad Ducasse isn't coming along like the team would've hoped and Wayne Hunter is an abomination at tackle or anywhere else on the line. Injuries also showed the lack of depth. so it should be O-line, O-line and more O-line.

The problem is there aren't a lot of options. They need to get better at right tackle, so perhaps they should raid their cross-town "rivals," the Giants, and grab RT Kareem McKenzie. The Giants have their own line issues, so it could be tough, but McKenzie is hurt now and they may decide to let him go and get younger. Trading for an O-lineman is tricky—I always assume if a team is willing to let go, you run the risk of there being a reason, like a car you got for a good price which ends up having a valve about to crack.

Either way, the Jets offensive line needs to be improved.

Buffalo Bills

What can you say about the Bills? It's hard to pin down just one spot. They just spent way too much money on a quarterback who has now imploded and overall the wheels for the entire team just came off.

So where to start? The Bills have long needed a solid tight end, so it would be worth talking to Dallas TE Martellus Bennett. Jason Witten just signed a big contract this year and Bennett has become buried behind Witten and a very good group of wide receivers. It's unlikely they bring Bennett back or even have the money to do so if they wanted to.

If they wanted to make a huge splash, there's always Packers TE Jermichael Finley. Before you think it's crazy, remember the Packers are sometimes content to let a high-priced free agent walk. It's a long shot, but if he's allowed to test free agency someone will make an offer.

Speaking of Green Bay and going nuts, they could also make a move by signing Green Bay QB Matt Flynn as a backup quarterback with a potential eye towards more. Yes, they have a lot of money riding on Fitzpatrick, but they'll cut him and eat the guaranteed cash if he doesn't get it together quickly next season. They need a better back-up and Flynn is a guy worth looking at.

Miami Dolphins

The Dolphins are another team about to make some serious moves. I wouldn't be shocked if they were players in the Peyton Manning sweepstakes if the Colts decide to go for Andrew Luck. They need to make a positive splash and honestly, Manning still has something left in the tank if he clears medically.

More wide receiver help to pull coverage off of Brandon Marshall is needed as well. There are several teams who might have a solid backup or two who could be more with greater opportunity in Miami. It'd be worth talking to the Packers about WR James Jones, the apparent odd man out in the wide receiving corps behind Greg Jennings, Jordy Nelson and rookie Randall Cobb.

They could also try to sign impending free agents Andre Caldwell or Eddie Royal. Royal has been supplanted by Demaryius Thomas but could flourish again with more time while remaining an asset in the return game. Caldwell is easily replaceable in Cincinnati, but has shown some skills in his time as a Bengal.

AFC North: Ravens, Steelers, Bengals, Browns

This, as always, is a brutal division to play in. I don't think any division feasts on its own the way the AFC North does.

The Steelers and Ravens continue to be the best, but the Bengals surprised us by making a run. The Browns surprised us by being much, much worse than expected.

Let's start there.

Cleveland Browns

The Browns need help all over the offense, but most notably the wide receivers. Yes, Colt McCoy has his flaws, but I think nearly anyone would struggle with that group of mediocre talent catching the ball.

They need receivers and they need them yesterday. If it looks like the Colts might be rebuilding wholesale, it would absolutely be worth inquiring about the availability of a player like Reggie Wayne. Wayne still has some productive years left, but might not be able to hang on long enough for the next great Indy quarterback to develop. It might be more worth the Colts' time to trade him for some picks and Cleveland could really use his play-making skills, slightly eroded as they might be.

Pittsburgh Steelers

The Steelers need offensive line help, as they have for some time now. As I mentioned before in the Jets' section, it can be tough to trade for a guy, so it's off to free agency.

The Saints OG Carl Nicks will be available, and the Steelers could use an upgrade at guard as Doug Legursky hasn't been fantastic and might be better as a reserve. Another option would be Ravens free agent OG Ben Grubbs. Grubbs was hobbled by injury over parts of this season but played well when he was able to get on the field.

Baltimore Ravens

The Ravens don't really need all that much, it appears. A decent back-up quarterback would be a plus since Tyrod Taylor scares me as a long-term option if Joe Flacco goes down. Aside from depth at quarterback and running back, the priority should be signing their own free agents.

An intriguing back-up option for quarterback could be odd-man-out Jason Campbell. While it's not a sure thing that Carson Palmer stays a starter for Oakland, one has to assume that Campbell won't stick around to find out unless they pay him. he's a serviceable starter and in my opinion a very good back-up. A gig with a team who has a realistic shot at the playoffs and a Super Bowl might be attractive at this point in Campbell's career.

Another alternative would be to find someone with no real expectation of starting, perhaps Matt Hasselbeck if the Titans decide to role with Jake Locker or AJ Feeley from the Rams.

Both are serviceable in a pinch and aren't a threat to your starter's ego.

Cincinnati Bengals

They've likely found their franchise quarterback (I'm as shocked as anyone) and they most certainly have their franchise wide receiver in AJ Green. The defense has come into its own as well.

That leaves the run game in my opinion. They seem disinclined to pay Cedric Benson big bucks and while they could see what falls in the draft, it would be worth looking to trade for or sign a running back.

Peyton Hillis is persona non grata in Cleveland now, but that doesn't make him less talented. He has hurt his price for sure, so he might even be a reasonable cost. Another free agent possibility is Oakland's Michael Bush, though there is a strong chance the Raiders franchise him. If not, he should be on the top of Cincy's to-do list.

AFC South: Colts, Texans, Jaguars, Titans

Two of the teams here are in desperate need of wide receivers. Another is potentially embarking upon a massive rebuild. The last one is going to the playoffs with a fifth-round rookie under center and if I am being completely honest, could use more wide receivers as well.

Yeah there might be some work to do here.

Indianapolis Colts

If I were the Colts, I wouldn't be looking at signing free agents or trading for players.

I'd be looking to acquire draft picks.

If they chase free agents or trade for a stud player, they'll likely end up paying a lot of money and that just puts them right here again. The colts are in trouble because they paid a few players a lot of money and let the rest of the team go to hell.

So I would think about moving Joseph Addai. I would consider letting Reggie Wayne go or signing and then trading him. I would look hard at the undersized and aging defense and see who I could get.

If I had a gun put to my head and had to name one thing the Colts should do in free agency or with a trade it's acquire a quarterback. Even if they decide to roll with Peyton Manning (and he's healthy), they need a back-up. This season proved that if nothing else. Matt Flynn would be my first preference, with the Patriots' Brian Hoyer close behind.

Maybe they draft Andrew Luck or Matt Barkley or Robert Griffin III and maybe they trade out for picks and personnel. Whatever they do, they have to do it with solid depth at quarterback.

Jacksonville Jaguars

Jacksonville is apparently committed to Blaine Gabbert and I think it's too early to write him off, so I don't believe that to be insane. The Jags need two things beyond an answer at quarterback.

They need wide receivers who can catch and offensive linemen who can block.

I like Mike Thomas, but he's a slot guy trapped in a primary receiver's jersey. Get him some help please and not some retread like Torry Holt was or some never-was like Jason Hill. They need a bona-fide number one.

The Colts won't likely trade Reggie Wayne to a division rival, but perhaps Vincent Jackson could be a good fit. Jackson won't be franchised again and is having a streaky season in San Diego, so he might not see the offers he would have this season had he been free.

He would certainly take the heat off Thomas and even Maurice Jones-Drew. I don't know that Gabbert will be able to really use him, but it's the best chance this Jags team might have to improve their receivers this offseason.

Tennessee Titans

Even if Kenny Britt comes back from his season-ending injury at 100 percent and can stay out of trouble with the law, the Titans could use some more weapons for quarterback of the future Jake Locker. Yes, Nate Washington has his moments and I am a big Damian Williams fan, but like Jacksonville, this is a team who should be hot after Vincent Jackson.

If Britt isn't back to 100 percent or continues to have off-the-field issues, Jackson would step right in as a No. 1 option for the quarterback. In fact, I'd argue he might move Britt aside anyway.

If they lose out on that sweepstakes, they could set their sights on a player like DeSean Jackson, who is unlikely to return to Philadelphia, in my opinion. Mind you, they already have a headcase in Britt, so Jackson might be trouble they don't need.

Houston Texans

Ultimately, this is a team with a solid foundation and isn't lacking a ton. I don't even think that they need a back-up quarterback after having seen TJ Yates play.

What they could use is some help at the wide receiver position. Andre Johnson has been hurt all season and really beyond him, there isn't much. Kevin Walter, Jacoby Jones and Bryant Johnson are serviceable, but not spectacular.

Unlike the Jags or Titans, this isn't a team that needs a No. 1 receiver or even insurance for one. So acquiring a very good No. 2 would be the aim, someone like an Andre Caldwell or perhaps a player like Mario Manningham, who might have worn out his welcome with the Giants and been replaced by Victor Cruz.

The Texans need little pieces—and less big injuries—not wholesale change.

AFC West: Broncos, Chargers, Chiefs, Raiders

Is this division good or bad. I can't tell.

I've never seen a group of teams in flux as often as these are, especially in the middle of a season.

What is clear is almost every team has some very specific needs that have to be addressed this off-season.

Denver Broncos

The Broncos are busy defying convention offensively, so it's a little hard to know which way they will turn next. I do know that while cornerback is a big need, they will address it early in the draft and have Champ Bailey act as a mentor. I also know they will not be seeking a new quarterback, though a back-up is critical.

I mean, after Tim Tebow is Brady Quinn. No good can come of that.

Believe it or not, the thing I have heard most from my Denver contacts (especially fellow Footballguy and 102.3 The Ticket Radio Host Cecil Lammey) is that the team could look into signing former Bronco and Josh McDaniels reject Peyton Hillis. As I said before, Hillis is done in Cleveland and there are a few front office executives who have been completely turned off by the way he has approached his contract concerns.

The Broncos might be able to get him for a reasonable price. It would give Head Coach John Fox the one-two punch he loves so much and which Knowshon Moreno doesn't have the constitution to do. It would also make the fanbase happy, as many of the Bronco faithful have been angry Hillis left in the first place.

It's certainly not a done deal, but it sounds like it is very possible.

Kansas City Chiefs

The Chiefs need everything. When they hired GM Scott Pioli, he came in with a resume filled with shrewd moves he made with the New England Patriots.

We're still waiting for that magic to replicate in Kansas City.

The Chiefs have a tremendous running back in Jamaal Charles, a solid group of receivers and an overpaid quarterback. It's entirely possible that they have current fill-in Kyle Orton under center Week 1 in 2012. Scary!

Really, they need a quarterback, but unless they can convince someone to trade their starter, there isn't much to do but draft one. I keep bringing up Matt Flynn as an option, but why pay an unproven back-up big money again? Isn't that how we got Matt Cassel?

Like the Colts, I would look to trade for some picks. I would toy with the idea of making a run at one of the offensive linemen I've mentioned before—your Carl Nickses and Kareem Mckenzies.

Again though, this is a team with many, many holes. They need to start building more wisely through the draft. If I were Scott Pioli, I'd start stockpiling picks like they do in his old stomping grounds.

San Diego Chargers

The Chargers don't seem to be able to get that offensive line working, huh? I feel like every summer when I break down fantasy football players, I have to caution people that while they have playmakers, the Chargers lack the ability to protect them on a consistent basis.

I would absolutely spend every dime on the offensive line, then take out a loan and get more linemen.

There are some other needs, such as the middle of the defense. However I think the defense—while far from perfect—is solid enough to where if the offense could open more holes for Ryan Mathews and Mike Tolbert and keep Philip Rivers upright for longer stretches, could hold onto a lead.

So any linemen I've mentioned, the Chargers should go after. All of them—break the bank.

Oakland Raiders

The Raiders are a curious bunch. They have the pieces to be good but can't seem to get everyone on the field at the same time.

Their biggest priority might be holding onto Michael Bush. With Darren McFadden once again unavailable due to injury, this team needs to make sure they have a solid back-up.

They will have an impossible time trading next offseason, as they have virtually no picks left—a pretty dangerous game to play in my opinion and perhaps a bit shortsighted.

If the Raiders are going to make any type of move, it will have to be in free agency. More than anything though, this team needs to stay healthy and make sure if they can't, that they have depth across the board.

NFC East: Giants, Redskins, Cowboys, Eagles

My prescription for most of this division is easy: lay off the free agents and big trades.

I mean, the Redskins, Eagles and Cowboys are free spenders every year and what does it get them?

Not much.

So this year I say, stay at home, keep your wallet mostly closed.

Though, there are a few suggestions, if you'd like to hear them.

Philadelphia Eagles

After grabbing every high-profile free agent they could and trading for some more talent, the Eagles promptly played horribly and discovered that you can have all the big names you want, but if your line can't protect your quarterback and your defense is soft in the middle and schemed badly, you aren't winning anything.

The Eagles need to take a long, hard look at what hasn't worked and fix it. I'd start at the middle of the defense, and a guy like Vikings ILB EJ Henderson might be reasonably priced as his pass defense has fallen off. he's a great run stuffer and that's what the Eagles need him for.

Dallas Cowboys

The Cowboys are another team who don't have a ton of need, but really have to stay healthy more than anything else. Adding some depth along the offensive line is important, and upgrading here and there is worth the effort.

If there is one need above the rest, it's the secondary. The shame of it is, a team with a surplus of secondary options is within their division, but what are the chances the Eagles would trade with the Cowboys?

Giants CB Terrell Thomas is a free agent and would be worth a look though the hesitation might be he is coming off a torn ACL which cost him the 2011 season. On the other hand, it might make him inexpensive.

Another potential corner coming off a torn ACL is the Jaguars' Rashean Mathis. Mathis wants to be a Jaguar and they should want him, but we all know how persuasive Jerry Jones can be. Despite his age (32 next year), Mathis has been a very good corner and would help shore up the Dallas secondary.

Washington Redskins

Like the Eagles, I think the Redskins should avoid the free agency market and start regrouping. I don't think this team is quite as awful as their second-half collapse has made them look. There are some significant holes though.

The Redskins continue to have no real answer at quarterback, despite what john Beck thinks. There are a few potential free agent options, but Kyle Orton, Jason Campbell (again?) and their ilk aren't a step up.

If there is one place the Redskins could go nuts, it'd be if Peyton Manning ends up on the block. While he doesn't have decades left in the tank and his neck will forever be a concern during whatever years he has left, he'd be an upgrade over Beck/Grossman even on his worst day.

If they want to take a half step, there's always Green Bay's Matt Flynn, though I am not sold on him being developed by Kyle Shanahan. Perhaps he'd have better luck with someone he could mold in his own way than a long-time veteran.

New York Giants

The Giants were undone mostly by injury this year and as is the case with several teams, really need to focus on their own free agents and get the team healthy.

That said, seeing if they can bring former Giant and current Eagles wide receiver Steve Smith back into the fold would be a huge step up. Yes, Victor Cruz has played very well, but Smith had incredibly reliable hands and was someone Eli Manning could count on in a pinch. He also drew attention away from Hakeem Nicks, something which hasn't happened as often this year.

Mario Manningham and Ramses Barden haven't stepped up the way the team hoped and Smith would help make this wide receiver corps much more stable.

NFC North: Packers, Lions, Bears, Vikings

Oh my.

The NFC North has been a pretty tumultuous division the last few years with several teams moving up and down in ability from season to season.

That is, except for Green Bay. Packers GM Ted Thompson has done an admirable job building a "next man up" option for the Packers. This is very important as once again, the team has been bitten by the injury bug.

Green Bay has designed a blueprint for building a team that a lot of NFL franchises should be emulating.

Green Bay Packers

Part of Green Bay's philosophy is to build through the draft, not free agency, so don't expect big moves here. Re-signing Matt Flynn and Jermichael Finley are priorities, but not life or death ones. The Packers are usually content letting expensive free agents walk, though if I had to bet I think they try very hard to keep Finley.

If they go and get anyone outside "The Compound" they could look at Arizona DE Calais Campbell. His rookie contract is up and his agent has made some noise about leaving. He's a 3-4 defensive end and the Packers need help there.

Again though, the Packers will build from within and via the draft so the chances of them spending lavishly on any free agent or trading for any big names are low.

Detroit Lions

Aside from drafting players with a penchant for stomping on people, the Lions are always on the lookout for help in the secondary. 

As long as they are in a conference with Aaron Rodgers and Drew Brees, they have to improve their pass defense.

The Eagles could part with Asante Samuel or Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie, perhaps for the price of a middle defensive lineman or linebacker.

They should absolutely look into signing a free agent like  Cortland Finnegan or Terrell Thomas, or possibly go in hard on Tracey Porter to pry him from the Saints.

Chicago Bears

Stop me if you've heard this one before: the Bears need to fix the offensive line. Done.

I know it's almost lazy to say it, but  aside from re-signing RB Matt Forte (to a long-term contract if they have half a brain) or getting younger defensively, the Bears need line help. How much different would this year have been if Jay Cutler hadn't been on his back all year.

They need to go after smart free agents like Carl Nicks or Chargers C Nick Hardwick. Signing either guy would allow them to move G/C Roberto Garza to either position permanently and help solidify the line.

Going after veterans like the above players, rather than just shoot for youth in the draft will help because of how difficult it is to block in  Mike Martz's scheme. In this case, the more veterans the better, and then the Bears can draft youth who will learn behind the vets without the pressure to step in immediately.

Minnesota Vikings

Ah, the Vikings. What happened to this team? It got old, quick.

There are a ton of ways to go, but they need some better receivers beyond Percy Harvin for young quarterback Christian Ponder to throw to. This is another team I think should talk to the Colts about Reggie Wayne or look to add Vincent Jackson.

They wouldn't go wrong adding a better back-up for Adrian Peterson than Toby Gerhart has been. It may be too expensive to grab a guy like Michael Bush, but seeing if New England might part with one of their 50 running backs, or perhaps talking to the Denver Broncos about Knowshon Moreno (who isn't a lead back but would be a solid change-of-pace guy) would be the way to go.

One thing they have to do? Never sign an over-the-hill quarterback ever again. Seriously.

NFC South: Falcons, Saints, Buccaneers, Panthers

Two teams rebuilding and two teams trying to keep above the bar set pretty high in the last few years.

The most surprising thing about this group is the difference rookie quarterback Cam Newton has made for the Panthers. Not long ago, wide receiver Steve Smith was asking to be traded and they were a power run team that might have to draft another quarterback because many pundits weren't sold on Newton.

They didn't win enough, but they definitely showed that there is a good foundation to build on and Newton is a big piece of that.

Carolina Panthers

As it stands, the Panthers' biggest issue is defense. The defense can't stop the run. It can't stop the pass. It can't stop much of anything.

There are tons of potentially high-priced free agents they could target—Mario Williams, Cliff Avril and Stephen Tulloch are all guys who could be had with enough cash. However, throwing money at someone didn't work out in the case of DeAngelo Williams and I wouldn't recommend it here either.

Aside from going often and early in the draft on defense, it makes sense for the Panthers to approach slightly less expensive free agents like London Fletcher (though the Redskins will try hard to keep him happy) or the Titans' Barrett Ruud, who is being replaced after being hurt again this season.

Atlanta Falcons

The Falcons went a long way towards being consistent competition for the Saints, but are still a few steps short. I would focus on rebuilding the offensive line as some of their players left and guys like Sam Baker just aren't cutting the mustard anymore. With so many offensive weapons, it's silly not to have a solid offensive line.

They have a great center but need some help at the tackles. While Will Svitek has played well (supplanting Baker at left tackle) I wonder if picking up a RT like Kareem McKenzie might allow Tyson Clabo to kick to the left side. I feel much better about the long-term viability of Clabo (if he can make the transition) than I do Svitek, even though the latter has played well.

New Orleans Saints

The Saints keep adding various weapons to their arsenal and really don't have a ton of holes, especially on offense. They have almost zero depth in the secondary and while the safeties are ok, the corners could be improved upon.

As I have mentioned several times, contacting the Eagles about their extra corners is a wise idea. If that doesn't work out, the usual suspects: Cortland Finnegan, Brent Grimes or re-signing Tracy Porter, would be the move.

By the way—they might want to retain the services of Drew Brees, Carl Nicks and Marques Colston.

Tampa Bay Buccaneers

The Bucs didn't just fall from grace—they fell off a cliff, caught fire on the way down and shattered on impact. It's hard to pinpoint exactly why things went wrong. We know Mike Williams and Josh Freeman regressed, but replacing them isn't on the agenda.

We also know that while they have a solid group of young defensive ends, their tackles leave something to be desired. If they could poach Saints DT Aubrayo Franklin, that would be a huge coup. If that is too hard to do, they could head down the road to Miami and talk to Dolphin free agent DT Paul Soliai. The Phins wouldn't renegotiate a contract before the season and it could be that Soliai will be able to take his run-stuffing talents to Tampa.

NFC West: Rams, Seahawks, Cardinals, 49ers

What a mess of a division. At least you have two respectable teams which is two more than last year. Yet, there is still plenty of work to do for both the Niners and Seahawks, though not nearly as much as for the Rams and Cardinals.

St Louis Rams

The Rams are really hard to figure out. On the one hand, I don't think they're nearly as bad as they look right now. On the other hand, they aren't good.

If you want Sam Bradford to excel, getting some wide receivers is critical. So retaining Brandon Lloyd is pretty critical. Pair him up with any number of potential free agents: Vincent Jackson or Reggie Wayne if you are looking at Lloyd as a No. 2, or Wes Welker (good luck there) if you are thinking of him as a primary receiver. I'd really like to see Welker as a Ram as he would be a huge asset for this offense and for Bradford—a reliable pair of hands across the middle and someone you know won't be afraid to go for the tough catch.

Seattle Seahawks

I'd say this is another potential landing spot for Peyton Manning if I didn't think Carroll would be aiming to get a quarterback in this upcoming draft, though if they make the playoffs they may miss out.

They swung and missed on Sidney Rice this last year and beyond Rice is a lot of mediocrity. Still after big money on Rice, I don't know I see them going after Wayne or Jackson. And I know that headcase DeSean Jackson would be an odd fit in this locker room.

Maybe the best thing is to focus on landing offensive line help. While the apex of that group is Carl nicks and Ben Grubbs, I wonder if Carroll might be intrigued on acquiring Falcons LT Sam Baker. Baker hasn't been playing well in Atlanta, but maybe Carroll can motivate his former lineman. It could be worth a phone call.

Arizona Cardinals

Like the Seahawks, I think the Cards need to focus first and foremost on the offensive line. Again, names like Grubbs and Nicks come to mind, as well as C Nick Hardwick or even Jeff Saturday if the Colts don't keep him.

Their defense also needs help. If they can't retain Calais Campbell, trying to bring in a guy like Cory Redding could be critical but just as expensive. If they can keep Campbell and add a guy like Dallas' Anthony Spencer or Minnesota's EJ Henderson, it would be much better.

Call me crazy (I'm used to it) but going after Michael Bush would be a good idea. Yes, they have Chris "Beanie" Wells, but let's face it—he just can't stay healthy. Bush is an ultra-tough back who can get the tough yards. Peyton Hillis is an option too if they weren't too turned off by his attitude this season.

San Francisco 49ers

I was really concerned that losing some key pieces of the offensive line would hurt this team, but it turns out those fears were unfounded.

Could they add a quarterback like Tampa Bay's Josh Johnson, who Head Coach Jim Harbaugh coached in San Diego? Or does the existence of Colin Kaepernick kill that idea? Do they look to look to improve the wide receivers with the addition of a Reggie Wayne or Vincent Jackson to pair with Michael Crabtree?

I'd like to start more basic and pick up a veteran center. Things have been OK along the offensive line but you can never have too many players at that spot, plus a better center is a necessity in my opinion. You can "get along" just fine, but when you can upgrade, you should. I think both Hardwick and Saturday would be players to look at.

Defensively, a good, young corner would be a plus. Going after Lardarius Webb, Tracy Porter 
or the Kansas City Chiefs' Brandon Carr would help this secondary be even more effective against the high-octane quarterbacks in the NFC. In fact, if they want to win the Super Bowl, I think it's a necessity.