If the Miami Dolphins' signing of free-agent defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh is a formality, someone forgot to tell the Oakland Raiders, who could have their own lure.
NFL.com is reporting that Suh will visit the Raiders next week, according to a source with knowledge of Oakland's plans.
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The Raiders will reportedly have more than $57 million in cap space, and play a 4-3 defense that would allow Suh to play the spot with which he's most comfortable.
The Sun-Sentinel reported Wednesday that teams believed the Dolphins were going to sign him. The weather and the absence of state taxes were supposed to be key reasons.
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The Raiders also might be able to offer Suh at least better weather. The team has joined forces with the San Diego Chargers to explore a joint move to Los Angeles as co-tenants of a new stadium. Suh could become the newest Hollywood star athlete, which also could be a financial incentive.
The Raiders' interest could weaken an already suspect pitch from the Indianapolis Colts. The Indianapolis Star reported Thursday that the Colts have reservations about Suh because of their 3-4 defense.
"After spending his entire NFL career in a 4-3 defense, playing the classic 'three-technique' defensive tackle position, joining a team like the Colts would entail a significant change in style for Suh. It's so significant that it's enough to give the Colts reason for pause," the Star reported.
In a 4-3, Suh has the ability to shoot through gaps between the center and guard to either stop the run or rush the passer. In a 3-4, Suh would be required to line up over the center, which limits his ability to go after the quarterback.
Playing nose tackle in a 3-4 is about clogging up the line of scrimmage to allow other players to make tackles. Paying Suh the $100 million he wants would not be a finally sound decision for a team that is going to take away his strengths at rushing the passer.
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