General 2008 NFL Offseason Thread

[Jimmy's Dignity]

We all like football, we all like football news. Post stories, signings, deranged theories, etc here


Dolphins cut Trent Green et al (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3241124). Parcells starts cleaning house apparently
QB - Trent Green
QR - Marty Booker
OT - L.J. Shelton
DT - Keith Traylor
OT - Anthony Alabi
DT - Anthony Bryant
OT - Marion Dukes
DT - Marguay Love
OT - Joe Toledo


Kenechi Udeze has some sort of leukemia (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3242404)

Ravens will Franchise Terrell Suggs (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3242054), if they can't sign him long-term

Steelers sticking with natural grass (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3241559)

Panthers cut LB Dan Morgan (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3241317) and LG Mike Wahle..that opens up $6 million in cap space for them

Giants P Jeff Feagles says that he'll come back for a 21st season; K Lawrence Tynes signs a 5 year deal to return (http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/giants/2008/02/report-tynes-signs-new-fiveyea.html)

[askewcore]

K Lawrence Tynes signs a 5 year deal to return[/URL]

Really? Because of one kick in Green Bay? He is still not good. The Giants never have a good kicker. I dont remember anyone decent since Brad Daluiso

[Hoagie]

I'm glad the Steelers are sticking with grass. Who wants a perfect a surface for every game, all the time? It adds a little character to the stadium.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

If the Steelers had gone to a hybrid grass/turf like they have up in Green Bay I'd be fine with it...but grass is always > than turf

and yeah, Tynes got $7 million for 5 years (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3242679)...I'm with you that he's still shitty. I cringed every time the Giants lined up for a fucking extra point


Feagles signed for 2 years (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3242699)

[Stormrider666]

I'm glad the Steelers are sticking with grass. Who wants a perfect a surface for every game, all the time? It adds a little character to the stadium.

Dude there's a difference between having characther to a stadium and that bog that was on the Monday night game. Its all fun and games, until one of your players tears their ACL. Just switch to the hybrid turf. As a Redskins fan, I have a funny feeling I'm in for a dreadful offseason. Take six weeks to hire a coach and we wind up with Jim Zorn. As much they need a true #1 receiver, these Chad Johnsons rumours don't sit well with me. The last thing I want to do, is sit through another draft without a pick until the second day.

[Hoagie]

That Monday Night Game was an exception, not the rule. It was the result of the Rooney's trying to do the right thing and replace the turf for the game but they only had time to lay it on top of the existing turf. It would have been fine had it not rained, or even rained lightly, but it was one of the biggest rainfalls in recent history in Pittsburgh. It's never been that bad before and wasn't that bad after.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

didn't Heinz Field also host 3 high school title games and a U of Pittsburgh game that weekend?

[Stormrider666]

didn't Heinz Field also host 3 high school title games and a U of Pittsburgh game that weekend?

Yeah. I guess its part of the lease agreement because Heinz Field was built by the city. I understand what Hoagie is saying about that MNF game was a one time exception, but when the NFLPA votes that you have the worse field in the league, you should switch over to the hybrid turf.

[maxeypad]

texans need a RB, secondary help(BIG TIME) and OL help...curious to see what the texans do this offseason...get rid of ahman green? ha...what a waste

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Fins release Zach Thomas (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3245927)

[Kid Brock]

Fins release Zach Thomas (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3245927)


Interesting Zach Thomas fact. He has more tackles than any LB currently in the Hall of Fame.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

well I guess that pretty much means he's a lock for the HoF when he retires

That's a bunch of Dolphins that Bill has released already

[Stormrider666]

Parcells releasing Thomas, comes as a suprise. Zach seems like he would be a Parcells kind of player. What's the over/under that Thomas winds up in New England. Also does that mean Jason Taylor could be traded.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

I would actually be kind of surprised...Thomas will be 35 in September, spent all last season on IR from concussions/migranes. New England is already old enough at the linebacker position, they're not good enough to pull off the solid 3-4 without getting exposed repeatedly

I wouldn't be shocked to see Taylor getting traded for a 2nd rounder or something like that...he's still only a year removed from being the NFL Defensive player of the year. He may get shopped around...god Knows the Jets could use a defensive lineman who can get to the QB

[Jimmy's Dignity]

well that didn't take long....

Patriots make offer to Zach Thomas (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3252668)


he's also apparently going to make visits to the Saints & Cowboys...unless of course he signs with the Pats

Report: Patriots make offer to former Dolphins linebacker Thomas

Always looking to turn another team's castoffs into their stars, the New England Patriots offered newly released and longtime Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas a contract Monday, according to a published report.

Thomas made New England the first destination on his offseason tour of free agency stops.

"We had a great visit in New England," Thomas' agent, Drew Rosenhaus, told The Miami Herald in a text message Monday evening. "They offered him a contract and we will continue negotiations."

Next up for Thomas, according to the newspaper, is a stop in New Orleans to visit with the Saints. On Wednesday, Thomas is expected to meet with the Cowboys.

Thomas was released by the Dolphins on Feb. 14 after playing in only five games in 2007. The 34-year-old Thomas missed most of last season because of concussions and migraines and was placed on injured reserve against his wishes in December because of nagging migraines, an aftereffect of an Oct. 21 car crash.

Thomas' age doesn't appear to be an issue for the Patriots. Current New England linebacker Junior Seau is 39 while Tedy Bruschi is three months other than Thomas. Both Seau and Bruschi are free agents.

Thomas, a seven-time Pro Bowl linebacker and one of the most popular and productive players ever to wear a Dolphins uniform, was the 154th player chosen in the 1996 draft out of Texas Tech.

Thomas led the Dolphins in tackles 10 times during his 12-year stay in South Florida and is the franchise's all-time leader in that category by a wide margin. His 168 games is the most by any Miami defensive player.

Thomas was remarkably durable in his first 11 seasons, missing only 13 games, and recorded a career-best 165 tackles in 2006 -- an indication he wasn't exactly slowing down.

Bears cut WR Mushin Muhammad, give DE Alex Brown a 2 year extention (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3252098)

Ravens franchise Terrell Suggs at Linebacker...he'd get more money if he was franchised at DE (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3252676)

Bengals franchise OL Stacy Andrews (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3251662)

Chiefs franchise DE Jared Allen (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3252292)

Chiefs sign Billy Cundiff to a 2 year deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3252250)

[GarlicButterSau]

well that didn't take long....

Patriots make offer to Zach Thomas (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3252668)


he's also apparently going to make visits to the Saints & Cowboys...unless of course he signs with the Pats

The Pats are really turning into the NFL equivalent of the Yankees or The Lakers of a few years back... "sign up all the old guys looking at one more shot to get a ring"

I particularly liked THIS story....

In wake of Giants' success, watch teams stockpile speed rushers
By Pat Yasinskas
ESPN.com

Two weeks ago at University of Phoenix Stadium, the New York Giants made the perfect quarterback look imperfect.

As New England Patriots passer Tom Brady took hit after hit and got sacked five times, 30 other teams were taking notes and thinking about the future. The Super Bowl rings the Giants will get in a few months will be their reminder of victory, but a prolific pass rush might end up being this team's legacy.

The NFL long has been a copycat league, with the 3-4 defense and the zone blitz taking turns as popular trends in recent years. But New York might have shown that the purest and most productive way to fluster a quarterback is the old-fashioned way. Take a speedy defensive end -- or, in the case of the Giants, two or three -- and just turn him or them loose.

It sounds easy enough in theory, but there's a reason the Giants made it work to perfection. They've done a masterful job of stockpiling speedy and athletic defensive ends and getting them on the field, even if they're not all lining up at defensive end. The value of that became obvious in the playoff run and unquestionable in the Super Bowl.

Although a lot of other teams have been content for years to go with one strong pass-rushing defensive end, an ordinary starter on the other side and a couple of mediocre backups, New York has made it a priority to load up on true pass-rushers and not worry much about their ability to stop the run.

In the past five drafts, the Giants have selected six guys who have played defensive end in college. All six of them were prolific pass-rushers in college. Not all have worked out, and not all have stayed at defensive end, but that philosophy still has given New York an uncommon pass rush.

The Giants got 32 sacks in the 2007 regular season from starters Michael Strahan and Osi Umenyiora and backup Justin Tuck, who also plays inside at times. Give plenty of credit to coach Tom Coughlin and general manager Jerry Reese for making the most of this talent, but don't give them all the credit for acquiring it.

Coughlin took over in 2004, and Reese came on board before last season. Former GM Ernie Accorsi and former coach Jim Fassel started collecting defensive ends back in 2003 when they drafted Umenyiora to go with Strahan.

At the time, a lot of teams would have viewed having bookend pass-rushers as a luxury. But the Giants didn't stop there. In Coughlin's first two drafts with New York, the Giants took four more players who were prolific pass rushers in college. They took Isaac Hilton and Reggie Torbor in 2004 and Tuck and Eric Moore in 2005.

Hilton and Moore are no longer with the team, but Tuck's versatility has made him a fixture in the defensive line rotation and Torbor made a smooth transition to linebacker. New York really seemed to go overboard on defensive ends in 2006 when it used its first-round pick on Mathias Kiwanuka.

The Giants played Kiwanuka as a backup defensive end as a rookie before moving him to outside linebacker before the 2007 season. Kiwanuka went down with a season-ending leg injury in November. But New York still had a strong pass rush from Torbor and the defensive ends. It also helped tremendously in the Super Bowl when the interior linemen were collapsing the pocket and making Brady run into Strahan, Tuck and Umenyiora.

Defensive coordinator Steve Spagnuolo was in his first season in that role, and he helped the pass rush get stronger late in the season. It should only continue to get better. Strahan is nearing the end of his career, but the Giants have enough defensive ends and converted defensive ends on their roster to survive that and stay strong up front for years to come. But don't be at all surprised if Coughlin uses another draft pick (or two) on a defensive end this year.

And don't be surprised if a lot of other teams start trying to follow the lead of the Giants. Virginia's Chris Long, Clemson's Phillip Merling, Florida's Derrick Harvey, Ohio State's Vernon Gholston and Southern California's Lawrence Jackson all fit the mold of pass-rushing defensive ends. Long, Gholston and Merling are viewed as likely first-round picks, Jackson and Harvey as guys who could go late in the first round or early in the second round.

But those are early predictions. Starting Wednesday and continuing through Feb. 26 in Indianapolis, the league must go through the scouting combine and individual workouts. That could push five or six defensive ends into the first round as the rest of the league gives more thought to how the Giants won the Super Bowl.

Pat Yasinskas covers the NFL for ESPN.com.

Paper beats Rock, Rock beats Scissors, Giants beat Patriots.

[maxeypad]

i really hope the Texans spend there 18th pick really well....i really want Stewart out of Oregon...but RB's can wait till later rounds....we need CB's badly...or a safety....hopefully we'll resign Will Demps along with Andre Davis......

[Jimmy's Dignity]

49ers release LB Derek Smith (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3253440)

he's only 33, 2 years younger than Zach Taylor and instead of migranes, he only lost playing time due to the fact that the team stunk & Patrick Willis kicked ass

Steelers resign DE Travis Kirschke to 2 year deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3253052)

[Stormrider666]

well that didn't take long....

Patriots make offer to Zach Thomas (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3252668)


he's also apparently going to make visits to the Saints & Cowboys...unless of course he signs with the Pats



Bears cut WR Mushin Muhammad, give DE Alex Brown a 2 year extention (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3252098)

Ravens franchise Terrell Suggs at Linebacker...he'd get more money if he was franchised at DE (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3252676)

Bengals franchise OL Stacy Andrews (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3251662)

Chiefs franchise DE Jared Allen (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3252292)

Chiefs sign Billy Cundiff to a 2 year deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3252250)

I'll wait till the Thomas is holding up the Patriots jersey, before I say I told you so.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Seahawks put franchise tag on CB Marcus Trufant (http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7823128/Report:-Seahawks-place-franchise-tag-on-Trufant)

Colts lock up Dallas Clark to a 6 year deal (http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7821222/Colts-lock-up-Clark-with-6-year-deal)

Vikings release S Dwight Smith (http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7792864/Vikes-release-7-year-veteran-safety-Smith)

Titans franchise DT Albert Haynesworth (http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7803264/Titans-give-Haynesworth-the-franchise-tag)

Raiders put franchise tag on CB Nnamdi Asomugha (http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7820284/Raiders-place-exclusive-franchise-tag-on-CB-Asomugha)

[maxeypad]

damn, they franchised Haynesworth...totally didn't see that one coming....*sarcasm*

[Capt.Caveman]

looks like there may be some quality not bank breaking free agents out there this year

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Jamal Lewis resigns with Cleveland Brownies (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3256971)...terms not fully disclosed, but it looks like it's more than 2 years

[Aizazzle]

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7831916/Sources:-Cowboys-land-LB-Thomas

The Zach Thomas sweepstakes are over.

The seven-time Pro Bowl linebacker, who was released by the Dolphins last week, has agreed to a deal with the Dallas Cowboys. Thomas flew to Indianapolis on Friday to meet with owner Jerry Jones and president Stephen Jones, who were there for the NFL combine.
The move is somewhat shocking in that, at one point, Thomas had considered canceling his meeting with the Cowboys after meeting earlier this week with the Patriots and Saints.

Thomas remains in Indianapolis with his new employers and could take a physical as early as Saturday.

Thomas' family members are lifelong Cowboys fans, and that may have played a part in the decision.

Son of a fucking bitch, out of all the places he could have chosen, the fucker went to the Cowboys. This improves the Cowboys even more, and makes it harder for the rest of the NFC East.

I used to like Thomas, not anymore shitdick. I hope you die in a fiery car crash Zach Thomas..

[Stormrider666]

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7831916/Sources:-Cowboys-land-LB-Thomas



Son of a fucking bitch, out of all the places he could have chosen, the fucker went to the Cowboys. This improves the Cowboys even more, and makes it harder for the rest of the NFC East.

I used to like Thomas, not anymore shitdick. I hope you die in a fiery car crash Zach Thomas..

At least he isn't in New England. Plus to be honest, the Cowboys don't really scare me

[Creampier]

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/7831916/Sources:-Cowboys-land-LB-Thomas



Son of a fucking bitch, out of all the places he could have chosen, the fucker went to the Cowboys. This improves the Cowboys even more, and makes it harder for the rest of the NFC East.

I used to like Thomas, not anymore shitdick. I hope you die in a fiery car crash Zach Thomas..

Zach Thomas is a 33 year old linebacker who's one more concussion away from being a vegetable. And the Cowboys are already pretty stacked LB wise. This is a non-story, with the exception of Jerry Jones giving the guy 3 mil next year and not the league minimum!

[Capt.Caveman]

Bears re-sign Grossman to a 1 year contract. In related news I am currently holding a razor on my wrist!!!!

[maxeypad]

i cant believe Grossman was resigned...

[Jimmy's Dignity]

At least he isn't in New England. Plus to be honest, the Cowboys don't really scare me
me neither...I think/hope that the Romo mystique is broken. Their D wasn't bad, but I'm certainly not scared
Zach Thomas is a 33 year old linebacker who's one more concussion away from being a vegetable. And the Cowboys are already pretty stacked LB wise. This is a non-story, with the exception of Jerry Jones giving the guy 3 mil next year and not the league minimum!actually he actually turns 35 on Sept. 1...let the Cowboys waste their cap-space

Bears re-sign Grossman to a 1 year contract. In related news I am currently holding a razor on my wrist!!!!i cant believe Grossman was resigned...as they said on ESPN..."the never-ending last chance"


at least the Bears did something right...Bears sign TE Desmond Clark to a 2 year extention (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3262495)

former 49ers LB Derek Smith signs w/ Chargers (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3262868)

Lion's DT Shaun Rogers attracting trade interest (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3260377)

Eagles' DT Mike Patterson arrested on Pot posession (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3259798)

[Capt.Caveman]

at least the Bears did something right...Bears sign TE Desmond Clark to a 2 year extention (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3262495)



but why draft a te in the 1st round last year then? olsen showed potential but was underused last season. ui thought they'd give him the reigns this year

[GarlicButterSau]

Just found this, don't know if everyone has seen this already.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlR6ujpB89k

Definitely gets my vote for "Douche Chill" moment of the day.

It's like a Homeless Man's "Superbowl Shuffe"

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Vikings reportedly trade Troy Williamson to the Jaguars for a 6th round pick (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3265157)

[maxeypad]

Just found this, don't know if everyone has seen this already.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hlR6ujpB89k

Definitely gets my vote for "Douche Chill" moment of the day.

It's like a Homeless Man's "Superbowl Shuffe"

lol hahahahaha :haha7:

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Pats cut LB Roosevelt Colvin (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3266049)

Redskins cut WR Brandon Lloyd (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3266057)

Jets cut WR Justin McCareins, CB Andre Dyson, & waive LG Adrien Clarke (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3266088)...Clarke was the starting left guard

CB Fernando Bryant cut by Lions (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3264405)

Strahan mulling retirement again (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3264793)

[Capt.Caveman]

free agent pool getting deeper, and as a bear fan we need all the help we can get, but the redskins will probably sign most of these guys like they do every year

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Browns offer Derek Anderson 3 years, $20 mill, 1/2 of which guaranteed (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3266794)

Mushin Muhammad close to signing with the Panthers (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3266195)

Chiefs cut WR Eddie Kennison (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3266120)

[askewcore]

but why draft a te in the 1st round last year then? olsen showed potential but was underused last season. ui thought they'd give him the reigns this year

Clark is more well rounded. He is a much more solid blocker, now they can use Olsen more as a receiving TE, like he should be. Plus, why let Clark go, he is a solid player. Wasnt Olsen also hurt the first few weeks of this season? I also think they took him so high because they were hoping that getting a huge, athletic target might help awful Grossman.

[maxeypad]

Go Texans! :D

[Hoagie]

Eagles' DT Mike Patterson arrested on Pot posession (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3259798)He probably went out for a Sunday drive with one of Andy Reid's sons.

Strahan mulling retirement again (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3264793)It ain't gonna get any better then last season for him. He probably should end his career on a legendary Super Bowl win and move on.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

agreed...I just hope that if Mike retires, he does it before the draft/peak of Free Agency. I was not very happy w/ how he jerked the team around until right before training camp last year :icon_redf

[Jimmy's Dignity]

CB Ty Law, LB Kendrell Bell, DT James Reed, OT John Welbourn, & TE Jason Dunn all released by Chiefs (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3267558)

David Carr cut from Carolina (and bring back Mush) (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3267399)

Ravens cut RB Mike Anderson (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3267527)

Free Agency starts in earnest on Friday, John Clayton has a decent article (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/columns/story?columnist=clayton_john&id=3267228) about how to succeed

[Sct Ptersns Twn]

Browns offer Derek Anderson 3 years, $20 mill, 1/2 of which guaranteed (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3266794)




I thought Brady Quinn was the new Vinny in Cleveland :icon_roll. Good luck bro.....

[fkornre]

Quinn needs alot of time to develop...ALOT of time...

[Sct Ptersns Twn]

Quinn needs alot of time to develop...ALOT of time...

I remember those developmental years in Pittsburgh, Bubby Brister was very developmental. yech

[Jimmy's Dignity]

they can't really go wrong because of where they got Quinn in the draft last year. They did get him in the first round, but they're not paying him like the #3 pick; they're paying him like the 22nd pick. He's got a very palateable cap #, so that's why they can spend time/money/effort with Anderson suddenly coming out of nowhere.

Come draft day if Minnesota lays out a nice deal I could see them shipping Quinn there, but it'd be a deal totally made on speculation and "I hope his work at ND wasn't a fluke"

[maxeypad]

i still remember watching the draft last season and watching Quinn after Miami passed him up...and he looked like he was in shock....hahahahaha ah that was funny...and they kept pointing the camera at him, sitting alllllll alone while his future teammate was out fishing with his dad....HAHA

[bb1mobile]

No big surprise, the Eagles cut Javon Kearse
this morning.

Given his recurring injuries I didn't think they'd keep him around.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Coughlin gets 4 years, $21 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3268639)...$5.25 million per, behind only Mike Holmgren & Belichick

yup...buh-bye Freak (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3268857)

Lions sign S Dwight Smith to a 2 year deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3267800)


Raiders sign DE/DT Tommy Kelly to 7 year, $50.5 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3269154)

[maxeypad]

Raiders sign DE/DT Tommy Kelly to 7 year, $50.5 million


damn thats a lot of money...i wonder if the raiders will win more than 4 games this season....i kinda feel bad for them.....

[askewcore]

yup...buh-bye Freak (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3268857)


Remember those like two or three years when kearse was the best there was at DE?

[Capt.Caveman]

Clark is more well rounded. He is a much more solid blocker, now they can use Olsen more as a receiving TE, like he should be. Plus, why let Clark go, he is a solid player. Wasnt Olsen also hurt the first few weeks of this season? I also think they took him so high because they were hoping that getting a huge, athletic target might help awful Grossman.

i see your point i just wanna get the playmakers on the field moreand olsen is jeremy shockey with hands

[Jimmy's Dignity]

I wish Shockey would work on catching the ball more with Eli during the off-season. The Giants led the NFL in dropped passes this year :yuck2:


Teddy Bruschi resigns with the Patriots for a multiyear deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3269778)

WR Andre Davis resigns with Texans, 4 year deal; Lions-Saints close to acquiring Vilma from Jets; Isaac Bruce cut (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3269418) and some other news too

Flozell Adams signs long term deal w/ Cowboys, Marion Barber gets highest RFA tender offer (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3269703)

Free agency officially begins in 21 minutes...

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Jets trade Jonathan Vilma to the Saints (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3270701)

Panthers trade DT Kris Jenkins to Jets for a 3rd & 5th round pick (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d806f3f5d&template=without-video&confirm=true)

Lorenzo Neal, S Marlon McCree, & RT Shane Olivea cut by Chargers (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d806efdc9&template=with-video&confirm=true)

Titans cut David Givens, offer contracts to K Rob Bironas, TE Bo Scaife, & RT David Stewart (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d806f0028&template=with-video&confirm=true)

[askewcore]

Saints trade a 2009 conditional 4th round pick for Jonathan Vilma (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3270701)

Good job Jets. Trade your only good defensive player for nothing.

edit: JD, always on his game.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

haha, that I am...it's cause I hate my job!

the conditional 4th is actually not too bad, if Vilma plays well the Jets get a 3rd round pick instead. But the issue is Vilma isn't fit for a 3-4 defense, he's much better in a 4-3 at middle 'backer. But one of the issues with him is that he has the same degenerative knee condition that Curtis had


Rams also cut QB Gus Ferotte (http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d5d806efe65&template=with-video&confirm=true)

[askewcore]

haha, that I am...it's cause I hate my job!

the conditional 4th is actually not too bad, if Vilma plays well the Jets get a 3rd round pick instead.

If he stays healthy he'll make the Pro Bowl.

But the issue is Vilma isn't fit for a 3-4 defense, he's much better in a 4-3 at middle 'backer. But one of the issues with him is that he has the same degenerative knee condition that Curtis had

I really think the great Mangini should have changed his style when he got to New York. That whole team was not fit for a 3-4, but had a lot of talent on defense.

[Stormrider666]

Ah the free agency period in the NFL has begun. Time to see what washed up, over priced player Daniel Synder spends money on.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

funny you should say that...


'Skins re-sign Todd Collins, 3 years $6 millon+ (http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080229/SPORTS/555012537/1001)

Jaguars sign WR Jerry Porter (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3270901), 6 years, $30 million

Vikings sign S Madieu Williams from Cincy (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3270653), 6 years, $33 million. Gibril Wilson just came in his pants that this schlub is going to make $5.5 millon a year

reports...Cowboys to trade Jason Ferguson to Miami (http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/stories/030108dnspocowboyslede.b88ce40.html). They swap 6th rounders this year & get Miami's 6th round pick in '09

[askewcore]

Gibril Wilson just came in his pants that this schlub is going to make $5.5 millon a year

I thought the same thing. He is gone. He'll be a 'Skin next year. Here's to hoping he stays bullet-free down there.

[maxeypad]

Texans resigned Andre Davis...and i'm happy they did...Jerome Mathis could have been special, but hitting his GF was more important apparently....what a loser....

[jagsfans]

funny you should say that...


'Skins re-sign Todd Collins, 3 years $6 millon+ (http://www.washingtontimes.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080229/SPORTS/555012537/1001)

Jaguars sign WR Jerry Porter (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3270901), 6 years, $30 million

Vikings sign S Madieu Williams from Cincy (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3270653), 6 years, $33 million. Gibril Wilson just came in his pants that this schlub is going to make $5.5 millon a year

reports...Cowboys to trade Jason Ferguson to Miami (http://www.dallasnews.com/sharedcontent/dws/spt/stories/030108dnspocowboyslede.b88ce40.html). They swap 6th rounders this year & get Miami's 6th round pick in '09

Oh look, my Jags spent 5 mil a season on an overrated Oakland WR who has been in the league for 8 years... :arrrh:::hammer::hamm:

and 3 mil a season on Miami's backup QB Cleo Lemon. What a load of horseshit!!!

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Bengals trade 3rd & 5th round picks for DT Shaun Rogers; sign Dhani Jones to 3 year deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271113)

Rams K Jeff Wilkins retires (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3270980)

[askewcore]

Oh look, my Jags spent 5 mil a season on an overrated Oakland WR who has been in the league for 8 years...

Who is now easily your best reciever. Porter is a solid player, and he catches the ball, which is really what you guys need. Williamson as a straight speed guy, Williams/Jones/Wilford as the talented, inconsistent big men and Porter as the loud mouth go-to-guy gives you a decent WR corps I think.

I also read that Marcus Stroud was visiting Buffalo and the Jags are looking to deal him

[askewcore]

Bengals trade 3rd & 5th round picks for DT Shaun Rogers; sign Dhani Jones to 3 year deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271113)]

At least he is out of the NFC.

I wonder if Dhani Jones is gonna play his air guitar when he makes a tackle. That was always cute....:icon_roll

sorry bout the double post. i am a dummy.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Dhani's air guitar > Freddie Mitchell's championship belt

[Aizazzle]

ITS OFFICIAL!!!!!

Asante Samuel signs with the Eagles for 6 years. Dave Spaddaro just reported it on philadelphiaeagles.com, terms aren't disclosed yet, but it is official.

[Perch1019]

Saints trade a 2009 conditional 4th round pick for Jonathan Vilma (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3270701)

Good job Jets. Trade your only good defensive player for nothing.

Gonna throw that Jersey into the same one I had to chuck the Abraham one into a couple seasons ago. Its getting to the point where im embarrassed to root for that team. I dont understand how Mangini couldnt develop a system that worked to his style of play.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Link to Asante Samuel signing with the Eagles ("http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271255)

6 year deal, doesn't say how much money. Also essentially guarantees that Lito Sheppard or Sheldon Brown will be in a new position if not on a new team next season

[maxeypad]

ITS OFFICIAL!!!!!

Asante Samuel signs with the Eagles for 6 years. Dave Spaddaro just reported it on philadelphiaeagles.com, terms aren't disclosed yet, but it is official.

damn, the eagles defense just got a lot better

[jagsfans]

Who is now easily your best reciever. Porter is a solid player, and he catches the ball, which is really what you guys need. Williamson as a straight speed guy, Williams/Jones/Wilford as the talented, inconsistent big men and Porter as the loud mouth go-to-guy gives you a decent WR corps I think.

I also read that Marcus Stroud was visiting Buffalo and the Jags are looking to deal him

Oh believe me I know he immediately upgrades our WR corps, but adding anybody helps out the garbage that we call WR's. Dennis Northcutt stepped in off the Browns and contributed. I just think they overpaid for the production Porter has had as of late, but I'm willing to admit that the QB situation really sucked for him the last few years so maybe his production will step back up w/a decent QB throwing to him.

Also w/Cleo Lemon we keep our ever important mandate of always having ONLY black QB's. As we let Quinn Gray go we snap up the best available black QB. GM James "Shak" Harris doesn't like black QB's, he LOOOVVEES them!!!

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Isaac Bruce signs 2 year, $6 million deal with 49ers (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271519)

Jets & Alan Faneca tentatively agree to 4 year deal, $32 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271283)

Moss listening to other offers (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271409)

Giants S Gibril Wilson signs with Oakland, 6 years, $39 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271444)...holy crow. $16 million in guarantees, $19.5 million in the first 3 years!! :icon_eek: :icon_eek: :icon_eek:


Shaun Rogers to Bengals trade hits a snag (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271113)...so he could wind up being shipped to Cleveland in exchange for their 3rd round pick and CB Leigh Bodden


Round-up of more minor moves... (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3270336)

[askewcore]

Gonna throw that Jersey into the same one I had to chuck the Abraham one into a couple seasons ago. Its getting to the point where im embarrassed to root for that team. I dont understand how Mangini couldnt develop a system that worked to his style of play.

To be fair, its not like Vilma was incredibly fast, intelligent, had no character issuses and tackled everything.....oh wait....well, I guess those guys come around all the time. The 3-4 is king. :icon_roll

I'm not a Jets fan and honestly, this kinda annoys me. I actually enjoyed watching him play.

[fkornre]

ITS OFFICIAL!!!!!

Asante Samuel signs with the Eagles for 6 years. Dave Spaddaro just reported it on philadelphiaeagles.com, terms aren't disclosed yet, but it is official.

:(

Link to Asante Samuel signing with the Eagles ("http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271255)

6 year deal, doesn't say how much money. Also essentially guarantees that Lito Sheppard or Sheldon Brown will be in a new position if not on a new team next season
:( :(

[Aizazzle]

Moss listening to other offers (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271409)


If he ends up with the the Cowboys we RIOT!! I really don't know what the problem is with NE, they shouldn't have let Moss go to free agency. He set multiple records along with Brady, and his attitude was not a problem. Then why are they letting the best WR in the league walk away.

Giants S Gibril Wilson signs with Oakland, 6 years, $39 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271444)...holy crow. $16 million in guarantees, $19.5 million in the first 3 years!! :icon_eek: :icon_eek:
Simply put a mistake; Wilson is not the kind of safety Sanders or Polamalu are, so he shouldn't get that kind of money. Wilson cashed in on the Giants winning the Superbowl, and he was overpaid by a wide margin.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

49ers steal Justin Smith from the Bengals (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3271999)...6 years, $45 million

Simply put a mistake; Wilson is not the kind of safety Sanders or Polamalu are, so he shouldn't get that kind of money. Wilson cashed in on the Giants winning the Superbowl, and he was overpaid by a wide margin.
that's a fucking understatement if I've ever read one. Gibril is good and all, but the boy's never gotten to a Pro Bowl. He certainly hasn't earned that money...but god bless him for getting it! I'd love to see him do well out in Oakland

[askewcore]

If he ends up with the the Cowboys we RIOT!! I really don't know what the problem is with NE, they shouldn't have let Moss go to free agency. He set multiple records along with Brady, and his attitude was not a problem.

I dont see how the Coyboys could possibly pay Moss, Romo, T.O., Barber, Roy Williams, Demarcus Ware, Flozell Adams and Witten. They have too many big names/contracts. I heard that rumor too, and for the first time, I'm on the side of Philly fans.

Then why are they letting the best WR in the league walk away.

$$$$$$$

Simply put a mistake; Wilson is not the kind of safety Sanders or Polamalu are, so he shouldn't get that kind of money. Wilson cashed in on the Giants winning the Superbowl, and he was overpaid by a wide margin.

Yeah but he is better than Madieu Williams and the Vikes just threw a lot of money at that scrub. I think that was really what dictated his getting a retarded amount of money. Now with Wilson and Huff out in Oakland, I dont think many people are gonna want to come over the middle on those two big hitters.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Marion Barber is only making something like a million and a half...

He got the high tender offer for an RFA

[askewcore]

Yeah, I didnt know that. I read they resigned him a few days ago, i just assumed it was some big deal. Those other guys are getting serious bank though arent they?

I'm just living in fear of the Cowboys having Owens-Moss and convincing myself it cant happen

[Aizazzle]

I'm just living in fear of the Cowboys having Owens-Moss and convincing myself it cant happen

Pretty much in agreement. I'm having nightmares about this, at this point. Speaking of WR's. Here is more on Javon Walker..

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3272128

At least 10 teams have been in contact with the agent for the wide receiver who was released Friday by the Denver Broncos, including all four NFC East clubs, according to a source.

The 49ers, Bills, Bucs, Panthers, Raiders and Vikings also have reached out to agent Kennard McGuire regarding Walker. No visits had been scheduled as of early Saturday.


From what I have heard, most people are saying Walker's knee is shredded, and he is no where near what he used to be. I'm surprised to see him garnering so much interest. I wouldn't mind having him on the Eagles, as long as he keeps his mouth shut, and the Eagles don't pay him a lot.

[Stormrider666]

I will riot too, if Moss ends up in Dallas and there should be serious investigation into Jerry Jones' finances. Hopefully, Dan Synder will swoop in, and bring him to the Redskins.

[Capt.Caveman]

I will riot too, if Moss ends up in Dallas and there should be serious investigation into Jerry Jones' finances. Hopefully, Dan Synder will swoop in, and bring him to the Redskins.

If they lookinto jones they'll definately have to look in to snyder. he must have half of asia managing his salary cap with all the money he throws at people every year. the beginning of every year the redskins are one of the best teams on paper

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Browns sign WR Donte Stallworth, 7 years, $35 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3272450), 10 of which are guaranteed

John Lynch takes pay cut, stays with Broncos (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3272046)

Jags sign CB Drayton Florence; Vikings sign Bertrand Berrian; Saints resign WR Devery Henderson; Falcons sign FS Erik Coleman; Bills trade for Marcus Stroud (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3272227)

[Ted the Poster]

Now that it's the off season, I hear allegations that Bill Belichek is secretly filming people's golf swings.

[Stormrider666]

Browns sign WR Donte Stallworth, 7 years, $35 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3272450), 10 of which are guaranteed

John Lynch takes pay cut, stays with Broncos (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3272046)

Jags sign CB Drayton Florence; Vikings sign Bertrand Berrian; Saints resign WR Devery Henderson; Falcons sign FS Erik Coleman; Bills trade for Marcus Stroud (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3272227)

Well the Patriots are one player away from losing their wide receiver core. As long as Moss doesn't go to the Cowboys, I couldn't be happier.

[Steam]

As long as the Patriots have Brady, they'll be fine.

They got by pretty well back in 2006 with Reche Caldwell being their number one guy.

[Stormrider666]

As long as the Patriots have Brady, they'll be fine.

They got by pretty well back in 2006 with Reche Caldwell being their number one guy.

I said that all last season. But all you heard from people on ESPN sucking the Patriots cock was, "Oh well now that Tom Brady finally has wide receivers, look what he has accompolished". I guess they forget one of their past receivers, was a Super Bowl MVP.

[Steam]

I said that all last season. But all you heard from people on ESPN sucking the Patriots cock was, "Oh well now that Tom Brady finally has wide receivers, look what he has accompolished". I guess they forget one of their past receivers, was a Super Bowl MVP.

Yeah, but what did those guys accomplish once they left the system and Brady? A whole hell of a lot of nothing.

If they keep Moss, Washington, and are able to keep Welker in the slot they will be just as dangerous next year.

[BCH]

Thanks for all the legwork Andrew.

I'm lazy.

[Stormrider666]

Yeah, but what did those guys accomplish once they left the system and Brady? A whole hell of a lot of nothing.

If they keep Moss, Washington, and are able to keep Welker in the slot they will be just as dangerous next year.

That's true. The only problem was that Patriots didn't want to pay Deion Branch and they wound up trading him to the Seahawks. I'm not saying that Deion Branch is Randy Moss, but the way the cocksuckers on ESPN were making sound it, was that Patriots organization wasn't responsibile in the fact, that they didn't have any receivers. I could see the same thing happening with Moss.

[askewcore]

Jets finally do something good. Ink Alan Faneca for 5 years, $40 million. (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3272497)

He is now the highest paid O-Lineman in the league.

[Hoagie]

Jets finally do something good. Ink Alan Faneca for 5 years, $40 million. (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3272497)

He is now the highest paid O-Lineman in the league.Good riddance. Jets fans, enjoy your new highest paid matador in the league.

[jagsfans]

Jags sign CB Drayton Florence; Vikings sign Bertrand Berrian; Saints resign WR Devery Henderson; Falcons sign FS Erik Coleman; Bills trade for Marcus Stroud (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3272227)

Fairly happy about this signing. A solid CB to move into that nickel postion for those games against the Colts and deal a salary cap nightmare w/Stroud. Major concerns on if Stroud was gonna be able to bounce back from that ankle injury, but as a Dawgs fan I'm sad to see him go and I hope he does well in Buffalo.

[Garyisajoke]

I've been a Miami fan for nearly 20 years, but I don't know what they're doing. They've gotten rid of the best and hardest-working players in the past ten years (Zach Thomas, Jason Taylor were dropped recently; Chris Chambers was traded mid-season; Randy McMichael was released last off-season.)

Then we put a lot of money into mediocre players. We pick up Josh McCown. There are rumors that we'll trade our first pick to Dallas for Marion Barber, even though our RB Ronnie Brown led the league in all-purpose yards before his injury. We couldn't land a BIG name for the team, just a bunch of Parcells disciples.

I understand that we were 1-15 and the team needed to be shaken up, but it doesn't seem like we have a solid plan. I'm running out of players that I actually know and want to root for - it's basically Ronnie Brown and Ted Ginn, Jr. Miami sucks.

Fuck the Jets and Pats, by the way.

[askewcore]

I've been a Miami fan for nearly 20 years, but I don't know what they're doing. They've gotten rid of the best and hardest-working players in the past ten years (Zach Thomas, Jason Taylor were dropped recently; Chris Chambers was traded mid-season; Randy McMichael was released last off-season.)

Zach was a great player but the way Parcells sees it he is older now and injury prone, he was also gonna make alot of money. I think they let Taylor loose because he was so tight with Thomas he would have just polarized the locker room, like Tiki did to Coughlin when Fassel (who the players loved) left, I also heard they were in love with Chris Long, so maybe they'll take him #1. The Chambers thing I dont get, and McMichael is a bum who cant block, so dont e upset about him.

Then we put a lot of money into mediocre players. We pick up Josh McCown.

At least you got a professional QB. Yeah he is meiocre but he is not Cleo Lemon or John Beck (who I like)

There are rumors that we'll trade our first pick to Dallas for Marion Barber, even though our RB Ronnie Brown led the league in all-purpose yards before his injury.

That will never happen because
1.Like you said, Ronnie Brown is your only good player and is damn good.
2. Why would they trad for Barber, when if they felt they needed a new RB for some sillly reason they could take McFadden.
3. Jerry Jones is an Arkansas alumni and has a hard-on for McFdadden so he is gonna circulate all kinds of bullshit.

We couldn't land a BIG name for the team, just a bunch of Parcells disciples.

A 1-15 with a rookie head coach and tight purse strings isnt a very attractive fit to most people.

I understand that we were 1-15 and the team needed to be shaken up, but it doesn't seem like we have a solid plan. I'm running out of players that I actually know and want to root for - it's basically Ronnie Brown and Ted Ginn, Jr.

You gotta at least see what they do in the draft. Its the first day of free agency, you shouldnt worry about anything yet. Parcells will build a winning team, he always does. Cant be worse than last year.

Miami sucks.
Fuck the Jets and Pats, by the way.

QFT

[Jimmy's Dignity]

For those of you wondering about the whole Jason Taylor thing...Dolphins & Taylor "agree to part ways" between now and the Draft (http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?slug=jc-taylor030108&prov=yhoo&type=lgns)

Parcells loves getting his type of players, but this offseason he's also trying to get Miami younger.

It's going to be an interesting March...Favre's gotta make up his mind, Strahan's gotta make up his mind, Moss is going to sign somewhere...

[Sct Ptersns Twn]

Good riddance. Jets fans, enjoy your new highest paid matador in the league.

I think I remember another douchebag over the top Steeler signing with the Jets a while back.......hmmmmmmmm What did that get ya? :haha7:

http://www.angelfire.com/tn/TitansFootball/images/NEIL.gif

[Jimmy's Dignity]

According to Bill Parcells, Yahoo Sports is a bunch of dirty liars (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3273442&campaign=rss&source=ESPNHeadlines) and that Jason Taylor is still going to be a Dolphin

[maxeypad]

hey cowboy fans, is Jacques Reeves good? i sure hope so...without Dunta Robinson in the secondary and Von Hutchins leaving for atlanta....we need HELP!

[askewcore]

hey cowboy fans, is Jacques Reeves good? i sure hope so...without Dunta Robinson in the secondary and Von Hutchins leaving for atlanta....we need HELP!

Where did Robinson go?

[Kid Brock]

Where did Robinson go?

He is recovering from a bad knee injury he had and will miss some weeks to begin the season.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Titans sign TE Alge Crumpler (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3274091), 2 year deal

Falcons sign RB Michael Turner (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3273710); 6 years, $34.5 million, ~$15 million is guaranteed...that essentially dooms Warrick Dunn

in some interesting claptrap rumor mongering, Randy Moss & Daunte Culpepper "contemplating" reuniting with a new team (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3273447).
Probably absolutely nothing to it, cause Moss is still talking with the Patriots...eventhough they're miles apart on the contract, he's started listening to "other offers"

Randall Gay leaves Pats, signs with Saints (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3273625), 4 year deal, about $17.6 million...Aaron Stecker re-signs with them, and Bobby McCray leaves Jags for the Saints as well

[Garyisajoke]

people are leaving the Pats. even Moss isn't a lock to come back. GOOD. Fucking cheater cunts.

[Aizazzle]

Titans sign TE Alge Crumpler (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3274091), 2 year deal


Good move by the Titans, getting a good TE to help your struggling QB. I think this is one of those under the radar moves, which is going to pay big time for a team.

Randall Gay leaves Pats, signs with Saints, 4 year deal, about $17.6 million

I think we are looking at the end of the Patriots dominance era. They cannot possibly recover from all the hits they are taking. If Moss ends up leaving, that's going to be the nail in the coffin of the Patriots dynasty.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Jets trade Dewayne Robertson to the Bengals in exchange for Cincy's 4th & 5th round picks (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3274297)...contingent upon Robertson agreeing to a new contract.

The Bengals trade for Shaun Rogers fell through; the Lions then traded him to the Browns in exchange for a 3rd rounder and CB Leigh Bodden

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Steelers extend Roethlisberger's contract...8 years, $102 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3274467)

[askewcore]

Steelers extend Roethlisberger's contract...8 years, $102 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3274467)

I guess he can afford a new motorcycle now.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

I guess he can afford a new motorcycle now.

maybe even a helmet this time....

[Jimmy's Dignity]

no surprise after Turner got signed, Warrick Dunn cut by the falcons (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3274708)


Pats & Moss still working towards contract (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3274806)

[askewcore]

Jets sign Calvin Pace for 6 yrs $42 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3275059)

Thats alot of money for a mediocre talent.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

that's pretty much what's been happening for the last while in Free Agency...everyone's getting overpaid. Makes me happy that Reese has kept the Giants out of the mix for most guys


Looks like Moss is about to sign a 3 year, $27 million deal with the Pats (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3274806)

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Bears trade Brian Griese to the Bucs for an undisclosed draft pick (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3275070)...brilliant strategy by the Bears here. Resign a failure and extend the drunkest QB since Kerry "Tom" Collins was still boozin'

http://campussqueeze.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/orton8-1.jpg http://img153.imageshack.us/img153/8996/orton2oq4.jpg http://campussqueeze.com/wp-content/uploads/2007/08/orton8-2.jpg http://www.sportech.info/wp-content/upload/orton0301.jpg http://img229.imageshack.us/img229/3959/ortontitscp1.jpg http://img521.imageshack.us/img521/3028/ortondrunkjl1.jpg

Jets sign RT Damien Woody (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3275142), 5 years, $25.5 million, 11 guaranteed


oh, I didn't see this but the Bears signed Lance Briggs to a 6 year, $36 million deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3272227)

[Capt.Caveman]

Bears trade Brian Griese to the Bucs for an undisclosed draft pick (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3275070)...brilliant strategy by the Bears here. Resign a failure and extend the drunkest QB since Kerry "Tom" Collins was still boozin'


Jets sign RT Damien Woody (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3275142), 5 years, $25.5 million, 11 guaranteed


oh, I didn't see this but the Bears signed Lance Briggs to a 6 year, $36 million deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3272227)

Firstly Greise proved to be the worst of all 3 qb's i 100% agree with getting rid of him. rex isn't a total failure he took the team to the Super Bowl. and Orton just wins. not flashy not a gunslinger he just does enough to win. I don't care how drunk he gets look at fuckin namath that lush. He'll probably be the starter in week 1. a change needs to be made. henne or flacco may be the heir apparent if they get drafted

And On a lighter note. The jets have been fuckin busy huh. where are they finding the money

[Hoagie]

Steelers extend Roethlisberger's contract...8 years, $102 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3274467)I couldn't be more happy with that deal....unless it was for 9 years.

[Perch1019]

And On a lighter note. The jets have been fuckin busy huh. where are they finding the money

Would it really have killed them to give Kendall and extra mil last season? At least we're gonna have the best, highest prices O line in the league. I guess the logic is with a little more time, Chad can throw his flutter pitch further downfield and give the intercepting safety a harder chance at running back the TD.

[weakside]

Good move by the Titans, getting a good TE to help your struggling QB. I think this is one of those under the radar moves, which is going to pay big time for a team.

I agree. Although I don't think he will ever be a good QB having a good TE on the roster is the best way you can build up his confidence.

[Garyisajoke]

Watch out, Patriots - Miami re-signed Safety Yeremiah Bell.

[jagsfans]

Moss resigns for 9 mil a season w/15 mil guaranteed and that was settling for less money. Who was offering more? Philly? GB?

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Perch...I hate to say it, but I don't think Chad's going to beat out Clemmons for the starting QB.

Because one of my friends is a HUGE Jets fan, I truly do hope that you guys get McFadden. Of course knowing the penchants for the Jets drafting, they'll wind up signing Warrick Dunn instead of drafting McFadden

[unklewilly]

All I know is its March 3 and the Raiders are already officially out of the playoffs for 2008. I really need to pick a new team.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Cross the bay, suck some cock and enjoy the other CA team who's going to have a top 5 pick next year!
:action-sm



I've personally never strayed from my Giants, but if my team was the Raiders, I'd be hard pressed. You guys need an offensive line almost as bad as the Vikings need a legit QB.

[Garyisajoke]

All I know is its March 3 and the Raiders are already officially out of the playoffs for 2008. I really need to pick a new team.

I know where you're coming from, being a Dolphins fan - it'd be easy to go and buy a Patriots hat, but that shows a lack of character. Stick with your team, no matter how awful they are. They'll always break your heart, but should they ever get lucky and grab a title, it'll be that much - wait, did you say you're a Raiders fan?

Maybe you should.

[Garyisajoke]

Cross the bay, suck some cock and enjoy the other CA team who's going to have a top 5 pick next year!
:action-sm


San Francisco? If so, they don't a top five pick.

Double post - sue me.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Saints re-sign David Patten to a 2 year deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3275404)


S Sammy Knight signs with Giants, 3 years, $5.15 million (http://www.nydailynews.com/blogs/giants/2008/03/its-official-knight-signs-with.html)

Brett Favre retires (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3276034)

[maxeypad]

farve finally retires....

[boardsofcanada]

so basically all thats happened so far is moss was signed and favre retired

[jagsfans]

so basically all thats happened so far is moss was signed and favre retired

:: Master Po Voice ::

A bit more than that gentlemen.

[Ballbuster1]

The Eagles offered Moss more money but you know he's about getting a ring.
Given the Eagles track record over the last few years he figured his best shot
was still with the Pats. Can't argue with that one.

[askewcore]

Warren Sapp officially retires. Officially. (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3277165)

[Jimmy's Dignity]

he probably should have held off on retiring until the day after Favre hangs em up...

Javon Walker signs with Raiders (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3277219)...6 years, $55 million...16 guaranteed, 27 million in the first 3 years

Patriots sign CB Jason Webster; Bears sign WR Marty Booker; Raiders sign OT Kwame Harris (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3276952)

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Browns lock up Shaun Rodgers to 6 year deal after his trade came through (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3277837)...6 years, $42 million


TJ Duckett signs 5 year deal with the Seahawks (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3277080)

[maxeypad]

w00t Will Demps was resigned by the Texans...i find him better than Glenn Earl, or C.C. Brown....

[Capt.Caveman]

he probably should have held off on retiring until the day after Favre hangs em up...

Javon Walker signs with Raiders (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3277219)...6 years, $55 million...16 guaranteed, 27 million in the first 3 years

Patriots sign CB Jason Webster; Bears sign WR Marty Booker; Raiders sign OT Kwame Harris (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3276952)

booker in 2nd stint with the bears. i can see that he's a pretty goor wr i've always liked him. he'll take mooses place.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Eagles cut Takeo Spikes (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3280236)

Javon Kearse returns to the scene of the crime...rejoins Titans (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3280255)

Boss Bailey joins up with brother Champ in Denver (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3280466)

Ravens sign Special teamer Brendon Ayanbadejo (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3280148)

Unnamed Jets veterans pissed that Tennenbaum was throwing cash everywhere else but at them (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3278105)

[jagsfans]

Dallas RB J.Jones has also signed w/Seattle. Is Shaun Alexander gonna be a June 1st cut?

[Jimmy's Dignity]

I wouldn't be surprised if he was a June 1 cut...they can actually put him in as a "June 1st cut" and he can start his free agency tour immediately (I think)

Julius Jones' contract is a 4 year deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3282689)

LB Landon Johnson leaves Bengals, signs w/ Panthers (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3281385)

DT Chuck Darby signs w/ Lions; WR Brandon Lloyd signs w/ Bears; Saints sign LB Dan Morgan (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3281879)

[maxeypad]

Julius Jones is a nice pickup for Seattle...and it looks as if Shaun will be cut...thats crazy! :haha7:

[Capt.Caveman]

he has a home in chicago if he wants!!!!!!

[Stormrider666]

he has a home in chicago if he wants!!!!!!

As long as the Bears have a strong offensive line that can make holes for Shaun Alexander, then yeah he might be a good fit in Chicago.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Titans sign Colts OL Jake Scott (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3285883); 4 year deal, $20 million per

Jets sign RB Jesse Chatman (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3285826); 1 year deal

NFL & Matt Walsh nearing deal to discuss tapes, etc for Spygate (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3285441)

[fkornre]

NFL & Matt Walsh nearing deal to discuss tapes, etc for Spygate (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3285441)

http://bbs.clubplanet.com/images/smilies/hang.gif

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Lions resign RB Tatum Bell (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3286104)

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Trent Green returns to the St. Louis Rams (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3286763"); 3 years, $8.9 million to back-up Bulger

Warrick Dunn returns to Tampa Bay (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3286936)

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Cardinals and Larry Fitzgerald agree to restructured deal. (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3287855) 4 years, $40 million. He gets a $15 million signing bonus today...the rescheduling saves the Cardinals $8.842 million in cap space

[jagsfans]

Trent Green returns to the St. Louis Rams (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3286763"); 3 years, $8.9 million to back-up Bulger

Warrick Dunn returns to Tampa Bay (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3286936)

Trent Green is going to die on the field. What a fucking lunatic.

[maxeypad]

Trent Green makes me laff

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Giants sign David Carr to a 1 year deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3290086) for $1 million.

[maxeypad]

Giants sign David Carr to a 1 year deal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3290086) for $1 million.

HAHAHAHA i can't believe they actually signed him....Chris Palmer and David Carr reunited...awwww :love:

[Jimmy's Dignity]

heh...I can believe the Giants signed him. Their offensive line is lightyears better than the Texans was when Carr was your QB. Then again, he's just going to be battling to be the backup QB against the Hefty Lefty Jared Lorenzen. Also the Giants are allegedly in talks with LB Danny Clark from Houston

Titans bring back Justin McCairens, Raiders sign WR Drew Carter (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3290227)

[maxeypad]

yeah i think the Giants signed Danny Clark....and very true about the offensive line...Giants have a waaay better one...then again Carr is totally overrated.....he sucked with carolina last year

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Mark Brunell signs 2 year deal w/ Saints, Lions cut Kevin Jones, Giants sign Danny Clark to 2 year deal, Texans sign RB Chris Brown, Ravens sign CB Frank Walker (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3291948)

[maxeypad]

Chris Brown over Ron Dayne....ehhh....yes? i don't know

[Capt.Caveman]

Chris Brown over Ron Dayne....ehhh....yes? i don't know

gotta disagree with you here. i'd much rather have brown. dayne was a good college rb. brown played well at tenn

[maxeypad]

yeah, brown should fit into our running "scheme" better than dayne, and he's younger

[Jimmy's Dignity]

DeAngelo Hall...Oakland Raider (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3295344)

Source: Falcons to trade Hall for Raiders' second-round pick in '08 draft

The Atlanta Falcons have reached an agreement in principle with the Oakland Raiders to trade cornerback DeAngelo Hall for the Raiders' second-round pick in the 2008 draft, pending the Raiders finalizing a contract with Hall, a source close to the Falcons told ESPN's Chris Mortensen.

While a Raiders source said Hall and the team are nearing an agreement on a contract, the source close to Hall said there is "still a lot of work to get it done."

The Raiders source said the deal is expected to pay Hall just below what Asante Samuel signed with the Eagles. Samuel signed a six-year deal worth a reported $57 million, with
$20 million guaranteed.

Hall, a former first-rounder taken with the eighth pick in the 2004 draft, would be paired with Nnamdi Asomugha, giving Oakland one of the top tandems in the game.

The move would also provide insurance if Asomugha were to leave as a free agent following next season. The Raiders placed the exclusive franchise tag on Asomugha, guaranteeing him at least $9.465 million in 2008. They still would like to sign him to a long-term deal.

If the deal goes through, the Raiders would have only one draft pick in the first three rounds. Oakland picks fourth in the opening round and traded its third-round pick last year to New England for a pick used to draft offensive lineman Mario Henderson.

[Stormrider666]

Nice knowing you DeAngelo. Have fun in the misery that is known as the Oakland Raiders. Just try not to cost your team 60 yards in penalties on one play.

[Capt.Caveman]

oakland is throwing a lot of money around it seems

[Aizazzle]

oakland is throwing a lot of money around it seems

Nver works, just ask Snyder and company. Most years the poor fucks go out and spend a shit load of money, and the resuts are they still = FAIL!!

[maxeypad]

who the fuck would want to play for Oakland?! i don't get this.....

[Aizazzle]

who the fuck would want to play for Oakland?! i don't get this.....

This is all that matters

[http://www.bloodhoundrealty.com/BloodhoundBlog/wp-content/uploads/2007/02/Stack%20of%20$100%20bills%20-%20smaller.jpg

[askewcore]

who the fuck would want to play for Oakland?! i don't get this.....

Would you rather be on a losing club in Atlanta, or in Oakland?

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Would you rather be on a losing club in Atlanta, or in Oakland?Tornados touch down in Atlanta...earthquakes in Oakland. I say it's a wash.

although with him teamed up on the other side from Ashomugha or however the fuck you spell that...they've got a pair of damned good corners now

[askewcore]

Then add in Gibril and Mike Huff and they have a very good, very young secondary. Gibril is the only one over 25 I think.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Jets sign TE Bubba Franks (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3297633)...1 year deal, cheap, and he'll be the back-up. Not too bad


Eagles sign DT Dan Klecko...plan to convert to FB (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3298407)

Panthers sign WR D.J. Hackett (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3298035)...2 years, $3.5 million. Looks like he'll be the #2 in Carolina and Mushin Muhammad will be their 3rd

[maxeypad]

Would you rather be on a losing club in Atlanta, or in Oakland?

ugh, i'd rather play in neither...Oakland is a shithole and Atlanta isn't any better....but yeah...its all about the CASHBUCKS....so i guess i'd go with Oakland just because they'd give out like a 15 million dollar signing bonus for nothing...

[Jimmy's Dignity]

DT William Joseph signs with Oakland Raiders (http://www.theredzone.org/absolutenm/templates/template.asp?articleid=586&zoneid=1)

boy oh boy was he a first round bust for the Giants

[askewcore]

D'Angelo Hall to get 7 yrs/$70 million (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3300199)

[Jimmy's Dignity]

that's an absolutely insane number...I can't believe that they're paying him that much. I do NOT envy the Raiders GM when it comes time to really check out their cap number come next season...gonna be an ugly job to fix up

Bengals G Stacey Andrews signs Franchise tender. (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3301914) 1 year, $7.455 million
Packers sign LB Brandon Chillar away from St. Louis (http://sports.espn.go.com/nba/news/story?id=3302487), 2 years, 5.4 million
39 year old P Matt Turk signs 2 year deal to stay in Houston (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3301505)
Colts re-sign Dwight Freeney's back-up, Josh Thomas (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3302013)

[maxeypad]

why the hell did we resign turk?!

[Jimmy's Dignity]

why the hell did we resign turk?!

he had 41.7 yards per punt, but more impressively he had a 37.9 net..definitely pretty good stats for an old head

Patriots sign CB Fernando Bryant (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3303229)

[maxeypad]

he had 41.7 yards per punt, but more impressively he had a 37.9 net..definitely pretty good stats for an old head




damn he DID have a 37.9 net...i thought it was lower than that...

[Capt.Caveman]

falcons sign k elam.. (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3306003)
packers sign atari bigby. (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3306018)
tatupu gets 6 year extention. (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3305560)

[Stormrider666]

If Adam Jones does wind up in Dallas, I stand by what I said earlier about Dallas not scaring anyone. Jones, Owens, Patrick Crayton, a mentally weak Romo, a figure-head head coach, and Jerry Jones. That team will self-implode by week 8.

[Capt.Caveman]

It's official TE Utecht is a Bengal (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3307666)

[Jimmy's Dignity]

49ers forfeit a 5th rounder & has to swap 3rd rounders with the Bears for tampering with Briggs (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3310056)

[Sct Ptersns Twn]

NFL in bigger debt than MLB....What?

League owes a shitpot of dough (http://www.profootballtalk.com/2008/03/17/league-owes-9-billion/)

[maxeypad]

NFL in bigger debt than MLB....What?

League owes a shitpot of dough (http://www.profootballtalk.com/2008/03/17/league-owes-9-billion/)

thats crazy....

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Bengals say "Enough of this ******" and cut Chris Henry (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3327235)....after yet another arrest


Bengals cut Henry, say they'll no longer tolerate his conduct

The Cincinnati Bengals, deciding they have had enough of wide receiver Chris Henry's run-ins with the law, released him on Thursday, hours after he surrendered to police to face assault and criminal damaging charges.

Henry, 24, was being held in the Hamilton County jail, pending a court appearance Thursday, after being charged with misdemeanor assault and criminal damaging. He is accused of punching an 18-year-old man in the face and breaking a window in the man's car. A warrant for Henry's arrest was issued Wednesday and he surrendered, a police spokesman said.

"Chris Henry has forfeited his opportunity to pursue a career with the Bengals. His conduct can no longer be tolerated," Bengals president Mike Brown said in a statement.

Henry, arrested five times since December 2005, was suspended by NFL commissioner Roger Goodell for the first half of last season for repeatedly violating the league's conduct policy.

"The Bengals tried for an extended period of time to support Chris and his potentially bright career. We had hoped to guide him toward an appropriate standard of personal responsibility that this community would support and that would allow him to play in the NFL," Brown said. "We acknowledge those fans who had concerns about Chris; at the same time we tried to help a young man.

"But those efforts end today, as we move on with what is best for our team."

Court records do not indicate if Henry has hired an attorney in the new case.

The player's agent, Marvin Frazier, said Henry gave him a different version of events but declined to elaborate.

"I was told it didn't happen that way," Frazier said.

According to an affidavit filed in Hamilton County, Henry was identified by Gregory Meyer, whose hometown was not listed, and an eyewitness. The eyewitness claimed Henry punched Meyer on Monday, causing "visible injury." Henry then threw a beer bottle at Meyer's car, breaking the rear passenger window, according to the affidavit.

Henry has had a string of problems with police. He most recently was in court last week after being ticketed for driving with expired Kentucky license plates. He paid $149, according to the Hamilton County Municipal Court records.

Henry also pleaded guilty to letting minors drink alcohol in a hotel room he had rented. He served two days in a northern Kentucky jail.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

http://img403.imageshack.us/img403/2179/mugshotcp0.jpg

what a fuckin creepy lookin guy. Nice job West Virginia, you produced him and Pacman Jones...

[N.Y. Johnny]

heh...I can believe the Giants signed him. Their offensive line is lightyears better than the Texans was when Carr was your QB. Then again, he's just going to be battling to be the backup QB against the Hefty Lefty Jared Lorenzen. Also the Giants are allegedly in talks with LB Danny Clark from Houston

Titans bring back Justin McCairens, Raiders sign WR Drew Carter (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3290227)





Good riddance that fucking Justin McCairens. That son of a bitch lost more games than he could've won in NY. I swear everytime I watched a highlight of the 4 games the Jets could've won in his time he was always dropping a wide open pass in the endzone or fumbling away the ball on the goal line.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Jags extend Garrard (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3333818)

Redskins sign KR Jerome Mathis (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3330283)

[Capt.Caveman]

Hobson goes from Jets to Pats (http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news;_ylt=AsVZNRu_h_Dy2Pxdc7w9au1DubYF?slug=ap-patriots-hobson&prov=ap&type=lgns)

[DJ Evel Ed]

http://img403.imageshack.us/img403/2179/mugshotcp0.jpg


what a fuckin creepy lookin guy. Nice job West Virginia, you produced him and Pacman Jones...

Usually a neck tattoo is a gang affiliation. This guy is just an idiot. If he has too much free time, he should be the banging the NFL groupies. He's living a dream many of us would love to live and he's is dropping diarrhea all over it.

Come to think of it, this genius would probably ræpe a hooker or a groupie.

[Sct Ptersns Twn]

^^^^^^

Chris Henry looks like he is from outer space

[askewcore]

The trend of giving decent-above average safties huge contracts continues. Jets give Kerry Rhodes $33.5 (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3339309)

He can join Gibril Wilson and the Madieu Williams in the 2008 overpaid saftey clan.

[maxeypad]

The trend of giving decent-above average safties huge contracts continues. Jets give Kerry Rhodes $33.5 (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3339309)

He can join Gibril Wilson and the Madieu Williams in the 2008 overpaid saftey clan.

good god thats too much money!!! for a safety....

[Capt.Caveman]

been quiet lately

[Jimmy's Dignity]

I haven't really heard all that much...when that ****** Pacman Jones gets either reinstated or traded to the Cowboys (and then reinstated) it'll be interesting to see. No trades of consequence as far as the draft is concerned either. Oh well, 11 days till the draft

[maxeypad]

can't wait for the draft....

[Capt.Caveman]

u think it's possible that dallas is gonna give up 1 of there #1's for pac man

[Stormrider666]

u think it's possible that dallas is gonna give up 1 of there #1's for pac man

Yes because Jerry Jones is that desperate. I want it to happen, because like I said in an earlier post, it will lead to the the locker room imploding and the team not making the playoffs. Also I guess ESPN's NFL analysts didn't learn their lesson from last year. I have already seen two of them picking the Pats to go 16-0, because of the easniess of their schedule.

[GarlicButterSau]

Ewww. Look at their pathetic excuse for an NFL schedule. Do they play the Dolphins 8 times?

BTW - My Commemorative Super Bowl Football came in the mail yesterday from Sports Illustrated....

18-1 ... still feels great to say

[Capt.Caveman]

Yes because Jerry Jones is that desperate. I want it to happen, because like I said in an earlier post, it will lead to the the locker room imploding and the team not making the playoffs. Also I guess ESPN's NFL analysts didn't learn their lesson from last year. I have already seen two of them picking the Pats to go 16-0, because of the easniess of their schedule.

TO and Pacman should get along swimmingly;)

[Sct Ptersns Twn]

So, here we go again.

1. Steelers @ Pats

2. Steelers = hardest schedule for 2008

3. Pats = easiest schedule for 2008

4. Those are the facts, good luck cheaters.

RANK Team Opp Winning Pct
1 Steelers 0.598
2 Colts 0.594
3 Jaguars 0.559
4 Vikings 0.551
5 Ravens 0.551
6 Titans 0.551
7 Bengals 0.547
8 Texans 0.547
9 Browns 0.547
10 Lions 0.543
11 Bears 0.531
12 Packers 0.531
13 Redskins 0.523
14 Cowboys 0.523
15 Eagles 0.52
16 Giants 0.52
17 Rams 0.488
18 49ers 0.484
19 Seahawks 0.477
20 Buccaneers 0.469
21 Falcons 0.469
22 Cardinals 0.465
23 Dolphins 0.465
24 Panthers 0.465
25 Jets 0.457
26 Chiefs 0.453
27 Bills 0.449
28 Saints 0.449
29 Broncos 0.445
30 Raiders 0.438
31 Chargers 0.422
32 Patriots 0.387

[Aizazzle]

http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/8043460/Chiefs'-Allen-talking-with-Vikings,-Bucs

Allen, the NFL's reigning sack leader, told FOXSports.com that the Vikings and Buccaneers have held trade talks with the Chiefs and he anticipates a deal will get done prior to next week's draft.

Allen, a four-year veteran, led the league in sacks in 2007 with 15.5 and has 13 forced fumbles in the past three seasons.

Whether it's the Vikings or Bucs, whichever one gets Allen is going to get a very good defensive player. I'ma bit surprised the Eagles didn't express interest in him. He would be a good fit with them. I still think they might make a run on draft day if either of the aforementioned teams doesn't already acquire his services.

[Jimmy's Dignity]

speaking of trades...the Redskins were just shot down by the Bengals (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3358557)

Sources: Skins offer '08 first-rounder, '09 pick for Johnson; Cincy says no

How serious are the Cincinnati Bengals about not giving in to Chad Johnson's trade demands

Serious enough to swat away an offer from the Washington Redskins that could have netted the Bengals two first round draft picks, team and league sources said.

The Redskins offered this year's first round pick, No. 21 overall, and a conditional third rounder in 2009 that could escalate to a first rounder if Johnson and the Redskins hit certain performance levels, the sources said.

It was not the first time the Redskins approached the Bengals about a deal but it was the first significant proposal.

The Bengals have not only rejected the Redskins, but two other NFC East suitors -- the Dallas Cowboys and Philadelphia Eagles -- have been informed that there has been no change in the team's position that Johnson will not be traded.

The Bengals have noted to those suitors that Johnson has been the "second-highest paid receiver" in the NFL during the past three years, indignant about suggestions that Johnson also wants a new contract, the sources said.

Trading Johnson also would mean Cincinnati would take an $8 million salary cap hit, but that amount could be split over the next two years. Additionally, as one anonymous owner told ESPN.com, "There's nothing wrong with dead money. It's cash already paid and it's cash back in your pocket that you don't have to spend, especially with the [high] amount of everyone's salary cap these days."

Bengals LB Odell Thurman reinstated to the NFL after two year suspension for being a ****** (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3357445)

Panthers DE Mike Rucker expected to announce retirement (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3358430)

[Hoagie]

So, here we go again.

1. Steelers @ Pats

2. Steelers = hardest schedule for 2008

3. Pats = easiest schedule for 2008

4. Those are the facts, good luck cheaters.

RANK Team Opp Winning Pct
1 Steelers 0.598
2 Colts 0.594
3 Jaguars 0.559
4 Vikings 0.551
5 Ravens 0.551
6 Titans 0.551
7 Bengals 0.547
8 Texans 0.547
9 Browns 0.547
10 Lions 0.543
11 Bears 0.531
12 Packers 0.531
13 Redskins 0.523
14 Cowboys 0.523
15 Eagles 0.52
16 Giants 0.52
17 Rams 0.488
18 49ers 0.484
19 Seahawks 0.477
20 Buccaneers 0.469
21 Falcons 0.469
22 Cardinals 0.465
23 Dolphins 0.465
24 Panthers 0.465
25 Jets 0.457
26 Chiefs 0.453
27 Bills 0.449
28 Saints 0.449
29 Broncos 0.445
30 Raiders 0.438
31 Chargers 0.422
32 Patriots 0.387I don't know if people understand what a gross miscarriage of the scheduling system this is. How is that, not only do the 4 teams that made the conference championship games not have a schedule in the top 10 hardest, but the 2 that appeared in the AFC Championship game have the 2 easiest schedules?

I understand alot has to do with their divisions but this is just ridiculous. How does a team go 18-1 and end up with the easiest schedule the next year???

[Stormrider666]

speaking of trades...the Redskins were just shot down by the Bengals (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3358557)



Bengals LB Odell Thurman reinstated to the NFL after two year suspension for being a ****** (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3357445)

Panthers DE Mike Rucker expected to announce retirement (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3358430)



I'm glad the Bengals shot down the Redskins. I don't want to have to sit through another 1st day of the draft without my team making a pick. I know the Redskins need a true #1 receiver, but I rather get it through the draft or try to draft a pass rushing defensive end.

Speaking of the draft, Doplphins sign Michigan OT, Jake Long to a deal, thus making him the first pick of the 2008 draft.

[mik3]

lol Jake Long was projected as a RT who would get picked somewhere between 5-10 after the combine. Now he's the #1 pick and is given the starting LT job.

[Capt.Caveman]

SEAHAWKS CUT SHAWN ALEXANDER!!!!!!!!!!! (http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news;_ylt=AnUsYtVE1B1AVyFrMN7tQ7BDubYF?slug=ap-seahawks-alexander&prov=ap&type=lgns)

[Jimmy's Dignity]

snip snip motherfucker

gonna be interesting to see who trips over themselves to sign him

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Chiefs agree to trade DE Jared Allen to the Vikings (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3362701)

[Jimmy's Dignity]

reports abound that Daunte Culpepper is visiting Green Bay...

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Suspended CB Pacman Jones traded to Dallas Cowboys in exchange for 4th round draft pick (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3364138)

[Jimmy's Dignity]

Dolphins shopping Jason Taylor around...hoping for a first round draft pick (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3364727)

[askewcore]

Dolphins shopping Jason Taylor around...hoping for a first round draft pick (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3364727)

If they can trade him and pick up a first rounder to get in the position to take Quentin Groves or that kid Harvey from Florida, I think its a move they should make. If I was the Dolphins I wouldnt move him for anything less than a 1st rounder.

I also read in the papers yesterday that the Seahawks and Falcons are interested in Shockey, as well as the Saints, even though we all knew that part two weeks ago when they offered a 2nd rounder and the giants shot em down

[Mother Shucker]

Jets deal Robertson to the Bronco's. (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/football/nfl/specials/draft/2008/04/24/trade.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)

(AP) -- The Denver Broncos acquired defensive tackle Dewayne Robertson from the New York Jets on Thursday for a conditional pick in the 2009 draft.

Robertson, the fourth overall pick in the 2003 draft from Kentucky, spent five inconsistent seasons with the Jets. He often seemed out of position in New York's 3-4 alignment.

The 26-year-old Robertson also has been bothered by knee problems.

[Capt.Caveman]

Jets deal Robertson to the Bronco's. (http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2008/football/nfl/specials/draft/2008/04/24/trade.ap/index.html?eref=si_nfl)

(AP) -- The Denver Broncos acquired defensive tackle Dewayne Robertson from the New York Jets on Thursday for a conditional pick in the 2009 draft.

Robertson, the fourth overall pick in the 2003 draft from Kentucky, spent five inconsistent seasons with the Jets. He often seemed out of position in New York's 3-4 alignment.

The 26-year-old Robertson also has been bothered by knee problems.

#4 overall traded for a 4th rd pick. that sucks. and just think they traded up with Chicago for that one, Bears didn't do that much better Michael Haynes and Rex Grossman:mad4:

[Capt.Caveman]

Ayodele and Fasano traded to Miami (http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news;_ylt=AtnrBo6_BuqMhezUtb4r3pxDubYF?slug=ap-cowboys-dolphinstrade&prov=ap&type=lgns)

[Capt.Caveman]

Cedric Benson arrested for BWI and being a N1gga (http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news;_ylt=AqaNJuYawLJx6rxzl2zi5p1DubYF?slug=ap-bears-bensonarrested&prov=ap&type=lgns)

As many of you know I'm a psycho bears fan. This really bugs me. firstly he's been shit since coming to chicago. I agreed with trading thomas jones at the time. Benson was playing well in his action as Jones's backup and without that trade we don't draft Devin Hester. I say they either trade him or cut him. He's done nothing but be a headache. 1st he holds out like another high bear rb draft pick Curtis Enis and he sucked too. Now he gets arrested the BWI thing I could give a shit about but the resisting thing just goes to show you that some people will never get rid of that idiot "hood" mindset no matter how much money they have. FUCK YOU CEDRIC

[Sct Ptersns Twn]

,,,,,,, FUCK YOU CEDRIC

Good luck bro :action-sm

[Aizazzle]

Looks like that that RB Matte Forte you guys drafed is turning out to be a very smart pick..

[mik3]

6/72 34.5 guaranteed for Ryan HAHAHAHAHA

[Jimmy's Dignity]

looks like teams are already planning for that un-capped 2010 season...


Cowboys sign Marion Barber & Marcus Trufant to huge deals (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3405348)...Marcus gets a 6 year extention for $50.2 million and Marion got 7 years, $45 million

[Aizazzle]

6/72 34.5 guaranteed for Ryan HAHAHAHAHA
Stupidity at it's finest. Ryan wasn't worth the 3rd pick let alone this kind of money.


Cowboys sign Marion Barber & Marcus Trufant to huge deals (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3405348)...Marcus gets a 6 year extention for $50.2 million and Marion got 7 years, $45 million

Can someone please investigate the Coboys salary cap? It's fucking beyond me how they can continue doing this shit...

[Jimmy's Dignity]

I think that's the trick right now...those contracts are back-loaded, probably with the majority of the money coming after 2010. IF (aka "when") the salary cap is scrapped, you're going to see nothing but Redskins & Cowboys championships. Sign them to as big a contract as you want, there eventually will be no cap for it to hit









Worst. Idea. Ever

[mik3]

Well, if that's the case, do it up Giants.

[Capt.Caveman]

Looks like that that RB Matte Forte you guys drafed is turning out to be a very smart pick..

They are raving about him from mini camp. I wanted Brohm and Forte in the 3rd but I'll take how it turned out...again FUCK YOU CEDRIC

[Big Fat Steve]

looks like teams are already planning for that un-capped 2010 season...


Cowboys sign Marion Barber & Marcus Trufant to huge deals (http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3405348)...Marcus gets a 6 year extention for $50.2 million and Marion got 7 years, $45 millionThis scared the bejesus out of me. I thought the hicks had signed Trufant as well, but he is till with Seattle. Newman is overrated, so that is good.

Fuck Dallas.

[Big Fat Steve]

I think that's the trick right now...those contracts are back-loaded, probably with the majority of the money coming after 2010. IF (aka "when") the salary cap is scrapped, you're going to see nothing but Redskins & Cowboys championships. Sign them to as big a contract as you want, there eventually will be no cap for it to hit









Worst. Idea. EverAs a Skins fan I agree. Jerry Jones, and that midget, Dannyboy would spend in the 200 million per year range to field a team. The game wouldn't be as entertaining. I have this argument with Yankee and Red Sox fans all the time. Baseball could be even better than it is now if there was a cap.