Open Free Agent Thread
by Brian (DaBolts) on Feb 28, 2009 9:51 AM PST
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Put any signings or big stories in comments. We will try and update the major events in the main article here as they come.
The one bit of Chargers news is that they are rumored by Bill Williamson of ESPN to be interested in getting Drayton Florence back. With the Chargers retaining Gordon too, it may lend some credence to the notion of them shifting somebody from corner to safety. [HT:Wonko]
As far as Safeties go, Miami has done well signing Gibril Wilson and re-signing Bell. The Broncos picked up Dawkins and Hill at safety; that's a huge upgrade from what they had last year. The Broncos are also paying out 5 million to longsnapper Lonnie Paxton; in my next life I want to be a longsnapper. They have also picked up wr Jabar Gaffney who was with NE last season; looks like they will go to a New England type spread offense; they have made an offer for RFA Texan WR David Anderson. They have started another run on runningbacks by signing Correll Buckhalter and JJ Arrington.
The Chiefs have traded for linebacker Mike Vrabel; a solid veteran but very long in the tooth.
The Redskins continue to spend like drunken cosmonauts picking up Albert Haynesworth (HT sdsuaztec4) and re-signing DeAngelo Hall. While most players don't collect all their contract money; those two contracts are 154 million; but the 'skins pockets are unbelievably deep. Watch out for them if the NFL goes uncapped.
The Browns pulled off a blockbuster sending tight end K. Winslow over to Tampa Bay for undisclosed picks. That had to be the result of that hospitalization issue last season; a serious mistake on the Browns part I think. Tampa has also acquired Cassel from New England for their first rounder this year and a conditional next.
The Colts managed to retain their Pro Bowl Center, Saturday.
The Titans re-sign Kerry Collins at QB.
Bart Scott has been offered 40 million by the Jets and will likely end up there. It was always going to be tough for the Ravens to keep everyone.
The Patriots have nabbed Fred Taylor; I thought he might have been a fit here depending on how our RB situation shook out.
The Vikings finalized the deal for Sage Rosenfels and signed him to a 2 year, $9 mil deal.
The Saints re-sign Jonathon Vilma at linebacker.
Tight End Chris Baker goes to NE.
Linebacker Michael Boley, formerly of the Falcons goes to the Giants.
CB Lito Sheppard of the Eagles was traded to the Jets.
Kurt Warner is in talks with the 49ers; he would be a good pickup for them if they want to outbid the Cardinals.
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Update
-TB Bucs traded for Kellen Winslow. That can be huge for them.
-Bart Scott has been offered $40 mil for 5 years by the Jets. I’d be shocked if they didn’t get him for that.
-Vikings finalized the deal for Sage Rosenfels and signed him to a 2 year, $9 mil deal.
by John (obviousman) on Feb 27, 2009 10:26 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
Do you know what the Bucks gave up to get him?
by Steve (Grey Suit) on Feb 27, 2009 10:53 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Nope
Not yet. “Undisclosed draft picks” is the only info.
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 10:58 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Just saw this rumor pop up
Bill Williamson, of ESPN.com, reports the San Diego Chargers may be interested in signing unrestricted free-agent CB Drayton Florence (Jaguars).
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 10:57 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
That’s interesting.
Bolts from the Blue // "Game over." - Jamal Williams
Bloody Elbow // "Every normal man must be tempted at times to spit upon his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats." - H.L. Mencken
by Richard Wade on Feb 27, 2009 12:42 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
YES!
I GOT A SAGE ROSENFELS ROOKIE CARD!
Brady Hoke, Al Borges, and Rocky Long. Aztec football is back!
by Sam (sdsuaztec4) on Feb 27, 2009 12:30 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Vrabel traded to Chiefs for undisclosed draft pick
I guess Pioli wanted to take a little of New England with him.
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 12:42 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
J.J. Arrington
To the Donkeys on a 4 year deal.
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 1:49 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
wikipedia
already all over it.http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/J.J.Arrington
Jamal Williams - "Game Over"
by soulSD on Feb 27, 2009 1:56 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
That’s interesting.
Bolts from the Blue // "Game over." - Jamal Williams
Bloody Elbow // "Every normal man must be tempted at times to spit upon his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats." - H.L. Mencken
by Richard Wade on Feb 27, 2009 2:00 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
He's Terrible
A poor man’s Sproles.
by John (obviousman) on Feb 27, 2009 2:09 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
That’s why I find the signing interesting. I don’t know why they did it.
Bolts from the Blue // "Game over." - Jamal Williams
Bloody Elbow // "Every normal man must be tempted at times to spit upon his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats." - H.L. Mencken
by Richard Wade on Feb 27, 2009 2:26 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Maurice Morris
To the winless Kitties for 3 years/7 mill
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 1:59 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Good pick-up
Good price too. Him and Jones will be a decent 1-2 punch for them.
by John (obviousman) on Feb 27, 2009 2:10 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Titans
Re-sign Kerry Collins to a 2 year deal.
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 2:00 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Curses
Dawkins to the Broncos.
"Football is a physical sport, sometimes you have a disagreement on what's going on, and you have a discussion about it." Kris Dielman
by Brian (DaBolts) on Feb 27, 2009 2:16 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
I don’t like that at all.
Bolts from the Blue // "Game over." - Jamal Williams
Bloody Elbow // "Every normal man must be tempted at times to spit upon his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin slitting throats." - H.L. Mencken
by Richard Wade on Feb 27, 2009 2:26 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Yeah
He is exactly the kind of player they need.
"Football is a physical sport, sometimes you have a disagreement on what's going on, and you have a discussion about it." Kris Dielman
by Brian (DaBolts) on Feb 27, 2009 2:49 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
They also picked up
FS Renaldo Hill
and
WR Jabar Gaffney (I’m assuming this was highly encouraged by their new HC)
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 3:06 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
They also put in an offer sheet
On Texans RFA David Anderson.
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 3:08 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
He's a WR
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 3:08 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Good grief
How many wr’s do they need?
"Football is a physical sport, sometimes you have a disagreement on what's going on, and you have a discussion about it." Kris Dielman
by Brian (DaBolts) on Feb 27, 2009 4:20 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
They need 5
semi-reliable WRs.
So: Marshall, Royal, Stokely, Gaffney, Anderson
Ta-da!
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 4:59 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Gaffney
seems like too much for a backup and Anderson was the number three for the Texans. I guess Denver goes to the NE spread now.
"Football is a physical sport, sometimes you have a disagreement on what's going on, and you have a discussion about it." Kris Dielman
by Brian (DaBolts) on Feb 27, 2009 8:56 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I guess
they feel there is no amount of money that can make the defense good fast, so they better make sure all the pieces are there for McDaniels offense to work.
1-10-DEN 18 (9:52) (Shotgun) 6-J.Cutler pass short right intended for 19-E.Royal INTERCEPTED by 93-L.Castillo (95-S.Phillips) at DEN 18. 93-L.Castillo to DEN 14 for 4 yards (62-C.Wiegmann). 6-J.Cutler pouts ob to DEN 25 for 11 yards.
by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 10:01 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
EFF Cutler and Marshall and McDaniels and Donkey Fan
I hope they don’t their act together for awhile
by The Kipper on Feb 28, 2009 12:15 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Donkeys also signed RB Correll Buckhalter
by Steve (Grey Suit) on Feb 27, 2009 3:40 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
He's an injury waiting to happen
He’s also overrrated.
by John (obviousman) on Feb 28, 2009 3:57 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Vilma returns to the Saints
A five-year, $34 million contract that includes $17 million guaranteed and $23 million in the first three years.
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 3:07 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
That's big for the Saints
I have a friend who will be happy.
"Football is a physical sport, sometimes you have a disagreement on what's going on, and you have a discussion about it." Kris Dielman
by Brian (DaBolts) on Feb 27, 2009 4:20 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Tampa picks up Cassel
NE gets their first rounder; they might get a lot better next season.
"Football is a physical sport, sometimes you have a disagreement on what's going on, and you have a discussion about it." Kris Dielman
by Brian (DaBolts) on Feb 27, 2009 4:33 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Source?
I’m having trouble confirming that.
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 5:00 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Whoops
They had it here. But it looks like a false rumor now.
"Football is a physical sport, sometimes you have a disagreement on what's going on, and you have a discussion about it." Kris Dielman
by Brian (DaBolts) on Feb 27, 2009 6:58 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Interesting
Contrary to previous reports, Adam Schefter, of NFL.com, reports the Denver Broncos do not currently have a deal in place with free-agent S Brian Dawkins (Eagles).
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by Wonko on Feb 27, 2009 5:48 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
The report I saw
Is reporting that Dawkins is “visiting” the Broncos. SF Chronicle and Philly Daily News are reporting he’s signed.
by John (obviousman) on Feb 28, 2009 5:15 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Chris Baker
Former Jets starting TE gets nabbed by New England.
by John (obviousman) on Feb 28, 2009 4:03 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
Michael Boley
Underrated Falcons LB goes to the Giants.
by John (obviousman) on Feb 28, 2009 4:04 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
Bart Scott
Going to the Jets. It’s official now.
by John (obviousman) on Feb 28, 2009 4:04 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
Lito Sheppard
Traded to the Jets for some undisclosed draft picks. It looks like they’re trying to build a dominating defense with Rex Ryan as coach.
by John (obviousman) on Feb 28, 2009 5:13 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
Kurt Warner
In serious talks with 49ers. If that happens I’m definitely changing my mock draft.
by John (obviousman) on Feb 28, 2009 5:14 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
Matt Cassell
Traded to Chiefs.
Adam Schefter, of the NFL Network, reports the New England Patriots have traded QB Matt Cassel to the Kansas City Chiefs. Terms of the deal are not yet available.
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by Wonko on Feb 28, 2009 10:25 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
Great news for Kevin O'Connell
Brady Hoke, Al Borges, and Rocky Long. Aztec football is back!
by Sam (sdsuaztec4) on Feb 28, 2009 10:39 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Fascinating
Philadelphia Eagles OT Stacy Andrews and OG Shawn Andrews will become just the third set of brothers since 1951 to play together on the same offensive line, according to the Pro Football Hall of Fame. The Eagles signed Andrews to a six-year contract Saturday, Feb. 28.
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by Wonko on Feb 28, 2009 10:26 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
Donkey roundup
Here is a recap of the players Denver has agreed to deals with so far:
Houston Texans receiver David Anderson (restricted offer sheet); Arizona Cardinals running back J.J. Arrington; Philadelphia Eagles running back Correll Buckhalter: New England Patriots receiver Jabar Gaffney; Miami Dolphins safety Renaldo Hill; New England Patriots long snapper Lonie Paxton and Indianapolis Colts defensive tackle Darrell Reid.
The team is also trying to finalize deals with Philadelphia safety Brian Dawkins and Cleveland linebacker Andra Davis. Dawkins would certainly be the big catch in the group and if Denver is going to finalize the deal, it could come at any time.
Brady Hoke, Al Borges, and Rocky Long. Aztec football is back!
by Sam (sdsuaztec4) on Feb 28, 2009 10:36 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
I kinda like all the deals our division rivals are doing
This season’s going to be more fun and competitive
by matto619 on Feb 28, 2009 10:45 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
Patriot Clones
Coming to an AFC West team near you!
"Football is a physical sport, sometimes you have a disagreement on what's going on, and you have a discussion about it." Kris Dielman
by Brian (DaBolts) on Feb 28, 2009 11:43 AM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Not so worried
Hopefully they end up like all the other belichek spinoffs… Weis, Crennel, Mangini…
by Stephen (shaynes41) on Feb 28, 2009 6:58 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
Agree
Both need huge help on the front seven; they both seem to be working offensive deals. Dawkins was the best pickup; but that doesn’t help their pass rush.
"Football is a physical sport, sometimes you have a disagreement on what's going on, and you have a discussion about it." Kris Dielman
by Brian (DaBolts) on Feb 28, 2009 8:07 PM PST up reply actions 0 recs
I don't know
The Broncos are making a lot of noise, but nothing they’ve done is a big upgrade. They’re still missing a bigtime NT, any sort of pass rush and the only real cover guy they have is Champ.
With the Chiefs, is Cassel really that much better than Thigpen? They still have OL problems, pass rush problems, and Tony Gonzalez is their only receiver who catches the ball well (although Bowe can still make big plays despite his butterfingers).
These seem like minor upgrades. Which isn’t to say that they aren’t something to build on, but in 2009 these don’t seem like much better teams… so far. We’ll see.
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by Wonko on Feb 28, 2009 3:12 PM PST up reply actions 1 recs
Broncos
Denver is all talk. They can talk the talk but cant walk the walk.
by LTomlinson21 on Feb 28, 2009 5:47 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Yahoo Sports reporting Saints interested in LT
if things don’t get worked out with the Chargers. Link.
by Lenny Suckerpunch on Feb 28, 2009 7:31 PM PST reply actions 0 recs
Another Chargers rumor
Albert Breer, of the Sporting News, reports free-agent LB Kevin Burnett (Cowboys) is expected to visit the San Diego Chargers.
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by Wonko on Mar 3, 2009 9:53 AM PST reply actions 0 recs
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