2012 NFL Free Agency Thread

[elcheato]

The Redskins should probably back out of the RG3 trade and give him to a team who knows how to work the salary cap imo

 

[bosoxlover12]

Rams released their DTs today: Bannan and Robbins


Brockers to STL looking more inevitable

 

[Elite]

ON THE RADAR (free agents the Jets are expected to pursue)

Chad Henne, QB, 6-3, 230, 4 years (Dolphins): The Jets flirted with Peyton Manning, but they really want Henne. Obviously, he'd be Mark Sanchez's backup. He played for Tony Sparano and knows his offense. It's a natural fit -- assuming Henne is OK with No. 2 status.

Jarret Johnson, OLB, 6-3, 260, 10 years (Ravens): Rex Ryan loves the guy. Johnson, overshadowed by the Ravens' many stars, would immediately improve the perimeter run defense. He'll be 31, so that's a concern. The Colts, coached by former Ravens defensive coordinator Chuck Pagano, also figure to be interested.

LaRon Landry, S, 6-0, 213, 5 years (Redskins): He's the best safety in a watered-down market. The former No. 1 pick is a very good blitzer and stout against the run, but there are questions about his pass coverage and durability. He's coming off an Achilles injury.

Jameel McClain, ILB, 6-1, 250, 4 years (Ravens): If the Jets jettison Bart Scott, they can reach back to their feeder program -- Baltimore -- for a younger replacement. He's only 26 and improving.

Vernon Carey, RT, 6-5, 340, 8 years (Dolphins): No matter what the Jets say about Wayne Hunter, there's no way he will be their opening day starter. Carey will be 31, and his best days are behind him, but he could be a hold-the-fort player. Another Sparano guy from Miami.

Ronnie Brown, RB, 6-0, 233, 7 years (Eagles): This would be a reach, but the Jets are looking for a No. 2 back and Brown knows Sparano's system from Miami. But he's 30 and has lost a step. He rushed for only 136 yards last season.

Laurent Robinson, WR, 6-2, 192, 5 years (Cowboys): The journeyman receiver broke out last season with 11 touchdowns and a 15.9-yard average. One-year wonder or late bloomer? He'd fill the need for a vertical threat, but it could get too pricey.

Rich Cimini on ESPN

I'd be cool with all of these guys except Henne, if we waste our cap on bringing in a back-up QB instead of improving another position I'm going to be livid. If Henne wants to take a minimum deal I'm cool with it, anything more than that and it doesn't make sense.

 

[Hurricane Season]

Redskins lose 36 Million in Cap Space due to Uncapped Year Violations.. Cowboys lose 10 Million. That money goes to 28 other teams in the league.. 1.6 Million Each except for the Raiders and Saints who don't get any.

#Redskins also cut Atogwe, source says. Was owed base salary of $3.4 million this year.

So.. Now RG3 looks fucking retarded and.. i think we know who the worst team will be.

The fuck do you need a safety for?

 

[TTN2810]

Been like this for a few weeks.. Tries to troll me.. then ends up lookin stupid.. Its not like we're off topic or something.. Shouldn't matter.

You are the fucking dumbass. Sorry I don't look into every word, waiting for someone to make one mistake and then troll them. And it's your opinion. In 4 years when youre wrong, I won't look so stupid to you anymore.

 

[Elite]

You are the fucking dumbass. Sorry I don't look into every word, waiting for someone to make one mistake and then troll them. And it's your opinion. In 4 years when youre wrong, I won't look so stupid to you anymore.

ermmmm....

How is Boykin one of your favorite prospects when you don't even know his school?
He plays for Georgia, not Oregon.
lulzzz

 

[Hurricane Season]

EVERYBODY LOVE EVERYBODY

 

[TTN2810]

ermmmm....

Aha I was kidding. Clearly you knew he played for Georgia... you posted a picture of him.
Also, even if you didn't, not knowing a players school is a lot different than me misreading one word..

 

[kam.]

So let me get this right.. SI is going to ban me... because TTN is threatening to leave?

Wow.. Okay

 

[bosoxlover12]

A "number of NFL sources" tell CSN Chicago that the Bears are considered around the league to be the favorites for free agent Mario Williams as Tuesday's 4PM ET signing period approaches. The Bears are all systems go in free agency, and Williams would form the NFL's most dominant bookend duo in the league across from Julius Peppers. Ultimately, Chicago may choose between Williams and free agent wideout Vincent Jackson. It sounds like Williams is coach Lovie Smith's priority, and new GM Phil Emery's old team in Kansas City rarely spent big on wide receivers. While the Chargers, Patriots, and Titans have been linked to Williams as well, the Bears may be positioned best to land him. We should find out by midweek.

No Jags on this list

 

[Teagz]

I'd feel bad for the nfc north. Williams and peppers would be one hell of a combo.

 

[RipCity32]

With Cherlius and Backus on the corners, we would be fine.
/sarcasm

 

[Giantmetfan07]

I'd feel bad for the nfc north. Williams and peppers would be one hell of a combo.

thats a lot of money to put on two DEs. Not saying it isn't possible, but they might hesitate a little and second guess the risk, especially when some of that CAP could go to resigning Forte in the near future.

 

[.infamous]

hopefully williams doesnt go to chicago...

 

[kam.]

No Jags on this list

Forgot, thats the only list.. :spideypalm:

Jags will inquire.

But to be honest, I'd take Eric Winston over Mario now.

 

[bosoxlover12]

Forgot, thats the only list.. :spideypalm:

Jags will inquire.

But to be honest, I'd take Eric Winston over Mario now.

I'm sorry but this is becoming BS

you'd rather take Eric Winston and Josh Morgan over Mario Williams and a top 5 FA wideout?



I just don't think the Jags can get a big time FA at this stage in their rebuild

 

[bestkeptsecret13]

Bears the favorites for Mario Williams???

OH YEAH!

 

[kam.]

I'm sorry but this is becoming BS

you'd rather take Eric Winston and Josh Morgan over Mario Williams and a top 5 FA wideout?



I just don't think the Jags can get a big time FA at this stage in their rebuild

Eric Winston is a great RT.. One of the best in the league. We need one of these and then we could push Eben Britton into the RG spot. Beast ass Oline.

& I don't like Vjax, I could see Colston but looks like he might get resigned. Josh Morgan is an under the radar WR that is very capable of making plays and will come cheap. I'd very much so rather have him than Pierre Garcon who is just "another guy" and will command alot of money in the FA Market. There isn't very many #1s in this FA group now anyways that Stevie and Bowe are gone. Colston isn't even the #1 at Nola, hes the heavy body slot WR that occasionally plays on the outside.

Bears are showing alot of interest but also with the Texans releasing Leinart and Eric Winston, that frees up quite a bit of cap for them to atleast offer Mario "something".

& Why can't the Jaguars get a top tier FA? We have more than enough money and security to offer to any player, and in the end, thats all that matters.

 

[bosoxlover12]

Winning matters more than money to some

 

[kam.]

Bears the favorites for Mario Williams???

OH YEAH!

Said "In Chicago, Bears are the Favorite to land Mario Williams" ..

Just like it would be anywhere else "In Dallas, Cowboys are favorite to land Mario"

Same with Jacksonville, same with Detroit, and Seattle.