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[quote=Alvin Walton;1140363]Good news!
Maybe a possible starter at ILB????[/quote]

At the very least, a strong depth guy.

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[quote=FRPLG;1140323]Thinking about it today....what big time FA deal has ever worked out? By big time I mean fire up the jets and load up a dump truck with money type deal. I literally couldn't think of one. The guys who sign those deals basically can't even hope to play up to them much less outplay them like a team is hoping for.[/quote]

well, this is from memory, but:
reggie white
drew brees
peyton manning (sort of)
london fletcher (not a brinx truck, but he was well paid).
revis

some others i'm sure. you do need something like a 90% hit rate on big money FAs to make sure you're not actively hurting your team's average talent year over year, and no one really hits that. honestly a lot of the best FA moves are the ones you don't make. switching systems and team mates can really throw the communication and knowledge of a person's fit in the scheme into the gutter. some guys have a lot more trouble figuring out their new role than others, which is part of the risk.

our worst two, AH and AA, were both player that were asked to do things they never showed that they were good at (4-3 pass rushing DE that wants money -> run stopping NT that cares about football, and slow in the box SS -> centerfield coverage guy).

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As for a big time Free Agent that was a success? !.. cmon yall..how can yall forget the very 1st one?!.. our very own ... WILBUR MARSHALL!

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[quote=That Guy;1140307]i don't think we're looking to sign a 32 year old CB. especially one that still wants to get paid.[/quote]

Darrell Green was pretty damn good at 41 too . . . and still ran a 4.4 40 at age 50 . . . it really depends on the player and position as to whether or not someone is worth signing at 32 . . . but not as a ridiculous asking price, that's for sure.

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Per nfltraderumors.com Redskins are one of several teams that are in on Mohammed Sanu.

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[quote=KI Skins Fan;1140392]Per nfltraderumors.com Redskins are one of several teams that are in on Mohammed Sanu.[/quote]

I think he would be good especially taking DJax place for the games he is hurt.

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No Damon Harrison . . . he signed with the Giants . . . bastard: [URL="http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/03/09/giants-land-damon-harrison/"]Source (PFT):[/URL]

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[quote=KI Skins Fan;1140392]Per nfltraderumors.com Redskins are one of several teams that are in on Mohammed Sanu.[/quote]

I would be all for this . . . he is Big and Fast with good hands . . . he pays being AJ Green and put up great numbers when AJ Green was out . . . I think he is a hidden gem of this years FA crop

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[quote=SkinsGuru;1140403]No Damon Harrison . . . he signed with the Giants . . . bastard: [URL="http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/03/09/giants-land-damon-harrison/"]Source (PFT):[/URL][/quote]

At the price they paid they can have him. First impression is that he bolted for the first big offer, which rarely works out. If he took a few days to mull his options, determine the best fit, etc. then picked the Giants I would be impressed.

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Sanu would definitely send Andre Roberts packing.

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Anyone reading what Galette is saying on Twitter?

[B]Junior Galette ‏@JovaisG 1m1 minute ago
The way these teams are just giving away money it feels like last year was the worst year to get hurt but everything nHappens for a REASON[/B]

Dude, stfu. I'm getting a little done with him. Seems like all he cares about is getting paid.

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So far I'm liking this building up the D ,now we need a good couple of linebackers.

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[quote=TheMalcolmConnection;1140419]Anyone reading what Galette is saying on Twitter?

[B]Junior Galette ‏@JovaisG 1m1 minute ago
The way these teams are just giving away money it feels like last year was the worst year to get hurt but everything nHappens for a REASON[/B]

Dude, stfu. I'm getting a little done with him. Seems like all he cares about is getting paid.[/quote]

Yeah, it's obvious he's talented if McC/Gruden want to lock him down multi-year but the whole "firing his agent because he wants a one year prove it deal" screams that he's not interested in a long term career here. Oh well. Plus his past issues have me semi-convinced he's probably not a good person off the field.

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[quote=mooby;1140426]Yeah, it's obvious he's talented if McC/Gruden want to lock him down multi-year but the whole "firing his agent because he wants a one year prove it deal" screams that he's not interested in a long term career here. Oh well. Plus his past issues have me semi-convinced he's probably not a good person off the field.[/quote]

What's wrong with a player wanting to get paid? Not everyone can take discounts like Tom Brady. Probably shouldn't be tweeting stuff like that, but this is always going to be the opposing forces: teams wanting to get the best players for the cheapest/less risky price and players wanting to get the most guaranteed money.

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I don't have a problem with someone wanting to get paid. My problem is when that's ALL he talks about...

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Damon Harrison is a NT, going to a 4-3 scheme, I hope it blows up in his face.

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[quote=Ruhskins;1140428]What's wrong with a player wanting to get paid? Not everyone can take discounts like Tom Brady. Probably shouldn't be tweeting stuff like that, but this is always going to be the opposing forces: teams wanting to get the best players for the cheapest/less risky price and players wanting to get the most guaranteed money.[/quote]

Nothing but I have no doubts we have expressed interest in paying him fair market value over a long term contract, but he wants 1 year at a decent rate so he can get paid even more next offseason. He's projecting himself as a guy who will go to the highest bidder, regardless of how good they are, what they ask him to do, etc. How often does that work out for any NFL player?

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Just because Galette sends a few tweets over a few days about money doesn't mean that's all he's talking about.

Have to remember we hear and see about 1/100th of what these guys have to say.

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Wow. Redskins free agency is pleasantly boring! LOL!

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[quote=metalskins;1140439]Wow. Redskins free agency is pleasantly boring! LOL![/quote]

Old Vinny has to be biting his nails off , as he would have spent over 100 million bucks on 30 yr olds by now !!

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[quote=EARTHQUAKE2689;1140431]Damon Harrison is a NT, going to a 4-3 scheme, I hope it blows up in his face.[/quote]



Spaggs does like to mix it up from time to time.

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It's curious to me to see the G-Men spend so much on D-Line help in a year when the D-line is exceptionally deep in the draft.

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[quote=KI Skins Fan;1140392]Per nfltraderumors.com Redskins are one of several teams that are in on Mohammed Sanu.[/quote]

I would not give Sanu much money, maybe the money saved by Roberts being cut.

[url=http://www.nfl.com/player/mohamedsanu/2533040/profile]Mohamed Sanu, WR for the Cincinnati Bengals at NFL.com[/url]

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[quote=Schneed10;1140437]Just because Galette sends a few tweets over a few days about money doesn't mean that's all he's talking about.

Have to remember we hear and see about 1/100th of what these guys have to say.[/quote]

Fair enough, but all we're seeing is his money related demands, other than a video or two of him working out. Not much else we can go by.

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[quote=Irrefutable;1140460]I would not give Sanu much money, maybe the money saved by Roberts being cut.

[url=http://www.nfl.com/player/mohamedsanu/2533040/profile]Mohamed Sanu, WR for the Cincinnati Bengals at NFL.com[/url][/quote]

I'm told WR Mohammed Sanu is headed to Atlanta to officially sign his deal worth 7 million per year #Atlanta

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[quote=Irrefutable;1140460]I would not give Sanu much money, maybe the money saved by Roberts being cut.

[url=http://www.nfl.com/player/mohamedsanu/2533040/profile]Mohamed Sanu, WR for the Cincinnati Bengals at NFL.com[/url][/quote]

I'm watching jermaine Kearse at WR...probably half of what Marvin jones got. Could be groomed as the garçon replacement.

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[quote=SFREDSKIN;1140462]I'm told WR Mohammed Sanu is headed to Atlanta to officially sign his deal worth 7 million per year #Atlanta[/quote]

That is insane, Sanu was the 5th leading receiver on the Bengals

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I wonder if the Giants resign Prince Amkunfsknltngjanljgnrtjkenljrnlkj to a new deal with Janoris Jenkins signing there

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Colt McCoy contract 3 years $9 million... year 1 cap # $2.8 million

decent deal for Washington considering all the ridiculous QB contracts

Chase Daniel just got 3 years - $21 million WTH ?

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[QUOTE=Irrefutable;1140475]Colt McCoy contract 3 years $9 million... year 1 cap # $2.8 million

decent deal for Washington considering all the ridiculous QB contracts

Chase Daniel just got 3 years - $21 million WTH ?[/QUOTE]
I completely agree with you!

Honestly, having Colt McCoy as a backup at that Cap Number/Content kind of gives me a comfortable for feeling.

While I agree that Colt McCoy, most likely, will never be a starter, he is a very capable backup, and I glad to have him for the next 3 years as a stable backup to Kirk Cousins.

Honestly, for once, I am feeling comfortable confident in the Quarterback Position, going into the next season.

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yeah, the money today is kind of nuts. i think holding off may be the smarter play. the lack of good FAs this year is making borderline players rich. it looks like the 3 i was interested in are gone now.

giants have done pretty well, which sucks. maybe some of these signings can backfire on them...

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A truly weak year for FA in terms of quality. I'm glad we're not one of the ones buying B+ players for A money. We really need to hit on our draft again this year. A similar draft to last year would really give us a great foundation. Once you have you can add a piece here and there to shore up spots.

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Im happy with our signings thus far. Going after our own guys and getting reasonable contracts. Im sure we'll add a few players here and there. I would like us to try to get Gilette back, but I agree his posts on twitter and the like have been silly. Someone asked if he'd take 3 years 12M and he scoffed. He hasn't played in two years and thinks he deserves more? I'd consider a contract full of incentives - prove you're back to playing form and you get the money!

Reese in NY is signing FAs like his job depends on it. Well, it most likely does. They've gotten some big name players. I think as skins fans we know how bringing in that many vets is difficult for continuity.

It'll be an interesting year but I like our strategy.

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So a quick rant, so allow me to get on my soapbox:

ESPN980's focus on RG3 this week has been pretty pathetic in my opinion. I didn't catch the show when Cooley took his parting shots at RG3; but I tried to listen today hoping to hear some news about free agency and whatnot, and it was just horrible. From RJF going on the show to berate Cooley to people calling in to do the same, it was just terrible.

I know controversy gets ratings, but come on, get the f*ck over it! I honestly feel Cooley just said this to get this controversy going and keep talking about this guy. I mean come on, talk about something else, talk about the FA signed, the upcoming draft, hell, even talk about the Giants shopping spree.

:soapbox:

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Tom Compton will not be back.
[url=http://www.redskins.com/news-and-events/article-1/Report-Tom-Compton-Will-Not-Return-To-Redskins/55973b58-d78b-4b9a-b8fb-e7cf2638dd1e]Report: Tom Compton Will Not Return To Redskins[/url]

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[quote=Daseal;1140480]Im happy with our signings thus far. Going after our own guys and getting reasonable contracts. Im sure we'll add a few players here and there. I would like us to try to get Gilette back, but I agree his posts on twitter and the like have been silly. Someone asked if he'd take 3 years 12M and he scoffed. He hasn't played in two years and thinks he deserves more? I'd consider a contract full of incentives - prove you're back to playing form and you get the money!

Reese in NY is signing FAs like his job depends on it. Well, it most likely does. They've gotten some big name players. I think as skins fans we know how bringing in that many vets is difficult for continuity.

It'll be an interesting year but I like our strategy.[/quote]

The key with all the contracts is guaranteed money / bonus / cap hit..... three years 12M might be possible depending how it is structured. Otherwise bye, bye, Junior.

FYI reportedly Roberts can not be cut until he is healthy

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[quote=Alvin Walton;1140484]Tom Compton will not be back.
[url=http://www.redskins.com/news-and-events/article-1/Report-Tom-Compton-Will-Not-Return-To-Redskins/55973b58-d78b-4b9a-b8fb-e7cf2638dd1e]Report: Tom Compton Will Not Return To Redskins[/url][/quote]

His Sharknado 3 cameo will never feel the same to me now :(

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[quote=Ruhskins;1140481]So a quick rant, so allow me to get on my soapbox:

ESPN980's focus on RG3 this week has been pretty pathetic in my opinion. I didn't catch the show when Cooley took his parting shots at RG3; but I tried to listen today hoping to hear some news about free agency and whatnot, and it was just horrible. From RJF going on the show to berate Cooley to people calling in to do the same, it was just terrible.

I know controversy gets ratings, but come on, get the f*ck over it! I honestly feel Cooley just said this to get this controversy going and keep talking about this guy. I mean come on, talk about something else, talk about the FA signed, the upcoming draft, hell, even talk about the Giants shopping spree.

:soapbox:[/quote]

So glad I don't live up there anymore, the sports media gotta be the worst in the country.


I agree with the RG3 smear campaign with him leaving, its so lame.


The same media and fans participating in it are the same folks who will be up in arms when RG3 says one thing critical about Washington when he moves on. RG3 ability to show restrain is amazing imo.

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[quote=Chico23231;1140490]So glad I don't live up there anymore, the sports media gotta be the worst in the country.


I agree with the RG3 smear campaign with him leaving, its so lame.


The same media and fans participating in it are the same folks who will be up in arms when RG3 says one thing critical about Washington when he moves on. RG3 ability to show restrain is amazing imo.[/quote]

There was no smear campaign on the former player. If you want to discuss RG3, move to the other link. This is for current Free Agents not former players.

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I would like the Skins to sign Reggie Nelson to a short-term deal.

I'd also like to see a deal get done with Junior Gallette. Junior is wacky but he can rush the passer.

Beyond those two, I don't know. Perhaps Prince Amukamura could help us.

I'm really not expecting the Skins to achieve much in FA with all of the mad money some teams are throwing around. It's hard for a team to sign the FA's they would like to have and still be able to stay the course cap-wise and financially.