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[quote=WCommandersfan99;1376677]Flacco must really want to play football still lol. Dude is 40 with a ring and has evolved into a journeyman on crappy teams. One can't even say his legacy is being tarnished because the teams he's playing for suck so bad.[/quote]

The new Vinny Testaverde...

Maybe he's got a bet on to see how many times he can play against the Steelers?

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The 2027 offseason is a key offseason for that 24 QB draft class.

1st round picks can have that 5th year option picked up and the then 3rd year, entering Year 4, players can negotiate a contract extension.

I’ll just talk about the first round picks since the other round picks have no impact.

[B][U]5th Year Option [/U][/B]

Williams and Nix have played the most and will
definitely get that 5th year option.

Maye is next and he will get the 5th year option.


Daniels is a question mark. Another injury plagued season and he doesn’t get the option picked up. He plays the full season, he gets his option picked up.

McCarthy and Pennix, even if they play the full season probably won’t get the option
picked up. They need more than one full season, to judge them.

[B][U]Contract Extension [/U][/B]

I think Williams, Nix and Maye will be offered the extension. Whether they do get one, is unknown.

Daniel’s might also be offered the extension, if he plays the full 3rd year.

I don’t know if McCarthy or Pennix will get offered an extension after one season of full play. If neither play a full 3rd year; definitely not. Right now they are closer to being busts than getting that 2nd contract.

Those contract negotiations will be interesting as 6 QBs will be looking for that extension/2nd contract. Who jumps first?

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The odds are not good for JD5 to play a healthy season based on what we've seen.. I'm still a huge fan of his but I will say the concern for a consistent stretch of seasons is there

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Now that everyone has been hired at the head coach level; it’s on to the QB carousel.

Since the draft really has one qb, Mendoza; the veteran market should be lively again. At least trying to a short term stopgap for this year and maybe next. Also, could see teams trying to get 1st or 2nd round picks in the 2027 draft; since next year is a more qb friendly draft.

Cousins should be released by the Falcons. Cardinals rumored to be moving on from Murray and the Dolphins to move on from Tua.

Could be a lot of teams tanking for the 27 draft class, since the 26 QB market is thin.

So look at the teams in the market:

Dolphins- They move on from Tua , what stopgap qb? Moving on from Tua takes a big bite of the cap.

Jets- Fields is done. No free agent will want to come here as Glenn is likely going to get fired at some point. They will have a high draft pick again in 2027.

Steelers- McCarthy might be able to convince Rodgers to come back for one more year but Steelers need that long term QB.

Browns- Probably run it back with Sanders and Dillon and since they are stuck with Watson’s contract; Watson might play also. I can see them to move to get more 27 picks ; so they can draft a QB.

Colts- Expect another year with Daniel Jones. They might wait a year before giving him a long term deal.

Raiders- Drafting Mendoza

Cards- If they trade Murray, maybe a short term deal with Cousins??? Who knows.

Vikings- They might get another long term qb, in case JJ doesn’t work out. JJ is closer to bustville than breaking out.

Falcons- They are releasing Cousins and give Pennix another go.

I can see teams trading for Murray and signing Cousins. Somebody might sign Wilson as a stopgap. I don’t see anyone wanting Tua.

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If I were to predict:

Steelers and Rodgers go one more year. If not I can see the Steelers pursuing Cousins on a 1 or 2 years deal.
Dolphins probably look at a young FA, but could they afford someone like Willis? He's probably done enough to be paid well and Dolphins have Tua's cap money headaches.
Jets probably same as Dolphins so could be competing for the same FA talent pool.
Cards too will probably go young so I'm not sure about Cousins there. I think they could very well try and trade back in rd 1 and pick Simpson.

Rest I agree with.

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[B][URL="https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47876708/2026-nfl-offseason-quarterbacks-bad-market-teams-needs-free-agency-draft-trade"]https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/47876708/2026-nfl-offseason-quarterbacks-bad-market-teams-needs-free-agency-draft-trade[/URL][/B]


>>>
Welcome to the 2026 NFL offseason. If your favorite team needs a quarterback, I have some bad news.

Because many football fans are just now turning their eyes to the offseason, here's a quick overview. The 2026 NFL draft class isn't particularly strong overall, and it is extremely thin at quarterback. After presumed first selection Fernando Mendoza (Heisman winner, national champion at Indiana and Raiders QB in a little under three months), the best options are Alabama's Ty Simpson and ... probably LSU's Garrett Nussmeier? This class might play out like 2022, when only one quarterback went in Round 1 (Kenny Pickett, No. 20) and only four went in the first two days.

There are some names available in the veteran quarterback market, but those names aren't very exciting. While last offseason included free agent quarterbacks such as (now-Super Bowl champion) Sam Darnold, Daniel Jones and Aaron Rodgers, this offseason's pool includes ... well, Daniel Jones (off an Achilles injury) and Aaron Rodgers (one year older). Because Jones and Rodgers are both strongly suspected to stay with their current teams, the biggest contract might fall to Packers backup and quality spot starter Malik Willis. Or could the Falcons' Kirk Cousins get one more solid contract after Atlanta releases him before the new league year begins March 11? <<<<<<<<<<


...........Click Link for full article.

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Malik Willis has shown enough filling in at Green Bay to get a second shot at a starting gig.

Marcus is likely to sign somewhere as a stopgap, instead of spending more time backing up Jayden.

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Malik Willis has shown enough filling in at Green Bay to get a second shot at a starting gig.

Marcus is likely to sign somewhere as a stopgap, instead of spending more time backing up Jayden.

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Any team signing Willis to be a starter is a fool.

Agreed that Marcus is likely to sign with a new team as there are several teams who need a QB and there aren't enough QBs in the draft or free agency.

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[B]Click link for full Article. [/B]


[url]https://www.nbcsports.com/nfl/profootballtalk/rumor-mill/news/the-quarterback-carousel-will-soon-be-spinning[/url]

>>>> Every year, the coaching carousel spins first. Then, the quarterback carousel whirls.

It’s coming soon. Veteran quarterbacks will be cut, traded, signed. Teams will reshuffle their depth charts with changes at the most important position on the team.

In a recent item about the potential contract prospects of Packers (for now) backup Malik Willis, some of the veteran options were listed. Here’s a look at the various teams that will have decisions to make regarding veteran quarterbacks currently on the roster, or to be added once the new league year begins.<<<<<

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Will be an interesting offseason for qbs and one of the more active ones also. I cannot remember going into an offseason with this many unknowns: Rodgers, Murray, Tua, Cousins, Fields, Willis, Smith, Penix, etc. I expect a highly active FA market overall in addition to qbs.

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It will be interesting to see what happens to:

Pennix- Falcons are moving on from Cousins but buzz they might move on from Pennix. He might not be a fit either way new guys in Atlanta and there’s the injury concern. If he get cut, only backup job awaits him.

Tua- New regime might take the entire 1 year cap hit this year. That’s 99 million. I don’t see who would want him. Can’t play in cold or against better teams. Also, probably another concussion from ending his career.

Murray- Cards likely moving on from him. I think someone will sign him for a one year deal.

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[quote=88Commanders00;1379900]It will be interesting to see what happens to:

Pennix- Falcons are moving on from Cousins but buzz they might move on from Pennix. He might not be a fit either way new guys in Atlanta and there’s the injury concern. If he get cut, only backup job awaits him.

Tua- New regime might take the entire 1 year cap hit this year. That’s 99 million. I don’t see who would want him. Can’t play in cold or against better teams. Also, probably another concussion from ending his career.

Murray- Cards likely moving on from him. I think someone will sign him for a one year deal.[/quote]No clue what Stefanski will want to do in Atlanta. I expect Cousins to be gone but would be surprised if Penix is also but maybe so. Imagine Stefanski is ecstatic to be out of Cleveland.

Agree on Tua. He should honestly retire.

Murray has indicated a preference to possibly go to Minny which I could see. Could be intriguing there if occurs.

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Dolphins cut Tua with 6/1 designation. $99 million spread out over 2 years.

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Malik Willis signs with Dolphins.

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Tua signs a 1 year deal with Falcons.

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[quote=88Commanders00;1379981]Malik Willis designs with Dolphins.[/quote]

What, a new helmet logo? 🤪

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Now that Kyler signed with Minny for a year as expected; is that Cousins to Arizona?
Everyone assume Aaron is coming back to Steelers.

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Kyler playing in the dome with O'Connell and Jefferson could be very interesting. Loaded division. Tua and Penix likely to battle for starting gig in Atlanta.

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Cousins signs a deal with Raiders. He probably starts the season until they feel Mendoza is ready to take over. If Kirk plays well enough during his time starting, he could be traded if other teams need a qb before trade deadline or setting himself for something in 27.

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[quote=88Commanders00;1380281]Cousins signs a deal with Raiders. He probably starts the season until they feel Mendoza is ready to take over. If Kirk plays well enough during his time starting, he could be traded if other teams need a qb before trade deadline or setting himself for something in 27.[/quote]Cousins is officially a journeyman. I always thought he was a good qb honestly. Will never forget when he pulled up to camp in the minivan with us one year. Will definitely keep an eye on him Vegas. Clearly dude doesn't want to retire.

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[quote=WCommandersfan99;1380282]Cousins is officially a journeyman. I always thought he was a good qb honestly. Will never forget when he pulled up to camp in the minivan with us one year. Will definitely keep an eye on him Vegas. Clearly dude doesn't want to retire.[/quote]

Making that kind of money -- why would he? Not that he'll get it all as there's a limit about what is guaranteed, but he's now surpassed Tom Brady for $ under his several FA contracts. Which is insane.

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[quote=calia;1380283]Making that kind of money -- why would he? [/quote]He's almost 38 years years old and worth nearly 200 million. Many would want to travel, relax, and hang out with the fam instead of getting beat up every week. His choice. Dude has stones to jump into Vegas dealing with Davis and Brady.

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If he sees the field for any significant action it means Mendoza is hurt or a bust. He's insurance, so unlikely to get significantly beat up now.

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[quote=AnonEmouse;1380285]If he sees the field for any significant action it means Mendoza is hurt or a bust. He's insurance, so unlikely to get significantly beat up now.[/quote]

Not necessarily. Klint said that it would be ideal for a rookie QB to sit behind a vet QB. I imagine it will depend on how Cousins pick up the offense during the training camp, which should be no issue for him.

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[quote=AnonEmouse;1380285]If he sees the field for any significant action it means Mendoza is hurt or a bust. He's insurance, so unlikely to get significantly beat up now.[/quote]Cousins starts week 1. Mendoza needs to sit and learn. If anyone knows about this it is Tom Brady. Where he's drafted doesn't equate to him being a day 1 immediate starter.

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Kirk Cousins is a sure fire Hall of Famer - in the business of sports.

Big props to him, king of the guaranteed money.

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I’d also add Cousins is still one of the best 32 QBs in the league. I think he has a lot to provide from a mentor standpoint especially when dealing with things out of your locus of control from a front office perspective.

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[quote=BaltimoreSkins;1380294]I’d also add Cousins is still one of the best 32 QBs in the league. I think he has a lot to provide from a mentor standpoint especially when dealing with things out of your locus of control from a front office perspective.[/quote]I think he would play the mentor role also well on the field and dealing with the front office. He has stated he was unaware when he signed with Atlanta that they were going to draft Penix. Cousins is clearly battle tested somehow surviving Allen/Snyder (Kurt Cousins smh). Like this move a lot for Vegas.

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we are one injury riddle season from being back on this carousel ; hopefully jd5 stays upright in next season

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Russell Wilson who had an offer to be the Jets backup QB, decided to retire instead. He will now be part of CBS’s NFL Today.

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CBS Nation let’s ride

RW is such a cornball, curious to see how he transitions to broadcasting

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I'm having a hard time imaging Wilson doing well with broadcasting

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Baker Mayfield supposedly wants 90-100 million per year. Good luck with that.

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[QUOTE=88Commanders00;1380791]Baker Mayfield supposedly wants 90-100 million per year. Good luck with that.[/QUOTE]


That can’t be serious.


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This article here implies Mayfield is seeking $65 million annually. Imagine it's just for negotiation purposes and they eventually reach a deal. Always thought he was good not elite.

[url]https://www.pewterreport.com/baker-mayfield-bucs-contract-standoff/[/url]