why no extension?

[dmek25]

im really starting to like the McNabb trade. but as long as its for at least 3 years. im wondering why there hasn't been a contract extension yet? or am i just getting antsy?

[FRPLG]

I think our new management isn't as enamored with shelling out Dan's money in ridiculous sums as the past regimes. My guess is they take more seriously the idea of fiscal responsibility and cap smart contracts. Sort of ironic that it took until there actually wasn't a cap for the FO to finally operate like there is one.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

I think our new management isn't as enamored with shelling out Dan's money in ridiculous sums as the past regimes. My guess is they take more seriously the idea of fiscal responsibility and cap smart contracts. Sort of ironic that it took until there actually wasn't a cap for the FO to finally operate like there is one.

Well said, and I totally agree. Chances are Donovan's agent is trying to steamroll management into a huge contract like we've given past their prime vets in the past, and has come to find out that club isn't in Bruce Allen's bag. I wouldn't be surprised if the perceived "delay" has something to do with the two sides starting negotiations very far apart numbers-wise.

[redsk1]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

I think our new management isn't as enamored with shelling out Dan's money in ridiculous sums as the past regimes. My guess is they take more seriously the idea of fiscal responsibility and cap smart contracts. Sort of ironic that it took until there actually wasn't a cap for the FO to finally operate like there is one.

Isn't this an idoitic trade if we only have McNabb for 1 season? Then it'll be a one year rental where we gave a 2 and a 3 to a division rival.

If we get McNabb for 3 years or so, I kind of like it. If we get him for 1 year, we've wasted more picks. I don't see how it can be seen another way.

[davy]

Originally Posted by redsk1

Isn't this an idoitic trade if we only have McNabb for 1 season? Then it'll be a one year rental where we gave a 2 and a 3 to a division rival.

If we get McNabb for 3 years or so, I kind of like it. If we get him for 1 year, we've wasted more picks. I don't see how it can be seen another way.

Yes.

If Vinny had done this he would have been ripped to shreds.

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Could you imagine Vinny without a cap, his eyes would have popped out of his head.

[Skinny Tee]

The Skins better pray that they sign him before the season starts. If he sees our lack of OL talent this season without a new contract he'll be on the first plane out of DC when the season is over.

Don't let this season start without signing him to a new contract. That would be the dumbest thing you could do next to trading a 2nd & (3rd)/4th round pick for him.


If I was McNabb I'd see how this season goes and how the FO plans on outfitting the OL. If they don't draft an OL or offensive help, I'd let this season ride without a new contract and then get on a competitive team next year, a la Brett Favre.

[internetcareer]

Originally Posted by Skinny Tee

The Skins better pray that they sign him before the season starts. If he sees our lack of OL talent this season without a new contract he'll be on the first plane out of DC when the season is over.

Don't let this season start without signing him to a new contract. That would be the dumbest thing you could do next to trading a 2nd & (3rd)/4th round pick for him.


If I was McNabb I'd see how this season goes and how the FO plans on outfitting the OL. If they don't draft an OL or offensive help, I'd let this season ride without a new contract and then get on a competitive team next year, a la Brett Favre.

Rediculous. McNabb is the Redskins property so he is going nowhere. After this season, without an extension, the franchise desgination will keep him here. However, he will earn more guaranteed money if he extends right now because it will include a $15-20 million dollar bonus I am sure. Still, there are MANY MANY things yet to play out so do not be deceived that you think you know everything that is going on, that you know the future plans of Allen and Shanny, or think that the Redskins are done wheeling and dealing. We now have shrewd operators at the helm of this ship. So just calm down and be patient. You almost sound like a disgruntled Eagles fan actually.

[Skinny Tee]

Originally Posted by internetcareer

Rediculous. McNabb is the Redskins property so he is going nowhere. After this season, without an extension, the franchise desgination will keep him here. However, he will earn more guaranteed money if he extends right now because it will include a $15-20 million dollar bonus I am sure. Still, there are MANY MANY things yet to play out so do not be deceived that you think you know everything that is going on, that you know the future plans of Allen and Shanny, or think that the Redskins are done wheeling and dealing. We now have shrewd operators at the helm of this ship. So just calm down and be patient. You almost sound like a disgruntled Eagles fan actually.

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Actually as of right now, McNabb is an unrestricted free agent after this season which makes signing him so important. If he plays this year, takes a lot of hits and the team doesn't look remotely competitive, what's his incentive on seeing it out with our franchise when there's teams like the Vikings who are Super Bowl ready with a standout QB.

To boot the CBA doesn't have any rules on player tags beyond the 2010 season so we will need to see what happens with that before any real scenarios take place.


BTW, this site functions as a forum of fan discussion. If you're put out by simple assertions from the fans perhaps you've cut your teeth on the wrong board.

[tryfuhl]

Originally Posted by Skinny Tee

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Actually as of right now, McNabb is an unrestricted free agent after this season which makes signing him so important. If he plays this year, takes a lot of hits and the team doesn't look remotely competitive, what's his incentive on seeing it out with our franchise when there's teams like the Vikings who are Super Bowl ready with a standout QB.

To boot the CBA doesn't have any rules on player tags beyond the 2010 season so we will need to see what happens with that before any real scenarios take place.


BTW, this site functions as a forum of fan discussion. If you're put out by simple assertions from the fans perhaps you've cut your teeth on the wrong board.

If you think that we won't have him extended before the season I'm not sure what to say.

You have seemed really bitter lately though. I mean I get not having unbridled hopes but you're all doom and gloom right now it seems. I haven't seen a post from you in awhile that credits even one unit, much less side of the ball or whatever.

btw and offtopic, you guys set a date yet?

[Skinny Tee]

Originally Posted by tryfuhl

If you think that we won't have him extended before the season I'm not sure what to say.

You have seemed really bitter lately though. I mean I get not having unbridled hopes but you're all doom and gloom right now it seems. I haven't seen a post from you in awhile that credits even one unit, much less side of the ball or whatever.

btw and offtopic, you guys set a date yet?

Yeah...we have a month and a half until the big day. Just met the violinist this past weekend and have things in place. Thanks for asking man.


I'm not saying we won't have him signed, especially with the proclivity of Snyder to spend cash, but the fact that we don't have him signed yet. That really should have been figured out before the trade was executed. I don't think McNabb should have a period of time to debate a resigning. If he picked us then stipulate that when the trade is transacted and make his extension contingent on it.

I just mentioned that if I was McNabb I would put the contract extension on ice and see how this season plays out. If the Skins did poorly I wouldn't stick around to see it through. McNabb certainly isn't playing for money at this point in his career so there are teams out there that he'd want to help to a Super Bowl immediately.


Not bitter, just waiting for our liabilities to be addressed...it's been 2 years straight in which we've made major additions to places other than OL, all the while it being our major liability. Not one high draft pick traded or selected has been done anything about it.

[GusFrerotte]

What the no extension might mean is that Shanny has his eye on a nice young QB to be the franchise guy and Donovan's understudy for a few years, then whammo, bye bye McNabb.

[Ruhskins]

Originally Posted by GusFrerotte

What the no extension might mean is that Shanny has his eye on a nice young QB to be the franchise guy and Donovan's understudy for a few years, then whammo, bye bye McNabb.

Or it could mean that we actually have a FO that won't overpay people and are taking their time.

[Lotus]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

Or it could mean that we actually have a FO that won't overpay people and are taking their time.

Yes. We've only had McNabb for a week. Chill people, smart extensions take time to work out.

[Monkeydad]

Originally Posted by Lotus

Yes. We've only had McNabb for a week. Chill people, smart extensions take time to work out.

Absolutely. Allen and Shanahan are not stupid enough to give a 2nd and 3rd/4th for a 1-year rental QB.

He'll be extended and will play at least 4 good seasons here. Remember, Donovan WANTED to come here. He won't settle for a one-and-done either.