Plaxico out of jail; on the radar of two teams according to Rosenhaus

[GMScud]

Good football topics have been tough sledding lately. So I guess here's something to talk about:

We all know Burress got out of prison yesterday. So according to Drew Rosenhaus, two teams have stayed in contact with him about Plaxico's availability once he was released. I know Vick wants him and he'd make sense for the Eagles....

So what about the Redskins? Well, John Clayton was just on NFL Live, and his top 4 as far as likelihood to sign Burress were: 1) Eagles 2) Redskins 3) Rams 4) Jets. Interesting.

Are the Redskins one of the two teams supposedly interested? Do you think we should sign Plax?

I think we are in fact one of the two teams, but I'm not so sure about signing him.

Plaxico Burress on radar for 2 teams, agent Drew Rosenhaus says - ESPN

[Ruhskins]

IF there is a CBA agreement with RFA rules similar to those before 2010, you will have the following WRs as unrestricted FAs:

- Sidney Rice
- Santonio Holmes
- Steve Smith (NYG)
- Braylon Edwards

With these guys available, I there won't be much of a market for Plax.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

IF there is a CBA agreement with RFA rules similar to those before 2010, you will have the following WRs as unrestricted FAs:

- Sidney Rice
- Santonio Holmes
- Steve Smith (NYG)
- Braylon Edwards

With these guys available, I there won't be much of a market for Plax.

I'd be stunned if the Jets don't give Holmes a bunch of money, same with the Giants and Steve Smith. I like Sidney Rice A LOT, but I think someone is going to really overpay him, and I hope it's not us. Braylon Edwards is garbage.

[mlmpetert]

Will a 34 year old reciever that just got out of jail be able to contribute at all? I dont see a problem having him here for camp to see if he can do anything still, but i dont think there will be camp. I would much rather give a roster spot to one of the many young guys we got or bring back Marko Mitchell.

I mean once the season start his career is done right? I dont see him making it with anyone

[firstdown]

Originally Posted by mlmpetert

Will a 34 year old reciever that just got out of jail be able to contribute at all? I dont see a problem having him here for camp to see if he can do anything still, but i dont think there will be camp. I would much rather give a roster spot to one of the many young guys we got or bring back Marko Mitchell.

I mean once the season start his career is done right? I dont see him making it with anyone

I heard the same stuff said about Vick. The biggest hit Plax has had in 2 years was when he shot himself.

[Longtimefan]

Originally Posted by mlmpetert

Will a 34 year old reciever that just got out of jail be able to contribute at all? I dont see a problem having him here for camp to see if he can do anything still, but i dont think there will be camp. I would much rather give a roster spot to one of the many young guys we got or bring back Marko Mitchell.

I mean once the season start his career is done right? I dont see him making it with anyone

Was just reading an article on Marko Mitchell....the WR with four catches in ten games trying to figure out why he was cut.

Redskins & Plaxico Burress not made for each other « DC Pro Sports Report | Washington Redskins, Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards, and Washington Nationals news source!

[Giantone]

Originally Posted by Longtimefan

Was just reading an article on Marko Mitchell....the WR with four catches in ten games trying to figure out why he was cut.

Redskins & Plaxico Burress not made for each other « DC Pro Sports Report | Washington Redskins, Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards, and Washington Nationals news source!

This is what I was alluding to when I said Cooley should keep his comments to himself,he just doesn't know what went on with the other teams so he can't know if he has changed.
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Finally, there is the question of Burress’ character. Could he come out of prison a changed man, determined to live a life on the straight and narrow, devoted to football for as long as possible? Sure. But it isn’t likely. The Steelers let Burress go even though he was a valuable receiver because of his terrible work habits and refusal to be a team player. The Giants signed him despite these problems, but Burress missed so many practices and other team functions that the Giants fined him in excess of $100,000 during his time with the team."

[Slingin Sammy 33]

He'll have maybe one or two more effective seasons (not Pro Bowl, but solid numbers), just not in DC. Doesn't fit with us, we're unstable at QB, he'd be unhappy and then the fun would begin.

[NLC1054]

The only reason Plaxico Burress is linked with the Redskins is because we're the Redskins and apparently we'll sign and overpay every veteran ever.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by NLC1054

The only reason Plaxico Burress is linked with the Redskins is because we're the Redskins and apparently we'll sign and overpay every veteran ever.

I disagree. I mean, I know we've overpaid for vets plenty of times, but I think we're linked to him because we had one of, if not the worst WR corps over the past few seasons, and one of the biggest pieces missing from that is a big, possession receiver who can be a legit red zone threat.

Can Plaxico ever be those things again? Possibly. 2 years in prison will change a man. Maybe he comes out a man possessed and looks great for a few years. I wouldn't hate it if we gave him a shot (no pun intended), but I'm not sure. If we do sign him, I hope we don't assume he's going to solve problems for us in the receiving game.

[mlmdub130]

Originally Posted by GMScud

I disagree. I mean, I know we've overpaid for vets plenty of times, but I think we're linked to him because we had one of, if not the worst WR corps over the past few seasons, and one of the biggest pieces missing from that is a big, possession receiver who can be a legit red zone threat.
Can Plaxico ever be those things again? Possibly. 2 years in prison will change a man. Maybe he comes out a man possessed and looks great for a few years. I wouldn't hate it if we gave him a shot (no pun intended), but I'm not sure. If we do sign him, I hope we don't assume he's going to solve problems for us in the receiving game.

hopefully hankerson can contribute in that department as well. as for plax it is very tempting, very, but the way i see it is he can only really contribute another 3 years at best so he is just another stop gap....but if we can get him dirt cheap and kick the tires i why not, the guy is a physical freak.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by mlmdub130

hopefully hankerson can contribute in that department as well. as for plax it is very tempting, very, but the way i see it is he can only really contribute another 3 years at best so he is just another stop gap....but if we can get him dirt cheap and kick the tires i why not, the guy is a physical freak.

Yeah that's the real reason it's tempting. Hankerson is 6-2 210, but Plax is 6-5 and his playing weight is around 235lbs.

I don't think character will be an issue with Plax moving forward. I guess for me it's all about the money.

[mlmdub130]

Originally Posted by GMScud

Yeah that's the real reason it's tempting. Hankerson is 6-2 210, but Plax is 6-5 and his playing weight is around 235lbs.

I don't think character will be an issue with Plax moving forward. I guess for me it's all about the money.

pretty much, and the nice thing is knowing burce allen is in charge of the finances, i'm not as worried we will pull the quick trigger. it will be interesting to watch it unfold whe the lockout is over. damn you lockout, damn you

[Lotus]

Originally Posted by mlmdub130

hopefully hankerson can contribute in that department as well. as for plax it is very tempting, very, but the way i see it is he can only really contribute another 3 years at best so he is just another stop gap....but if we can get him dirt cheap and kick the tires i why not, the guy is a physical freak.

So you think that we should give Plax a shot? You think he'll give us a leg up? Or will he be a loose cannon?

[firstdown]

Do we even need any more WR's?