Commanders free agency thread

[MTK]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

It's not necessarily the amount of money a lot of times, but how it is distributed and how does it affect this year's cap.

I think they just like the player more too. Norwell was all pro in 2017.

[nonniey]

Originally Posted by MTK

I think they just like the player more too. Norwell was all pro in 2017.

Problem is if he is as or more expensive than Flowers was we just switched a younger player that played well for us for an older player that may be better but has to be integrated into our line and costs us a comp pick. If he costs less then I can see the utility.

[Chief X_Phackter]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

It's not necessarily the amount of money a lot of times, but how it is distributed and how does it affect this year's cap.

That's what I meant - wonder if it's less than what Flowers' cap hit was this year.

[FrenchSkin]

Originally Posted by Chief X_Phackter

Nice. Wonder if it is less than what Flowers was set to make.

It should be, one is 27 and the other 30, but not by a big margin IMO, if I'm reading this correctly Norwell was making 9M/yr the last 2 seasons.

Either way, I'm not going to freak out over it. I would have loved to see Flowers extended instead of released... But we needed a guard, and they seem to have got a decent guard. I'm ok with it pretty much regardless of the $ (would make more sense if Norwell gets way less than Flowers obviously, but...).

[SFREDSKIN]

I wouldn't mind Trevor Penning in the 1st round either, he would solidify the OL.

[nonniey]

Originally Posted by FrenchSkin

It should be, one is 27 and the other 30, but not by a big margin IMO, if I'm reading this correctly Norwell was making 9M/yr the last 2 seasons.

Either way, I'm not going to freak out over it. I would have loved to see Flowers extended instead of released... But we needed a guard, and they seem to have got a decent guard. I'm ok with it pretty much regardless of the $ (would make more sense if Norwell gets way less than Flowers obviously, but...).

The way I see it quality wise Norwell and Flowers were a wash when it comes to quality, so Norwell better damn well be cheaper because we also lost a comp pick with his signing.

[Chief X_Phackter]

Originally Posted by nonniey

The way I see it quality wise Norwell and Flowers were a wash when it comes to quality, so Norwell better damn well be cheaper because we also lost a comp pick with his signing.

I don't think we lose a comp pick.

Norwell was scheduled to be under contract for 2022, but the Jaguars agreed to shorten the contract in exchange for a pay cut for 2021. Shortening contracts make the player ineligible to generate compensatory picks for his former team.

[TheMalcolmConnection]

Should be a nice lateral move/upgrade. Does Schweizer man the other spot? I'm getting concerned about depth, but maybe you take someone in the draft.

[Chico23231]

Originally Posted by TheMalcolmConnection

Should be a nice lateral move/upgrade. Does Schweizer man the other spot? I'm getting concerned about depth, but maybe you take someone in the draft.

I’m thinking we pencil in Wes Schweitzer who has earned it to start the other side. I think we should draft a Guard for depth

Also, what’s up with our swing O Tackle position? Lucas was big there last year, we will need someone there as well.

[Chief X_Phackter]

Wagner is the top MLB option, but here's still a bunch of other MLBs out there that would be an instant upgrade. Gotta think they are pursuing one or two of those guys. AJ Johnson is solid if he's healthy - coming off a torn pec.

[MTK]

I think there's a good chance Wagner goes to Dallas and reunites with Quinn.

I wouldn't mind Vander Esch, I know there's the health thing, but no question he's a baller, and he's only 26

[skinsfaninok]

Originally Posted by MTK

I think there's a good chance Wagner goes to Dallas and reunites with Quinn.

I wouldn't mind Vander Esch, I know there's the health thing, but no question he's a baller, and he's only 26

Would be a nice fit too, I'm all for LVE

[skinsfaninok]

Announce Honey Badger please

[WCommandersfan99]

Originally Posted by skinsfaninok

Announce Honey Badger please

He's a leader and a playmaker. Think he would demand accountability in the secondary and the entire defense. Salivating at the thought of signing Mathieu and Wagner both. Not expecting it but one can dream.

[nonniey]

Originally Posted by skinsfaninok

Announce Honey Badger please

I thought we had our two safeties in McCain and Curl.