2010 NFL Off-Season Rumors and Reports (Week 3)

Giantone · 03-19-2010, 03:49 AM

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Originally Posted by GTripp0012

Clausen is definitely a McNabb/Campbell type of ball-holder. He's nothing like Jay Cutler or Eli Manning on the sack spectrum. IMO, one of Clausen's greatest strengths is that he's smart with the football.

..in college,the pro game is different.

12thMan · 03-19-2010, 12:31 AM

Sammy you just reminded me of something as I was thinking about the Skins picking him and it really hasn't been talked about.

I don't think it's out of the question that Clausen wants to vindicate the Notre Dame program by becoming a standout pro quarterback. I know I'm reaching with that theory, but if you look at the past few QBs to come out of Notre Dame and it's not a stretch to say they've disappointed. I think there's a lot of pride there and maybe a team with our history and tradition will resonate with him. I don't know, like I said, it's just a hunch I have but...

Slingin Sammy 33 · 03-19-2010, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by 12thMan

I don't think it's out of the question that Clausen wants to vindicate the Notre Dame program by becoming a standout pro quarterback. I know I'm reaching with that theory, but if you look at the past few QBs to come out of Notre Dame and it's not a stretch to say they've disappointed. I think there's a lot of pride there and maybe a team with our history and tradition will resonate with him. I don't know, like I said, it's just a hunch I have but...

IMO, I don't think that's on Clausen's radar at all. He's much more concerned with being a successful NFL QB and helping his team win. He went to ND because of Weis' coaching and how that would set him up for the NFL. If Weis wasn't there, he could've very easily wound up at USC.

GTripp0012 · 03-19-2010, 12:37 AM

I'd imagine the easiest way to vindicate ND's program would have been to stay and win at Notre Dame. I think it's accepted in this day and age that QBs leave school early, but many an Irish traditionalist feel spurned by Clausen for not winning, but leaving before he had done his job in college.

There is probably an element of arrogance there, as Clausen should be looking out for himself first, but I do think that looking out for himself ($) came at the expense of ND winning a bunch in 2010.

Oh, and I <3 Brian Kelly.

12thMan · 03-19-2010, 12:45 AM

I think the sense that Weis wasn't returning had to influence his decision as well. Sure the money and opportunity played a larger role, perhaps. But I wonder what impact, if any, that had on his decision to leave ND.

Pocket$ $traight · 03-19-2010, 12:50 AM

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Originally Posted by 12thMan

I think the sense that Weis wasn't returning had to influence his decision as well. Sure the money and opportunity played a larger role, perhaps. But I wonder what impact, if any, that had on his decision to leave ND.

If he gets picked 4th (or anywhere near the top) it was the right decision. The $ is just too good and if you add that to the fact that rookie contracts are going to be under intense scrutiny in the next CBA, he had to do it.

GTripp0012 · 03-19-2010, 01:12 AM

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Originally Posted by 12thMan

I think the sense that Weis wasn't returning had to influence his decision as well. Sure the money and opportunity played a larger role, perhaps. But I wonder what impact, if any, that had on his decision to leave ND.

Good point. A lot, I'd imagine.

CultBrennan59 · 03-19-2010, 01:03 AM

what happened today with joey porter? Contract talks yet?

SmootSmack · 03-19-2010, 07:28 AM

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Originally Posted by CultBrennan59

what happened today with joey porter? Contract talks yet?

They'll talk business today. Last night was just a friendly dinner

GTripp0012 · 03-19-2010, 01:23 AM

According to Wikipedia, Andre Carter plays defensive end for the New Orleans Saints.

Andre Carter - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Either somebody knows something we don't, or someone who has access to the internet wants us to "know" something we don't.

SmootSmack · 03-19-2010, 07:27 AM

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Originally Posted by GTripp0012

According to Wikipedia, Andre Carter plays defensive end for the New Orleans Saints.

Andre Carter - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Either somebody knows something we don't, or someone who has access to the internet wants us to "know" something we don't.

Well that's interesting...guess it would explain why he's been a bit of a no show this week. And could be the "huge news" I've been told to expect out of Redskin Park today...or could just be Tripp conducting his usual wikiantics

Still, a 2011 3rd round pick that could be a 2nd? That's not too bad. Except with the Saints we're talking basically a 4th that could be a 3rd.

tryfuhl · 03-19-2010, 07:58 AM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Well that's interesting...guess it would explain why he's been a bit of a no show this week. And could be the "huge news" I've been told to expect out of Redskin Park today...or could just be Tripp conducting his usual wikiantics

Still, a 2011 3rd round pick that could be a 2nd? That's not too bad. Except with the Saints we're talking basically a 4th that could be a 3rd.

yeah that's a good deal, I'd take it

looking forward to the full scoop

Pocket$ $traight · 03-19-2010, 08:16 AM

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Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Well that's interesting...guess it would explain why he's been a bit of a no show this week. And could be the "huge news" I've been told to expect out of Redskin Park today...or could just be Tripp conducting his usual wikiantics

Still, a 2011 3rd round pick that could be a 2nd? That's not too bad. Except with the Saints we're talking basically a 4th that could be a 3rd.

If that is the case, cudos to Allen. It seemed pretty obvious that Carter was the odd man out. I have no bad things to say about Carter. While his production was up and down, he brought it every game. He is a true professional and I would be very happy for him if he landed on a good team like New Orleans.

tryfuhl · 03-19-2010, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by GTripp0012

According to Wikipedia, Andre Carter plays defensive end for the New Orleans Saints.

Andre Carter - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Either somebody knows something we don't, or someone who has access to the internet wants us to "know" something we don't.

edit history

5:35p 3/18 - Herndon area ISP
- On March 18, 2010 he was traded to the New Orleans Saints for their third round pick, which could turn into a second round pick should he make the Pro Bowl.

11:35p 3/18
- On March 18, 2010 he was traded to the New Orleans Saints for their 2012 tenth round pick, which could turn into a sixth round pick should he make spagetti really well for his family.

current still has him as a saint but any trade info has been removed

CultBrennan59 · 03-19-2010, 01:25 AM

^He's getting traded there, thats old news

03-19-2010, 12:31 AM	#2
12thMan MVP Join Date: May 2005 Location: washington, D.C. Posts: 11,460	Re: 2010 NFL Off-Season Rumors and Reports (Week 3) Sammy you just reminded me of something as I was thinking about the Skins picking him and it really hasn't been talked about. I don't think it's out of the question that Clausen wants to vindicate the Notre Dame program by becoming a standout pro quarterback. I know I'm reaching with that theory, but if you look at the past few QBs to come out of Notre Dame and it's not a stretch to say they've disappointed. I think there's a lot of pride there and maybe a team with our history and tradition will resonate with him. I don't know, like I said, it's just a hunch I have but...

03-19-2010, 12:37 AM	#4
GTripp0012 Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Evanston, IL Age: 38 Posts: 15,994	Re: 2010 NFL Off-Season Rumors and Reports (Week 3) I'd imagine the easiest way to vindicate ND's program would have been to stay and win at Notre Dame. I think it's accepted in this day and age that QBs leave school early, but many an Irish traditionalist feel spurned by Clausen for not winning, but leaving before he had done his job in college. There is probably an element of arrogance there, as Clausen should be looking out for himself first, but I do think that looking out for himself ($) came at the expense of ND winning a bunch in 2010. Oh, and I <3 Brian Kelly. __________________ according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

03-19-2010, 12:45 AM	#5
12thMan MVP Join Date: May 2005 Location: washington, D.C. Posts: 11,460	Re: 2010 NFL Off-Season Rumors and Reports (Week 3) I think the sense that Weis wasn't returning had to influence his decision as well. Sure the money and opportunity played a larger role, perhaps. But I wonder what impact, if any, that had on his decision to leave ND.

03-19-2010, 01:03 AM	#8
CultBrennan59 Pro Bowl Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 6,526	Re: 2010 NFL Off-Season Rumors and Reports (Week 3) what happened today with joey porter? Contract talks yet? __________________ "Anyones better than Madieu Williams"

03-19-2010, 01:23 AM	#10
GTripp0012 Living Legend Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Evanston, IL Age: 38 Posts: 15,994	Re: 2010 NFL Off-Season Rumors and Reports (Week 3) According to Wikipedia, Andre Carter plays defensive end for the New Orleans Saints. Andre Carter - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Either somebody knows something we don't, or someone who has access to the internet wants us to "know" something we don't. __________________ according to a source with knowledge of the situation.

03-19-2010, 01:25 AM	#15
CultBrennan59 Pro Bowl Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 6,526	Re: 2010 NFL Off-Season Rumors and Reports (Week 3) ^He's getting traded there, thats old news __________________ "Anyones better than Madieu Williams"

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