2009 Free Agents

[SmootSmack]

Looks like Tampa is gearing up for their big Haynesworth run

[BigHairedAristocrat]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Looks like Tampa is gearing up for their big Haynesworth run

Yup, hopefully they'll save us from ourselves (like the Bengals did last year) and make Haynesworth an offer he cant refuse. signing haynesworth is about they only thing they can do to meet the salary floor this year. what are they now, 60M under the cap?

As far as theyre released players, id be interested in Cato June. Id certainly rather him play OLB for 2M/year than have Jason Taylor play there at 8.5.

[MTK]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Looks like Tampa is gearing up for their big Haynesworth run

So much for their being little interest in teams signing him to a big money deal.

[JLee9718]

The Redskins should do anything to ensure that they have a solid offensive line in 2009. As mentioned by some others, moving Samuels to RT would be a smart move. It's going to be interesting to see how the Redskins handle the draft this year. They only have 4 picks.

[BigHairedAristocrat]

Originally Posted by JLee9718

The Redskins should do anything to ensure that they have a solid offensive line in 2009. As mentioned by some others, moving Samuels to RT would be a smart move. It's going to be interesting to see how the Redskins handle the draft this year. They only have 4 picks.

I think Samuels moving to RT would be a smart move, but we dont draft high enough to select a stud LT in the 1st round and there is no one in FA who i would sign who would be an upgrade over Samuels at LT.

I think our best bet is to draft an OT with our first pick, start him at RT this year and if he looks like a stud, move him to LT and Samuels to RT in 2010.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by BigHairedAristocrat

Yup, hopefully they'll save us from ourselves (like the Bengals did last year) and make Haynesworth an offer he cant refuse. signing haynesworth is about they only thing they can do to meet the salary floor this year. what are they now, 60M under the cap?

As far as theyre released players, id be interested in Cato June. Id certainly rather him play OLB for 2M/year than have Jason Taylor play there at 8.5.

We could get him on the cheap I'm sure. He's only a few seasons removed from being a pro-bowler, he's still under 30, and he's a DC native (played at Anacostia High School if I'm not mistaken).

[The Goat]

Originally Posted by BigHairedAristocrat

Yup, hopefully they'll save us from ourselves (like the Bengals did last year) and make Haynesworth an offer he cant refuse. signing haynesworth is about they only thing they can do to meet the salary floor this year. what are they now, 60M under the cap?

As far as theyre released players, id be interested in Cato June. Id certainly rather him play OLB for 2M/year than have Jason Taylor play there at 8.5.

That's ridiculous if it's true (i'm not sure and too lazy to look it up ) But it would sound as though TB will out-bid us then so my day seems a little brighter.

... June is a guy I'd be very interested in... over Boley and even over Crowell cuz of those knee issues. Interesting possibility.

[Ruhskins]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

Looks like Tampa is gearing up for their big Haynesworth run

I wonder if we'll dodge a bullet by not signing Haynesworth, just like when we did not trade for Dre Bly or Lance Briggs. Although if AH goes to Tampa and has a Pro Bowl year, I can see people complaining about it. I think I'd almost put money on it (almost, we're in bad economic times).

[SmootSmack]

New York Jets release wide receiver Laveranues Coles - New York Jets Football - NJ.com

[Ruhskins]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

New York Jets release wide receiver Laveranues Coles - New York Jets Football - NJ.com

Wow, talk about the ghost of Christmas past. I wonder if any team will pick him up.

[KLHJ2]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

New York Jets release wide receiver Laveranues Coles - New York Jets Football - NJ.com

He will end up back in NY earning less money. Dumb move LC.

[Ruhskins]

Originally Posted by The Goat

That's ridiculous if it's true (i'm not sure and too lazy to look it up ) But it would sound as though TB will out-bid us then so my day seems a little brighter.

... June is a guy I'd be very interested in... over Boley and even over Crowell cuz of those knee issues. Interesting possibility.

Since Cato Jone was brought up, here's the Stats Inc profile on him...

Cato June, LB
2008 Scouting Report - Scouts Inc.
Grade: 68 | Key
Alert: None

Comment: June moved from the weak outside linebacker position he was playing in Indianapolis to the strong outside linebacker position for the Buccaneers. He is undersized for the position, but plays with good instincts and is very athletic. He plays with a good motor and is very competitive going to the ball. He has the intelligence to play on either side and not miss a beat. He does a good job of recognizing blocking schemes and is quick to locate the level of the ball. He takes good angles and can adjust on the move. He can struggle when he has to take on and defeat blockers while at the point of attack and generally has to run around most blockers rather than take them on. He is not the strongest tackler and does not always come under control before contact, which can cause him to miss his share of tackles. He looks athletic when dropping into space and does a good job of defending the pass. He can close on the ball and shows ball skills when he gets to the area. While he probably fits the weak side linebacker spot better, he can be effective playing on the strong side, as well.

[theJBexperience]

Ken Lucas maybe gone from Carolina and will soon be on the long list to replace Carlos Rogers and/or Shawn Springs.

Also, DJ Hackett was released. Maybe, he'll come crawling to Zorn?

[SmootSmack]

Jacobs stays in NY

New York Giants reach long-term deal with Brandon Jacobs - New York Giants Football - NJ.com

[53Fan]

Sportsnite reports Shaun Suisham was tendered a 1 Mil dollar contract offer.