V. Jackson "Prepared to Sit out season"

[Dirtbag59]

Can't believe AJ would rather walk away with nothing instead of acquiring a second round pick. One that looks like it's going to be an early one should the Vikings continue on their current course.

[tryfuhl]

VJax definitely showing frustration

said obviously the Chargers wanted to get fair compensation for him, didn't understand why they thought he was only worth tender though

[tryfuhl]

well there is still a chance that they get something for him.. trade deadline isn't over... but they'll certainly get lower compensation unless someone's big guy goes down

[skinsfaninok]

please close this now

[tryfuhl]

Your life won't be the same if it remains open?

[skinsfaninok]

Originally Posted by tryfuhl

Your life won't be the same if it remains open?

LOL I'm just tired of talking about the guy. He won't be a Redskin so I don't care anymore..

[NYCskinfan82]

I've gone back and forth on this, the most anyone should of offered was a 2nd rd they get a 3rd based on if VJ signs with another team next yr and the size of his contract I beleive.

[SirClintonPortis]

Yeah, it's quite clear Smith wants to keep Jackson to San Diego one way or the other, but also lower his market value at the same time. The article says that he wanted the Vikes to sign VJax to a 1-year six million dollar contract. Sheesh.

[CRedskinsRule]

by trade deadline, Minnesota may very well have Sidney Rice back, they will certainly know how long he will be gone. Any leverage that SD had they lost. Unless VJ does hold out the whole season, and then we get to do this whole thing over again since he won't have accrued a league year...

[Ruhskins]

Originally Posted by CRedskinsRule

by trade deadline, Minnesota may very well have Sidney Rice back, they will certainly know how long he will be gone. Any leverage that SD had they lost. Unless VJ does hold out the whole season, and then we get to do this whole thing over again since he won't have accrued a league year...

I doubt he'd do this, he needs to accrue his season to become an UFA.

I find it funny that so many people on this thread are on VJ's side just because they want him to be a Redskins. Typically, whenever there is a story such as this (player vs. team) 9 times out of 10 the fans side with the team (i.e. Revis, up to a certain degree Haynesworth, pretty much any player that holds out). I know that every holdout is different, I just always see fans siding with the team (i.e. the guy should just show up; the player needs to honors his contract; etc., etc.).

[SirClintonPortis]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

I doubt he'd do this, he needs to accrue his season to become an UFA.

I find it funny that so many people on this thread are on VJ's side just because they want him to be a Redskins. Typically, whenever there is a story such as this (player vs. team) 9 times out of 10 the fans side with the team (i.e. Revis, up to a certain degree Haynesworth, pretty much any player that holds out). I know that every holdout is different, I just always see fans siding with the team (i.e. the guy should just show up; the player needs to honors his contract; etc., etc.).

It's a simple concept. Winning takes a higher priority than character except when the fan deems it convenient (aka when said player does not benefit "their team.). I said as much in the Haynesworth trade thread.

[GhettoDogAllStars]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

I doubt he'd do this, he needs to accrue his season to become an UFA.

I find it funny that so many people on this thread are on VJ's side just because they want him to be a Redskins. Typically, whenever there is a story such as this (player vs. team) 9 times out of 10 the fans side with the team (i.e. Revis, up to a certain degree Haynesworth, pretty much any player that holds out). I know that every holdout is different, I just always see fans siding with the team (i.e. the guy should just show up; the player needs to honors his contract; etc., etc.).

The situation here is different -- he has no contract to honor. He wants a long-term contract and they would only give him a 1 year deal, so he didn't sign it. Then, they basically insulted him by lowering the offer to 600K. He wants some commitment from his team and they won't give it up. AJ Smith is a dick, plain and simple. I can totally understand why VJax doesn't want to work for him.

[Ruhskins]

Originally Posted by GhettoDogAllStars

The situation here is different -- he has no contract to honor. He wants a long-term contract and they would only give him a 1 year deal, so he didn't sign it. Then, they basically insulted him by lowering the offer to 600K. He wants some commitment from his team and they won't give it up. AJ Smith is a dick, plain and simple. I can totally understand why VJax doesn't want to work for him.

VJ is still a restricted free agent. While not at the same type of production, Rocky McIntosh and Carlos Rogers were in the same boat (being FA).

[firstdown]

Originally Posted by Ruhskins

I doubt he'd do this, he needs to accrue his season to become an UFA.

I find it funny that so many people on this thread are on VJ's side just because they want him to be a Redskins. Typically, whenever there is a story such as this (player vs. team) 9 times out of 10 the fans side with the team (i.e. Revis, up to a certain degree Haynesworth, pretty much any player that holds out). I know that every holdout is different, I just always see fans siding with the team (i.e. the guy should just show up; the player needs to honors his contract; etc., etc.).

The problem with the NFL is that teams are not required to full fill their contracts so why should we hold the player to that standard. If I'm correct they have the same issue right now with a OL.

[Mechanix544]

wow, that GM is a dumbass.

I hope he gets fired for costing his team a 2nd round draft pick in what is believed to be a very deep draft.

what an idiot. I know he drafts good, but getting a 2nd round plus a 3rd rounder for VJax should have been a reflex decision. Plain stupid.......