Haynesworth fails conditioning test

[Longtimefan]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

A deal he held out to get. Still, I think he's less of a distraction in the sense that players tend to understand and respect other players needing to handle their business which ultimately can positively (depending on the result) impact all players.

Harder to accept is a player saying I'm going to work out on my own all spring to make sure I'm ready to go...and then he's not ready. When other guys didn't need to be there but chose to be Haynesworth was "working out on his own." Which is fine, but if you're going to do that you better damn well be ready first day of training camp. Not to mention he initially said he'll be there for the mandatory minicamp but then said no he needed more time on his own.

In the end, neither is a big deal really. Though I can see the Revis situation lasting much longer and potentially into the regular season.

I have always been of the opinion that teams should be allowed to work out free agents before they are signed. Otherwise it's just sight on seeing without knowing the true condition of the athlete.

Had the Redskins insisted on Haynesworth going through a simular type exam last year before they signed him, or even prior to the beginning of training camp, it's doubtful he would have been able to pass it. Cerrato's philosophy of once you get them to come in, don't let them go without their signature did not pay dividens in this case.

In Revis's case it's obvious how highly the Jets think of his abilities, it's also obvious he's taking advantage of their feelings. To further stroke Revis' feel-good, Ryan has gone on record in saying he will be in the starting line-up if he signs the day before the opener.......wrong!!

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

AH is at least in camp. Revis is holding out when he still has 3 years left on his deal. Get your butt in camp and work something out. Expecting Asomugha type money is absolutely insane.

It's a matter of priorities. Right now with all the moves the Jets have made they have a chance to be a contender for a long time. The thing is that the salary cap seems very likely to come back. The Jet's hesitation to give Revis a Nnamdi type deal is a sign of such a possibility. Right now they're looking at paying Cromartie, Mangold, and Holmes and all 3 will command large salaries.

So in the end Revis has to decide. Does he want to be the highest paid corner on an average team that might make the playoffs (read: trade or free agent) or does he want to be a well paid player on a contender. We'll see where his priorities line up.

[Monkeydad]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

AH is at least in camp. Revis is holding out when he still has 3 years left on his deal. Get your butt in camp and work something out. Expecting Asomugha type money is absolutely insane.

Plus, after Revis held out the first time, his contract reportedly included a stipulation that he must be in camp on time for the remainder of the contract term.

He needs to shut up and play. I don't care if he's being underpaid, his next contract will make up for it. You whined and signed a deal, stick to it.

The Jets are deep at CB too, so they can just start fining him if he doesn't show.

I wondered why they drafted a CB first with Cromartie and Revis...now it looks like Kyle Wilson was a very smart pick with not being able to count on Revis.

[mredskins]

Revis is the bigger loser he is holding out, AH is there and would practice expect he can't pass MS's dog house test.

[CRedskinsRule]

this is a good sight i would think:



Apparently AH was helping Jeremy Jarmon

[MTK]

Yeah Ryan's comments yesterday only gave the Revis camp more leverage.

[mredskins]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

Yeah Ryan's comments yesterday only gave the Revis camp more leverage.

Hard Knocks is going to be great with this drama!

[SirClintonPortis]

Twitter / Grant Paulsen: Even though he didn't take ...

For guy who is perceived to not wanna be here, he sure came early.

Twitter / Mike Jones: Haynesworth has been coach ...

[GhettoDogAllStars]

Read the article on Redskins.com about Jarmon at DE. Sounds like he could be our (bigger) version of Elvis Dumervil.

[over the mountain]

perhaps dockett is using the media outlets like twitter to help create his name into a more known, more commodable image. in hopes his efforts will reward him with larger contracts and sponsors down the road.

wth a situation like haynesworths, he can repeatedly try and show the stark contrast between himself and hayensworth while showcasing his hilarity, personality and whittyness as well.

hes coming off like a politican who is using this haynesworth thing as his platform to be known and liked.

dockett is whoring this thing out.

[mredskins]

I like AH hat that he has been wearing at training camp. Anyone no where to get it? I have checked a few places.

[MTK]

I was on Shanahan's side at the start of this, I think we all wanted to see Ah suffer a bit. But now it's getting to the point where you have to ask what is this accomplishing?

What if he rests the knee a few more days and goes out and passes the thing, and in the process the knee flares up again causing him to miss another week of practice?

At this point this stalemate is a lose/lose for everyone involved. Once his knee is better just get him back on the practice field and let's move on already.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by Mattyk

I was on Shanahan's side at the start of this, I think we all wanted to see Ah suffer a bit. But now it's getting to the point where you have to ask what is this accomplishing?

What if he rests the knee a few more days and goes out and passes the thing, and in the process the knee flares up again causing him to miss another week of practice?

At this point this stalemate is a lose/lose for everyone involved. Once his knee is better just get him back on the practice field and let's move on already.

I agree that this whole thing is totally detrimental to all parties at this point. But Shanahan was firm in his rule of Albert needing to pass the test to practice, what's gonna happen if he suddenly decides to just let him take the field?

[MTK]

Originally Posted by GMScud

I agree that this whole thing is totally detrimental to all parties at this point. But Shanahan was firm in his rule of Albert needing to pass the test to practice, what's gonna happen if he suddenly decides to just let him take the field?

That initial firmness about needing to pass the test has already loosened up. He alluded yesterday to possibly letting AH back on the field without passing the test.

What happens is everyone moves the F on.

[saden1]

Revis needs to get paid...I'd hold too. Chris Johnson should do the same too. I mean, you know the SOBs are going to franchise you after your contract is up and if they're trying to underpay you now they sure as shit won't pay you later.

Young Money.