Official NFL Free Agent Signings Thread

[That Guy]

Originally Posted by dgack

Taylor is a pretty decent back. Sure, he's no LT or even a Portis, but considering who the Vikes have... Brittle Bennett, The Whizzinator, and Less Is Moore... yeah, Chester is a huge upgrade IMO.

I'm fairly surprised the Ravens let him get away. Sometimes I think Billick is so stubborn he'd rather lose than give up on one of his "guys".

last year they paid 3mill extra to keep him (the browns bumped an offer to him just to screw with the ravens and so the ravens had to match it, since they didn't have any plan B).


when he started last year he looked pretty unimpressive. I figured the vikes would draft an rb since there are 9 potential starters this year (maurice drew and leon washington being the most under rated).

[dgack]

Maybe Minnetonka just wants to have the most convoluted RBBC in all of fantasy football history. They know Shanny will be fielding another 4 headed monster so they're upping the ante and going for a 5-man rotation.

"Okay guys, I just need each of you to rush for 20 yards."

[That Guy]

lol

[BigSKINBauer]

Joe Jurevicius to the browns really pisses me off. I thought he wouldn't leave seattle. Man this sucks. He was my favorite FA WR. We had a shot at him if we wanted him.

[Dirtbag59]

Man this is wrong. Its the first day of free agency and none of the headlines on ESPN.com feature the Redskins

[dgack]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag359

Man this is wrong. Its the first day of free agency and none of the headlines on ESPN.com feature the Redskins

Lenny Pasta is at an all-you-can eat buffet right now, so he hasn't had time to rush back and start bitching about Snyder's latest insidious attempt to buy the Lombardi trophy.

Give it time.

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by dgack

Lenny Pasta is at an all-you-can eat buffet right now, so he hasn't had time to rush back and start bitching about Snyder's latest insidious attempt to buy the Lombardi trophy.

Give it time.

LMFO thats funny.... and true

[Dirtbag59]

By the way this isn't looking good



Antwaan Randle El, WR Potential Suitors: Bears, Redskins, Cardinals, Eagles, Broncos, Patriots
Most Likely Destination: Bears
Randle El didn't have huge numbers last year - 35 catches for 558 yards and one touchdown -- but he's known for his versatility as a receiver, returner and emergency quarterback. His value went up after his beautiful touchdown bomb to Hines Ward in the Super Bowl. A Chicago native, Randle El has said he'd like to play at home. The Bears, however, haven't expressed much
interest in him yet. There's also a chance he could return to Steelers.



Adam Archuleta, S Potential Suitors: Redskins, Bears
Most Likely Destination: Bears
Look for some team to use Archuleta like the Steelers use Troy Polamalu -- a big hitter who often moves up to the line to disrupt defenses. Bears coach Lovie Smith was a coordinator in St. Louis and will likely talk with Archuleta. It feels like the hard-hitting strong safety has been around a while, but he has just five years of wear and tear in the NFL.




LaVar Arrington, LB Potential Suitors: Giants, Eagles, Browns
Most Likely Destination: Giants
Arrington was so anxious to hit the free-agent market, he agreed to forego $4.4 million of his salary from the Redskins. The former Pro Bowler didn't play consistently under Joe Gibbs last season even though Arrington was healthy. Many question Arrington's ability to maintain discipline in a defensive scheme. Still, several teams are in the market for an outside linebacker, and it's hard to match the 27-year-old's athleticism and ability.



David Givens, WR Potential Suitors: Browns, Browns, Giants, Titans, Patriots, Redskins
Most Likely Destination: Browns
Givens, a seventh-round pick in 2002, was playing for peanuts in New England and managed to shine despite the spread-out nature of the Patriots' offense. Last season he caught 59 passes for 738 yards despite missing three games with a knee injury. Browns coach Romeo Crennel knows Givens from New England and is expected to make a strong run at the talented wide receiver.


F'n Bears stealing our Free Agents and Stinkin Giants taking our LB's we can't afford or don't wanna play for us. Apparently SI hasn't seen Synders checkbook.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by BigSKINBauer

Joe Jurevicius to the browns really pisses me off. I thought he wouldn't leave seattle. Man this sucks. He was my favorite FA WR. We had a shot at him if we wanted him.

I didn't realize that Cleveland is his home town. Guess it makes more sense now

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by TAFKAS

I didn't realize that Cleveland is his home town. Guess it makes more sense now

Joes been through a lot of shit in the past few years. Best wishes to him. The sports world could use more guys like him.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag359

Joes been through a lot of shit in the past few years. Best wishes to him. The sports world could use more guys like him.

I agree. His biggest challenge in Cleveland may be to knock some sense into Winslow

[shallyshal]

Originally Posted by TAFKAS

I agree. His biggest challenge in Cleveland may be to knock some sense into Winslow

if nothing else, he is used to stepping up when a number 1 receiver goes down. he had practice in seattle this year..

[shallyshal]

Originally Posted by Dirtbag359

Joes been through a lot of shit in the past few years. Best wishes to him. The sports world could use more guys like him.

agreed... i do not think we really wanted him.. going for younger guys

[That Guy]

Vikings | Leber contract update
Sat, 11 Mar 2006 20:19:09 -0800

Sean Jensen, of the Pioneer Press, reports Minnesota Vikings LB Ben Leber signed a five-year contract worth $20 million with $4 million guaranteed in bonuses.

Vikings | C. Taylor contract update
Sat, 11 Mar 2006 20:18:43 -0800

Sean Jensen, of the Pioneer Press, reports Minnesota Vikings RB Chester Taylor signed a four-year contract worth $14.1 million with $5.6 million guaranteed in bonuses.

Eagles | Schobel contract update
Sat, 11 Mar 2006 18:55:48 -0800

Mark Curnutte, of the Cincinnati Enquirer, reports free agent TE Matt Schobel will get a $1.8 million signing bonus on a five-year contract. He will arrive in Philadelphia on Monday, March 13, to sign his contract and appear at a news conference.

nothing important. taylor got paid though. his base salaries are good for the vikes, but 5.6mill in bonuses for an average RB? lerber might be a good deal, depending on his production.

schobel was CHEAP, but its not like anyone thinks of him as a game breaker. and to think, for a little more, they could have gotten robert royal instead :P schobel is faster than royal, but otherwise a fairly average TE.

[Dirtbag59]

Originally Posted by That Guy

Vikings | Leber contract update
Sat, 11 Mar 2006 20:19:09 -0800

Sean Jensen, of the Pioneer Press, reports Minnesota Vikings LB Ben Leber signed a five-year contract worth $20 million with $4 million guaranteed in bonuses.

Vikings | C. Taylor contract update
Sat, 11 Mar 2006 20:18:43 -0800

Sean Jensen, of the Pioneer Press, reports Minnesota Vikings RB Chester Taylor signed a four-year contract worth $14.1 million with $5.6 million guaranteed in bonuses.

Eagles | Schobel contract update
Sat, 11 Mar 2006 18:55:48 -0800

Mark Curnutte, of the Cincinnati Enquirer, reports free agent TE Matt Schobel will get a $1.8 million signing bonus on a five-year contract. He will arrive in Philadelphia on Monday, March 13, to sign his contract and appear at a news conference.

nothing important. taylor got paid though. his base salaries are good for the vikes, but 5.6mill in bonuses for an average RB? lerber might be a good deal, depending on his production.

schobel was CHEAP, but its not like anyone thinks of him as a game breaker. and to think, for a little more, they could have gotten robert royal instead :P schobel is faster than royal, but otherwise a fairly average TE.

So let me get this straight. The Vikings are gonna have at least 3 #2 backs and no solid #1 guy. Who are they the Broncos?