2009 Free Agents

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by BigHairedAristocrat

it couldnt hurt, but i dont see him as being an upgrade over either Golston or Monty. Between Golston, Monty, Alexander, and Evans, we have plenty of "depth" on our d-line. what we need a truly dominant starter... something i doubt we find this year in free agency and the draft.

I agree with that. But one thing that's kind of being overlooked is the free agents we have. Evans and Montgomery are both UFAs, Golston is an RFA. Griffin and/or Daniels could be cap casualties. I don't think there's a high demand for any of them and we're probably bring most, if not all, back. But it's not out of the realm of possibility that if the Redskins think there's a better alternative out there they'll let some of their free agents walk.

[dmek25]

Saints release RB McAllister to create cap room

[skinsfan_nn]

DENVER DUMPS DRE’
Posted by Mike Florio on February 17, 2009, 8:13 p.m.

After cutting six players on Monday, the Denver Broncos dumped a seventh guy on Tuesday.

Gone is cornerback Dre’ Bly, according to the team’s official web site.

Bly arrived via trade two years ago. He was due to earn a base salary of $3.25 million in 2009.

The move makes him an unrestricted free agent.

He spent his first four years with the Rams, then four with the Lions.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by skinsfan_nn

DENVER DUMPS DRE’
Posted by Mike Florio on February 17, 2009, 8:13 p.m.

After cutting six players on Monday, the Denver Broncos dumped a seventh guy on Tuesday.

Gone is cornerback Dre’ Bly, according to the team’s official web site.

Bly arrived via trade two years ago. He was due to earn a base salary of $3.25 million in 2009.

The move makes him an unrestricted free agent.

He spent his first four years with the Rams, then four with the Lions.

Wow. I'm a bit surprised at that one. When he and Champ are healthy they are pretty elite tandem, although both are on the wrong side of 30.

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by skinsfan_nn

DENVER DUMPS DRE’
Posted by Mike Florio on February 17, 2009, 8:13 p.m.

After cutting six players on Monday, the Denver Broncos dumped a seventh guy on Tuesday.

Gone is cornerback Dre’ Bly, according to the team’s official web site.

Bly arrived via trade two years ago. He was due to earn a base salary of $3.25 million in 2009.

The move makes him an unrestricted free agent.

He spent his first four years with the Rams, then four with the Lions.

Damn, Denver is really cleaning house there.

[vallin21]

Would you look into signing Bly? I might sign him if I knew for sure we were going to release Springs. Remember Cerrato was jumping at the gun to trade for him last year. If we signed him to a reasonable deal would still have a heck of a trio (Hall, Rogers, Bly). What do you guys think?

[GTripp0012]

Originally Posted by vallin21

Would you look into signing Bly? I might sign him if I knew for sure we were going to release Springs. Remember Cerrato was jumping at the gun to trade for him last year. If we signed him to a reasonable deal would still have a heck of a trio (Hall, Rogers, Bly). What do you guys think?

Bly is Leigh Bodden plus 5 years of age. If he's cheap, I'd go for it. But not at Springs' expense, necessarily.

[skinsfan_nn]

Originally Posted by vallin21

Would you look into signing Bly? I might sign him if I knew for sure we were going to release Springs. Remember Cerrato was jumping at the gun to trade for him last year. If we signed him to a reasonable deal would still have a heck of a trio (Hall, Rogers, Bly). What do you guys think?

Yes they did want to reel Dre in to DC. No tellin, if Springs gets the axe as he should, anything is possible.

If the dollars are sensible and we also land Hall...ya never know. And Rodgers is still here, which for the record I not only think he will be, but it would be foolish to let him go.

That would be a solid tandem at CB.

[T.O.Killa]

Does anyone know what the deal with Dwayne Robertson is. Former 4th pick in the 2003 draft, only 27. Also, the Patriots released Billy Gates OG, started several games last year, he is 27 also. Does any know anything about him?

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by T.O.Killa

Does anyone know what the deal with Dwayne Robertson is. Former 4th pick in the 2003 draft, only 27. Also, the Patriots released Billy Gates OG, started several games last year, he is 27 also. Does any know anything about him?

I think his name is Bill Yates...though Bill Gates could do wonders for our salary cap concerns

Solid backup I think

[T.O.Killa]

Are we ever going to see any players released? Such as Jansen, Springs, Washington, and Griffin.

[skinsfan_nn]

Originally Posted by T.O.Killa

Are we ever going to see any players released? Such as Jansen, Springs, Washington, and Griffin.

Slow down grasshopper! Wishful thinking on JJ going anywhere. Grif might just be around to, I hope we keep Grif.

I would think SS is a goner but who knows. I would take any bet MW's time has expired in DC.

[The Goat]

Originally Posted by T.O.Killa

Are we ever going to see any players released? Such as Jansen, Springs, Washington, and Griffin.

As said Jansen is back for sure cuz the release fee is too big this year. Griff will be back too based on a solid '08 performance. Cutting Springs, Washington, Taylor and/or Daniels this early tips our hand and is pretty unnecessary... but like you i'm getting pretty impatient

[skinsfan_nn]

Dre busy showing off new Sports Complex in Va. Beach and getting fired at the same time.....now thats a bummer.

Top athletes help unveil Beach sports complex plan | HamptonRoads.com | PilotOnline.com

[skinsfan_nn]

Negative cap space to dump Dre..?

BRONCOS LOST CAP SPACE TO CUT BLY
Posted by Mike Florio on February 17, 2009, 10:49 p.m.

Though the decision to release cornerback Dre’ Bly allows the Broncos to avoid $3.25 million in 2009 base salary, Bill Williamson of ESPN.com reports that the move actually resulted in a negative cap hit for the team.

Per Williamson, the release of Bly triggers $9 million in dead money. When subtracting the money (salary and bonuses) that Bly won’t receive this year, the net cap savings is a negative $2.6 million.

Regardless, the Broncos have more than $25 million in 2009 cap space.