ricola
Posts: 855
Nov 8, 2011 5:26pm
http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/story/New-England-Patriots-cut-DT-Albert-Haynesworth-110811
Fat Albert hits the end of the line--being cut in NE after a sideline confrontation with a coach. Who saw that coming? Maybe he and TO will join together to get picked up by some team as a tandem.
Fat Albert hits the end of the line--being cut in NE after a sideline confrontation with a coach. Who saw that coming? Maybe he and TO will join together to get picked up by some team as a tandem.
sleeper
Posts: 27,879
Nov 8, 2011 5:50pm
I could see the Raiders taking a chance on him.
wes_mantooth
Posts: 17,977
Nov 8, 2011 6:41pm
If the Pats can't turn you around....no one can. This might be the biggest case of a guy getting paid and completely shutting it down.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Nov 8, 2011 6:51pm
If Haynesworth were really "cut", he'd bleed gravy....
like_that
Posts: 26,625
Nov 8, 2011 6:51pm
I am not gonna lie, I am Browns GM, I take a chance on him.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Nov 8, 2011 6:52pm
Nopelike_that;963977 wrote:I am not gonna lie, I am Browns GM, I take a chance on him.
like_that
Posts: 26,625
Nov 8, 2011 6:55pm
They have nothing to lose. If he actually wanted to play (he was playing hard for the pats at the beggining), he is a force to handle.BR1986FB;963978 wrote:Nope
The Browns need a few assholes on the team.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Nov 8, 2011 6:58pm
I'd frankly rather have Gerard Warren back. THAT'S how much I don't want to see Haynesworth on this team. Got nothing to do with being an 'asshole." This guy makes Shaun Rogers work ethic/energy level look like a model citizen. Lazy mofo...
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Nov 8, 2011 7:14pm
Haynesworth is a piece of garbage. If I were the Browns and strongly considering picking him up I would def talk to him first. Outside of his attitude I wouldnt mind it because I do think the Browns will face injuries on the Dline and he could potentially help. I do think he's a headcase though. Sean Smith comes to mind before Rogers.
wes_mantooth
Posts: 17,977
Nov 8, 2011 7:21pm
Count me in as another guy that doesn't want him, although...I think he would be our best receiver the moment he stepped on the field.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Nov 8, 2011 7:22pm
You might be onto something....wes_mantooth;964004 wrote:although...I think he would be our best receiver the moment he stepped on the field.
ernest_t_bass
Posts: 24,984
Nov 8, 2011 7:23pm
If you're any team, you tell him that you won't pay him until after the season. Give him league minimum but tell him that he could make up to $X million if he did certain things. Dangle the carrot. Don't just give him the carrot and tell him to run.
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queencitybuckeye
Posts: 7,117
Nov 8, 2011 7:27pm
Desperation is a lousy strategy for running an organization.like_that;963981 wrote:They have nothing to lose.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Nov 8, 2011 7:30pm
Exactly. Not directed at like_that but I sometimes don't get the fascination with Browns' fans with picking up other teams garbage off the scrap heap. Sometimes a player makes sense (Donnie Avery) but not in the case of Haynesworth.queencitybuckeye;964012 wrote:Desperation is a lousy strategy for running an organization.
wes_mantooth
Posts: 17,977
Nov 8, 2011 7:30pm
Seriously though, another fat hog in the middle is not going to help one bit. We need linebackers that are fast and can tackle. I am ok with Rubin and Taylor in the middle.
like_that
Posts: 26,625
Nov 8, 2011 7:32pm
Throwing a min contract to a player to see if he is going to try is desperation?queencitybuckeye;964012 wrote:Desperation is a lousy strategy for running an organization.
like_that
Posts: 26,625
Nov 8, 2011 7:34pm
He is a proven player when he wants to play. You never know. I have seen teams pick up head cases before, and the player turns into gold. If you are paying the guy absolute shit, there really is nothing to lose. If he acts up just tell him to GTFO.BR1986FB;964016 wrote:Exactly. Not directed at like_that but I sometimes don't get the fascination with Browns' fans with picking up other teams garbage off the scrap heap. Sometimes a player makes sense (Donnie Avery) but not in the case of Haynesworth.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Nov 8, 2011 7:41pm
If Belichick, who is the master at getting blood from a turnip, can't turn him around, I doubt he can be reformed. Fatass got paid, now he's done.like_that;964024 wrote:He is a proven player when he wants to play. You never know. I have seen teams pick up head cases before, and the player turns into gold. If you are paying the guy absolute shit, there really is nothing to lose. If he acts up just tell him to GTFO.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Nov 8, 2011 7:41pm
Thiswes_mantooth;964017 wrote:Seriously though, another fat hog in the middle is not going to help one bit. We need linebackers that are fast and can tackle. I am ok with Rubin and Taylor in the middle.
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Nov 8, 2011 7:46pm
I'm also fine with Rubin and Taylor, however they need a break too. Esp with how terrible our offense is. Another guy like we tried to get in with Bunkley could go a long way and help, esp bc we're bound to have an injury along the dline.
wes_mantooth
Posts: 17,977
Nov 8, 2011 7:50pm
hahaha...true, Taylor needed oxygen after his stiffarm/fumble. Still chuckle when I see that play.Commander of Awesome;964039 wrote:I'm also fine with Rubin and Taylor, however they need a break too. Esp with how terrible our offense is. Another guy like we tried to get in with Bunkley could go a long way and help, esp bc we're bound to have an injury along the dline.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Nov 8, 2011 7:55pm
Understood but I expect that player will be acquired in the 2012 draft or possibly free agency/via trade. Ship's done sailed on the 2011 season.Commander of Awesome;964039 wrote:I'm also fine with Rubin and Taylor, however they need a break too. Esp with how terrible our offense is. Another guy like we tried to get in with Bunkley could go a long way and help, esp bc we're bound to have an injury along the dline.
ts1227
Posts: 12,319
Nov 8, 2011 8:06pm
wes_mantooth;964004 wrote:Count me in as another guy that doesn't want him, although...I think he would be our best receiver the moment he stepped on the field.
His speed is perfect for those slow developing 3 yard out routes
jordo212000
Posts: 10,664
Nov 8, 2011 9:32pm
I'm with like_that, I bring him on an incentive-laden deal and if he plays well you hit the jackpot. If he sucks, you cut him like New England did. There is very little risk here.
sleeper
Posts: 27,879
Nov 8, 2011 9:44pm
+1jordo212000;964241 wrote:I'm with like_that, I bring him on an incentive-laden deal and if he plays well you hit the jackpot. If he sucks, you cut him like New England did. There is very little risk here.
But only at the vets minimum.