Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Mar 14, 2012 1:25pm
I just go back to what I said during the season, hoping for FA is fools gold. I'm not going to bitch and moan about not signing FAs like Haynesworth, giving Garcon $50mil when he hasn't even had a 1000 yd season. Same with Meachem. You guys are getting worked up over nothing.
Dr. KnOiTaLL
Posts: 2,682
Mar 14, 2012 1:28pm
Ben Tate is easily worth the second round pick. As far as his durability, he will certainly be an upgrade over Hillis. Yes he broke his ankle... but, HE BROKE HIS ANKLE. That's a bone, not a minor injury. As far as Kolb, I would prefer him over Flynn because he can at least throw the ball downfield. He may be unproven as well, but at least he would be cheaper with more experience than Flynn.
wes_mantooth
Posts: 17,977
Mar 14, 2012 1:28pm
you are probably right, but I just want to see this team make a splash once in my lifetime. I usually don't care much for free agency, but this seemed to be a strong class and thought there was some room to upgrade.Commander of Awesome;1116006 wrote:I just go back to what I said during the season, hoping for FA is fools gold. I'm not going to bitch and moan about not signing FAs like Haynesworth, giving Garcon $50mil when he hasn't even had a 1000 yd season. Same with Meachem. You guys are getting worked up over nothing.
Dr. KnOiTaLL
Posts: 2,682
Mar 14, 2012 1:36pm
As previously mentioned, they made a splash a few years back and got Corey Williams and Shaun Rogers... that turned out well! lolwes_mantooth;1116012 wrote:you are probably right, but I just want to see this team make a splash once in my lifetime. I usually don't care much for free agency, but this seemed to be a strong class and thought there was some room to upgrade.
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Sonofanump
Mar 14, 2012 1:36pm
They moved up 14 spots in that crucial 6th round.BR1986FB;1115933 wrote:Eagles today announced they have traded T Winston Justice and a 6th round draft choice to the Colts for a 6th round draft choice.
So the Eagles essentially gave Justice to the Colts?
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Mar 14, 2012 1:49pm
Weren't those trades, not free agents?Dr. KnOiTaLL;1116019 wrote:As previously mentioned, they made a splash a few years back and got Corey Williams and Shaun Rogers... that turned out well! lol
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Mar 14, 2012 1:51pm
Wouldn't THIS be succulent? :rolleyes:
And your 2012 Browns starting quarterback is?: Yes, it could come down to an offseason competition between Colt McCoy and Seneca Wallace. And if it does, don’t be surprised if Wallace makes a much more favorable impression in his third season with the Browns. He was not given the opportunity to compete for a starting job in his first two training camps.
http://www.espncleveland.com/blog
^^^our old buddy Grossi...
And your 2012 Browns starting quarterback is?: Yes, it could come down to an offseason competition between Colt McCoy and Seneca Wallace. And if it does, don’t be surprised if Wallace makes a much more favorable impression in his third season with the Browns. He was not given the opportunity to compete for a starting job in his first two training camps.
http://www.espncleveland.com/blog
^^^our old buddy Grossi...
Dr. KnOiTaLL
Posts: 2,682
Mar 14, 2012 1:52pm
Agreed, I'm not willing to shell out that kind of money for either of these guys. Just because we have cap space doesn't mean that we should use the money frivolously. They obviously have some WR targets in the draft if there hasn't even been a scent of interest during FA. Whether it's Blackmon in the early first, Wright/Hill late first, or other unknowns, obviously they aren't going into the season saying, "Our WR's were good enough, we don't need to address them."Commander of Awesome;1116006 wrote:I just go back to what I said during the season, hoping for FA is fools gold. I'm not going to bitch and moan about not signing FAs like Haynesworth, giving Garcon $50mil when he hasn't even had a 1000 yd season. Same with Meachem. You guys are getting worked up over nothing.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Mar 14, 2012 1:53pm
Tooth may have just nutted...sounding more like Manning going to Tennessee
http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcwest/post/_/id/60801/manningwatch-what-about-hasselbeck
http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcwest/post/_/id/60801/manningwatch-what-about-hasselbeck
Dr. KnOiTaLL
Posts: 2,682
Mar 14, 2012 1:54pm
I think Rogers was a trade, but Williams was a FA wasn't he?BR1986FB;1116036 wrote:Weren't those trades, not free agents?
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Mar 14, 2012 1:54pm
Fine then, I give you Steinbach, Joe J, Donte Stallworthless, LCB (throws up), Gary Baxter, Robert fucking Royal, Ted Washington, Willie McGinnest, Matt Stewart, Jamal Lewis (one good yr), Trent Dilfer, Jeff Garcia, etc.... I could go on but I dont feel the need to.BR1986FB;1116036 wrote:Weren't those trades, not free agents?
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Mar 14, 2012 1:55pm
Nope traded a 2nd round pick for him. 3rd and Leigh Bodden for Rogers.Dr. KnOiTaLL;1116042 wrote:I think Rogers was a trade, but Williams was a FA wasn't he?
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Mar 14, 2012 1:56pm
I'd be very receptive to this, then drafting Tannehill and letting him sit...BR1986FB;1116040 wrote:Tooth may have just nutted...sounding more like Manning going to Tennessee
http://espn.go.com/blog/nfcwest/post/_/id/60801/manningwatch-what-about-hasselbeck
Dr. KnOiTaLL
Posts: 2,682
Mar 14, 2012 1:58pm
As long as it wasn't at the 4th overall pick lolBR1986FB;1116050 wrote:I'd be very receptive to this, then drafting Tannehill and letting him sit...
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Mar 14, 2012 2:00pm
Miami is going to need a WR. Maybe they go down to #8, Miami takes Blackmon and the Browns grab Tannehill there?Dr. KnOiTaLL;1116051 wrote:As long as it wasn't at the 4th overall pick lol
Dr. KnOiTaLL
Posts: 2,682
Mar 14, 2012 2:09pm
Man, now that I heard the rumor of getting Tate, I would LOVE that scenario. He's an exceptional young talent, and if we could keep both of our first round picks, that would be a very solid base for rebuilding our offense.
On another note, why did the Vikes sign Carlson? They already have Rudolph and I guess they're done with Shiancoe?
On another note, why did the Vikes sign Carlson? They already have Rudolph and I guess they're done with Shiancoe?
Dr. KnOiTaLL
Posts: 2,682
Mar 14, 2012 2:24pm
Interesting link here. Looks to me like the Browns need to release anyone over 28 years old (aside from Dawson).
http://www.waitingfornextyear.com/2012/03/nfl-free-agency-wheres-all-the-browns-money/
Also, the more I read about the Browns QB situation, I think they are looking to take Weeden at 22 or 37. He's the QB in the draft that they have been impressed with. We'll see what happens.
http://www.waitingfornextyear.com/2012/03/nfl-free-agency-wheres-all-the-browns-money/
Also, the more I read about the Browns QB situation, I think they are looking to take Weeden at 22 or 37. He's the QB in the draft that they have been impressed with. We'll see what happens.
DeyDurkie5
Posts: 11,324
Mar 14, 2012 2:37pm
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Mar 14, 2012 2:46pm
We may have the first signing. Stole him from a division rival...
Joe Reedy ‏ @ joereedy
Not done yet, but Frostee Rucker to the Browns likely wrapped up by the end of the day
Joe Reedy ‏ @ joereedy
Not done yet, but Frostee Rucker to the Browns likely wrapped up by the end of the day
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Mar 14, 2012 2:48pm
Have a big USC fan that hates his guts. Still blames him for losing containment on VY in the NC game.
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Mar 14, 2012 2:56pm
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Mar 14, 2012 2:59pm
Not cool in that he had a previous history of physical violence against women...Commander of Awesome;1116142 wrote:Have a big USC fan that hates his guts. Still blames him for losing containment on VY in the NC game.
Mary Kay Cabot ‏ @ MaryKayCabot League source confirmed # browns are signing former # bengals de frostee Rucker today. 4 sacks and 44 tackles in '11.
Mr Miyagi
Posts: 1,211
Mar 14, 2012 3:14pm
Do I understand this right ?? Next year all teams have to spend 90% of the cap space?? If this is how it works we will have to be signing free agents in 2013 right? With the cap getting a big increase in '13 and '14 ( because that is when the tv money kicks in) how are our division rival Bengals going to spend 50 million?
Commander of Awesome
Posts: 23,151
Mar 14, 2012 3:15pm
Anyone know if Sean Smith is still available?
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BR1986FB
Posts: 24,104
Mar 14, 2012 3:24pm
CorrectMr Miyagi;1116187 wrote:Do I understand this right ?? Next year all teams have to spend 90% of the cap space?? If this is how it works we will have to be signing free agents in 2013 right? With the cap getting a big increase in '13 and '14 ( because that is when the tv money kicks in) how are our division rival Bengals going to spend 50 million?