Jaguars Miss on Eric Weddle, Re-Signs with Chargers
by Alfie Crow on Jul 27, 2011 1:22 PM EDT
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PrintWell guys, the #SignWeddle movement didn't work. According to Kevin Acee of The San Deigo Union-Tribune, free agent safety Eric Weddle has agreed to terms to re-sign with the San Diego Chargers. There were reports that it came down between the Jacksonville Jaguars and Chargers, and the home team won out. Landing Weddle in reality was a bit of a pipe dream, but it was nice to see the Jaguars take the swing. Weddle became the highest paid safety in NFL history.
With Weddle being off the market, there are still some other possibilities for the Jaguars. A player they have been linked to is Ravens safety Dawan Landry. Other players like Michael Huff, Dashon Goldson, Donte Whitner, and Atari Bigby are out on the market. With the two highest priced safeties gone, I'd expect the Jaguars to pick up one of those guys and another linebacker.
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I think this might turn out to be better
Weddle is not worth the $$ he got and one of the second tier guys will likely be just as good.
I was just telling my boss about it (he's a Cowboys fan)
He couldn’t believe Weddle got that kind of money.
and @JPQ! – I know jack about twitter, but I agree.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
+1000
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Dunno if I call it a Miss
They made him the highest paid safety in NFL history…he can’t be worth THAT much
Once a man has tasted freedom he will never be content to be a slave. That is why I believe that this frightfulness we see everywhere today is only temporary. Tomorrow will be better for as long as America keeps alive the ideals of freedom and a better life. -Walt Disney
Weddle's agent
Confirmed he is now the highest paid Safety in the league…
Eric Berry was the highest paid saefty in the NFL 6 year, $60 mil… Wrap your head round that.
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by floridafalcons#63 on Jul 27, 2011 1:25 PM EDT reply actions
I guess San Diego bumped up the offer
Last I heard it was 4 years, $30 million. Wow.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Yea good one
Thats the only reason these guys play. For the paycheck. Nothing wrong with that, but it is the way it is.
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weddle is from CALI, I’m sure family was an issue
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by floridafalcons#63 on Jul 27, 2011 1:29 PM EDT up reply actions
As Vic would say
its pro football its all about the money
Joe Montana was a QB you A$$hole
I love that movie
JOE MONTANYA
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by floridafalcons#63 on Jul 27, 2011 1:29 PM EDT up reply actions
no regrets at all on Earl Thomas
Alualu, barring injury, is going to be a stalwart on the line for years to come. He really reminds me of Joe Klecko.
Not that it's solid but
JasonLaCanfora @Jason La Canfora
With S Eric Weddle staying in San Diego, I see Dawan Landry in Jacksonville, a move I’ve long talked about. Jags shopping for safeties
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Hopefully La Canfora’s right about this one
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 1:33 PM EDT up reply actions
BERRY
Was making $10 mil/ per year… Weddle has now topped that, since he is highest paid Safety in league.
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by floridafalcons#63 on Jul 27, 2011 1:28 PM EDT reply actions
Jaguars front office getting a thank you basket from Weddle's agent
you just KNOW he used the #signweddle thing as leverage in that deal
Once a man has tasted freedom he will never be content to be a slave. That is why I believe that this frightfulness we see everywhere today is only temporary. Tomorrow will be better for as long as America keeps alive the ideals of freedom and a better life. -Walt Disney
damn
Well, I’m glad we didn’t pay him that much, that would have been ridiculous.
#SignLandry
I'm
Glad we didn’t sign him now. I wanted him, trust me. But no way he is worth more than 8 million a year, much less 10+.
If hip hop is dead, then it happened the day that Dilla died.
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we're sounding like jilted Buffalo fan
praised him but now that he stayed home, “he’s not worth that much.”
I was just thinking the same thing lol
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 1:33 PM EDT up reply actions
true....but screw it... #screwWeddle #signLandry...lol
Once a man has tasted freedom he will never be content to be a slave. That is why I believe that this frightfulness we see everywhere today is only temporary. Tomorrow will be better for as long as America keeps alive the ideals of freedom and a better life. -Walt Disney
agree..
But what was our maximum on Weddle?
We did have one. We have more than 1 spot left on roster to fill with FA’s, and I would like to see a CB picked up along with a FS.
by SexonvilleShaguars on Jul 27, 2011 3:36 PM EDT up reply actions
Hahaha...no doubt
It hurts not to have gotten him, but we still have cash to spend and there are some good players out there.
Fidelis Ad Mortem
Yea definitely
he is rated as one of the best safeties. But my eyes tell me he is not on the same lvl of Reed and Polomaulu.
Rotoworld
Dawan Landry: Dawan Landry expected to go to Jaguars
Dawan Landry – DB – BAL – Jul. 27 – 1:30 pm et
NFL Network’s Jason La Canfora is confident that free agent SS Dawan Landry will land with the Jaguars.
The Florida Times Union has also reported on the Jags’ interest in Landry. Jacksonville missed out on Eric Weddle when he re-signed with the Chargers Wednesday, so their sights now look to be set on Ed Reed’s old running mate. Somewhat surprisingly, free agent Michael Huff is generating no buzz. Jul. 27 – 1:30 pm et
Source: Jason La Canfora on Twitter
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
When its all said and done we probably end up with Landry and Sessions
And I’d like to take this time to wish nothing but bad things to the Chargers organization you stole our top two safety targets this offseason. Probably retribution for the Osgood thing that cost you the playoffs last year. I hope you finish last in the division and move to L.A.
I just hope that all that talk about the Ravens safeties being interchangeable
was true, cause we need a FS more than SS. But still he would be a great signing
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 1:44 PM EDT up reply actions
No problem
My boss (Cowboy’s Fan) and I are desperate for information because we’re dorks like that. Rotoworld has always been a decent site, and a lot of the time has contract details for player.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
I have
lockerpulse.com
http://insider.espn.go.com/nfl/fa?sort=grade&positionId=36
http://espn.go.com/blog/nflnation/tag//name/2011-nfl-free-agency
blank">http://twitter.com/#!/search/Dawan%20Landry
and of course BCC
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Also have open
http://www.cbssports.com/nfl/rapid-reports
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
The guy wasn't worth that kind of money.
The Jags made an offer, SD made a desperate offer. Hope he blows both knees out in the opener.
frankDUBZ
"I'm smacking you with the truth......" - Me
Dude u sound just like,
The Bills fans last night, Don’t worry we’ll pick up somebody good. Believe me Sean Considine will not be our S.
I dont think its the same
We all had obvious interest in the top player at our position of greatest need. In our heads, or at least mine, i would have never thought that would come at highest-paid-safety-in-the-NFL type of money. Sure we have to spend a lot of money just to get to the salary cap floor, but lets be reasonable and not sacrifice the future for the sake of spending money. Personally, I like seeing a top team in the AFC throwing that kind of money into one player while we continue to build a competitive roster through the draft and young ascending free agents.
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Weaver is a smart man to not go chasing tires on a school bus:)
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They Matched
Just listed to the interview Weddle on NFL radio and he said that they matched the offer that 1 team made to him late last night, although he did not reveal the team Adam Shine said it was the Jaguars and Weddle just laughed I took it as a confirmation laugh. Weddel said he did not want to reveal the other team in negotiations. Sounds to me like we offered same or very close money.
by Lay Low Llama on Jul 27, 2011 1:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Dawan landry is a
SS , what does that mean for my boy greene? Although I think landry is a hybrid
by amujic32 on Jul 27, 2011 1:45 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
He is both
Having that other guy kept him at SS.
by Sylvester.The.Jaguar.fan on Jul 27, 2011 1:57 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
He got $40 million oer 5 years
$19 million guaranteed. Insane rookie slotted contracts like Berry don’t count I guess.
The way I read the NFL.com report, he also gets a $13 mil signing bonus. If correct, that would put him just over $10 mil/year.
If correct, that would put him just over $10 mil/year. Too much.
Signing a guy like Landry instead means we save some more money to spend on another LB
I say we go out and get the best OLB left after we get Landry.
by Dwalk1217 on Jul 27, 2011 1:46 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
Landry + plus a very good olb
Would improve our defense alot but it might leave some money for a WR
by amujic32 on Jul 27, 2011 1:49 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
What about
Ray edwards? Or you think he will demand to much?
by amujic32 on Jul 27, 2011 1:51 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Overrated
He played with Jared Allen, and the massive Williams wall – he never had to fight double teams, and he’ll cost WAAAY too much money.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
stfu harper
edwards is an outstanding DE and would go excellent with kampman. its like the same DLine for yrs to come as in Minnesota. We’re stout. Edwards would have 7-9 sacks hes very good
stfu isn't neccesary
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by rhettchrystal on Jul 27, 2011 5:44 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
Good day to you too, sir
Not saying he’s a bad player, just for the cash it’ll probably take to get him it wouldn’t be worth the investment – could get a similar impact down the road from a cheaper player.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
I would love Anderson
but right now it appears he’s going to stay in Carolina (last i heard)
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
I see Landry signing with us
A LB comparable to Session, if not him, i.e. good starter, nothing special. And then maybe a middle-tiered safety. I don’t like Huff, btw. Only one good season, not sold.
Paying Huff $4 Million/year - sure
Paying Huff $6+ million would scare me – there’s just something about that guy I don’t buy.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
De Angelo Williams just got
a 5 yr $43 million contract from Carolina, are they gonna be able to resign Anderson with signing Johnson for $72 million and paying Newton or will they have to let him go
by Worth Busbee on Jul 27, 2011 2:04 PM EDT up reply actions
People are talking - he's overrated
He’s 31, never had more than a 5 sack season, and last year busts out for 12.5 sacks? For a one hit wonder that’s 31 years old doesn’t seem worth the money he’ll get.
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by harperslaw on Jul 27, 2011 1:53 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
What did he do
Before last year? Please tell me
by amujic32 on Jul 27, 2011 1:54 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Yeah but before that
his highest sack total was 5 sacks and the dude’s in his 30’s already, we don’t need another FA we’re hoping stays healthy
Hit em once smile at em and hit em again
as a titans fan i can say babin is definately overated.
from what it sounds like the titans havent even contacted him about a contract
I'd prefer Jacob Ford
He’s light in the pants (252 lbs), but as a situational pass rusher/part time RE I think he’d be a good fit.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
It just seems like
we have a lot of situational pass rushers though and they haven’t really done anything
Hit em once smile at em and hit em again
In the past - yeah
If he came cheap enough I’d pick him up – Larry Hart and Aaron Morgan are really the only DPR’s they have now – Ford has proven he can start if needed. As the ’07 Giants proved you can never have too many D-linemen.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
True true
I’d like not to have one DE spot come down to Derrick Harvey or Austen Lane again *glup
Hit em once smile at em and hit em again
I think Derrick Harvey will be gone before the Regular Season
Unless those martial arts really changed his game
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Yeeeeaaaaahhhhh
I don’t see that happening unless cyberdine is real and gave him cybernetic limbs
Hit em once smile at em and hit em again
Wooow
Highest paid safety in Nfl history? Wow..lol. Wish him good luck tho, Landry it is hopefully or Gholston, definitely don’t want Huff, Bigby, or Whitner.
by Sylvester.The.Jaguar.fan on Jul 27, 2011 1:54 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Huff is way
Ovverated, why do you think no I’ve has called john for a contact , now landry is the one id lovvve to get , I don’t know much about anderson so someone inform me
by amujic32 on Jul 27, 2011 1:57 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
He would be a great
Addition lets just hope he doesnt ask for to much?
by amujic32 on Jul 27, 2011 1:58 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
I could be wrong
But I view him as a slot/2nd receiver (if that labels worth anything anymore). I think he needs talent around him to be successful – I think he’d be a good addition but he probably wants $$$$
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Yeah after the season he had
I could see him becoming very expensive and his heads probably floating with dollar signs
Hit em once smile at em and hit em again
Landry, Bradley (OLB), and maybe Abram elam…
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by floridafalcons#63 on Jul 27, 2011 2:00 PM EDT reply actions
Wow - DeAngelo Williams went back to Carolina
5 years, $43 Million ($21 Million Guaranteed)
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
He deserves
When healthy he is a monster
by amujic32 on Jul 27, 2011 2:06 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
do you think
we can get Anderson now for OLB since Carolina still has to pay Newton
by Worth Busbee on Jul 27, 2011 2:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Carolina won't have to pay massive contract to Newton
Probably only around $25-$30 million – and Carolina has a lot of cap room. They can still sign Anderson and Newton no problem.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Any idea how much cap room the Panthers have?
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 2:29 PM EDT up reply actions
I'll check - they had ~$30 Million
In 24 hours they’ve committed to $120 million.
http://espn.go.com/blog/nflnation/post/_/id/42145/the-flip-side-of-jerry-richardsons-plan
“So, in less than a day, Richardson has committed to spending more than $120 million. And the day’s not over yet. Don’t be surprised if the Panthers reach agreements to keep linebackers James Anderson and Thomas Davis, and don’t be surprised if they complete deals with some free agents for other teams. "
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Thanks
I was kind of hoping that since they gave Johnson $30mil and Williams $21mil and then still having to sign Newton that we could sneak Anderson out of Carolina. Also Thomas Davis is the starter that Anderson replaced and is back from injury now and I hoped they’d rather keep him than Anderson
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 2:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Ill take Landry and Whitner.
Would give you a hard hitter and playmaker, and maybe $ leftover for another LB or CB
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by Bryan Richardson on Jul 27, 2011 2:03 PM EDT reply actions
Gabbert should sign in a few days
“Jaguars’ owner Wayne Weaver told the Times-Union today, in rather matter-of-fact fashion, that he expects Gabbert to sign his contract in the next couple days”
Also Marcedes is a no show:
“As for Lewis, who isn’t expected to show up for training camp until he gets a long-term contract, it’s hard to imagine the Jaguars won’t get something done fairly soon. They have way too much salary cap room to not take of someone who has legitimately blossomed into one of their top-five players.
Now that doesn’t mean general manager Gene Smith should make Lewis the highest-paid tight end in the league. But the Jaguars’ history has been consistent in offering long-term deals to ascending core players whose contracts are close to expiring. The Jaguars don’t like to slap franchise tags on players unless absolutely necessary, and it’s doubtful they’ll allow Lewis to remain in that limbo that players hate."
http://jacksonville.com/opinion/blog/400617/gene-frenette/2011-07-27/jaguars-signing-gabbert-lewis-shouldnt-be-problem
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Agreed
As Gene said our first priority is our guys
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 2:26 PM EDT up reply actions
Honestlely
I never wanted Weddle. Landry will make my day though.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
When it came down to...
Eric Weddle of Dewan Landry, I wanted Landry before Weddle. I really do hope he becomes a Jaguar.
Landry
I believe was a 6th rounder in 06 d smith got drafted in 03 right?
by amujic32 on Jul 27, 2011 2:19 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Yeah buddy...
another GT alum on my Jags. Cant wait.
If we can add Landry, Manny Lawson/Rocky McIntosh/James Anderson,and then a cheaper S
our defense will be greatly improved and would be good enough, on paper, to at least give us a chance to contend.
Im a little nervous
that we wasted too much time on Weddle
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by kterr on Jul 27, 2011 2:26 PM EDT reply actions 1 recs
#signTOcho !!!!
(Projectile vomit)
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by Brian Levenson on Jul 27, 2011 2:48 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
At least there would never be a dull moment this season
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 2:49 PM EDT up reply actions
One of those big names would be
interesting to see here for a year while our young talents learn and develop.
But i’d like to see J Hill emerge on his own this year. Hill should be a monster alongside Thomas, he did very well for us at the end of last season.
Our money is better spent on our Secondary at this point
by SexonvilleShaguars on Jul 27, 2011 4:16 PM EDT up reply actions
According to multiple people
Paul Posluszny hit Jacksonville because of the 4-3 move, I don’t know if the state income tax not being here, and any effect on that though.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
I know
but I added the state income tax part, because he supposedly got the same deal from Buffalo.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
by rhettchrystal on Jul 27, 2011 5:37 PM EDT up reply actions
Panthers just signed Mare
This is entirely irrelevant except for the fact that I would like to see the Panthers continue to spend money on guys not named Anderson. The longer he stays available, the better chance the Jags have of getting him.
I agree
they spend 12 million on a 4 year contract then a 4 million signing bonus FOR A KICKER!
Hit em once smile at em and hit em again
This is good news for us
as Dwalk said as long as they keep spending money on guys not named James Anderson we’re still in play to get him. Plus the Panthers get Thomas Davis back at OLB and he’s still under contract with them unlike Anderson. I have my fingers crossed lol
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 2:41 PM EDT up reply actions
I'm going to lunch... when I get back in an hour and a half, I expect big news...
Crossing my fingers.
Im going back to work and when i come back i wanna see Asomugha signed or so God help me…
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if i did this right
the Panthers have spent something around 12 million per year on Johnson
8 million per year on Williams
3 million per year on Mare with a 4 million signing bonus. I dont know what that goes towards
The just signed Hartsock to a two year deal.
They had around 30 million to work with not including signing UDFA and drafted players.
I dont think they have enough to pay Anderson a big deal…
12+8+3 is 23 million
They only have $7mil left to spend and I hope that’ll be spent on their draft picks
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 2:46 PM EDT up reply actions
Johnson can make up to $72 million
But that’s in bonuses. Not sure what his base cap figure is, but they still have money to get Davis and Anderson signed.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
oh ok thanks.
I figured i messed up somewhere.
According to Twitter...
Texans were the team who almost got Weddle and came in 2nd, we “inquired” but were never in play.
So, it might be that Gene has a diferent guy in mind all along…
Fidelis Ad Mortem
I like hearing that better
I think we’re on the verge of two big signings in Landry and a LB
I am sure Gene and staff have a plan
like I said, Tania Gianguli tweeted that we never even made Weddle an offer. I doubt Gene would not have a plan in place if he just let Weddle go.
Fidelis Ad Mortem
Agreed, Gene knows what he's doing
I hope lol
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 2:47 PM EDT up reply actions
This observation
Coupled with him now being the highest paid safety officially cleanses the wound of not getting him. It’s like that year I couldn’t afford Madden and picked up 2k5 brand new for 20 bucks.
Maybe Gene let some smoke happen to target his guy…hopefully Landry for our own sake.
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Atlanta's going after Babin
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Landry yes, Session no
Do we really want to sign the colts scraps?
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 2:56 PM EDT up reply actions
Why not?
Mike Peterson worked out well for a few years.
by Slothful_Lifestyle on Jul 27, 2011 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions
Old thats a 1 year patch.
He’ll be solid, but I’d rather have a good or younger solid player, who we will have for years to come, or him, and draft a WLB next year.
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by rhettchrystal on Jul 27, 2011 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions
Its mostly because of how the colts operate
They commit most of their money to offensive skill players and the DEs and then draft guys in the later rounds on defense who have speed who can take advantage of the pass rush.
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 3:15 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
James Anderson
carolinagrowl @Steve Reed
Panthers next steps likely Thomas Davis and James Anderson, then extending deals of Jon Beason and Ryan Kalil.
1 hour ago
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Here's my ideal situation.
We need another LB. I think we have two good players and a lot of strength at LB. We could use some speed. Sessions wouldn’t be a terrible pick up, hopefully for cheap.
At safety, I think we only need one guy, I’d be fine with sticking Greene back there and I think we’d like to leave room for Prosinski to get on the field. Michael Huff is a quick, coverage safety, a good counterbalance for Greene who likes to get up in the box and hit.
At wide receiver, I don’t know that I would support spending more than 6-8 million TOTAL for a 3 year deal. James Jones if he come that cheap, otherwise meh… we’ll deal.
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Other LBs
Rocky McIntosh – ESPN Grade 74 – Rocky McIntosh had another very productive season for the Redskins in his fifth year in the league. He is the second most active defender on the Redskins defense. McIntosh is a good combination of size, strength and athleticism for the linebacker position. He shows great range inside out to the ball with quickness and agility to work thru trash. He is better slipping blockers than taking on larger lineman at the point of attack. He is an instinctive player that is effective in combination man and zone coverage’s. Rocky McIntosh is an active playmaker that will likely continue to be one of the mainstays in Washington’s future success.
Omar Gaither – ESPN Grade 71 – Gaither bounced back from injury in 2010 and contributed in a backup role and on special teams. He is instinctive and reacts quickly as a run defender and has a good understanding of route progressions against the pass. He has excellent lateral agility. He is more effective playing the edges than stacking at the point of attack. He can be effective in both man and combination zone coverage.
Jameel McClain – ESPN Grade 69 – McClain had a breakout year in 2010 as the Ravens’ starter on the strong side. He is a short, powerfully built player with good strength and power. He lacks great speed but shows deceptive quickness and range to the ball. He has improved his ability to read and react quickly as plays unfold. He still gets out of position at times but can set the edge versus the run. He is better attacking the line of scrimmage than dropping in coverage and is limited defending the pass. McClain flashes some pass-rush ability but needs to continue to expand his moves and counters to become an impact player. McClain is a good player with limitations, but he brings toughness and attitude to the Ravens defense.
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agreed
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by Brian Levenson on Jul 27, 2011 3:00 PM EDT up reply actions
As would I
The Redskins’ front office has reportedly “wavered” on the merits of re-signing free agent LB Rocky McIntosh.
McIntosh was ill-fitted for the new 3-4 defense, and he fared poorly in the coaching staff’s 2010 evaluations. Given what we know about the Redskins plans, McIntosh is a poor bet to return.
http://rotoworld.com/player/nfl/3929/rocky-mcintosh
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Well if we can’t sign Anderson, I think he’ll be a good plan B
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 3:06 PM EDT up reply actions
I wouldnt mind McInthosh
we took our top linebacker, the bill tops linebacker, then Redskins top linebacker, and put them on one team.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
by rhettchrystal on Jul 27, 2011 3:01 PM EDT up reply actions
BTW - ESPN Said this about James Anderson
Grade – 78 – Anderson has adequate size for the position along with excellent long speed and good quickness, agility and body control. He is a very active linebacker who has learned how to read blocking schemes, and is becoming quick to locate the level of the ball and step up to make the play in the hole. He can deliver a good pop when he’s taking on blockers but is still more effective when playing off the edges. He gets excellent depth in his pass drops but still needs some work on his route recognition and ball skills.
And Rotoworld (though a week old)
The player rep for free agent OLB James Anderson confirmed that his goal is to work out a deal with the Panthers during the three-day exclusive window for negotiations.
“James has expressed an interest to me to remain in Carolina. I’m going to do everything in my power with (GM) Marty (Hurney) to make that happen,” the agent said. “Marty expressed prior to the lockout that James is a priority. We’ll work over the 72 hours to try to get that done. Otherwise, we’ll have many other suitors.” Jul 20, 9:26 AM
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At least he knows he’ll have other teams that are interested
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 3:07 PM EDT up reply actions
I never saw why Weddle got so much hoopla anyway...
….I mean the dude is legit, but I’ll take Landry over him. I would rather see Landry hitting people while wearing teal than Weddle. Plus, you know learning from Rex Ryan has got to rub off on you. Ron Rivera’s a good one, but I’ll take the guy that taught Ron a defense over Ron Rivera.
Wait why don't we skip the OLB and grab Johnathan Josepeh.
This may sound stupid, but our base defense will be the nickel. Joseph and Mathis on outside, and Cox as nickel. It’ll be good against passing teams, and will limit passing, then Alualu, Knighton, and Posluszny is as solid as solid can get up the middle.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
The Jags play
@ Jets
@ Carolina
Cincinnati
@ Pittsburgh
Baltimore
@ Cleveland
and Tennessee twice
They’re going to need help at LB more than help at CB at this point
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
We have always been solid against
the run, pass is where we need help.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
by rhettchrystal on Jul 27, 2011 3:12 PM EDT up reply actions
Not last season
http://www.bigcatcountry.com/2011/1/6/1919429/aimless-meanderings-its-worse-than-i-thought
Rushing Yards Per Attempt in Jacksonville Loss: 5.14 yards/attempt
100 yard games in Jacksonville Loss: 7/8 (87.5%)
Rushing Yards allowed in Jacksonville Loss: 157.38 Yards/Game
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
We ranked 22nd in the league last year against the run
I wouldn’t exactly call that solid
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 3:17 PM EDT up reply actions
well that's closer to solid
then the pass, we eliminated Peyton Hillis, besides a late run almost eliminated CJ2K, and Arian Foster didn’t get over 100 in 1 game. But Knighton declined tords the end, and the middle didn’t have a wall.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
by rhettchrystal on Jul 27, 2011 3:22 PM EDT up reply actions
Another fun stat
Passing Yards allowed in Jacksonville Win: 289.25 Yards/Game
Passing Yards allowed in Jacksonville Loss: 234.88 Yards/Game
Have to stop the run before you can stop the pass.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Don't forget the Oakland game
McFadden burned us a couple times
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 3:25 PM EDT up reply actions
***********INTERESTIN DEVELOPMENT**********
•Houston and Jacksonville lost out on a player they’d at least inquired about and should have been chasing hard. San Diego safety Eric Weddle resigned with the Chargers. Kevin Acee reports the five-year deal is worth $40 million with $19 million guaranteed. Pete Prisco tweeted that Houston was a late player Tuesday night but that Jacksonville never made an offer.
Yessssssssssss again!!!!!!! Wayne Smarty Pants!
frankDUBZ
"I'm smacking you with the truth......" - Me
NFL.com:
…The Chargers locked up the 2010 Pro Bowl selection by agreeing to terms on a five-year, $40 million deal, NFL Network insider Jason La Canfora reported, citing a league source. Weddle receives $19 million guaranteed and a $13 million signing bonus…
Softens the blow to my hopes if
the $10+ mil/year turns out to be the right figure
Ive heard that his agent said he would be the highest-paid safety, and
that’s what NFL.com says too. The only way that could be true (Berry siged for 10 mil average) is if the $13mil signing bonus is on top of the $40 mil/5-years.
But I keep saying " IF" because everyone else is saying $40 mil total.
Oh, well. At any rate, he’s not a Jag.
I heard the cowboys were all over him
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 3:29 PM EDT up reply actions
Landry
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dgFjtrCP9-Q
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sjlL_-UYiFI&feature=related
He’s a hard hitter, and a ball-hawk.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
Via Tania Ganguli's twitter
Something to consider: the #Jaguars won’t have SS Courtney Greene or any FA safety in camp until CBA ratification.
Apparently Greene is an exclusive rights FA
starting to hear that players and agents VERY upset about Weddle deal
publicly they are congrats…privately….NOT HAPPY AT ALL,,,Jim Trotter of SI and Michael Wright is saying everything they can without getting into details
Once a man has tasted freedom he will never be content to be a slave. That is why I believe that this frightfulness we see everywhere today is only temporary. Tomorrow will be better for as long as America keeps alive the ideals of freedom and a better life. -Walt Disney
Regarding the Jags, by any chance?
Remember the “false alarm” about his signing with the Jags yesterday?
Or just the $?
not with the Jags...with the level of player and amount of money apparently
Once a man has tasted freedom he will never be content to be a slave. That is why I believe that this frightfulness we see everywhere today is only temporary. Tomorrow will be better for as long as America keeps alive the ideals of freedom and a better life. -Walt Disney
http://www.profootballfocus.com/blog/2011/07/27/free-agency-2011-poz-to-the-jags/
Free Agency 2011 – Poz to the Jags
July 27th, 2011 | Author: Khaled Elsayed
So free agency is underway and we’ve already seen some pretty big moves. Some of them have been quite shocking, and others have been pretty much expected since as long as can be remembered.
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And some of them weren’t really on my radar, but then they happened and you can’t help but think, ‘yeah that makes an awful lot of sense’.
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The one deal that especially made me feel that? Paul Posluszny to the Jaguars.
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If reports are be believed (and I’m an idealistic sort of chap who doesn’t think anyone would ever lie to him), the former Bill has signed on for six years. For how much money is anybody’s guess, but as one of the top free agent linebackers you can’t fault the Jags for making a splash on day one.
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The Jaguars needed linebacker help. They have struggled the past couple of years by getting guys (Justin Durant, Clint Ingram and Kirk Morrison) who just aren’t suited to an every down linebacker role. The man known as ‘Poz’ is, and it’s a great move for all involved.
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At Home in a 4-3
The Bills wanted to keep their star linebacker. They’re not a talent rich team who can afford to lose good football players. But sometimes a player just isn’t going to excel in the system you’re implementing. The Bills ran something akin to a hybrid last year (with far more 4-3 looks), with the former Penn State linebacker playing at either an inside linebacker spot in a 3-4, or outside linebacker role in a 4-3.
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It didn’t work for him.
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For whatever reason, Posluszny didn’t play all that well. He certainly wasn’t anywhere near the level he was in 2009. Being moved from the middle linebacker spot seemed to have a negative impact on his play, with his grade dropping significantly as the Bills alternated their schemes. It’s rumored the Bills will be less reliant on a 4-3 that they didn’t want to, but had to use in 2010, and more committed to a 3-4 that they didn’t have the personnel for last year. The retention of Shawne Merriman and drafting of Marcel Dareus seem to indicate as much.
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With that in mind, Posluszny isn’t worth as much to them, as he is to a team married to a 4-3 defense.
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What he can do
Maybe I’m a tad generous, but I’m giving Posluszny a bit of a pass for 2010. He made a lot of tackles (and didn’t miss many), but really struggled adapting to his new role in the Bills defense. No, when I’m evaluating him I’m looking to what he did as a conventional MLB in 2009. And Jags fans, you’ll be happy to know he was superb.
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A truly complete player, we live in an age where it seems 75% of MLBs are just sideline to sideline, tackle number guys. You ask them to cover a zone, or track someone and they just don’t have it in them to do it. Posluszny isn’t that type of guy. Even after returning after breaking his arm, he didn’t allow any touchdowns and picked up three interceptions, with just 64.5% of throws against him being complete (very low for a linebacker). He’s utterly comfortable in coverage and it shows.
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That’s a very nice quality to have, and one that works exceptionally well with what we can do in run defense. He rarely gets caught out of position, and is a very reliable tackler. Sure, he may not shed blocks like Patrick Willis, but then who does? What makes Posluszny one of the better middle linebackers in the league is how complete he is, and he’s exactly what the Jaguars need.
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Win-win
Bills fans may be feeling a bit like a scorned ex-lover, passed over for a sexier model who lives in a warmer climate. In some respects they have been given the rebuild job their team is undergoing. But fundamentally as good a player as Posluszny is, he’s not right for where you’re going. It was a break up in the best interests of all parties, and you’ll meet someone who may not have the same rep as Poz, but can do a job in your 3-4 hybrid just as well. So take heart in that.
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As for Jacksonville? Well when you treat Posluszny right (put him in a 4-3), he’s a tremendous asset and will serve you well. In the long run, the Bills, Jags and Posluszny himself, will all be grateful for the decisions made on the 26th July 2011.
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"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
I'm excited
“He’ll be superb”
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
by rhettchrystal on Jul 27, 2011 4:37 PM EDT up reply actions
This evaluation sounds a lot better than the ones by ESPN or Profootballfocus
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 4:42 PM EDT up reply actions
I feel bad
for the Bills. They lost the last good piece to their defense.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
I can't stop switching sites and refreshing, I feel like...
frankDUBZ
"I'm smacking you with the truth......" - Me
1 more LB off the board.
Quincy Black | OLB 2010 Team: Tampa Bay Exp: 4 years
Analysis: Black — the No. 5-rated linebacker available in free agency, according to NFL.com’s Pat Kirwan — will stay in Tampa, agreeing to terms on a five-year deal worth $29 million (with $11.5 guaranteed), a league source has told NFL Network insider Jason La Canfora.The Buccaneers had two starting linebackers on the free-agent market (Barrett Ruud is available, too). Black recorded 61 tackles, two sacks and an interception while starting 10 games for Tampa Bay in 2010.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
looks like we’re down to Anderson, McIntosh, or Sessions
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 4:50 PM EDT up reply actions
Anderson's off the board
http://www.rotoworld.com/playernews/nfl/football
Hit em once smile at em and hit em again
It's a shame but not a surprise
Guess it’ll be Clint Sessions (maybe)
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
McIntosh and Session now
look at it this way: there’s more money for Marcedes
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 5:01 PM EDT up reply actions
So down to McIntosh, Session?
I don’t think Roach has agreed to terms yet with Chicago. Love to bring him in to Jacksonville.
Gene may target a lower tier OLB,
but he’s got a lot of money to spend. So, like I said earlier, I’m expecting Sessions and Landry.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
How in the world
do the Bills justify giving Drayton Florence 15million/3 years??? He is AWFUL
Fidelis Ad Mortem
Sounds like
You’re just going by OUR mistake. He’s been a productive player for the Bills. He’s not awful.
Don't care.
He’s not a bad player at the moment.
Damn you quit being unbiased
But yeah, Drayton’s a decent corner but $5 million? Seems high.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Clint Session - ESPN Rating 77 (Anderson 78)
When healthy, Session is a very active linebacker who shows good lateral range as well as the ability to get depth in his zone drops. He can redirect and close on the ball from zone coverage and will show a good burst to close on tackles. He is slightly undersized and can struggle when trying to take on blockers and shed in time to make the play. He is an explosive tackler who can roll his hips to unload and will drive the ball carrier back.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
ALFIE!!!!! WHERE ARE YOU????
Hear anything, but you can’t substantiate?
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
He's at the doctors.
he better get home soon…I NEED MORE POSTS!!!
Fidelis Ad Mortem
by JPQ! on Jul 27, 2011 5:08 PM EDT up reply actions 1 recs
He'd better
We’re falling into drag queen anarchy
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Ive fallen and i cant get up
"HULU: An evil plot to destroy the world. Enjoy"
Real fans don’t need a reason.
Is it finally time to draft a QB?
by TheTealDeal on Jul 27, 2011 5:34 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Did the doc rule you a healthy, growing boy?
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Those immunizations are a bitch
My butt hurt for a week after my last one…
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
You think sessions will go for a 4 yr deal giving him 4 mill a year?
"HULU: An evil plot to destroy the world. Enjoy"
Real fans don’t need a reason.
Is it finally time to draft a QB?
by TheTealDeal on Jul 27, 2011 5:07 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Thats sounds pretty good I say
4 years 17.3 Million. 6 Mill Guarneteed.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
by rhettchrystal on Jul 27, 2011 5:10 PM EDT up reply actions
thank god
i said it a couple days ago hes not worth it and gene smith will do something else. i want landry because he came from baltimores defense. you know hell go hard and has the right mentality. jags need playmakers, and weddle isnt it. 2 picks last year and no forced fumbles, and hes played with some good front 7’s. we’ll get a better player for less money thats the gene way. go jags
Wow, just saw Derrick Mason was released
Not saying go get him, just kind of surprising – I thought he would retire a Raven.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
He didn't retire quick enough...
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I'm willing to drink the Kool-ade, but I'm hungry for the truth.
by Brian Levenson on Jul 27, 2011 5:32 PM EDT up reply actions
So im seeing jaguars and mason....
Just kidding though it’d be interesting
"HULU: An evil plot to destroy the world. Enjoy"
Real fans don’t need a reason.
Is it finally time to draft a QB?
by TheTealDeal on Jul 27, 2011 5:32 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
My soul died a little bit
Not as much as watching Ian in drag though ;(
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Has Fred announced retirement yet?
I am looking forward to Freddy T Night at EverBank!
frankDUBZ
"I'm smacking you with the truth......" - Me
Also completely unrelated - Apparently those warnings from BigBlueShoe won't go away (even after a year)
He issued me a warning about a year ago. Hopped over there for the first time in forever, and:
You have been issued a warning.
Your FanPost was completely unnecessary and also insulting. It has been deleted, and you have been given this warning. If you write something like that again, you will be banned.
In order to continue participating on Stampede Blue you must acknowledge your warning by pressing the OK button below.
Just because I posted this over at StampedeBlue: http://www.bigcatcountry.com/2010/12/16/1881369/my-post-to-stampedeblue
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
I haven't (in forever)
Just curious how North Korea was these days.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Rainy with a chance of sun
"HULU: An evil plot to destroy the world. Enjoy"
Real fans don’t need a reason.
Is it finally time to draft a QB?
by TheTealDeal on Jul 27, 2011 5:27 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
I will be a regular there when Peyton retires
and the Colts go back to their long history of sucking
Fidelis Ad Mortem
I knew BBS was a dousche but
This is beyond anything he’s done before…it’s also dumber
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 5:39 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Prisco says
I know not everybody loves him, but he says Breaston is set to go to KC – S&%T! Says scoots say Whitner, Pool, Bigby can’t cover, We better get Landry! He also says Jags really like Session, he is most likely the guy at OLB.
Those guys (IMO)
Whitner and Bigby can’t cover.
Pool is decent but had health problems in the past.
Roman Harper is moving up my imaginary, all import safety board, but I bet the Saints keep him.
Here’s a guy who could not suck as bad as they did last year – Husain Abdullah (Grade 68)
Abdullah was the second-most active defender in the Vikings’ secondary in 2010. He is a good combination of size, strength and athleticism for the safety position. He has some athletic limitations but is a tough, competitive player who wins with strength and toughness. He shows good instincts and reacts well in run support as well as in zone coverage. He has good ball skills and anticipates well to make plays on the ball. He lacks great burst and speed and is a bit of a liability in pure man coverage schemes, but appears to know his limitations. Abdullah was solid in 2010 but will have to perform well early in 2011 to secure a starting position.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
I knew who you meant
I like him, but is he healthy again? I haven’t heard anything.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
if they dont hand to play here ill drag them by the ears and make them play here
by Ian Wasserstrom on Jul 27, 2011 5:28 PM EDT reply actions
How so?
PriscoCBS Pete Prisco
Jaguars and Landry not a good match too much like what they have
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Not sure
Found this:
Free agent SS Dawan Landry wants to re-sign with the Ravens.
“I’d rather be a Raven,” Landry said. “I feel like we’ve built something here, and there’s great chemistry on the team. I think we’re almost at that next level. A play here and a play there and we would’ve been in the Super Bowl.” Landry will likely get a higher offer elsewhere, so that sentiment will be put to the test
http://rotoworld.com/recent/nfl/3956/dawan-landry
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
Saw that last night.
But the rather be a raven isn’t rather then Jaguars, it’s rather then free agency. He wants to resign, but the Ravens arn’t going to give big money to another safety. So unless he wants a small contract, he’ll probably be out of Baltimore.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
by rhettchrystal on Jul 27, 2011 5:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Ravens have cap issues
They can’t sign everyone they want too.
by cathousecrazy on Jul 27, 2011 5:33 PM EDT up reply actions
Yep and that works in our favor
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 5:43 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
What the heck does that mean?
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 5:32 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
I guess Pete thinks he's too much like Courtney Greene?
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
probably
but Landry can cover too. And he hits harder than Greene.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
by rhettchrystal on Jul 27, 2011 5:33 PM EDT up reply actions
I've been listening.
He is saying He likes Landry but he is not a rangy cover safety he thinks they need, but he said after Weddle that guy isn’t out there and ishard to find.
by cathousecrazy on Jul 27, 2011 5:34 PM EDT up reply actions
Da Boys released Williams at WR
I wonder if Gene would look at him?
I don't think so.
"Don't go away Mad, Just go away."
by rhettchrystal on Jul 27, 2011 5:33 PM EDT up reply actions
i wouldnt mind brodney poole, dashaun goldston, chris carr, josh wilson, ehll, even eric wright at this point……….
I never think about Eric Wright - Good corner on bad team
But just saw he may have some baggage –
Strengths:
Eric Wright has great size and is probably the best athlete in the draft at the cornerback position. He has terrific reactions and the agility to react to receivers. He is physical at the line of scrimmage and uses his hands well to knock receivers off their routes. Good ball skills and times his jump well to deflect balls and make interceptions.
Weaknesses:
If it was not for off the field issues, Wright would be a definite first round pick and possibly the first cornerback taken. He does rely on his natural athleticism too much at times, which can allow him to give up the big play if he misreads the QB. At times he will go for a big hit instead of wrapping up.
Overall:
Eric Wright started his collegiate career at USC before legal troubles, including rape allegations and charges for possession of the drug Ecstay, forced his transfer to UNLV. Wright is an elite cover corner – probably the best man corner in the entire draft. Wright’s long speed is ideal and he is a very fluid athlete. If Wright can stay out of trouble off the field and improve his tackling, he could become one of the top CBs in the league.
Ignore the hype; look at the results.
I think Gene will love him
Especially the part about rape allegations and the ecstasy possession lol
by montanajagsfan on Jul 27, 2011 5:42 PM EDT via mobile up reply actions
Did any rookies sign yet?
taniaganguli Tania Ganguli
Chris Prosinski’s agent still doesn’t have a contract to review for the fourth-round draft pick. #Jaguars
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