Adam Meadows comes out of retirement for Broncos

[SouthStndJunkie]

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2533926

Out of the league for the past two seasons, Adam Meadows' return to the NFL became official on Saturday evening as ESPN.com has learned that the seven-year veteran offensive lineman signed a three-year contract with the Denver Broncos.

More info in the article....

[SouthStndJunkie]

This guy could really help us if healthy.

[WABronco]

Hmmm...

I guess it's better than having Cornell Green and nobody as the back up tackles. Good depth move.

[GonzoLays]

What happened, Bruce Matthews was not available?

[Ballhawk]

At 32 he could play 3-4 more years effectively...Surprising that KC didnt go after him :)

[(Jae)]

Hmmm...



Hmmmmm is right.
The Homer in me says this is a good back up at worst.

The glass is half empty part of me says " Kyle Turley- 2.0"

[SouthStndJunkie]

low risk/high reward signing

[watermock]

http://media.movieweb.com/galleries/2132/posters/poster1_large.jpg

Meadows is pimp man...I can't believe he's throwing away stardom to become a backup lineman.

[MechanicalBull]

That came out of nowhere, but you can always use more experienced depth

[Gcver2ver3]

Hmmmmm is right.
The Homer in me says this is a good back up at worst.

The glass is half empty part of me says " Kyle Turley- 2.0"


its a good move.......

[ward63]

Just saw it on kffl

Broncos | Team signs Meadows
Sat, 29 Jul 2006 17:44:10 -0700
<A href="http://www.kffl.com/link/9">ESPN.com's Len Pasquarelli (http://www.kffl.com/link/17) reports the Denver Broncos (http://www.kffl.com/team/15/nfl) have signed free agent OL Adam Meadows (http://www.kffl.com/player/853/nfl) (Panthers) to a three-year contract. Complete financial details of the contract were not yet available. But the contract, which was negotiated by agent Don Henderson over the last 24 hours, has a $400,000 signing bonus and a base salary for 2006 of $850,000. It also includes several escalators, most of them based on playing time, that could increase the total value by increasing the base salaries for 2007 and 2008.

[Orange_Beard]

If this is only to keep away from the chiefs it is a good move.

[Moon§hiner]

I like the signing...he hasn't taken the beating that Turley has over the years.

[watermock]

WTF? That's more than half our draft choices got!

http://www.nfl.com/players/playerpage/12559

He hasn't played since 04. I don't know what his injury was. What was his injury?

That should put a little fear in some late round draft choices like Myers, Kuper and Eslinger.

[ward63]

This is going to be a very interesting training camp for the O-line now!

[Ballhawk]

This is a guy that got a 2.5 mil SB and 15 mill contract before hurting his shoulder, fresh legs and a vet, good signing.

[eddie mac]

Broncos must feel he has a decent chance of making the roster otherwise they've just pissed away $400,000 in cap space.

[12th man]

Nice depth move!!

[Gcver2ver3]

Broncos must feel he has a decent chance of making the roster otherwise they've just pissed away $400,000 in cap space.


oh yeah...he'll make the team for sure....

i wonder if they intend to cut someone else....dwayne carswell maybe?

[cutthemdown]

At 32 he could play 3-4 more years effectively...Surprising that KC didnt go after him :)
maybe we did it so KC wouldnt have anyone to get.

[GaBronc]

Great pick-up.This guy will push Foster.Great athlete with good feet and understands zone principles(INDY).:strong:

[cutthemdown]

he has had some injuries throughout career. But as a move for depth I'd say its worth it.

[watermock]

I think House is the obvious casualty here. It saddens me because he is one of the last of the B2B Broncos. Did they kick him to the curb after his non fault accident? I'm not saying he's an automatic cut, but if he is released, it won't be because the Broncos left him out to dry. He's been able to continue his rehab when other teams might of turned their back. At the very least, he's been able to get rehab and get his strength back. I don't want this read wrong. He almost died but time goes on for all of us I guess. I think it's admirable that Denver has kept getting his strength up. That's upright. Your have to roll the team and it might be his turn, but he wasn't abandoned, that's the point. He might still make the team, I'm not counting him out, but if he is, he's certainly not going to be destitute if he had any sense at all. He's a hell of a blocker as a TE, but eventualy your change the guard. He might push out a rookie but I doubt it.

I can't even imagine Rod Smith and House saying goodbye. I'm just happy House was able to get primo care after his accident that wasn't his fault. Same with Big Ben BTW. Enough violins for the guy, he's got plenty of money and will get a retirement settlement. My point is the Broncos didn't dump him.

[Kaylore]

The funny thing about this is that we need depth and the Chiefs probably could have used him as a starter. :rofl:

[watermock]

Wow...now if we can get Godzilla off the waiver wire we are in business.

[Hoosier Bronco]

I would rather save the roster spots to develop some of the younger guys, unless Meadows is going to start.

[watermock]

The funny thing about this is that we need depth and the Chiefs probably could have used him as a starter. :rofl:

I broke out laughing.

[eddie mac]

Unless Green's had a huge drop-off in performance I cant see his job being on the line (excuse the pun) because he got rave reviews from the coaches last year and covered well for Foster when he was hurt. Coaches mustn't be too impressed with Alexander and Carswell's recoveries unless they'll slot them for position switches again.

[SouthStndJunkie]

The funny thing about this is that we need depth and the Chiefs probably could have used him as a starter. :rofl:

Screw KC.

[watermock]

twice

[watermock]

Of course his job isn't on the line, he's only 38.

[SouthStndJunkie]

Meadows could step in at G or T if need be.

[(Jae)]

The funny thing about this is that we need depth and the Chiefs probably could have used him as a starter. :rofl:


Hey, Dan Neil is still out there, right :~ohyah!:
http://cache.denverbroncos.com/resources/custom/Team/neil_mug.jpg

[DenverBrit]

Adam Meadows Plans NFL Return


(AP Photo/Chuck Robinson) By: ColtPower.com

Date: Jul 19, 2006

According to a report at ESPN.com, former Colts and Panthers offensive lineman Adam Meadows wants to return to the NFL. Will he return to Carolina since they still hold his rights? Or will he be a free agent?

Former NFL offensive lineman Adam Meadows walked away from the game back in 2004 after seven years with the Indianapolis Colts. And with six seasons as a starter under his belt, Meadows had no problem finding interest in his services when the Colts didn't re-sign him as an unrestricted free agent. The Panthers planned to have him compete for a starter's role in their offensive lineup and signed him to a five-year, $15 million contract.

But Meadows missed most of training camp with a shoulder injury, and although there was reportedly no structural damage, he decided to hang up his spikes as he expected the shoulder to continue to nag at him with soreness.
Meadows moved on with his life, starting up a home construction business back in Georgia, but has found that he just simply misses the game at age 32.

"Let's face it, I just love football," Meadows told ESPN.com on Wednesday. "I feel a lot better physically now than when I left the game and my weight is back up to about where it needs to be. You just don't know how much you miss it until it's gone from you."

Meadows will put his request for reinstatement in writing to the league office this week, and should have no problem getting back into the league. But where he will end up playing is up in the air. The Panthers still hold his rights, but have two very good players at the offensive tackle position. So team officials will have to decide whether Meadows holds enough value as a guard, a position he has also played, or simply as a veteran player who can provide depth -- or they can release him from his obligation to play in Carolina, allowing him to solicit offers from other clubs as a free agent.

The Panthers are expected to reach a decision in the next few days and are

http://colts.scout.com/2/548147.html

[DenverBrit]

Panthers release tackle Meadows, granting veteran free-agency
July 25, 2006
CBS SportsLine.com wire reports




CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- The Carolina Panthers released offensive lineman Adam Meadows on Tuesday, allowing him to become an unrestricted free agent.

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Meadows is attempting a comeback after retiring two years ago.

"We just felt like he hadn't played in two years and that it was best for us to release his rights as soon as possible and give him an opportunity to sign (with another team)," Panthers general manager Marty Hurney said.

The Panthers signed Meadows to a five-year contract worth $15 million in 2004 and projected him as their starting right tackle. But he retired just two weeks into training camp that year, complaining of chronic pain in his surgically repaired shoulder.

Meadows didn't receive any of the $15 million, voluntarily returning his $2.5 million signing bonus. Because he never played in a regular-season game with Carolina, the rest of the contract was voided.

Nonetheless, when the league approved Meadows' request for reinstatement earlier this week, his rights reverted back to the Panthers and he was briefly placed on the team's retired-reserve list.

"We have a lot of respect for Adam and ... we hope he does well wherever he ends up," Hurney said.

[Barry Ramey]

It's a good signing in that you can never have too much depth and one never knows when there will be an injury, so good insurance. He may not even make the team, who knows, but good to have him through training camp and preseason in case something bad happens.

[listopencil]

"We have a lot of respect for Adam and ... we hope he does well wherever he ends up," Hurney said.



That's class. Nice move by the Carolina FO.

[watermock]

Just WOW!

This is a pretty big signing I guess!

The guy was beat up and needed time to rest his shoulder. This is a fantastic signing!

I didn't know he was beat up due to being beat up. This might be a huge signing. Other teams offered him contracts. We ROCK! WE ROCK BOOYA!

[listopencil]

We ROCK! WE ROCK BOOYA!


No ****! I'd love to see some serious competition at the OT/Guard position.

[watermock]

This old cuss will make a nice transitional player for us. 32 isn't old unless you have high miles and he's been out off football for two years letting his body heal. We are going to have fine teams for years to come.

BooYa!

[watermock]

You can't just throw one of our your young OL in there yet...this is a very good move.

[DelBronco]

I agree. Great move for depth and competition. Can't really find a negative with it. It does make you wonder though why KC didn't pursure him heavily, and from everything I've read they weren't in the hunt. Either they're content with Black and the other stiffs they have, or they just missed the boat. I'm thinking I know the answer to that....

[MechanicalBull]

Meadows didn't receive any of the $15 million, voluntarily returning his $2.5 million signing bonus. Because he never played in a regular-season game with Carolina, the rest of the contract was voided.


Seems like a real good classy guy. Looks like he is smart and enjoys playing the game and doesn't put up a fight to return a couple million.

[clean]

"We had to play 69 minutes of Colts football, or whatever it took," said Colts offensive tackle Adam Meadows, who recovered a fumble for a first down to keep a drive alive. "The best thing about this is we were down and almost out.

"The Broncos are up on a pedestal. I think everybody thought two weeks ago was luck."

Meadows was referring to the Colts' 35-13 upset victory at Philadelphia. The Colts were nine-point underdogs then, six-point underdogs this time.


http://www2.indystar.com/library/factfiles/sports/football/indpls_colts/2002_season/stories/2002_1124c.html

[Paladin]

I agree. Great move for depth and competition. Can't really find a negative with it. It does make you wonder though why KC didn't pursure him heavily, and from everything I've read they weren't in the hunt. Either they're content with Black and the other stiffs they have, or they just missed the boat. I'm thinking I know the answer to that....

The KC francise just misses nearly every boat that comes along. In fact, I am not sure they are even at the lake.... Peterson just plain sucks as a GM, and that is a good thing.

[Bob's your Information Minister]

The Chiefs don't need another old offensive tackle. They were going to have to prepare for Roaf's retirement eventually, so they might as well go to battle with the young guys they have now and find his replacement.

[Clockwork Orange]

The Chiefs don't need another old offensive tackle. They were going to have to prepare for Roaf's retirement eventually, so they might as well go to battle with the young guys they have now and find his replacement.

It's a shame that Peterson didn't think about that on draft day. This years draft was loaded with promising tackles.

[Hulamau]

He's the perfect size and style for our team and played tough at Indy for years. Hes a guy that could come in and spell a starter during a game and not miss much.

[cutthemdown]

The Chiefs don't need another old offensive tackle. They were going to have to prepare for Roaf's retirement eventually, so they might as well go to battle with the young guys they have now and find his replacement.
I agree trying to fix holes with older players coming off injuries is really stupid. Having said that I would take Meadows over Turly at this point. Turley's problem is a bad back, Meadows only had a bad shoulder. IMO Meadows will be the stronger of those 2 this yr. So Chiefs prob didnt want to grab another vet olineman with an injury concern when they already have one slated to start. I do think Meadows can play though and will add great depth to line. He may even push Foster imo if he's healthy.

[~Crash~]

Nice depth move!!

nice depth hog wash foster just might be on the ropes if so to heck with him !!!!!!!!! we are going Super bowling and if he does not want to be a part of that put him on the bench.....

[Kaylore]

I agree trying to fix holes with older players coming off injuries is really stupid. Having said that I would take Meadows over Turly at this point. Turley's problem is a bad back, Meadows only had a bad shoulder. IMO Meadows will be the stronger of those 2 this yr. So Chiefs prob didnt want to grab another vet olineman with an injury concern when they already have one slated to start. I do think Meadows can play though and will add great depth to line. He may even push Foster imo if he's healthy.
Well I doubt he'll push foster but Turley is way underweight (he anticipated playing tight end for crying out loud) and Meadows is right where he needs to be - especially for our system. Meadows would have been much better that Turley. Chiefs suck.

[Paladin]

It is good to read the typical mullet response justifying pi$$ poor team management. What a doofus Bob is....

[Bronco9798]

Broncos | Meadows to push for a starting job
Sat, 29 Jul 2006 19:35:06 -0700

Bill Williamson, of the Denver Post, reports Denver Broncos OL Adam Meadows will push OT George Foster for the starting right tackle job. Meadows is expected to be in camp Monday, July 31. "Adam is a very interesting player who has a lot of experience," Denver general manager Ted Sundquist said. "We think he can be a great fit."

[Paladin]

Poor, poor mullets.....

[Bob's your Information Minister]

Well I doubt he'll push foster but Turley is way underweight (he anticipated playing tight end for crying out loud) and Meadows is right where he needs to be - especially for our system. Meadows would have been much better that Turley. Chiefs suck.

No. Turley was the right choice for the Chiefs. He's also not that light. He's at about 280 right now.

[Bob's your Information Minister]

Foster is a bust!!!

[SoCalBronco]

Foster is a bust!!!

Thanks for ensuring that Big George will have a pro bowl year, Clayton. :thumbsup:

[Tombstone RJ]

Low risk, high reward deal. Good for the Broncos.

[DenverBrit]

The Chiefs don't need another old offensive tackle. They were going to have to prepare for Roaf's retirement eventually, so they might as well go to battle with the young guys they have now and find his replacement.



Whatever.

[Bob's your Information Minister]

Whatever? WHATEVER?

I know for a fact that if the Chiefs had signed Meadows, you idiots would be in here laughing at KC for signing another old player.

''LMAO the Chiefs just got younger'' Mock would say.

[DenverBrit]

No. Turley was the right choice for the Chiefs. He's also not that light. He's at about 280 right now.

The same guy you said was 'skinny'? I guess they all look skinny to you.

[Bob's your Information Minister]

He is skinny. He needs to gain weight. He's going to be able to play, though.

[Ballhawk]

Turley will not last 5 games. That is why every team he visited said no to playing T. Carl was deperate and it was a deperate signing. I am actually looking forward to the Chiefs in the celler of the AFC West..only downside in Fader fans, once out of the celler, may come back around.

[DenverBrit]

He is skinny. He needs to gain weight. He's going to be able to play, though.

Bob's your Information Minister]No. Turley was the right choice for the Chiefs. He's also not that light. He's at about 280 right now.

Make your mind up, Bob. I swear you'd argue the paint off a fence post.

[Bob's your Information Minister]

280 is too light.

[DenverBrit]

280 is too light.
He's also not that light. He's at about 280 right now.



Like I said, make your mind up. :drown:

[Odysseus]

When is Fosters contract up?

Anybody want to project what the OL roster will be?

[ZONA]

There's nothing quite like signing somebody who has a reputation to put some heat on the guy you have starting at that position early. I like what Shanny is doing here. He drafts Cutler (for the future yes, but also to light a fire under Plummers ass) and now signs this guy to light a fire under Fosters ass. The Broncos put this guy through a physical exam and a workout so I'm sure he's ready to go if called upon.

As for the Chiefs missing out on him, I think Edwards is looking to get younger there and knows he has a few years to build before any REAL pressure is on him.

[baja]

Whatever.


I find your avatar mesmerizing is that a real photo?

[watermock]

Whatever? WHATEVER?

I know for a fact that if the Chiefs had signed Meadows, you idiots would be in here laughing at KC for signing another old player.

''LMAO the Chiefs just got younger'' Mock would say.

The difference is Denver has been putting some young guns together rather quietly...Kuper, Myers, Eslinger, even Hamilton tho he's near the end of his contract...He's not going to get a blink as a 290 guard.

I can't believe this is his 6th year. Big George isn't bad, he's not good IMO. He was kinda hurt but no doubt, he's not dominant. That's the breaks.

[ward63]

When is Fosters contract up?

Anybody want to project what the OL roster will be?

If you're talking about this year, I say it stays the same. Except Meadows will rotate in also at G and Cornell at RT. I honestly hope Meadows takes Cooper's job. I really haven't been fond of him over the past 2 years and I believe his contract is up after this year correct? So I figure if we signed Meadows for 3 years, he's going to be here for at least 2, so let him start.

[Durango]

I don't know why, but I love this signing.

Everything I read in his bio says he is a solid & versatile lineman, and with our depth needs at tackle & guard, he could be our salvation in the event of injury.

[SouthStndJunkie]

What is not to love about it?

Low risk, proven player and it was an unexpected addition.....a nice little training camp surprise.

Worse case scenario.....he does not have it anymore and we cut him and take the cap hit. Enough other teams wanted to sign him....that leads me to think he should be physically ready to go.

[Darkhawk24]

You can see the frustration in Bobs posts. :)

[Dos Rios]

If you're talking about this year, I say it stays the same. Except Meadows will rotate in also at G and Cornell at RT. I honestly hope Meadows takes Cooper's job. I really haven't been fond of him over the past 2 years and I believe his contract is up after this year correct? So I figure if we signed Meadows for 3 years, he's going to be here for at least 2, so let him start.

Carlisle is the only starter who doesn't figure to be here through retirement. If anyone's job is in trouble, I'd bet Carlisle, not Foster. That said, some of the coaches I believe thought Carlisle played better than Hamilton last year.

With Green, Myers, Kuper, Alexander, Eslinger, and maybe Pears, the team has more promising OL prospects than anytime I can remember. And they historically keep only 8. With Meadows, I count 12 guys in the mix. House makes it 13.

OL will be a more interesting training camp battle than even WR or DB.

[Hercules Rockefeller]

Seems like a real good classy guy.

It was either voluntarily re-pay or re-pay after the Panthers sue him for the money.

[Barry Ramey]

And we don't know how much longer Nalen will play either, so that's another thing to think about.

[RicksDawg]

Meadows will push big George and will likely end up starting.

[DenverBrit]

I find your avatar mesmerizing is that a real photo?


As far as I know, it is real. What a way to come home .....even if it is just Coors. :thumbsup:

[ROYC75]

I would rather take a chance on Turley than Meadows.

As for the Chiefs, I thinking they are content on building within right now. They are pretty big on Will Sivitek and Kevin Sampson as there TOTF. KC has always had a pretty good history of building OL from within, I see no reason to fear this now.

The only thing I fear is our head coach......... still not sold on him yet.

[crazyhorse]

Well I doubt he'll push foster but Turley is way underweight (he anticipated playing tight end for crying out loud) and Meadows is right where he needs to be - especially for our system. Meadows would have been much better that Turley. Chiefs suck.

I agree. Undersized linemen cant get the job done.

[GonzoLays]

I agree. Undersized linemen cant get the job done.

Durrrhhh.

How is that left side of the line looking now, Hillbillyhorse?

Just imagine last year's Monday Night Game against the Broncos if you are having some trouble. Not a pretty picture is it? HA!

[Paladin]

Poor, poor mullets.....

[crazyhorse]

Durrrhhh.

I'm not sure but I think you may have mispelled this phrase.

However, it's the smartest thing in your post.

[Atlas]

Here is a pretty good article from the hometown perspective on Meadows.

SoCals link:http://www.wtoctv.com/Global/story.asp?S=5220004&nav=0qq9

UGA Football
Former Bulldog Adam Meadows Aims For NFL Comeback



ATHENS----There may be another former Georgia Bulldog to watch for on the Denver Broncos squad this season joining All-Pro cornerback Champ Bailey and offensive tackle George Foster.

Former National Football League standout and Georgia offensive tackle Adam Meadows signed a free agent deal with the Broncos this past Saturday. He is scheduled to fly to Colorado Monday and join the team for practice on Tuesday.

Meadows, who played for the University of Georgia from 1993-96, enjoyed a seven-year career in the NFL with the Indianapolis Colts. After getting drafted in the second round by the Colts in 1997, he went on to play in 104 games including 96 starts.

In 2004, Meadows signed a five-year contract worth $15 million with the then-defending NFC champion Carolina Panthers who projected him to start at right tackle. However during training camp, Meadows opted to retire due to shoulder problems. He didn't receive any of the $15 million, and he decided to return his $2.5 million signing bonus to the Panthers.

Because he never played in a regular-season game with the Panthers, his contract was voided. When Meadows applied for reinstatement to the NFL last week, his rights still belonged to the Panthers. Carolina released Meadows last Tuesday, allowing him to become an unrestricted free agent.

Several NFL teams including Denver, Atlanta, New Orleans, Green Bay, Washington, Dallas and Miami showed interested in the former Bulldog. Meadows reportedly received a $400,000 signing bonus from the Broncos and an $850,000 salary for the 2006 season.

Meadows, a 6-5, 294-pound native of Powder Springs, Ga., joins an experienced Denver unit. The Broncos return their entire starting offensive line from 2005 including Foster who was Denver's first round pick in 2003.

[Atlas]

Here is a pretty good article from the hometown perspective on Meadows.

SoCals link:http://www.wtoctv.com/Global/story.asp?S=5220004&nav=0qq9


Former Bulldog Adam Meadows Aims For NFL Comeback



ATHENS----There may be another former Georgia Bulldog to watch for on the Denver Broncos squad this season joining All-Pro cornerback Champ Bailey and offensive tackle George Foster.

.

I guess Denver is going to have two Georgia Bulldogs battling it out for the RT job.

[BroncoBuff]

Hmmmmm is right.
The Homer in me says this is a good back up at worst.

The glass is half empty part of me says " Kyle Turley- 2.0"
good post, new guy .... welcome.

[BroncoBuff]

Thanks for ensuring that Big George will have a pro bowl year, Clayton. :thumbsup:
I dunno, SoCal ... I might just agree with him on this one. Something doesn't add up.

Foster was a first round pick - and in his third year he lost almost half his playing time to journeyman OT Cornell Green. Something is fishy about that whole situation. Plus, I've been reading lately where observers had Cooper Carlisle rated very highly last year - some said he was better than Hamilton. If that's accurate, then Foster must be the reason we avoided running right like the plague.

I'm just sayin .... all this doesn't add up. Especially Green taking half his snaps.