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Tombstone RJ · 02-16-2011, 12:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kaylore

We should trade for Kevin Kolb.

If we didn't have Tebow, he'd be the QB I'd want the Broncos to acquire. If San Fran is smart, they will trade for him.

oubronco · 02-18-2011, 04:41 PM

Texans waived DT DeMario Pressley.

Pressley is a low-end three-technique prospect for 4-3 teams, so he never had a shot to stick when Houston switched to a 3-4. The 25-year-old may draw a bit of interest on waivers from teams desperate for an interior pass rusher.

Feb 18, 4:47 PM

Texans released WR Andre' Davis.

Davis turns 32 in June and missed all of the 2010 season with a tailbone injury, so he never had a fighting chance to see his projected 2011 salary of $4.7 million. Davis was once one of the NFL's top special teamers and a viable situational deep threat, but he may struggle to find a home in free agency.

Feb 18, 4:43 PM

oubronco · 02-18-2011, 04:45 PM

Owner Jim Irsay confirmed Thursday that the Colts have already offered Peyton Manning a more lucrative contract than Tom Brady's four-year, $72 million deal.

Irsay had already his intention to do exactly that, so it's no surprise. The Colts are willing to go to five or six years to lock up the 35-year-old, which is a no-brainer. Manning has never missed a game, and he figures to hold all of the major NFL passing records by age 40.

Source: Associated Press
Feb 17, 7:32 PM

oubronco · 02-18-2011, 04:50 PM

Rams released FS O.J. Atogwe.

Atogwe was due an $8M roster bonus on the 21st, and the Rams clearly had no plans to pay it. Though Atogwe had expressed desire to stay in St. Louis, he'd be smart to shop his wares on the market. Unlike most unrestricted free agents, Atogwe doesn't have to wait for a new CBA to sign elsewhere. He also turns 30 this summer, and won't have many more chances like this to hit it big.
Source: Jim Thomas on Twitter
Feb 18, 5:05 PM

SouthStndJunkie · 02-19-2011, 11:03 PM

phibacka31 · 02-21-2011, 01:07 PM

Figured this would happen, but Chad Greenway was tagged. I was hoping the Broncos could get him for the LB'ing crew. O well

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d...e=HP_headlines

oubronco · 02-22-2011, 06:25 AM

The Baltimore Sun reports that the Ravens have decided to release Willis McGahee.

The decision was reportedly made at the Ravens' recent personnel evaluation meetings. McGahee, entering his age-30 season, is due a $6 million salary in 2011, and the remaining years on his contract are optional. The move is expected sometime after the owners and players finalize a new CBA. The Sun's Mike Preston suggests that the Ravens could re-sign McGahee for less money after cutting him, but he's likely to pursue the best contract possible.

Source: Baltimore Sun
Feb 21, 4:24 PM

Gutless Drunk · 02-22-2011, 11:42 AM

Drunk Monkey · 02-22-2011, 12:02 PM

Sweet!!! I hope he finds his way to our team. He could bring our RB position some much needed speed.

Shananahan · 02-22-2011, 12:09 PM

Denver should be looking at Carolina's linebackers before they try to sign a high-priced runningback who would split carries.

lostknight · 02-22-2011, 12:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Macgregor

Denver should be looking at Carolina's linebackers before they try to sign a high-priced runningback who would split carries.

Agreed. Ball and Buck looked much better at the end of the season with Tebow as a dual threat. The wildcard in this is that it's unknown if the teams can signed UDFA's after the draft due to CBA restrictions. If so, I would be fine going after a UDFA or two, and just grabbing a TE or a FB right now.

SouthStndJunkie · 02-22-2011, 02:05 PM

Saints cut Jeremy Shockey

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com...eremy-shockey/

The New Orleans Saints are cutting ties with tight end Jeremy Shockey.

Jay Glazer of FOX Sports reports that the Saints are terminating Shockey’s contracts.

Shockey has long been a favorite of Saints coach Sean Payton, who was the Giants’ offensive coordinator in 2002, when Shockey was the Giants’ first-round draft pick. So in that respect this move may seem like a surprise.

But the Saints loved the production that rookie tight end Jimmy Graham had in 2010, so it’s not a shock that Shockey is being let go to make room for Graham as the new No. 1 tight end in New Orleans.

Rohirrim · 02-22-2011, 02:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SouthStndJunkie

Saints cut Jeremy Shockey

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com...eremy-shockey/

The New Orleans Saints are cutting ties with tight end Jeremy Shockey.

Jay Glazer of FOX Sports reports that the Saints are terminating Shockey’s contracts.

Shockey has long been a favorite of Saints coach Sean Payton, who was the Giants’ offensive coordinator in 2002, when Shockey was the Giants’ first-round draft pick. So in that respect this move may seem like a surprise.

But the Saints loved the production that rookie tight end Jimmy Graham had in 2010, so it’s not a shock that Shockey is being let go to make room for Graham as the new No. 1 tight end in New Orleans.

Football is a pitiless business. One minute you're on all the highlight reels, the next minute some young guy takes your job.

oubronco · 02-22-2011, 07:10 PM

Colts | DeMario Pressley claimed off waivers
Tue, 22 Feb 2011 15:20:47 -0800
The Indianapolis Colts announced Tuesday, Feb. 22, that they have claimed DL DeMario Pressley off waivers from the Houston Texans.

Read more: http://www.kffl.com/hotw/nfl#ixzz1EkR2rTAK

oubronco · 02-24-2011, 01:46 PM

Damn it

Dolphins applied the franchise tag to NT Paul Soliai.

Source: Jason LaCanfora on Twitter
Feb 24, 4:38 PM

oubronco · 02-24-2011, 01:46 PM

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports free agent TE Jeremy Shockey "took and passed" a physical for the Dolphins Thursday.

The Titans may not be interested, but both sides are tangoing in Miami despite GM Jeff Ireland's statements to the contrary earlier in the day. The match doesn't make much sense beyond Shockey's fame and a reputation for college success in South Florida a decade ago. That may be enough to get Shockey into a Dolphins uniform for 2011. He's not an upgrade on Anthony Fasano at this point in his career.
Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter
Feb 24, 4:18 PM

oubronco · 02-24-2011, 01:47 PM

Panthers extended restricted free agent tenders to DeAngelo Williams and DE Charles Johnson.

Whether the tenders mean anything will be determined by the new CBA, and we'd bet heavily against them being binding. Williams is a five-year veteran, while Johnson has four accrued seasons. The tenders will only restrict the players' free agency if the next agreement goes against the NFL's tradition of restricting only three-year players. Four- and five-year vets should all be unrestricted. It's complicated and boring, we know. The bottom line is that these tenders are much more bark than bite.
Source: Darin Gantt on Twitter
Feb 24, 9:00 AM

oubronco · 02-24-2011, 01:50 PM

The Ravens will allow impending free agent FB Le'Ron McClain to test the open market.

"Le'Ron McClain is a ball-carrier, too," coach John Harbaugh said. "He's not just a fullback. The market's going to declare that a little bit." McClain is as good as gone if another team promises him an increase in carries in addition to a raise.

Source: BaltimoreRavens.com
Feb 24, 1:48 PM

oubronco · 02-24-2011, 01:51 PM

Stanford Routt's three-year deal is worth $31.5 million, including $20 million over the first two years.

You read that correctly. No team in the league values Routt as highly as the Raiders. They managed to drastically overpay even though they were essentially bidding against themselves. Routt is a versatile corner sporting an impressive catch rate last season, but it's laughable to hand him two-thirds of Nnamdi Asomugha's salary.

Source: Jason LaCanfora on Twitter
Feb 24, 1:28 PM

oubronco · 02-24-2011, 01:58 PM

CSN Bay Area's Matt Maiocco confirms that the 49ers will not use the franchise tag before today's deadline.

They'll risk losing NT Aubrayo Franklin, and perhaps FS Dashon Goldson. Franklin expressed a desire earlier this month to test the free agent waters, and the 49ers weren't happy with his decision to sit out all last offseason and training camp after receiving the tag. Tagging Franklin again would've given him a 120-percent raise over his 2010 franchise salary.

Source: Matt Maiocco on Twitter
Feb 24, 11:01 AM

oubronco · 02-24-2011, 02:00 PM

The St. Petersburg Times' Stephen Holder predicts that MLB Barrett Ruud will be allowed to test unrestricted free agency.

Bucs GM Mark Dominik will meet with Ruud's agent at the Combine, but Holder would be "surprised" if there's substantial progress in contract talks. It sounds like Ruud is targeting an elite linebacker deal after asking for an extension for the last three years. The Bucs look unlikely to grant his wish.

Source: Stephen Holder on Twitter
Feb 24, 10:54 AM

oubronco · 02-24-2011, 02:01 PM

Free agent S Brodney Pool didn't allow a single touchdown pass in the second half of the 2010 season.

He also had nine pass breakups, although the Jets were hoping for more than one interception. Pool, 27 in May, is still only expected back in New York if he's willing to settle for a relatively cheap contract. The Jets "don't want to spend big for a safety," according to beat reporter Rich Cimini.

Source: ESPN New York
Feb 24, 10:02 AM

oubronco · 02-25-2011, 07:12 PM

Redskins coach Mike Shanahan "hinted strongly" that Clinton Portis will be released this offseason.

It's not exactly breaking news. Portis has missed 19 of a possible 32 games over the past two seasons, is due a ridiculous $8.254 million base salary, and turns 30 in September. Shanahan says he "wants (Portis) to test the market," and is hopeful he might return at a significantly smaller salary.
Source: Rich Campbell on Twitter
Feb 25, 5:01 PM

oubronco · 02-25-2011, 07:13 PM

Coach John Fox suggested the Broncos will add a complement to Knowshon Moreno in the backfield this offseason.

"You need more than one guy to make a full commitment to running the ball," Fox said. "We'll be in the process of finding more than one guy." Fantasy speculation has free agent DeAngelo Williams reuniting with Fox in Denver, though it's a dubious fit. The Broncos have too many other glaring needs to allocate resources to Moreno's backup/timeshare partner. Expect a lower-profile addition.
Source: Denver Post
Feb 25, 9:58 AM

oubronco · 02-25-2011, 07:14 PM

Impending free agent DE Cullen Jenkins is "99 percent sure" he's finished in Green Bay.

"Not at this point," said Jenkins of a potential return. "You get to a point where you want to go where you feel you're wanted. The way everything came down, it's just time for a new start." The Packers played nickel on more than 70 percent of their snaps last year, which limited Jenkins' role. He'll garner plenty of interest from 3-4 teams on the open market.
Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel
Feb 25, 8:36 AM

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02-18-2011, 04:41 PM	#2277
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	Texans waived DT DeMario Pressley. Pressley is a low-end three-technique prospect for 4-3 teams, so he never had a shot to stick when Houston switched to a 3-4. The 25-year-old may draw a bit of interest on waivers from teams desperate for an interior pass rusher. Feb 18, 4:47 PM Texans released WR Andre' Davis. Davis turns 32 in June and missed all of the 2010 season with a tailbone injury, so he never had a fighting chance to see his projected 2011 salary of $4.7 million. Davis was once one of the NFL's top special teamers and a viable situational deep threat, but he may struggle to find a home in free agency. Feb 18, 4:43 PM

02-18-2011, 04:45 PM	#2278
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	Owner Jim Irsay confirmed Thursday that the Colts have already offered Peyton Manning a more lucrative contract than Tom Brady's four-year, $72 million deal. Irsay had already his intention to do exactly that, so it's no surprise. The Colts are willing to go to five or six years to lock up the 35-year-old, which is a no-brainer. Manning has never missed a game, and he figures to hold all of the major NFL passing records by age 40. Source: Associated Press Feb 17, 7:32 PM

02-18-2011, 04:50 PM	#2279
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	Rams released FS O.J. Atogwe. Atogwe was due an $8M roster bonus on the 21st, and the Rams clearly had no plans to pay it. Though Atogwe had expressed desire to stay in St. Louis, he'd be smart to shop his wares on the market. Unlike most unrestricted free agents, Atogwe doesn't have to wait for a new CBA to sign elsewhere. He also turns 30 this summer, and won't have many more chances like this to hit it big. Source: Jim Thomas on Twitter Feb 18, 5:05 PM

02-19-2011, 11:03 PM	#2280
SouthStndJunkie Ring of Famer Shannon Says: Listen to The Junkman Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 15,267

02-21-2011, 01:07 PM	#2281
phibacka31 Perennial Pro-bowler Nasty Nate Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Manchester, IA Posts: 986 Adopt-a-Bronco: Nate Irving	Figured this would happen, but Chad Greenway was tagged. I was hoping the Broncos could get him for the LB'ing crew. O well http://www.nfl.com/news/story/09000d...e=HP_headlines

02-22-2011, 06:25 AM	#2282
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	The Baltimore Sun reports that the Ravens have decided to release Willis McGahee. The decision was reportedly made at the Ravens' recent personnel evaluation meetings. McGahee, entering his age-30 season, is due a $6 million salary in 2011, and the remaining years on his contract are optional. The move is expected sometime after the owners and players finalize a new CBA. The Sun's Mike Preston suggests that the Ravens could re-sign McGahee for less money after cutting him, but he's likely to pursue the best contract possible. Source: Baltimore Sun Feb 21, 4:24 PM

02-22-2011, 11:42 AM	#2283
Gutless Drunk Perennial Pro-bowler Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 930 Adopt-a-Bronco: None

02-22-2011, 12:02 PM	#2284
Drunk Monkey Mars b****es!!! Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Texas Posts: 1,597	Sweet!!! I hope he finds his way to our team. He could bring our RB position some much needed speed.

02-22-2011, 12:09 PM	#2285
Shananahan Ring of Famer Join Date: Feb 2011 Posts: 2,287	Denver should be looking at Carolina's linebackers before they try to sign a high-priced runningback who would split carries.

02-22-2011, 02:05 PM	#2287
SouthStndJunkie Ring of Famer Shannon Says: Listen to The Junkman Join Date: May 2003 Posts: 15,267	Saints cut Jeremy Shockey http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com...eremy-shockey/ The New Orleans Saints are cutting ties with tight end Jeremy Shockey. Jay Glazer of FOX Sports reports that the Saints are terminating Shockey’s contracts. Shockey has long been a favorite of Saints coach Sean Payton, who was the Giants’ offensive coordinator in 2002, when Shockey was the Giants’ first-round draft pick. So in that respect this move may seem like a surprise. But the Saints loved the production that rookie tight end Jimmy Graham had in 2010, so it’s not a shock that Shockey is being let go to make room for Graham as the new No. 1 tight end in New Orleans.

02-22-2011, 07:10 PM	#2289
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	Colts \| DeMario Pressley claimed off waivers Tue, 22 Feb 2011 15:20:47 -0800 The Indianapolis Colts announced Tuesday, Feb. 22, that they have claimed DL DeMario Pressley off waivers from the Houston Texans. Read more: http://www.kffl.com/hotw/nfl#ixzz1EkR2rTAK

02-24-2011, 01:46 PM	#2290
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	Damn it Dolphins applied the franchise tag to NT Paul Soliai. Source: Jason LaCanfora on Twitter Feb 24, 4:38 PM

02-24-2011, 01:46 PM	#2291
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	ESPN's Adam Schefter reports free agent TE Jeremy Shockey "took and passed" a physical for the Dolphins Thursday. The Titans may not be interested, but both sides are tangoing in Miami despite GM Jeff Ireland's statements to the contrary earlier in the day. The match doesn't make much sense beyond Shockey's fame and a reputation for college success in South Florida a decade ago. That may be enough to get Shockey into a Dolphins uniform for 2011. He's not an upgrade on Anthony Fasano at this point in his career. Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter Feb 24, 4:18 PM

02-24-2011, 01:47 PM	#2292
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	Panthers extended restricted free agent tenders to DeAngelo Williams and DE Charles Johnson. Whether the tenders mean anything will be determined by the new CBA, and we'd bet heavily against them being binding. Williams is a five-year veteran, while Johnson has four accrued seasons. The tenders will only restrict the players' free agency if the next agreement goes against the NFL's tradition of restricting only three-year players. Four- and five-year vets should all be unrestricted. It's complicated and boring, we know. The bottom line is that these tenders are much more bark than bite. Source: Darin Gantt on Twitter Feb 24, 9:00 AM

02-24-2011, 01:50 PM	#2293
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	The Ravens will allow impending free agent FB Le'Ron McClain to test the open market. "Le'Ron McClain is a ball-carrier, too," coach John Harbaugh said. "He's not just a fullback. The market's going to declare that a little bit." McClain is as good as gone if another team promises him an increase in carries in addition to a raise. Source: BaltimoreRavens.com Feb 24, 1:48 PM

02-24-2011, 01:51 PM	#2294
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	Stanford Routt's three-year deal is worth $31.5 million, including $20 million over the first two years. You read that correctly. No team in the league values Routt as highly as the Raiders. They managed to drastically overpay even though they were essentially bidding against themselves. Routt is a versatile corner sporting an impressive catch rate last season, but it's laughable to hand him two-thirds of Nnamdi Asomugha's salary. Source: Jason LaCanfora on Twitter Feb 24, 1:28 PM

02-24-2011, 01:58 PM	#2295
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	CSN Bay Area's Matt Maiocco confirms that the 49ers will not use the franchise tag before today's deadline. They'll risk losing NT Aubrayo Franklin, and perhaps FS Dashon Goldson. Franklin expressed a desire earlier this month to test the free agent waters, and the 49ers weren't happy with his decision to sit out all last offseason and training camp after receiving the tag. Tagging Franklin again would've given him a 120-percent raise over his 2010 franchise salary. Source: Matt Maiocco on Twitter Feb 24, 11:01 AM

02-24-2011, 02:00 PM	#2296
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	The St. Petersburg Times' Stephen Holder predicts that MLB Barrett Ruud will be allowed to test unrestricted free agency. Bucs GM Mark Dominik will meet with Ruud's agent at the Combine, but Holder would be "surprised" if there's substantial progress in contract talks. It sounds like Ruud is targeting an elite linebacker deal after asking for an extension for the last three years. The Bucs look unlikely to grant his wish. Source: Stephen Holder on Twitter Feb 24, 10:54 AM

02-24-2011, 02:01 PM	#2297
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	Free agent S Brodney Pool didn't allow a single touchdown pass in the second half of the 2010 season. He also had nine pass breakups, although the Jets were hoping for more than one interception. Pool, 27 in May, is still only expected back in New York if he's willing to settle for a relatively cheap contract. The Jets "don't want to spend big for a safety," according to beat reporter Rich Cimini. Source: ESPN New York Feb 24, 10:02 AM

02-25-2011, 07:12 PM	#2298
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	Redskins coach Mike Shanahan "hinted strongly" that Clinton Portis will be released this offseason. It's not exactly breaking news. Portis has missed 19 of a possible 32 games over the past two seasons, is due a ridiculous $8.254 million base salary, and turns 30 in September. Shanahan says he "wants (Portis) to test the market," and is hopeful he might return at a significantly smaller salary. Source: Rich Campbell on Twitter Feb 25, 5:01 PM

02-25-2011, 07:13 PM	#2299
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	Coach John Fox suggested the Broncos will add a complement to Knowshon Moreno in the backfield this offseason. "You need more than one guy to make a full commitment to running the ball," Fox said. "We'll be in the process of finding more than one guy." Fantasy speculation has free agent DeAngelo Williams reuniting with Fox in Denver, though it's a dubious fit. The Broncos have too many other glaring needs to allocate resources to Moreno's backup/timeshare partner. Expect a lower-profile addition. Source: Denver Post Feb 25, 9:58 AM

02-25-2011, 07:14 PM	#2300
oubronco John Foneco !! Mile High Magic Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Sooner Country Posts: 20,604	Impending free agent DE Cullen Jenkins is "99 percent sure" he's finished in Green Bay. "Not at this point," said Jenkins of a potential return. "You get to a point where you want to go where you feel you're wanted. The way everything came down, it's just time for a new start." The Packers played nickel on more than 70 percent of their snaps last year, which limited Jenkins' role. He'll garner plenty of interest from 3-4 teams on the open market. Source: Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel Feb 25, 8:36 AM