Jets & Falcons | Still trying to complete an Abraham deal - The Orange Mane

HEAV · 03-16-2006, 11:45 PM

ESPN.com's Len Pasquarelli reports the New York Jets and Atlanta Falcons are still trying to come up with the right formula for a trade that would bring Jets' franchise free agent DE John Abraham to Atlanta. Abraham was expected to undergo a physical examination Friday morning, March 17, for the Falcons. It is believed that the Falcons are attempting to ascertain Abraham's financial expectations, which are said to include between $15 million and $18 million in guarantees, on a long-term contract. The Falcons must also agree on a trade package which satisfies the Jets, and Atlanta's steadfast reluctance to part with backup QB Matt Schaub has made that a difficult proposition. There are unsubstantiated rumors that Abraham would prefer to play in Atlanta, because of its proximity to his native South Carolina.

Lestat · 03-16-2006, 11:49 PM

do you believe in miracles? cause the Falcons just saved our asses if they complete this deal

Kaylore · 03-17-2006, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by Lestat

do you believe in miracles? cause the Falcons just saved our asses if they complete this deal

chrisp · 03-17-2006, 04:35 AM

If ANY team out there is actually willing to accomodate that 15-18 mil signing bonus, even if it is prorated for the cap, then good luck to 'em - that team is clearly not us......(thank god)

I'd like to have Abraham but not if we have to gamble the entire francise on him....

Rulon Velvet Jones · 03-17-2006, 07:20 AM

Greg Ellis could show up on the market soon.

bloodsunday · 03-17-2006, 07:25 AM

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Originally Posted by chrisp

If ANY team out there is actually willing to accomodate that 15-18 mil signing bonus, even if it is prorated for the cap, then good luck to 'em - that team is clearly not us......(thank god)

I'd like to have Abraham but not if we have to gamble the entire francise on him....

Amen. Let the guy go to Atlanta, that seems about the perfect place. I hope their dumb enough to give up Schaub to get him.

Rascal · 03-17-2006, 08:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Rulon Velvet Jones

Greg Ellis could show up on the market soon.

I'd sign him in a heart beat.

-Slap- · 03-17-2006, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Rascal

I'd sign him in a heart beat.

Me too. Consistent hardnosed veteran.

baja · 03-17-2006, 08:50 AM

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Originally Posted by chrisp

If ANY team out there is actually willing to accomodate that 15-18 mil signing bonus, even if it is prorated for the cap, then good luck to 'em - that team is clearly not us......(thank god)

I'd like to have Abraham but not if we have to gamble the entire francise on him....

Didn't you get the memo dan Snyder can show you how to spend whatever you want without cap consequences just ask the Skins fans that post here.

broncofan · 03-17-2006, 10:31 AM

Geez...If Schaub ends up in NY, then there's another team with a top pick no longer looking for a quarterback.

03-16-2006, 11:45 PM	#1
HEAV Ring of Famer It's about the Team Join Date: May 2003 Location: The Ville Posts: 12,077 Adopt-a-Bronco: Brian Dawkins	Jets & Falcons \| Still trying to complete an Abraham deal ESPN.com's Len Pasquarelli reports the New York Jets and Atlanta Falcons are still trying to come up with the right formula for a trade that would bring Jets' franchise free agent DE John Abraham to Atlanta. Abraham was expected to undergo a physical examination Friday morning, March 17, for the Falcons. It is believed that the Falcons are attempting to ascertain Abraham's financial expectations, which are said to include between $15 million and $18 million in guarantees, on a long-term contract. The Falcons must also agree on a trade package which satisfies the Jets, and Atlanta's steadfast reluctance to part with backup QB Matt Schaub has made that a difficult proposition. There are unsubstantiated rumors that Abraham would prefer to play in Atlanta, because of its proximity to his native South Carolina.

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03-16-2006, 11:49 PM	#2
Lestat Oreo Lucian Rockefeller The New Age Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Birmingham, AL Posts: 5,303	do you believe in miracles? cause the Falcons just saved our asses if they complete this deal

03-17-2006, 04:35 AM	#4
chrisp Friend of the unsung Not into the football......yet Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: London UK Posts: 1,304 Adopt-a-Bronco: Danny Trevathan	If ANY team out there is actually willing to accomodate that 15-18 mil signing bonus, even if it is prorated for the cap, then good luck to 'em - that team is clearly not us......(thank god) I'd like to have Abraham but not if we have to gamble the entire francise on him....

03-17-2006, 07:20 AM	#5
Rulon Velvet Jones You're not really here. Tight Butthole Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 6,599 Adopt-a-Bronco: Rent-A-DC	Greg Ellis could show up on the market soon.

03-17-2006, 10:31 AM	#10
broncofan Perennial Pro-bowler Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Philly PA Posts: 886	Geez...If Schaub ends up in NY, then there's another team with a top pick no longer looking for a quarterback.