Should we Rolle the dice?? - The Orange Mane

broncswin · 02-28-2010, 03:18 PM

Updated: February 28, 2010, 3:59 PM ET
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Arizona's eventful offseason will continue this week when the Cardinals release former first-round pick Antrel Rolle, an NFL source said Sunday.

Rolle's release will follow Kurt Warner's retirement and the Cardinals decision not to use their franchise tag on linebacker Karlos Dansby.

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Rolle will become the premier safety in this year's free-agent class, but it is still possible the safety will return to the Cardinals.

Arizona would like to have Rolle back, and the two sides continue to talk about a potential return.

With less than a week until the start of the March 5 free-agent signing period, Rolle wants to see what he's worth at a time when the Cardinals are reluctant to pay him more than the $12 million that would be owed to him this season.

Rolle had four interception and was a Pro Bowl alternate this season. A starter on the Cardinals' Super Bowl team, Rolle moved to free safety in 2008 after playing cornerback for his first three seasons. He has 12 interceptions and four touchdowns in his career.

Adam Schefter is ESPN's NFL Insider.

elsid13 · 02-28-2010, 03:21 PM

I don't see the need for him. We need to think CB before safety.

DenverBrit · 02-28-2010, 03:23 PM

If there's one position that looks set for now, it's at safety.

Play2win · 02-28-2010, 03:58 PM

Maybe McD did have a clue about what he was doing-- secure the secondary now (last year), so he can focus on the front 7 (this year).

and the Oline, course...

Carmelo15 · 02-28-2010, 03:58 PM

I'm always in favor of bringing any guys from The U. That being said, I don't see us going after another safety this year, especially at the price Rolle would cost

Br0nc0Buster · 02-28-2010, 04:00 PM

We are covered(pardon the pun) at safety

Plus he prolly thinks he deserves a big contract

gyldenlove · 02-28-2010, 04:08 PM

Why is it so hard to put people on ignore now? it used to be a 2 click thing, now it is like typing war and peace in braille.

Florida_Bronco · 02-28-2010, 04:19 PM

Why spend the money on Rolle? Both safety spots are set with a veteran and a 2nd year backup plus Josh Barrett.

strafen · 02-28-2010, 04:21 PM

David Brutton should get a shot at safety. I really like thi guy...

eddie mac · 02-28-2010, 05:01 PM

Safety is the deepest position on the roster without any controversy.

Traveler · 02-28-2010, 05:14 PM

I say we should get Rolle......Myron that is.

ZONA · 02-28-2010, 05:21 PM

I would not dismiss looking at Rolle. He was a converted CB turned into safety and has a great nose for the ball and when he gets picks, he usually runs them back quite a long way, making the opposing team really pay, not just in the turnover dept, but also in field position.

I'd wait though to see what other teams might come to the table with. I don't think there is any team going to look at bringing him for 12 million, which is why the Cards released him. But if you could get him at 5 million per, I would seriously look at that. He's alot younger the Hill, who then could be released if you did bring it Rolle.

broncswin · 02-28-2010, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by ZONA

I would not dismiss looking at Rolle. He was a converted CB turned into safety and has a great nose for the ball and when he gets picks, he usually runs them back quite a long way, making the opposing team really pay, not just in the turnover dept, but also in field position.

I'd wait though to see what other teams might come to the table with. I don't think there is any team going to look at bringing him for 12 million, which is why the Cards released him. But if you could get him at 5 million per, I would seriously look at that. He's alot younger the Hill, who then could be released if you did bring it Rolle.

Bingo...but I don't think we could get him that cheap

Florida_Bronco · 02-28-2010, 06:21 PM

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Originally Posted by dragster69

David Brutton should get a shot at safety. I really like thi guy...

I imagine it will be him that takes over when Dawkins finally hangs it up.

Hamrob · 02-28-2010, 08:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Play2Win

Maybe McD did have a clue about what he was doing-- secure the secondary now (last year), so he can focus on the front 7 (this year).
and the Oline, course...

How long do you think it's secure for? The entire secondary is in there 30's...by the time the rest of the team gets any where near respectable...that secondary will be done!

sirhcyennek81 · 02-28-2010, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Hamrob

How long do you think it's secure for? The entire secondary is in there 30's...by the time the rest of the team gets any where near respectable...that secondary will be done!

Yeah...because single season turn arounds are so rare in the NFL.

Florida_Bronco · 02-28-2010, 08:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Hamrob

How long do you think it's secure for? The entire secondary is in there 30's...by the time the rest of the team gets any where near respectable...that secondary will be done!

That's why we have young talent (McBath, Bruton, Smith, Barrett, Carter) behind them learning the ropes. This is what smart teams do.

SportinOne · 02-28-2010, 09:04 PM

McDaniels added Dawkins, Hill, Goodman, Smith, and McBath last season when everyone was screaming for front 7 help. For the most part it was a good decision to load up the secondary. After all, who could we have added that would have made a difference up front? Now that he has "his" players, i don't think he'll mess with the secondary much. There's basically no chance that we sign Rolle, or any safety unless it's a too good to pass up BPA kind of situation in the draft. I just hope we sign a backup CB that is much younger than Law.

Bigdawg26 · 03-01-2010, 08:18 AM

I wouldn't pay for Rolle when when have a number of young safeties, and they have plenty of solid safeties in the draft for cheaper ( Myron Rolle, Chad Jones, Earl Thomas, Eric Berry, Rashad Jones, etc.)

broncswin · 03-01-2010, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Bigdawg26

I wouldn't pay for Rolle when when have a number of young safeties, and they have plenty of solid safeties in the draft for cheaper ( Myron Rolle, Chad Jones, Earl Thomas, Eric Berry, Rashad Jones, etc.)

Ya but can they do what Rolle does after he gets the ball in his hands...these are the types of playmakers you want on your D...

BroncoMan4ever · 03-01-2010, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by DenverBrit

If there's one position that looks set for now, it's at safety.

who would have ever thought we would have been saying this 2 years ago?

also in our safety position, Bruton, Barrett and McBath all performed pretty well and we don't have a pressing need to bring in guys who we can groom

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broncswin God I love those Broncos Bring back the hardware Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Broncos Fantasy Land Posts: 2,017 Adopt-a-Bronco: three amigos	Should we Rolle the dice?? Updated: February 28, 2010, 3:59 PM ET Source: Rolle will test free-agent marketEmail Print Comments 112Share38retweet 132 By Adam Schefter ESPN Archive Arizona's eventful offseason will continue this week when the Cardinals release former first-round pick Antrel Rolle, an NFL source said Sunday. Rolle's release will follow Kurt Warner's retirement and the Cardinals decision not to use their franchise tag on linebacker Karlos Dansby. NFC West ESPN.com's Mike Sando writes about all things NFC West in his division blog. • Network: NFL Nation Rolle will become the premier safety in this year's free-agent class, but it is still possible the safety will return to the Cardinals. Arizona would like to have Rolle back, and the two sides continue to talk about a potential return. With less than a week until the start of the March 5 free-agent signing period, Rolle wants to see what he's worth at a time when the Cardinals are reluctant to pay him more than the $12 million that would be owed to him this season. Rolle had four interception and was a Pro Bowl alternate this season. A starter on the Cardinals' Super Bowl team, Rolle moved to free safety in 2008 after playing cornerback for his first three seasons. He has 12 interceptions and four touchdowns in his career. Adam Schefter is ESPN's NFL Insider.

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02-28-2010, 03:21 PM	#2
elsid13 Lost In Space Bóg, Honor, Ojczyzna Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: DC Posts: 19,081	I don't see the need for him. We need to think CB before safety.

02-28-2010, 03:23 PM	#3
DenverBrit Just hanging out. Got a breath mint?? Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Denver Posts: 11,072 Adopt-a-Bronco: The Team	If there's one position that looks set for now, it's at safety.

02-28-2010, 03:58 PM	#4
Play2win Ring of Famer Join Date: Nov 2003 Posts: 9,610 Adopt-a-Bronco: The Duke	Maybe McD did have a clue about what he was doing-- secure the secondary now (last year), so he can focus on the front 7 (this year). and the Oline, course...

02-28-2010, 03:58 PM	#5
Carmelo15 Chauncey! Jeyton Mannway Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Denver, CO Posts: 885 Adopt-a-Bronco: Omar Bolden	I'm always in favor of bringing any guys from The U. That being said, I don't see us going after another safety this year, especially at the price Rolle would cost

02-28-2010, 04:00 PM	#6
Br0nc0Buster 2012 AFC West Champs stiff arming through the playoffs Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Kansas Posts: 4,432	We are covered(pardon the pun) at safety Plus he prolly thinks he deserves a big contract

02-28-2010, 04:08 PM	#7
gyldenlove Ring of Famer Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: London, ON Posts: 10,025 Adopt-a-Bronco: Spencer Larsen	Why is it so hard to put people on ignore now? it used to be a 2 click thing, now it is like typing war and peace in braille.

02-28-2010, 04:19 PM	#8
Florida_Bronco Got trolls? Welcome to Mile High, Brady! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Tampa Bay Posts: 13,810 Adopt-a-Bronco: Brady Quinn	Why spend the money on Rolle? Both safety spots are set with a veteran and a 2nd year backup plus Josh Barrett.

02-28-2010, 04:21 PM	#9
strafen Karma Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 6,928 Adopt-a-Bronco: Elway	David Brutton should get a shot at safety. I really like thi guy...

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eddie mac Ireland's No1 Bronco Eddie Mac 87 gone but never forgott Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: IRELAND Posts: 15,572 Adopt-a-Bronco: Rod Smith	Safety is the deepest position on the roster without any controversy.

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Traveler Traveling Man! Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 4,410 Adopt-a-Bronco: Ryan Clady	I say we should get Rolle......Myron that is.

02-28-2010, 05:21 PM	#12
ZONA Ring of Famer Liquid greatness in every packet Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Phoenix, AZ Posts: 7,370 Adopt-a-Bronco: Chris Harris	I would not dismiss looking at Rolle. He was a converted CB turned into safety and has a great nose for the ball and when he gets picks, he usually runs them back quite a long way, making the opposing team really pay, not just in the turnover dept, but also in field position. I'd wait though to see what other teams might come to the table with. I don't think there is any team going to look at bringing him for 12 million, which is why the Cards released him. But if you could get him at 5 million per, I would seriously look at that. He's alot younger the Hill, who then could be released if you did bring it Rolle.

02-28-2010, 09:04 PM	#18
SportinOne Ring of Famer Join Date: Mar 2005 Posts: 3,422	McDaniels added Dawkins, Hill, Goodman, Smith, and McBath last season when everyone was screaming for front 7 help. For the most part it was a good decision to load up the secondary. After all, who could we have added that would have made a difference up front? Now that he has "his" players, i don't think he'll mess with the secondary much. There's basically no chance that we sign Rolle, or any safety unless it's a too good to pass up BPA kind of situation in the draft. I just hope we sign a backup CB that is much younger than Law.

03-01-2010, 08:18 AM	#19
Bigdawg26 Ring of Famer New to the Forum Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 1,475 Adopt-a-Bronco: None	I wouldn't pay for Rolle when when have a number of young safeties, and they have plenty of solid safeties in the draft for cheaper ( Myron Rolle, Chad Jones, Earl Thomas, Eric Berry, Rashad Jones, etc.)