NFL Offseason Thread

capable_keL · Post by **capable_keL** » Wed Apr 09, 2008 3:33 pm

Brougham33 wrote:
http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3334424

Urlacher reportedly skipping Bears' program
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Updated: April 7, 2008, 2:46 PM ET
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CHICAGO -- All-Pro linebacker Brian Urlacher says lingering contract issues mean he won't be with the Bears for Monday's start of a voluntary offseason program, the Chicago Tribune reported.

Urlacher said he will remain at his home in Arizona rather than report to team activities outside of Chicago this week. He hinted that he won't be around for any of the Bears' voluntary offseason workouts or organized team activities, the Tribune reported.

Urlacher is looking to extend his current contract. He is signed through the 2011 season and is scheduled to make $3.95 million next year. It is the same salary he made for the 2007 season.

Several Bears have been given contract extensions this offseason, including quarterback Kyle Orton (one year) and tight end Desmond Clark (multiyear).

The Bears cannot fine Urlacher for skipping the sessions, thanks to the NFL's collective bargaining agreement with its players. It can, however, impact his playing time if head coach Lovie Smith decided it should.
He was and is a dumbass. In 03 he signed a nine-year, $57 million deal. Frontloaded obviously because he is making somewhere near 3-4 million in 08, as he did in 07. The guy who once said he would take less money to keep Lance Briggs is probably second guessing now why Briggs makes more money than him. And if he thinks the Chicago Bears, who are notoriously cheap, are going to shell out some unneccesary doe for an aging, recently injured, post surgery vet...well then he is as dumb as I already knew he was.

whoa, a little harsh on a guy who is virtually the face of the 'chise. After all he has done for that team like basically getting the team to the super bowl despite having a offense. I dont see what the big deal is, he is a savvy vet who doesnt need to do any of the OTA stuff, thats really just for the young guys. and considered gay and not needed by guys of the urlach ilk.

Tweak Da Leak · Post by **Tweak Da Leak** » Wed Apr 09, 2008 3:45 pm

I hate Okoye and Atwater

capable_keL · Post by **capable_keL** » Wed Apr 09, 2008 4:06 pm

Tweak Da Leak wrote:I hate Okoye and Atwater

then you don't love the NFL or you're a Raiders fan

Prophecy · Post by **Prophecy** » Wed Apr 09, 2008 4:21 pm

CaPaBLe_KeL wrote:
Tweak Da Leak wrote:I hate Okoye and Atwater
then you don't love the NFL or you're a Raiders fan

Nah hes a chargers fan which means hes the

version of raider fan.

Orale Holmes · Post by **Orale Holmes** » Wed Apr 09, 2008 6:55 pm

Prophecy wrote:
CaPaBLe_KeL wrote:
Tweak Da Leak wrote:I hate Okoye and Atwater
then you don't love the NFL or you're a Raiders fan
Nah hes a chargers fan which means hes the version of raider fan.

BINGO!

still illiterate · Post by **still illiterate** » Wed Apr 09, 2008 7:41 pm

CaPaBLe_KeL wrote:
Brougham33 wrote:
http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3334424

Urlacher reportedly skipping Bears' program
ESPN.com news services

Updated: April 7, 2008, 2:46 PM ET
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CHICAGO -- All-Pro linebacker Brian Urlacher says lingering contract issues mean he won't be with the Bears for Monday's start of a voluntary offseason program, the Chicago Tribune reported.

Urlacher said he will remain at his home in Arizona rather than report to team activities outside of Chicago this week. He hinted that he won't be around for any of the Bears' voluntary offseason workouts or organized team activities, the Tribune reported.

Urlacher is looking to extend his current contract. He is signed through the 2011 season and is scheduled to make $3.95 million next year. It is the same salary he made for the 2007 season.

Several Bears have been given contract extensions this offseason, including quarterback Kyle Orton (one year) and tight end Desmond Clark (multiyear).

The Bears cannot fine Urlacher for skipping the sessions, thanks to the NFL's collective bargaining agreement with its players. It can, however, impact his playing time if head coach Lovie Smith decided it should.
He was and is a dumbass. In 03 he signed a nine-year, $57 million deal. Frontloaded obviously because he is making somewhere near 3-4 million in 08, as he did in 07. The guy who once said he would take less money to keep Lance Briggs is probably second guessing now why Briggs makes more money than him. And if he thinks the Chicago Bears, who are notoriously cheap, are going to shell out some unneccesary doe for an aging, recently injured, post surgery vet...well then he is as dumb as I already knew he was.
whoa, a little harsh on a guy who is virtually the face of the 'chise. After all he has done for that team like basically getting the team to the super bowl despite having a offense. I dont see what the big deal is, he is a savvy vet who doesnt need to do any of the OTA stuff, thats really just for the young guys. and considered gay and not needed by guys of the urlach ilk.

the problem is his back injury. It was clear to me from seeing him last year, that his back was affecting him. And if I remember correctly, it's degenerative. Basically he's just going to get worse.

capable_keL · Post by **capable_keL** » Wed Apr 09, 2008 7:50 pm

still illiterate wrote:
CaPaBLe_KeL wrote:
Brougham33 wrote:
http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3334424

Urlacher reportedly skipping Bears' program
ESPN.com news services

Updated: April 7, 2008, 2:46 PM ET
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CHICAGO -- All-Pro linebacker Brian Urlacher says lingering contract issues mean he won't be with the Bears for Monday's start of a voluntary offseason program, the Chicago Tribune reported.

Urlacher said he will remain at his home in Arizona rather than report to team activities outside of Chicago this week. He hinted that he won't be around for any of the Bears' voluntary offseason workouts or organized team activities, the Tribune reported.

Urlacher is looking to extend his current contract. He is signed through the 2011 season and is scheduled to make $3.95 million next year. It is the same salary he made for the 2007 season.

Several Bears have been given contract extensions this offseason, including quarterback Kyle Orton (one year) and tight end Desmond Clark (multiyear).

The Bears cannot fine Urlacher for skipping the sessions, thanks to the NFL's collective bargaining agreement with its players. It can, however, impact his playing time if head coach Lovie Smith decided it should.
He was and is a dumbass. In 03 he signed a nine-year, $57 million deal. Frontloaded obviously because he is making somewhere near 3-4 million in 08, as he did in 07. The guy who once said he would take less money to keep Lance Briggs is probably second guessing now why Briggs makes more money than him. And if he thinks the Chicago Bears, who are notoriously cheap, are going to shell out some unneccesary doe for an aging, recently injured, post surgery vet...well then he is as dumb as I already knew he was.
whoa, a little harsh on a guy who is virtually the face of the 'chise. After all he has done for that team like basically getting the team to the super bowl despite having a offense. I dont see what the big deal is, he is a savvy vet who doesnt need to do any of the OTA stuff, thats really just for the young guys. and considered gay and not needed by guys of the urlach ilk.
the problem is his back injury. It was clear to me from seeing him last year, that his back was affecting him. And if I remember correctly, it's degenerative. Basically he's just going to get worse.

you are corrrect, His back has been an ongoing issue. yet..urlacher at 85% is still better than 98% of the LBs in the league. Act accordingly Bears management..you may be on the verge of a 3-13 campaign.

Brougham33 · Post by **Brougham33** » Thu Apr 10, 2008 1:03 am

Harsh? Not really. I'm tired of him. His bit last year of not talking to the media for months about his back and then randomly telling Jay Glazer? Acting as if this city owed him the courtesy of not asking why he sucked the first 8 weeks last year. Yes he is a great player, but he is a dumbass and a prick, and people in this city still treat him like royalty,. Fine. I get that. He is the great white hope and #1 jersey seller, so he is the face of the franchise, but I don't confuse his fame with his role on the team. Anyone who has watched the Bears closely over the last few years understands that Lance Briggs is just as good as him, and in terms of importance...Tommie Harris or a healthy Mike Brown are up there with him.

jazzmatazz23 · Post by **jazzmatazz23** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 12:56 am

Vikings get 2 monday night games!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

They have the 4th hardest schedule though.

bringinoutbangerz · Post by **bringinoutbangerz** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 10:16 am

Brougham33 wrote: a healthy Mike Brown

lol

Icesickle · Post by **Icesickle** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 10:32 am

I read in the Post yesterday that the Skins brought Malcolm Kelly in to try out. Some teams had reservations about his 40 yard dash at an audition he held in Oklahoma because it wasn't up to par with his other times, but fuck it; dude is 6' 4" and has velcro hands. I think I made a post about him a while back.

The Skins biggest need is a big, possession receiver; Snyder better not fuck this up.

Some highlights:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9ZHjgrXArI

capable_keL · Post by **capable_keL** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 2:41 pm

Icesickle wrote:I read in the Post yesterday that the Skins brought Malcolm Kelly in to try out. Some teams had reservations about his 40 yard dash at an audition he held in Oklahoma because it wasn't up to par with his other times, but fuck it; dude is 6' 4" and has velcro hands. I think I made a post about him a while back.

The Skins biggest need is a big, possession receiver; Snyder better not fuck this up.

Some highlights:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9ZHjgrXArI

He has Mike Williams written all over him. He wouldnt even make the practice squad.

Tweak Da Leak · Post by **Tweak Da Leak** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 3:31 pm

Unless its a Calvin Johnson, Fitzgerald, Andrew Johnson, Moss type WR i am def not picking one up early in the 1st rd.

HomeSkillet · Post by **HomeSkillet** » Wed Apr 16, 2008 11:21 pm

Icesickle wrote:I read in the Post yesterday that the Skins brought Malcolm Kelly in to try out. Some teams had reservations about his 40 yard dash at an audition he held in Oklahoma because it wasn't up to par with his other times, but fuck it; dude is 6' 4" and has velcro hands. I think I made a post about him a while back.

The Skins biggest need is a big, possession receiver; Snyder better not fuck this up.

Some highlights:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9ZHjgrXArI

I would rather risk Jordan Hardy not beating women again than on this guy not being a bust.

still illiterate · Post by **still illiterate** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 12:30 am

you mean James Hardy? I like both Hardy and Kelly, but not early.

Kelly's time is going to cost him a ton of cash, but that doesn't mean he won't produce on the field. Hardy had an average time, but his size and hands are ridiculous. I would be happy if the cowboys took Kelly with their #2 pick, or if they traded into the early/middle of the second for Hardy.

A__TRAIN · Post by **A__TRAIN** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 11:00 am

Steve Mcnair retires

http://www.nfl.com/news/story?id=09000d ... nfirm=true

Easily one of my favorite quarterbacks of all time.

HomeSkillet · Post by **HomeSkillet** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 4:18 pm

still illiterate wrote:you mean James Hardy?

I messed up but I'm gonna stay on top. Roasted like eva.

still illiterate wrote:I like both Hardy and Kelly, but not early.

Kelly's time is going to cost him a ton of cash, but that doesn't mean he won't produce on the field. Hardy had an average time, but his size and hands are ridiculous. I would be happy if the cowboys took Kelly with their #2 pick, or if they traded into the early/middle of the second for Hardy.

Redskins trade up to draft Hardy earlier than they should in the 2nd round. Truss.

Orale Holmes · Post by **Orale Holmes** » Thu Apr 17, 2008 5:38 pm

Jared Allen is going to be traded....Vikes and Bucs are actively pusuing a trade.

LAZTEC · Post by **LAZTEC** » Fri Apr 18, 2008 4:20 pm

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Prophecy · Post by **Prophecy** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 1:12 am

Sources: Chiefs agree to send franchise player Allen to Vikes

By John Clayton

Jared Allen, the franchise player for the Kansas City Chiefs, is heading to a new franchise, the Minnesota Vikings, according to multiple sources.

Late Tuesday night, the Chiefs and the Vikings reached an agreement on a trade package, and at roughly the same time, Allen reached an agreement in principle on a contract with the Vikings. Upon reaching the contract agreement, Allen headed to the airport and left for Minnesota.

Sources said the Vikings included a second third-round pick (No. 73) in the 2008 draft to get the deal done. They had been offering a No. 1 pick (17th in the first round) and a No. 3 (No. 82). The teams also swapped spots in the sixth round with the Vikings getting a better spot in the sixth round, sources said.

Terms of Allen's new contract weren't available.

Allen, a fourth-year defensive end out of Idaho State, led the league in sacks last season with 15

still illiterate · Post by **still illiterate** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 1:49 am

fuck, the viks are going to be strong. Good O-line, good D-line. Great RB, okay WR's, a QB.

still illiterate · Post by **still illiterate** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 10:59 am

have you guys heard about this Boldin/skins trade. I guess the skins offered a trade to the cards, but they didn't accept. Seems like they're really desperate for a WR.

HomeSkillet · Post by **HomeSkillet** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 11:26 am

still illiterate wrote:a QB.

capable_keL · Post by **capable_keL** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 11:37 am

still illiterate wrote:fuck, the viks are going to be strong. Good O-line, good D-line. Great RB, okay WR's, a QB.

pat williams, kevin williams, jared allen

an-also · Post by **an-also** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 1:31 pm

Thats a lot of picks to give up

capable_keL · Post by **capable_keL** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 1:46 pm

an-also wrote:Thats a lot of picks to give up

I would have given up two 1s for him, packer fans hate this move and rationalizing it by saying 'they gave up too much" is perfectly normal reaction.

but, opening night, monday night in green bay, aaron rodgers will prolly know better than anyone who got the better end of this deal

werd life sahn

jazzmatazz23 · Post by **jazzmatazz23** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 2:57 pm

If we were going to draft a DE with our first pick it is a great deal.

capable_keL · Post by **capable_keL** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 3:01 pm

jazzmatazz23 wrote:If we were going to draft a DE with our first pick it is a great deal.

yeah, but drafting DES is risky and hardly a sure thing even in round 1, see James , Udeze,

Ray edwards got busted using roids, Udeze has lukemia, James will never play again, Robison had a cute rookie season but I still need to see more

I guarn fucking T U they were grabbing a DE at 17

Now we have the NFL's sack leader, which made a great defense into an elite defense

shit is on and crackin now

capable_keL · Post by **capable_keL** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 3:19 pm

http://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/app ... 23104/1058

The Green Bay Packers are exploring the possibility of signing veteran quarterback Daunte Culpepper.

Sources said the 31-year-old Culpepper arrived in Green Bay on Tuesday evening and is visiting the Packers today.

Culpepper, an unrestricted free agent, played last season for the Oakland Raiders. In seven games (including six starts), he completed 58.1 percent of his passes for 1,331 yards with five touchdowns and five interceptions.

The three-time Pro Bowler played his first seven seasons for the Minnesota Vikings, who selected him with the 11th overall pick in the 1999 draft. Following his tenure with the Vikings, he played the 2006 season with the Miami Dolphins.

The Packers view the 6-foot-4, 264-pound Culpepper as a possible backup for Aaron Rodgers, who will take over the starting quarterback job this season for the retired Brett Favre.

Gregg Popabitch1 · Post by **Gregg Popabitch1** » Wed Apr 23, 2008 5:41 pm

CaPaBLe_KeL wrote:
an-also wrote:Thats a lot of picks to give up
I would have given up two 1s for him, packer fans hate this move and rationalizing it by saying 'they gave up too much" is perfectly normal reaction.

but, opening night, monday night in green bay, aaron rodgers will prolly know better than anyone who got the better end of this deal

werd life sahn

no, two 1st round picks is definitely too much. I would not be able to rationalize that to my fan base.

and to say drafting DEs is risky is bogus. drafting for any position is risky. just because the vikings swung and missed with james and udeze doesn't eman drafting DEs is risky. it just means your scouts and GM fucked up twice.