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Fantasee said:

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I'm glad they kept him. Last year showed huge signs of improvement and if he keeps working at it with that type of drive I think he'll be able to produce at a high level for another 3-4 years.

Ingram's a good player and I'm glad he's still on the team. I just have no idea where we're getting the money to pay him. We're pretty much in cap space hell from everything I've seen.

Aren't they trading Gallette to clear cap space?

Mar 8, 2015 1:33 AM

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TheRealNico said:

Fantasee said:

Ingram's a good player and I'm glad he's still on the team. I just have no idea where we're getting the money to pay him. We're pretty much in cap space hell from everything I've seen.

Aren't they trading Gallette to clear cap space?

Seems like they are at least shopping him. Apparently Curtis Lofton is on the block too.

Mar 8, 2015 11:16 AM

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From over 4 days ago.

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deanzel said:
https://twitter.com/OmarKelly/status/573267385760796674

Dolphins beat writer says that word on the street is that Suh to Miami is almost a done deal. Some leaks:

Teams can officially begin making formal offers to free agents on Saturday, and it is believed that the Dolphins will offer Suh a six-year deal that pays the 28-year-old more than $100 million, and features more than half of the contract — or at least $51 million — being fully guaranteed.

A potential AFC Beast with Suh, Jordan, Wake. RIP Brady.

Are you sure about this? I somehow don't believe this.

Mar 8, 2015 11:29 AM

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Raiders have a shit ton of money but can't sign anyone LMAO!

Building through the draft is literally their only option.

Mar 8, 2015 11:49 AM

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Suh is good, but he doesn't deserve $14 million more than JJ Watt.

Mar 8, 2015 11:54 AM

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That's called the "being an unrestricted free agent" effect. Watt still had 2 years left on his contract when he signed his extension. UFA had Albert Haynesworth get the highest paid defensive contract ever.

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Looks like Frank Gore is heading to the eagles.

$5 Mill a year on a multi year deal with 7 Mill Guaranteed

Should be official by Tuesday.

I'll miss you on Franky G!!

Hope you get a ring before it's all said and done!

Mar 8, 2015 1:19 PM

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The Suh contract is absolutely ridiculous. People who see this as a groundbreaking deal don't remember the two words Albert Haynesworth. Haynesworth with Tennessee was just as dominant as Suh was with Detroit. He got fat and lazy in Washington. I'm not saying Suh will do just that, but there certainly is a possiblity when a DEFENSIVE TACKLE is making quarterback money. I think anyone who would have signed Suh would have overpaid, don't get me wrong, but I'm not sure if Miami is the smartest team to go to for a ridiculous contract. This team isn't a consistent winner and is lead by an owner who's done ridiculous things in the past with his team. This just seems like a move out of desperation in the end. People will criticize this post as say this isn't a bad contract, but it has all of the potential to be bad given the past usually repeating itself with fat contracts lead by desperate teams. I guess he'll do fine, but ultimately if he re-signed with Detroit or a team that would make more sense than Miami, I'd be far less critical

Mar 8, 2015 1:26 PM

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I don't know about spending that much money on ANY non-QB. Some teams have to spend a lot to get to the "salary floor" though (although I don't think Miami was one in danger). Honestly, with Suh, you have to worry about him getting suspended because he's such a dirty a-hole. He will definitely help make them better though

Mar 8, 2015 1:30 PM

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bigguy said:
I don't know about spending that much money on ANY non-QB. Some teams have to spend a lot to get to the "salary floor" though (although I don't think Miami was one in danger). Honestly, with Suh, you have to worry about him getting suspended because he's such a dirty a-hole. He will definitely help make them better though

Forgot to add that he's making more than JJ Watt which is also ridiculous and yes, the fact that his antics on the field could prove themselves costly. Miami won't be able to extend Tannehill for anything more than Suh, so this just, once again, seems like a move out of desperation to land Suh and not focus on the team's plans long-term.

Miami's always had bad general managing, Jeff Ireland and this guy doesn't seem any better. Pretty sure this signing creates a lot of hope for those in Miami, but in the end, players are just players, relying on Suh to be your highest-paid player to lead the Fins to a championship is a ridiculous notion. If Tannehill busts himself next year and/or cannot re-sign him once he approaches free agent status, there's just too much for Miami to do to keep their instability from not being. $60 Million guaranteed is something that will make them cash strapped for years.

It may be about money for players, but in the end, this is a team sport.

Mar 8, 2015 1:37 PM

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Chargers did the right thing by locking Flowers up.

Mar 8, 2015 1:43 PM

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49ers front runners to sign Torrey Smith

49ers also showing interest in Adrian Peterson as well as CJ Spiller

Mar 8, 2015 1:44 PM

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Chargers did the right thing by locking Flowers up.

We sure did. Considering that when Verrett was healthy, he was PFF's 3rd ranked CB in the entire league, I'm very content with Flowers and Verrett as the 2 starters outside. I wish we could get another good safety, because then with All-Pro Eric Weddle, the 2 tiny corners, and that S, we'd have an extremely formidable secondary.

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TheRealNico said:
Chargers did the right thing by locking Flowers up.

We sure did. Considering that when Verrett was healthy, he was PFF's 3rd ranked CB in the entire league, I'm very content with Flowers and Verrett as the 2 starters outside.

So far, if not the Packers (Cobb extension was a home run), the Chargers are the offseason winners so far. The losers would be the Dolphins and the Jets.

Gore to Philly is official, I'm not sure how much the deal actually is, so I can't comment on it yet.

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TheRealNico said:

BTAG said:

We sure did. Considering that when Verrett was healthy, he was PFF's 3rd ranked CB in the entire league, I'm very content with Flowers and Verrett as the 2 starters outside.

So far, if not the Packers (Cobb extension was a home run), the Chargers are the offseason winners so far. The losers would be the Dolphins and the Jets.

Hopefully they can sure up the interior of the O-line, and beef up the D-line. We still have around 20 Million in cap space, so I assume they'll be quite busy in the coming days.

Mar 8, 2015 1:53 PM

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BTAG said:

TheRealNico said:

So far, if not the Packers (Cobb extension was a home run), the Chargers are the offseason winners so far. The losers would be the Dolphins and the Jets.

Hopefully they can sure up the interior of the O-line, and beef up the D-line. We still have around 20 Million in cap space, so I assume they'll be quite busy in the coming days.

Sign Iupati for us. Tired of having our D-Line to go against him. Draft the guy Cam Erving from FSU as well, I think he fits the Chargers as well.

Mar 8, 2015 2:00 PM

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TheRealNico said:

BTAG said:

Hopefully they can sure up the interior of the O-line, and beef up the D-line. We still have around 20 Million in cap space, so I assume they'll be quite busy in the coming days.

Sign Iupati for us. Tired of having our D-Line to go against him. Draft the guy Cam Erving from FSU as well, I think he fits the Chargers as well.

I'm not sold on Iupati. That's probably because Corey Liuget threw him around like he weighed 5 pounds, but I guess that has more to do with how dominant Liuget can be. We theoretically could sign both Iupati and Orlando Franklin, and have a pretty good O-line for once, and still have enough money to sign a Dan Williams or Wilfork for run stuffing.

Mar 8, 2015 2:03 PM

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Take Wilfork, he's ageless and he doesn't stop doing what he does well. I hate the Patriots, I'm not solid on Wilfork being a reason to like them, but he's still a premier NT.

Mar 8, 2015 2:32 PM

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Meh....

Let me know when the Fins get a real QB or Tannehill magically turns into one.

Mar 8, 2015 4:08 PM

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All right both contracts for the Eagles weren't too good at all.

Gore's deal is a little much guaranteed for a 30+ year old running back. Let's be clear, he's been declining lately, not saying he'll do the same in Philly, but it seems like 3 years and plenty of the contract guaranteed is asking him to repeat his 2011 and 2012 seasons or whenever he was deemed one of the top RBs of the game at that point in time. He's not getting any younger.

The contract that's bad is B-Max's. Why pay $6 Million MORE THAN RICHARD SHERMAN'S EXTENSION????????????? B-Max struggled in man to man coverage all year long last year, now he has to deal with Dez Bryant, Odell Beckham Jr, and DeSean Jackson while the NFC West's top receivers were pedestrian compared to all three of those above. This signing could really blow up if Maxwell is tested all year, and I'm happy he got a good deal in terms of money, but seriously, why does he need more money than Sherman does? That's just pathetic. I thought Chip knew better. I'm disappointed in him and hope that this really doesn't come to haunt him in the end. I love his coaching and his philosophy on team building, but his best offseason move so far has been acquiring Kiko Alonso. Not Gore, and definitely not B-Max.

Mar 8, 2015 4:21 PM

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Chargers got Orlando Franklin, hopefully they didn't overpay for him. It's still a solid move. Once I know the money details I'll critique it.

Titans are making boneheaded extensions to their punter and long snapper. Hard to take this team seriously if they're not going to draft Mariota or strike a trade with the Eagles to get a surplus of success either way in the long run.

Mar 8, 2015 5:27 PM

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Chargers got Orlando Franklin, hopefully they didn't overpay for him. It's still a solid move. Once I know the money details I'll critique it.

Titans are making boneheaded extensions to their punter and long snapper. Hard to take this team seriously if they're not going to draft Mariota or strike a trade with the Eagles to get a surplus of success either way in the long run.

If he gets paid $50 million a year, its a bargain with how atrocious our guards were last season. We're only a few years removed from Louis Vasquez and "Dirty" Dielman taking up those spots too, so it was extremely hard to watch.

The Franklin signing is extremely valuable though, because it allows for best player available at #17, instead of being forced to take a lineman. That being said, I'd be happy if they took a OT at 17, kicked Fluker to RG, and played Franklin at LG.

I have absolutely no problem overpaying for someone that's a massive upgrade over our current personnel.

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Here's to hoping the G-men break the bank for McCourty then sign a bunch of bargain OL/DL/LB depth.

Mar 8, 2015 5:40 PM

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Mark Sanchez isn't close to being worth ~$10 Million.

I'd definitely trade Foles and all of those current draft picks/future draft picks/miscellaneous reid leftovers to the Titans now. They somehow have to get Mariota if they want to back up some of the dicking they've been doing all offseason.

Mar 8, 2015 5:58 PM

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I'm Going to miss Torrey Smith :(

Mar 8, 2015 6:39 PM

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http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/12446210/free-agent-wide-receiver-jeremy-maclin-sign-kansas-city-chiefs-according-league-sources

Maclin signing with the Chiefs. I don't know about this. He's my stud #2 WR in my 16 team dynasty auction league where I stashed him on the IR for the whole year 2 years ago when he tore his ACL and am currently keeping him for $6 (out of a $200) budget. But now, he's got Alex Smith throwing to him which means no more TD catches for him...

RIP Maclin as a relevant fantasy option 2014-2014.

And we'll see how resilient Chip Kelly's system is and if it's the one producing the results.

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Seeing Maclin got Cobb money I guess the signing is OK. It's not like Maclin's playing under Rodgers, but giving Smith a somewhat good option isn't too bad. Not the hugest fan of the signing, but it did address a position of need and it was for money that didn't seem utterly ridiculous like the Suh or Maxwell contract. They do have to cut Dwayne Bowe though, guy is lazy and needs a coach that will straighten him out if he wants to get good again. Bet if he gets cut, he'll be wearing Patriots colors.

Riley Cooper is probably now the #1 Receiver in Philly though. That's not good.

Mar 8, 2015 7:35 PM

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TheRealNico said:
Seeing Maclin got Cobb money I guess the signing is OK. It's not like Maclin's playing under Rodgers, but giving Smith a somewhat good option isn't too bad. Not the hugest fan of the signing, but it did address a position of need and it was for money that didn't seem utterly ridiculous like the Suh or Maxwell contract. They do have to cut Dwayne Bowe though, guy is lazy and needs a coach that will straighten him out if he wants to get good again. Bet if he gets cut, he'll be wearing Patriots colors.

Riley Cooper is probably now the #1 Receiver in Philly though. That's not good.

Nah. Jordan Matthews. Cooper is probably the #2 although knowing Kelly and the Philadelphia Ducks, Jeff Maehl will be getting a ton more PT.

Mar 8, 2015 7:43 PM

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Oh dang forgot about Matthews. I think he has #1 potential, but he's got a ways to go before that.

Maybe he's content with Matthews/Cooper as the starters and Huff (a Duck) as a slot option.

Mar 8, 2015 7:47 PM

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49ers got Torrey Smith. Can't comment on it until I know the amount he got paid. Smith isn't a #1 Receiver though.

Mar 8, 2015 8:12 PM

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Here's to hoping the G-men break the bank for McCourty then sign a bunch of bargain OL/DL/LB depth.

Well then, McCourty back to NE 5/47.5. reportedly turning down more elsewhere. There goes that idea, maybe Rahim Moore then?

Mar 8, 2015 8:36 PM

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49ers got Torrey Smith. Can't comment on it until I know the amount he got paid. Smith isn't a #1 Receiver though.

Torrey is probably getting between 8 to 10 million a year. Very risky investment for the 49ers.

Mar 8, 2015 8:39 PM

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Bostonblows said:

Bostonblows said:
Here's to hoping the G-men break the bank for McCourty then sign a bunch of bargain OL/DL/LB depth.

Well then, McCourty back to NE 5/47.5. reportedly turning down more elsewhere. There goes that idea, maybe Rahim Moore then?

McCourty getting paid less than Byron Maxwell makes me wonder what the hell goes on in this league, lmfao.

I'd imagine Smith getting Cobb money, probably not the best, but it's not too bad of an overpay. They do need receivers after all and they can also stock on the draft for that too.

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TheRealNico said:

Bostonblows said:

Well then, McCourty back to NE 5/47.5. reportedly turning down more elsewhere. There goes that idea, maybe Rahim Moore then?

McCourty getting paid less than Byron Maxwell makes me wonder what the hell goes on in this league, lmfao.

I'd imagine Smith getting Cobb money, probably not the best, but it's not too bad of an overpay. They do need receivers after all and they can also stock on the draft for that too.

Good point, Kelly can run that team into the ground for all I care :)

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Bostonblows said:

TheRealNico said:

McCourty getting paid less than Byron Maxwell makes me wonder what the hell goes on in this league, lmfao.

I'd imagine Smith getting Cobb money, probably not the best, but it's not too bad of an overpay. They do need receivers after all and they can also stock on the draft for that too.

Good point, Kelly can run that team into the ground for all I care :)

Re-signing McCourty was the right move for New England anyways. Guy can play both CB and S and Revis is now unlikely to come back, so it's a wise move.

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TheRealNico said:

Bostonblows said:

Good point, Kelly can run that team into the ground for all I care :)

Re-signing McCourty was the right move for New England anyways. Guy can play both CB and S and Revis is now unlikely to come back, so it's a wise move.

Yea, I just hope the G-men can land somebody at safety (Moore?) because they need it badly. I loved Antrel, but he's like 32 now.

Mar 8, 2015 8:46 PM

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Bostonblows said:

TheRealNico said:

Re-signing McCourty was the right move for New England anyways. Guy can play both CB and S and Revis is now unlikely to come back, so it's a wise move.

Yea, I just hope the G-men can land somebody at safety (Moore?) because they need it badly. I loved Antrel, but he's like 32 now.

He's a solid option. Hopefully he won't demand that much.

Mar 8, 2015 9:31 PM

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I'm sure Moore will demand a lot. He's going to be the top safety available once free agency hits, which gives him all the negotiating power in the world. I wouldn't be shocked if he got 8 million a year, which would be a travesty considering thats exactly what Eric Weddle makes, and he is a 1st Team All-Pro.

Mar 8, 2015 9:41 PM

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Tomorrow should be a very interesting day.

Mar 8, 2015 9:43 PM

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With NE re-signing McCourty, Philly's offseason is looking like a disaster (or a mess would be the more appropriate term). With all that capspace freed up, McCourty was their #1 target. Then with Maclin leaving... Chip may be starting to sweat.

Mar 9, 2015 6:15 AM

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Just as I officially broke news of the Suh signing 4 days before it happened, I'm going to stake my official MAL NFL beat reporter reputation on this one as well :)

49ers Deny Report That They're Trying To Trade Colin Kaepernick

Rumors out there that the 49ers are trying to trade Kaepernick and the Eagles and Bears are two of the interested teams. The 49ers are going to be an abortion of a team next year and I will be smiling during every second of it due to Jed York being a clown fucker.

Of course, Tomsula could be the next Harbaugh...

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And the last truly big-time FA is about to make his decision:

Brian Hoyer down to Texans or Jets

There about to be a POWERSHIFT!!

Mar 9, 2015 8:07 AM

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Whoa I'm hearing rumors of Patrick Willis possibly retiring and it being announced today or tomorrow. Don't know what to think. RIP 49ers.

Mar 9, 2015 8:33 AM

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Whoa I'm hearing rumors of Patrick Willis possibly retiring and it being announced today or tomorrow. Don't know what to think. RIP 49ers.

:(

Mar 9, 2015 9:20 AM

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I doubt Willis will retire, although if he does, that opens the door for Chris Borland to be a perennial Pro-Bowler because I think he's better.

Cards stole Sean Weatherspoon from Atlanta. I think this may be the offseason steal so far.

Edit: Jerry Hughes extension was right for Buffalo, Franklin wasn't overpaid so it's a great move for San Diego, Houston did the right thing by bringing Mallett back. Jags and Raiders are overpaying guys at positions they should maximize in the draft, the Pernell McPhee contract is ridiculous for an average at best rush linebacker.

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I doubt Willis will retire, although if he does, that opens the door for Chris Borland to be a perennial Pro-Bowler because I think he's better.

Cards stole Sean Weatherspoon from Atlanta. I think this may be the offseason steal so far.

Edit: Jerry Hughes extension was right for Buffalo, Franklin wasn't overpaid so it's a great move for San Diego, Houston did the right thing by bringing Mallett back. Jags and Raiders are overpaying guys at positions they should maximize in the draft, the Pernell McPhee contract is ridiculous for an average at best rush linebacker.

Patrick Willis to announce retirement

You're on quite a role Nico :)

The injuries have been a killer for Willis the last year+ or so. Truly a shame.

Mar 9, 2015 9:38 AM

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Willis can be replaced. This isn't a big deal. They now have Bowman and Borland, two above above average ILBs. I hope Willis eventually gets into coaching, he seems like the right guy to do it.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/12448761/nfl-warns-all-32-teams-contract-leaks

Kind of happy we didn't do anything yet.

Mar 9, 2015 9:44 AM

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