Free Agency Begins.....
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^ list of all FAs, i wish i had insider to see the grades they were given lol
^ list of all FAs, i wish i had insider to see the grades they were given lol
POSTED 12:42 a.m. EST, February 29, 2008
BERRIAN TO VISIT VIKES
Barely a half hour into free agency, and the Vikins have set up a Friday visit with Bears receiver Bernard Berrian.
Berrian wants a contract that pays out $24.5 million over the first three years, and that includes $12 million guaranteed.
He would provide a deep threat for the Vikings' West Coast offense. Have a guy who can stretch the field opens up the various underneath routes in the system.
BERRIAN TO VISIT VIKES
Barely a half hour into free agency, and the Vikins have set up a Friday visit with Bears receiver Bernard Berrian.
Berrian wants a contract that pays out $24.5 million over the first three years, and that includes $12 million guaranteed.
He would provide a deep threat for the Vikings' West Coast offense. Have a guy who can stretch the field opens up the various underneath routes in the system.
Bengals defensive end to get a look
February 28th, 2008 – 11:42 PM by Judd Zulgad
In addition to Bears receiver Bernard Berrian, word is the Vikings also have arranged for Bengals right defensive end Justin Smith to be at Winter Park on Friday. Obviously, receiver and defensive end — along with safety — are Minnesota’s primary needs this offseason. Smith played for Vikings defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier when Frazier held the same job with the Bengals.
As for Berrian, the Vikings have sent owner Zygi Wilf’s plane to California to get the receiver. The Vikings did the same thing in March 2006 when they convinced All-Pro offensive guard Steve Hutchinson to leave Seattle.
February 28th, 2008 – 11:42 PM by Judd Zulgad
In addition to Bears receiver Bernard Berrian, word is the Vikings also have arranged for Bengals right defensive end Justin Smith to be at Winter Park on Friday. Obviously, receiver and defensive end — along with safety — are Minnesota’s primary needs this offseason. Smith played for Vikings defensive coordinator Leslie Frazier when Frazier held the same job with the Bengals.
As for Berrian, the Vikings have sent owner Zygi Wilf’s plane to California to get the receiver. The Vikings did the same thing in March 2006 when they convinced All-Pro offensive guard Steve Hutchinson to leave Seattle.
POSTED 12:49 a.m. EST, February 29, 2008
SMILEY SIGNS WITH FINS
Ladies and gentlemen, we have a signing.
In roughly a half hour of negotiations that started from scratch (eye roll), the Dolphins have signed 49ers guard Justin Smiley to a five-year, $25 million contract with a $9 million signing bonus.
The story announcing the move was posted 27 minutes into free agency by Matt Maiocco of the Santa Rosa Press-Democrat. And given that the article has three paragraphs of quotes from Smiley, and assuming that the conversation between Maiocco and Smiley lasted at least five minutes, there's no way in hell that the Dolphins first initiated contact with Smiley at 12:01 a.m. EST.
Then again, anyone who thinks that Fins V.P. of football operations Bill Parcells gives a crap about any of that would be sorely mistaken.
SMILEY SIGNS WITH FINS
Ladies and gentlemen, we have a signing.
In roughly a half hour of negotiations that started from scratch (eye roll), the Dolphins have signed 49ers guard Justin Smiley to a five-year, $25 million contract with a $9 million signing bonus.
The story announcing the move was posted 27 minutes into free agency by Matt Maiocco of the Santa Rosa Press-Democrat. And given that the article has three paragraphs of quotes from Smiley, and assuming that the conversation between Maiocco and Smiley lasted at least five minutes, there's no way in hell that the Dolphins first initiated contact with Smiley at 12:01 a.m. EST.
Then again, anyone who thinks that Fins V.P. of football operations Bill Parcells gives a crap about any of that would be sorely mistaken.
Smiley agrees to five-year deal with Dolphins
The free-agent signing period has barely started and the 49ers have already lost a player.
Guard Justin Smiley has agreed to terms with the Dolphins on a five-year, $25 million contract than includes a $9 million signing bonus, he said. He is scheduled to fly to Miami early Friday morning to sign the contract and make it official.
"I'm very excited about the opportunity," Smiley said on the phone just moments ago. "Miami called as soon as they were able to call me and told me they'd like to have me down there. They called me right after it (free agency) started. They offered me that (contract). I feel very blessed. It feels good to have security. I want to go down there and give them every penny's worth and play hard for them."
Smiley said he is slated to play right guard for the Dolphins. Smiley resides in Ellabel, Ga., and attended Alabama.
"To me, it seems like a good fit, me being from the South," Smiley said. "There are a lot of other factors you have to weigh when you're considering a situation like this. I talked to them just a little while ago, and this is flattering that they came after me like this."
Smiley was a second-round pick of the 49ers in 2004. He and the 49ers were far apart in contract talks, dating back the past two seasons. He said he has not yet spoken to the 49ers.
"It's a bummer because those guys mean a lot to me," Smiley said. "Being around those other offensive linemen and the organization, it made a positive impact in my life. The fans of San Francisco, they're faithful. I always hoped I could be a 49er, but it didn't work out."
Smiley started all 32 games in 2005 and '06. He played most of the '06 season with a torn left labrum. He sustained a dislocated right shoulder in the eighth game last season and had season-ending surgery Nov. 13. He probably will not take part in any contact until training camp, as a precaution.
Smiley will undoubtedly have to pass a physical with the Dolphins. He said that should be no problem, as his rehabilitation is ahead of schedue.
and another article onit
The free-agent signing period has barely started and the 49ers have already lost a player.
Guard Justin Smiley has agreed to terms with the Dolphins on a five-year, $25 million contract than includes a $9 million signing bonus, he said. He is scheduled to fly to Miami early Friday morning to sign the contract and make it official.
"I'm very excited about the opportunity," Smiley said on the phone just moments ago. "Miami called as soon as they were able to call me and told me they'd like to have me down there. They called me right after it (free agency) started. They offered me that (contract). I feel very blessed. It feels good to have security. I want to go down there and give them every penny's worth and play hard for them."
Smiley said he is slated to play right guard for the Dolphins. Smiley resides in Ellabel, Ga., and attended Alabama.
"To me, it seems like a good fit, me being from the South," Smiley said. "There are a lot of other factors you have to weigh when you're considering a situation like this. I talked to them just a little while ago, and this is flattering that they came after me like this."
Smiley was a second-round pick of the 49ers in 2004. He and the 49ers were far apart in contract talks, dating back the past two seasons. He said he has not yet spoken to the 49ers.
"It's a bummer because those guys mean a lot to me," Smiley said. "Being around those other offensive linemen and the organization, it made a positive impact in my life. The fans of San Francisco, they're faithful. I always hoped I could be a 49er, but it didn't work out."
Smiley started all 32 games in 2005 and '06. He played most of the '06 season with a torn left labrum. He sustained a dislocated right shoulder in the eighth game last season and had season-ending surgery Nov. 13. He probably will not take part in any contact until training camp, as a precaution.
Smiley will undoubtedly have to pass a physical with the Dolphins. He said that should be no problem, as his rehabilitation is ahead of schedue.
and another article onit
POSTED 12:58 a.m. EST, February 29, 2008
SAMUEL VISITING EAGLES
Alex Marvez of FOXSports.com reports that free-agent cornerback Asante Samuel will visit the Eagles on Friday.
On Thursday night, it was reported that Samuel already has a deal in place with the Eagles.
Samuel is looking for at least $10 million per year.
SAMUEL VISITING EAGLES
Alex Marvez of FOXSports.com reports that free-agent cornerback Asante Samuel will visit the Eagles on Friday.
On Thursday night, it was reported that Samuel already has a deal in place with the Eagles.
Samuel is looking for at least $10 million per year.
POSTED 1:19 a.m. EST, February 29, 2008
PORTER TO VISIT JAGS
Alex Marvez of FOXSports.com reports that free-agent receiver Jerry Porter will visit the Jaguars on Friday.
Porter would be the second new receiver added by Jacksonville. A trade soon will be official (if it isn't already) to send Vikings receiver Troy Williamson to the Jags.
PORTER TO VISIT JAGS
Alex Marvez of FOXSports.com reports that free-agent receiver Jerry Porter will visit the Jaguars on Friday.
Porter would be the second new receiver added by Jacksonville. A trade soon will be official (if it isn't already) to send Vikings receiver Troy Williamson to the Jags.
POSTED 1:12 a.m. EST, February 29, 2008
FAINE TO TAMPA
That $44 million in cap space has burned a hole in the pockets of the Buccaneers.
Stephen Holder of the St. Petersburg Times reports that the Bucs have reached an agreement with free-agent center Jeff Faine, previously of the Saints.
Per Holder, the deal makes Faine the highest-paid center in the game.
FAINE TO TAMPA
That $44 million in cap space has burned a hole in the pockets of the Buccaneers.
Stephen Holder of the St. Petersburg Times reports that the Bucs have reached an agreement with free-agent center Jeff Faine, previously of the Saints.
Per Holder, the deal makes Faine the highest-paid center in the game.
^ lol just like TOMMY KELLY got the richest contract for a DT
POSTED 1:26 a.m. EST, February 29, 2008
BRAYTON TO VISIT PANTHERS
Adam Caplan of Scout.com reports that Raiders defensive end Tyler Brayton will visit the Panthers.
The Raiders tried to re-sign Brayton before the start of free agency.
Brayton, a first-round pick in 2003, has played defensive tackle, too.
POSTED 1:26 a.m. EST, February 29, 2008
BRAYTON TO VISIT PANTHERS
Adam Caplan of Scout.com reports that Raiders defensive end Tyler Brayton will visit the Panthers.
The Raiders tried to re-sign Brayton before the start of free agency.
Brayton, a first-round pick in 2003, has played defensive tackle, too.
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POSTED 1:30 a.m. EST, February 29, 2008
HARRIS TO THE RAIDERS
A league source tells us that the Oakland Raiders have reached an agreement with former 49ers tackle Kwame Harris.
Harris was a first-round pick in 2003.
No financial details are presently available.
POSTED 1:30 a.m. EST, February 29, 2008
HARRIS TO THE RAIDERS
A league source tells us that the Oakland Raiders have reached an agreement with former 49ers tackle Kwame Harris.
Harris was a first-round pick in 2003.
No financial details are presently available.
POSTED 1:36 a.m. EST, February 29, 2008
WILLIAMS LINES UP VISITS
Adam Caplan of Scout.com reports that Falcons free-agent linebacker Demorrio Williams has already lined up visits with the Chiefs, Bucs, and Bears.
Williams plays on the weak side. In Chicago, he could be the replacement for Lance Briggs.
WILLIAMS LINES UP VISITS
Adam Caplan of Scout.com reports that Falcons free-agent linebacker Demorrio Williams has already lined up visits with the Chiefs, Bucs, and Bears.
Williams plays on the weak side. In Chicago, he could be the replacement for Lance Briggs.