Free Agency Begins.....
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POSTED 10:42 a.m. EST, March 1, 2008
SPIKES OUT IN PHILLY . . . MOSS IN?
On Friday night, an eagle-eyed reader in Philly pointed out to us that the Eagles' depth chart shows Asante Samuel as the starter at left cornerback, and Lito Sheppard as the second-stringer.
So we shared that info with PFT Planet, and several members of the Philly chapter pointed out that nowhere on the depth chart are the words "Takeo" or "Spikes."
And that is prompting speculation that Spikes and his $5 million base salary are on the way out. Since 2008 is the final year of his contract, cutting him would give the Eagles an immediate $5 million in cap space, with no acceleration.
The possible departure of Spikes and the arrival of receiver Randy Moss on the open market has prompted speculation that the Eagles might make a run at Randy.
The wild card in all of this is Samuel. He's in a position to greatly influence the Eagles, one way or the other, on the value of Moss. Samuel was with the Pats for four seasons before Moss, so he's in a great position to provide the powers-that-be with the inside look at the "before" and the "after".
Stay tuned. Prior to signing Asante, the Eagles were coy about trading Sheppard, likely because they didn't want a repeat of the LeCharles Bentley episode in their quest for Samuel. The wheels might quietly be in motion as to Spikes because the Eagles hope to soar under radar if they decide to try to reel in Randy.
Hey, if T.O. and Moss can't play on the same team, the next best thing is having him in the same division.
SPIKES OUT IN PHILLY . . . MOSS IN?
On Friday night, an eagle-eyed reader in Philly pointed out to us that the Eagles' depth chart shows Asante Samuel as the starter at left cornerback, and Lito Sheppard as the second-stringer.
So we shared that info with PFT Planet, and several members of the Philly chapter pointed out that nowhere on the depth chart are the words "Takeo" or "Spikes."
And that is prompting speculation that Spikes and his $5 million base salary are on the way out. Since 2008 is the final year of his contract, cutting him would give the Eagles an immediate $5 million in cap space, with no acceleration.
The possible departure of Spikes and the arrival of receiver Randy Moss on the open market has prompted speculation that the Eagles might make a run at Randy.
The wild card in all of this is Samuel. He's in a position to greatly influence the Eagles, one way or the other, on the value of Moss. Samuel was with the Pats for four seasons before Moss, so he's in a great position to provide the powers-that-be with the inside look at the "before" and the "after".
Stay tuned. Prior to signing Asante, the Eagles were coy about trading Sheppard, likely because they didn't want a repeat of the LeCharles Bentley episode in their quest for Samuel. The wheels might quietly be in motion as to Spikes because the Eagles hope to soar under radar if they decide to try to reel in Randy.
Hey, if T.O. and Moss can't play on the same team, the next best thing is having him in the same division.
POSTED 12:05 p.m. EST, March 1, 2008
BILLS HOSTING JOHNSON
As free agency gets into its second day, the Bills will soon be sniffing around a second receiver to pair with go-to guy Lee Evans.
According to Adam Schefter of NFL Network, receiver Bryant Johnson is on his way to Buffalo for a visit.
Johnson was the front end of first-round back-to-back draft picks by the Cardinals in 2003. He has been overshadowed by Anquan Boldin and Larry Fitzgerald.
The guy taken right after Johnson by the Cards, defensive end/linebacker Calvin Pace, is expected to sign with another team soon.
BILLS HOSTING JOHNSON
As free agency gets into its second day, the Bills will soon be sniffing around a second receiver to pair with go-to guy Lee Evans.
According to Adam Schefter of NFL Network, receiver Bryant Johnson is on his way to Buffalo for a visit.
Johnson was the front end of first-round back-to-back draft picks by the Cardinals in 2003. He has been overshadowed by Anquan Boldin and Larry Fitzgerald.
The guy taken right after Johnson by the Cards, defensive end/linebacker Calvin Pace, is expected to sign with another team soon.
BUCS BAG ANOTHER ONE
With a huge amount of cap space and plenty of guys coming to town, the Bucs have signed another new player.
According to Pewter Report, the Bucs have worked out a two-year deal with Chiefs defensive end Jimmy Wilkerson.
Wilkerson was a sixth-round draft pick of the Chiefs in 2003.
With a huge amount of cap space and plenty of guys coming to town, the Bucs have signed another new player.
According to Pewter Report, the Bucs have worked out a two-year deal with Chiefs defensive end Jimmy Wilkerson.
Wilkerson was a sixth-round draft pick of the Chiefs in 2003.
POSTED 2:00 p.m. EST, March 1, 2008
FLORENCE PICKS THE JAGS
The Jaguars have continued their aggressive approach to free agency by agreeing to terms with cornerback Drayton Florence, according to FOXSports.com.
Florence was a second-round pick of the Chargers in 2003. The emergence of Antonio Cromartie made Florence expendable there. (Besides, tough-guy G.M. A.J. Smith likely couldn't get comfortable with having a player named "Florence" on the roster.)
Florence reportedly received $12 million in bonus money from the Jaguars.
On Friday, the Jags signed receiver Jerry Porter to a $30 million deal, with $10 million in guaranteed money.
FLORENCE PICKS THE JAGS
The Jaguars have continued their aggressive approach to free agency by agreeing to terms with cornerback Drayton Florence, according to FOXSports.com.
Florence was a second-round pick of the Chargers in 2003. The emergence of Antonio Cromartie made Florence expendable there. (Besides, tough-guy G.M. A.J. Smith likely couldn't get comfortable with having a player named "Florence" on the roster.)
Florence reportedly received $12 million in bonus money from the Jaguars.
On Friday, the Jags signed receiver Jerry Porter to a $30 million deal, with $10 million in guaranteed money.
POSTED 2:59 p.m. EST, March 1, 2008
FALCONS SNARE COLEMAN
The post-Vick Atlanta Falcons have made their first free-agent acquisition.
According to Adam Schefter of NFL Network, Jets safety Erik Coleman has agreed to terms with the Falcons.
It's a four-year, $10 million deal, with a signing bonus of $3 million.
Coleman was a fifth-round pick of the Jets in 2004. He started in every game of his first two seasons, but started only four times in 2007.
FALCONS SNARE COLEMAN
The post-Vick Atlanta Falcons have made their first free-agent acquisition.
According to Adam Schefter of NFL Network, Jets safety Erik Coleman has agreed to terms with the Falcons.
It's a four-year, $10 million deal, with a signing bonus of $3 million.
Coleman was a fifth-round pick of the Jets in 2004. He started in every game of his first two seasons, but started only four times in 2007.
POSTED 3:22 p.m. EST, March 1, 2008
VIKINGS GETTING CLOSE WITH BERRIAN by Michael David Smith
Free agent wide receiver Bernard Berrian is in Minnesota today negotiating with the Vikings, and a contract agreement could be finished before the day is out.
Judd Zulgad of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports that reporters gathered at the Vikings' press conference to introduce free agent signing Madieu Williams saw Berrian in the team's facility, and coach Brad Childress acknowledged that the team is talking to Berrian.
Vikings executive Rick Spielman wouldn't say whether Berrian, who led the Bears in catches and yards last year, is planning to make a visit to Oakland, but Zulgad writes, "it would not be surprising to get wind of a Berrian news conference later this afternoon or Sunday morning."
The Vikings are also reportedly interested in free agent wide receiver Javon Walker.
VIKINGS GETTING CLOSE WITH BERRIAN by Michael David Smith
Free agent wide receiver Bernard Berrian is in Minnesota today negotiating with the Vikings, and a contract agreement could be finished before the day is out.
Judd Zulgad of the Minneapolis Star Tribune reports that reporters gathered at the Vikings' press conference to introduce free agent signing Madieu Williams saw Berrian in the team's facility, and coach Brad Childress acknowledged that the team is talking to Berrian.
Vikings executive Rick Spielman wouldn't say whether Berrian, who led the Bears in catches and yards last year, is planning to make a visit to Oakland, but Zulgad writes, "it would not be surprising to get wind of a Berrian news conference later this afternoon or Sunday morning."
The Vikings are also reportedly interested in free agent wide receiver Javon Walker.
POSTED 5:36 p.m. EST, March 1, 2008
BERRIAN TO VIKINGS DEAL GETS DONE by Michael David Smith
The Minnesota Vikings have reached a contract agreement with free-agent wide receiver Bernard Berrian.
Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reports that it's a six-year deal, with financial details not yet available. The Vikings have made no secret that they were going after Berrian, and Sean Jensen of the St. Paul Pioneer Press had previously reported that the Vikings would have Berrian locked up this afternoon.
After Randy Moss, Berrian is generally considered the top wide receiver available this year as an unrestricted free agent.
Glazer reports that with Berrian gone, the Bears will likely use Devin Hester more on offense.
BERRIAN TO VIKINGS DEAL GETS DONE by Michael David Smith
The Minnesota Vikings have reached a contract agreement with free-agent wide receiver Bernard Berrian.
Jay Glazer of Fox Sports reports that it's a six-year deal, with financial details not yet available. The Vikings have made no secret that they were going after Berrian, and Sean Jensen of the St. Paul Pioneer Press had previously reported that the Vikings would have Berrian locked up this afternoon.
After Randy Moss, Berrian is generally considered the top wide receiver available this year as an unrestricted free agent.
Glazer reports that with Berrian gone, the Bears will likely use Devin Hester more on offense.
