mistertim Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 I know, I know. Not another Briggs thread. But this was something that came to mind and I was wondering what you all think. One of the reasons Briggs wants to leave Chicago is because he wants to be "the guy". The one who runs things, calls the plays, is viewed as the best...not be in the shadow of Urlacher basically. We brought London Fletcher in to run the defense on the field and call the plays. If the Briggs deal goes through could there possibly be a conflict there since Briggs might want to try to do what Fletcher is supposed to be doing, or would just being the (most likely) best LB out there with the best recognition be good enough for him? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spjunkies Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 No because we're not really after this guy. Our main target is CJ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzzah Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 umm, I recall Briggs wanting to leave because they wouldnt give him a long term deal... He said he is fine with not being "the guy" so long as he has job security. If theres conflict between him and anyone it would be the coaches similar in the LA situation because he was "the guy" until we got new Defensive coaches and there were schemes/jobs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jflagg215 Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 I don't see this happening at all. I understand the concern but from all reports Briggs is a great locker room presence, and if anything, Fletcher, Briggs, Washington, Rocky, et al, would get along very well and gel. I think adding him to the mix may put together a group of like minded players. Briggs was disgruntled like Portis remember. He outperformed his contract and wants what he earned. By all accounts, this kid is fairly down to earth and a hard worker. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mistertim Posted March 30, 2007 Author Share Posted March 30, 2007 I don't see this happening at all. I understand the concern but from all reports Briggs is a great locker room presence, and if anything, Fletcher, Briggs, Washington, Rocky, et al, would get along very well and gel. I think adding him to the mix may put together a group of like minded players. Briggs was disgruntled like Portis remember. He outperformed his contract and wants what he earned. By all accounts, this kid is fairly down to earth and a hard worker. That is good to hear. I hadn't heard much about him personally or his locker room presence. I had simply read that that was, while obviously not his main issue, one of the issues he had with being there. Perhaps that is incorrect. If so, then my apologies. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SMOSS89 Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 briggsThreads +=1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casey56 Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 Also right now Washington is "the guy" in our LB core. I know he's not a MLB but he is the leader of the front seven, no doubt. His outstanding year in 2004 earned him that respect. Fletcher will have to earn it this year. Same with Briggs if he ends up here. It's all about Marcus Washington in my book. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
#21Taylor4Ever Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 Can you smell a 3-4???????? Marcus, Fletcher, Briggs, Rocky all coming for your QB/RB!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skins84 Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 Let's try to get every thread on the front page about either Briggs or Calvin johnson! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOSKINS_08 Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 Let's try to get every thread on the front page about either Briggs or Calvin johnson! All you need is 1 rumor about both and that will be done.:laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThePreciating Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 Trade up for Calvin Johnson then get Lance Briggs. Make Lance Briggs eat Calvin Johnson so he turns into super Lance Briggs and then just sacks everybody and we win the Super Bowl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
flexxskins Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 Why would there be a conflict? I'm pretty sure that Briggs knows who our MLB is and what his responsibilities as a MLB are. If he wants to be the man...then find Chico. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
turtle Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 Also right now Washington is "the guy" in our LB core. I know he's not a MLB but he is the leader of the front seven, no doubt. His outstanding year in 2004 earned him that respect. Fletcher will have to earn it this year. Same with Briggs if he ends up here. It's all about Marcus Washington in my book. amen brother Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greenhunter7 Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 This is a good point because Briggs says all this stuff about wanting his own team like Urlacher has but I think that it is all talk. If he got paid like a number 1 guy I cant really see him complaining too much. Too me this was just a better way of saying that he wanted to be paid more than Urlacher. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CBass1724 Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 He only wants to be "the man" in terms of money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lombardi's_kid_brother Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 Being "the guy" means getting paid lots and lots of money. If Briggs get paid lots and lots of money, I doubt he will care if he even starts. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GOKU Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 HAHAHA Trade up for Calvin Johnson then get Lance Briggs. Make Lance Briggs eat Calvin Johnson so he turns into super Lance Briggs and then just sacks everybody and we win the Super Bowl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt [Redskins Fan] Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 I bet London Fletcher's dad could beat up Lance Briggs' dad. Seriously, they're all big boys, getting paid a lot of money. What do they possibly have to be upset about. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skinsfor4 Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 The only problem I have with this guy is why he wont honor his contract.He has 1 year left in Chicago,hes been franchised,what does he not get.He would be able to test the market next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FS36 Posted March 30, 2007 Share Posted March 30, 2007 I know, I know. Not another Briggs thread. But this was something that came to mind and I was wondering what you all think.One of the reasons Briggs wants to leave Chicago is because he wants to be "the guy". The one who runs things, calls the plays, is viewed as the best...not be in the shadow of Urlacher basically. We brought London Fletcher in to run the defense on the field and call the plays. If the Briggs deal goes through could there possibly be a conflict there since Briggs might want to try to do what Fletcher is supposed to be doing, or would just being the (most likely) best LB out there with the best recognition be good enough for him? Where are you getting this???? Like several people on this board have said before, the reason Briggs said he'll hold out is because he's not getting a long term extension. He doesn't care if he's the guy or Urlacher is. As a matter of fact, everyone on that team concedes to Urlacher and have said so in public. Briggs said he wants out because even though the players and coaches are committed to him, the Front Office has failed to show him the same commitment by not negotiating a long term deal. Get your facts straight before you start a thread on your own assumptions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jabronijames Posted March 31, 2007 Share Posted March 31, 2007 Trade up for Calvin Johnson then get Lance Briggs. Make Lance Briggs eat Calvin Johnson so he turns into super Lance Briggs and then just sacks everybody and we win the Super Bowl. :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: :laugh: Holy crap, this had me rolling. The guys in my office thought I went nuts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Loxley Posted March 31, 2007 Share Posted March 31, 2007 Where are you getting this???? Hes getting it from Foxsports.com, I read the same articles that said that Briggs wants to be THE guy etc. I took it to mean the same thing as the threadstarter. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cphil006 Posted March 31, 2007 Share Posted March 31, 2007 no, Fletcher is MLB, Lance is the OLB, whoever plays better will get more spotlight and London Fletcher stays out of the limelight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
909997 Posted April 1, 2007 Share Posted April 1, 2007 hes not gonna be the guy here we have sean taylor, marcus washington, fletcher who are considered our best player. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SASKINTOTHEEND Posted April 1, 2007 Share Posted April 1, 2007 Also right now Washington is "the guy" in our LB core. I know he's not a MLB but he is the leader of the front seven, no doubt. His outstanding year in 2004 earned him that respect. Fletcher will have to earn it this year. Same with Briggs if he ends up here. It's all about Marcus Washington in my book.[/quote]I totally agree that anyone coming in new must earn their just due, however, as much as I am a MW fan, I truly beleive that London Fletcher is brought in to lead the defense. I think Fletcher has proven plenty, even if it was elsewhere. :helmet: :eaglesuck :gaintsuck :dallasuck :helmet: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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