GrimReaper21 Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 Don't know if this has been posted yet. I realize now that the defense sneak peek I posted was already posted by Yomar. 2003 Free Agency Sneak Peek: Offense By Ryan Early Wednesday, December 4 Updated 2:55 PM EST The upcoming offseason may be the last thing on most people's minds, but not for those players in the last year of their contracts. While most players dream of riches to be had in free agency, the reality is often a slap in the ego. Only a handful of players get the big payday, and that number has been fewer each year as teams begin to manage their salary caps better. New rules concerning veteran salaries implemented last season allow more experienced players to stay in the league rather than pricing themselves out of a job, but also take away a good portion of their negotiating power. But for fans of teams that are already out of the playoff race, the recent history of last to first-place teams fuels hopes of a quick turnaround. Below are position lists of players who are currently without a contract for the 2003 season, as well as several players who might be released from their current contracts as they are not playing up to their high salaries. Quarterbacks Because quarterback is the most important position, teams throw tons of money at anyone showing the least potential to play at this level. The quarterbacks who actually see free agency are those a team has given up on and released, or youngsters who have been nothing but backups in their short careers. The biggest contract signed by a free-agent quarterback last year was the five-year, $25.5 million deal the Dolphins gave Jay Fiedler, who was a restricted free agent at the time. Teams make sure their quarterback is tied to a long-term deal before they even have a chance of being signed away by another team. That was exemplified during the season when the Eagles inked Donovan McNabb to a new 12-year deal, tearing up his old contract in the process. Best Available Jake Plummer, Cardinals - His last contract busted the curve of what teams were giving young quarterbacks with promise. After six wildly inconsistent years in Arizona, you can bet Plummer is hoping a change of scenery will resurrect his career. Jeff Blake, Ravens - He's taken over as the starter in Baltimore and has his team still in playoff contention, though his passer rating is just barely over 70. Shaun King, Bucs - Led Tampa to the 1999 NFC Championship Game and has strong leadership skills, mobility and playmaking ability. Still needs work in passing accuracy and reading a defense, but has now taken over the No. 2 job over Rob Johnson. Charlie Batch, Steelers - Signed with Pittsburgh on a one-year contract late in free agency last year with the intention of testing the market early in 2003 when every team had money to spend. Rob Johnson, Bucs - Turned down more money from the Texans to learn how to be a better quarterback from Jon Gruden, but when he got his chances in games he looked like the same quarterback who got booted out of Buffalo. Danny Wuerffel, Redskins - There won't be much competition for Steve Spurrier to re-sign his favorite former Gator. Rodney Peete, Panthers - Took the Panthers to a 3-0 start, but he is proving that he can't take the pounding that goes with being a starting quarterback anymore. Koy Detmer, Eagles - He may look like a string bean wearing shoulder pads, but he knows how to run a West Coast offense. Jake Delhomme, Saints - One day he'll be a starting quarterback in this league. But no one is going to sign him as one right now so he'll take another backup job and patiently wait for his chance. Potential Free Agents Kurt Warner, Rams - In what would turn the league on its ear, the two-time league MVP has a large bonus payment written into his contract for March 1st. Since he has yet to win a game this year and has yet another hand injury, should the Rams go with the younger and more mobile Marc Bulger? Trent Green, Chiefs - Restructured his contract to save the team cap space last year and included an $8 million roster bonus due early in 2003. Kordell Stewart, Steelers - He's making way too much money to be kept as a backup. Jim Miller, Bears - The contract he signed last summer had a large balloon payment after this season. Has he played well enough for the Bears to pay it? Akili Smith, Bengals - He needs to start over with another team. Vinny Testaverde, Jets - His contract is designed to allow him to stay as the Jets backup for the next few years, but his agent was making a stink about Vinny not ready to give up a starting role yet. At 39 years of age, would anyone else hand him the keys to the franchise? Doug Flutie, Chargers - When he originally signed his contract with the Chargers, it was with the understanding that he would play two years and either restructure or retire. It's been two years. No, We Didn't Forget Quincy Carter, Cowboys - He may have lost his starting job, but he's still under his cap-friendly rookie contract. Matt Hasselbeck/Trent Dilfer, Seahawks - Hasselbeck's contract that he signed two years ago is about to get a big bump in salary next year, but he's playing well enough that Mike Holmgren (should he hold onto his GM duties) will probably allow him to stay. Dilfer signed a contract that bet heavily that he would play well enough for the team to win at least 10 games. If it had happened, the contract would have jumped $10 million in value. As it is, the Seahawks can afford to keep him as a backup should they give it another go with Hasselbeck as the starter. Marc Bulger, Rams - The league's only undefeated starter and the highest-rated passer isn't going anywhere, even if the Rams keep Warner as their starter next season. The Rest Tony Banks, Texans Todd Collins, Chiefs Gus Frerotte, Bengals Jason Garrett, Giants Jeff George, Seahawks Kent Graham, Jaguars Shane Matthews, Redskins Rick Mirer, Raiders Doug Pederson, Packers Mike Quinn, Texans Restricted Free Agents Chris Redman, Ravens Doug Johnson, Falcons Tim Rattay, 49ers Travis Brown, Bills Joe Hamilton, Bucs Jarious Jackson, Broncos Cory Sauter, Bears Clint Stoerner, Cowboys Billy Volek, Titans Running Backs When teams need a new runner, they usually go shopping via the rookie draft. That's because this is a position that requires players to take so much abuse that most of their careers are over by the time they get through with their rookie contract. Nevertheless, some of the league's best running backs had their greatest success on their second team, including Marshall Faulk, Curtis Martin and Jerome Bettis. When this season comes to a close we may include Ricky Williams in that group. Best Available Olandis Gary, Broncos - A one-time 1,000 yard rusher for the Broncos, Gary has overcome numerous injuries in his short career and is currently the third-down back in Denver and the backup to rookie Clinton Portis. In a weak crop of running backs, Gary is the best runner available. Stacey Mack, Jaguars - Once upon a time James Stewart turned his job as Fred Taylor's substitute into a free-agent contract with the Lions worth $25 million with a $5.75 million signing bonus. Mack is dreaming about doing the same thing, but a lot has changed in free agency since 1999 and Mack won't come close to those numbers, even if he convinces some team to make him its feature back. Ricky Watters, FA - He's still out there waiting for a better-than-minimum deal. And chances are he'll still be waiting this time next year. Leon Johnson, Bears - Will get his chance to show his stuff to the rest of the league Monday night with his first start of the season on a nationally televised game. Richie Anderson, Jets - A good third-down back in the Larry Centers role. Shawn Bryson, Bills - Not very fast but has excellent run instincts and has played well in his few opportunities. Potential Free Agents Stephen Davis, Redskins - There's little chance the Redskins can win this year when he's not having a good day, and even less chance the 'Skins will keep Davis' exorbitant contract on the books come March. Emmitt Smith, Cowboys - Just when people start to question whether he can still perform on the field, he rips off 140-plus yards against the Redskins on Thanksgiving Day. But if the Cowboys do decide to move on, will someone else give Smith a chance for one more year? Lamar Smith, Panthers - The question isn't whether the Panthers will let this repetitive problem child go, but whether someone else will give him yet another chance? Terrell Davis, Broncos - He hasn't completely closed the door on his career, but his days with the Broncos are certainly over. Antowain Smith, Patriots - After signing his big-money deal last year, Smith showed up to training camp out of shape and has played well below expectations all year. It won't cost the Patriots that much to cut him either, especially after June 1st. The Rest Mike Cloud, Chiefs James Johnson, Browns Randy Jordan, Raiders Dorsey Levens, Eagles Fred McAfee, Saints Brian Mitchell, Eagles (KR) Lamont Warren, Lions Tyrone Wheatley, Raiders Moe Williams, Vikings Restricted Free Agents Troy Hambrick, Cowboys Jamel White, Browns Ronney Jenkins, Chargers Chad Morton, Jets Mike Green, Titans Doug Chapman, Vikings KaRon Coleman, Broncos Brad Hoover, Panthers Curtis Keaton, Saints Patrick Pass, Patriots Aaron Stecker, Bucs Michael Wiley, Cowboys Fullbacks The most under-appreciated position on a team, the fullback gives up his body on every play, but is paid peanuts compared to other positions. Only at fullback will you see a Pro Bowl player hit free agency and be offered the veteran minimum salary. Best Available Lorenzo Neal, Bengals - Probably the best fullback in the league. Still playing his heart out on a one-win Bengals team but inspiring his teammates to do the same. Rob Konrad, Dolphins - With Norv Turner as his offensive coordinator, the Dolphins are finally utilizing Konrad's receiving skills as well as his blocking. The Rest Zack Crockett, Raiders Marc Edwards, Patriots Sam Gash, Ravens Joel Mackovicka, Cardinals Cecil Martin, Eagles Stanley Pritchett, Bears Jon Ritchie, Raiders Detron Smith, Colts Mack Strong, Seahawks Justin Watson, Rams Restricted Free Agents Deon Dyer, Dolphins James Finn, Colts Dan Kreider, Steelers Sammy Morris, Bills Terrelle Smith, Saints Wide Receivers Putting up big numbers as a wide receiver is almost always the result of years of work learning the offense, developing chemistry with the quarterback and learning all the small nuances of the game. Going to a new team through free agency is figuratively taking all of the hard work and tossing it out the window. That's why receivers usually sign the big-money contracts with their original teams. It takes a very rare wide receiver, like a Keyshawn Johnson, who can have instant success with a new team. Most are like Johnnie Morton, who last year signed a seven-year, $25.7 million contract with the Chiefs and has taken almost the entire season to get comfortable in the offense while barely averaging two catches a game. Wide receiver is a surprisingly deep position in the upcoming free-agent class, but it is already starting to be nibbled away. Donald Driver agreed to a $4 million per year offer, below what he would have gotten on the open market, to stay in Green Bay where he and his family are comfortable. Peerless Price will probably be next to re-sign with his current team before other teams get a chance at him. Best Available David Boston, Cardinals - Boston tried playing through pain this season before injury finally ended his season prematurely. That won't stop 31 other NFL clubs from drooling over the idea of signing Boston in free agency. But unless the Cardinals go completely brain dead before March 1st, they'll use their franchise tag on Boston. Peerless Price, Bills - After 12 games, Price is eighth in the league in receiving yards and 10th in receptions while scoring nine touchdowns. Before the Bills can work on improving their defense, they'll try to keep this piece of their high-powered offense around upstate New York for some time to come. Ike Hilliard, Giants - Teams might be turned off by his history of injury and rebellion toward the Giants' front office, but Ike is one of the few receivers who excels in going over the middle and can change directions like he's wearing a bungee cord. Eddie Kennison, Chiefs - Even though he's already on his fourth team in seven years, Kennison has really blossomed in Kansas City. He has deep speed as well as solid hands, a rare combination. Kevin Dyson, Titans - He'll always be known for three things. 1) Being drafted before Randy Moss, 2) for coming up one yard short of the end zone on the last play of Super Bowl XXXIV, and 3) being on the receiving end of Frank Wycheck's lateral on the miracle kickoff return that beat the Bills in the wild-card round that same year. Oronde Gadsden, Dolphins - A sure-handed possession receiver that originally got his start in the Arena league. Might not be healthy for the start of free agency, which could delay his signing and cost him money. Martay Jenkins, Cardinals - A long-term project who was finally coming around before a broken shoulder ended his 2002 season. Instead of making sure this promising youngster was signed beyond this season, the Cardinals look like they're going to completely start over in their passing game next year as their starting quarterback and top three wide receivers will all be free agents. Potential Free Agents Raghib Ismail, Cowboys - Even before he was lost for the year in preseason he was being pushed for his starting job by rookie Antonio Bryant. Set to earn $4 million in 2003. Shawn Jefferson, Falcons - Michael Vick needs a better starting receiver to throw to than an overpriced and aging receiver averaging fewer than two catches a game. Derrick Alexander, Vikings - Minnesota jumped on him in the post-June 1st market, then found out why the Chiefs were dumping him. Michael Westbrook, Bengals - Actually, this petulant receiver already got his wish and has been released by Cincinnati. Jermaine Lewis, Texans - He was supposed to be a solid veteran receiver and big playmaker on special teams but the Texans have given him millions and gotten neither result. James Williams, Seahawks - Former sixth-round draft pick entering his fourth season, but according to NFLPA documents, he's scheduled to receive almost $2 million in compensation in 2003 despite having 27 career receptions. The Rest Reggie Barlow, Bucs Michael Bates, Panthers Isaac Byrd, Panthers Cris Carter, Dolphins Darrin Chiaverini, Falcons Demeane Douglas, Eagles Bobby Engram, Seahawks Brian Finneran, Falcons Antonio Freeman, Eagles Willie Jackson, Redskins Patrick Johnson, Jaguars Kevin Lockett, Jaguars Terance Mathis, Steelers Herman Moore, Giants Ricky Proehl, Rams Jake Reed, Saints Frank Sanders, Cardinals Darnay Scott, Cowboys Bobby Shaw, Jaguars Brandon Stokley, Ravens Derrius Thompson, Redskins Restricted Free Agents Laveranues Coles, Jets Darrell Jackson, Seahawks Dez White, Bears Karsten Bailey, Packers Avion Black, Texans Chris Cole, Broncos JaJuan Dawson, Texans Ron Dixon, Giants Chris Doering, Redskins Ron Dugans, Bengals Danny Farmer, Bengals Larry Foster, Lions Trevor Gaylor, Falcons Dante Hall, Chiefs Scottie Montgomery, Broncos Troy Walters, Colts Tight Ends Last year, the Chiefs said they would not pay Tony Gonzalez wide receiver money, then signed him to a seven-year, $31 million contract worth a heck of a lot more than what they gave their highest-paid wide receiver. No other tight end will even bother looking for that kind of money this year. Best Available Ernie Conwell, Rams - Good at both blocking and receiving, and the Rams have even lined him up in the backfield and handed him the ball on occasion. Desmond Clark, Dolphins - Had over 50 receptions for the Broncos in 2001 but was released because of injury at the start of this season and ended up the backup to Dolphins rookie Randy McMichael. Rickey Dudley, Bucs - The poster boy for underachieving. Maybe he can convince Jon Gruden to keep him around for one more year. Reginald Kelly, Falcons - Will always be remembered for being the player the Falcons gave up a future No. 1 pick for in the 1999 draft, never dreaming it would become the fifth overall pick, which the Ravens used to select running back Jamal Lewis. Potential Free Agents Jay Riemersma, Bills - The Bills wanted him to take a pay cut this year and he refused. Next year his salary increases another million. Kyle Brady, Jaguars - A $3 million salary will force the Jaguars to contact his agent pretty fast. Roland Williams, Raiders - Oakland is in a world of cap trouble next season and it'll be exploring every option to cut corners. The Rest John Allred, Steelers Mike Bartrum, Eagles David Binn, Chargers Dan Campbell, Giants Cam Cleeland, Patriots John Davis, Bears Tyrone Davis, Packers Hunter Goodwin, Vikings Lamont Hall, Saints Steve Heiden, Browns Brian Kozlowski, Falcons Mike Lucky, Cowboys Pete Mitchell, Jaguars Mikhael Ricks, Lions Jeff Thomason, Eagles Jerame Tuman, Steelers Jed Weaver, Dolphins Restricted Free Agents Erron Kinney, Titans Billy Miller, Texans Dustin Lyman, Bears Zeron Flemister, Redskins Brody Heffner-Liddiard, Vikings Brian Jennings, 49ers John Jones, Ravens Derek Rackley, Falcons Aaron Shea, Browns Brad St. Louis, Bengals Justin Swift, 49ers Jermaine Wiggins, Panthers Todd Yoder, Bucs Offensive Tackles When free agency first hit the NFL, the position that received the biggest jump in salary was left tackle. Suddenly, every team had to spend whatever it took to get a blocker to protect its franchise quarterback's blind side. As teams get better at managing the cap, left tackle has been hit with the franchise tag more than any other position. Last year, both Walter Jones and Flozell Adams were hit with the tag and couldn't agree to a longer deal with their teams. They'll hit the free-agent market again this year. Best Available Orlando Pace, Rams - A dominant left tackle at the top of his position. It is inconceivable that the Rams haven't signed him to another contract extension yet. Walter Jones, Seahawks - Mike Holmgren balked when Jones asked to become the highest-paid offensive lineman in the league. Will he play hardball again and give Jones the franchise tag for the second straight year? Luke Petitgout, Giants - Most scoffed when the Giants took him in the first round back in 1999 but he has turned into an excellent tackle. Made the switch from the right to left side this year and struggled a bit with the switch, but he's easily one of the best young tackles in the league. Flozell Adams, Cowboys - The Cowboys weren't sure whether they wanted to sign him long term last year so bought themselves a year with the franchise tag. He's been their most consistent player on the line this year. Ryan Young, Texans - He was taken in the expansion draft by the Texans, who will have plenty of cap space to keep this young right side starter. Wayne Gandy, Steelers - He's the starting left tackle in Pittsburgh but the Steelers are already planning who will replace him in the lineup in 2003. The Rest Darryl Ashmore, Raiders Brad Badger, Raiders Barrett Brooks, Packers Ethan Brooks, Ravens Lomas Brown, Bucs Mark Dixon, Dolphins Earl Dotson, Packers Jumbo Elliott, Jets John Fina, Cardinals Todd Fordham, Jaguars Willie Jones, Chiefs Corbin Lacina, Vikings Soloman Page, Cowboys Pete Pierson, Colts Mike Rosenthal, Giants Scott Sanderson, Saints Brent Smith, Dolphins Marcus Spriggs, Dolphins Chris Terry, Seahawks Kipp Vickers, Redskins Grant Williams, Rams Sammy Williams, Chargers Matt Willig, 49ers Jerry Wunsch, Seahawks Restricted Free Agents Chris Bober, Giants Damion McIntosh, Chargers John St. Clair, Rams Michael Thompson, Falcons Jerry Wisne, Rams Offensive Guards In order to save money against the salary cap, the league trend has been to save money in the interior of the offensive line while paying a lot of money for the tackles. The top guards top out at $3 million per year, with the notable exception of Larry Allen, who signed a $6.3 million per year extension last season. Best Available Randy Thomas, Jets - His former line coach Bill Muir is pushing the Bucs to make going after him a priority. Edwin Mulitalo, Ravens - An enormous guard who blows defenders off the line in run blocking but his pass blocking is erratic and he didn't do well when he filled in at tackle. Tom Nutten, Rams - A blue collar type who plays hurt and knows all the tricks of the trade. The Rest Mo Collins, Raiders Ray Brown, Lions Floyd Wedderburn, Seahawks Kerlin Blaise, Lions Doug Brzezinski, Eagles Kendall Gammon, Chiefs Frank Garcia, Rams DeMingo Graham, Texans Tyrone Hopson, Lions Heath Irwin, Rams Ed Johnson, Redskins Jamar Nesbit, Panthers Zach Piller, Titans Raleigh Roundtree, Cardinals Ryan Schau, Texans Cameron Spikes, Texans Jason Whittle, Giants Restricted Free Agents Darnell Alford, Cowboys Jeno James, Panthers Leander Jordan, Jaguars Aaron Koch, Jaguars Tutan Reyes, Panthers Centers Usually the lightest player on the line, the center is responsible for calling the blocking assignments before the snap. If a team is going to spend some money on the interior of its line, it will probably be right in the middle. Both Olin Kreutz of the Bears and Jeremy Newberry of the 49ers hit it big last year. However, no one in their class will be available to teams this year. Best Available Jeff Saturday, Colts - He lost both of the starting guards he played with for years in last year's free agency and the Colts' line has struggled with a new lineup this year, but Saturday is a dependable leader. Some teams may downgrade him because quarterback Peyton Manning makes the blocking calls instead of Saturday. Andy McCollum, Rams - He has had to cover the right side of the line more this year and has given up some sacks, but he's still one of the best centers who will be available. The Rest Tom Ackerman, Titans Rich Braham, Bengals Bill Conaty, Bills Kevin Dogins, Bears Aaron Graham, Titans Ben Lynch, 49ers Todd McClure, Falcons Grey Ruegamer, Patriots Jeff Smith, Steelers John Wade, Jaguars Cory Withrow, Vikings Restricted Free Agents J.P. Darche, Seahawks Shaun O'Hara, Browns Lonie Paxton, Patriots Jason Starkey, Cardinals Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bulldog Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 what is the Redskins strategy going to be? sign a mid-level vet at WR and then draft a WR at #1, using #2 and later picks to get linemen? or are the Skins going to open up the pockets and sign a big name free agent WR AND draft a WR at #13? If the Redskins are going to add talent at WR, it seems reasonable that in addition to a youngster with jets we need to augment that selection with a veteran who can be a consistent producer. we already have 3 young receivers who are still in the throes of becoming consistent. it is a painful process to watch sometimes in the NFL :gus: think of all those fumbles/drops by Thompson and McCants and even Gardner over the last 5 or 6 weeks.................... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ignatius J. Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 Bulldog, that's exactly the second half of the price argument. (The first being he complements gardner well). If we go price in free agency we don't have to wait or a younger wide reciever to develop. That's why we'll go DT at 13. They progress faster. -DB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Talent Wasted at a Desk Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 For what it's worth, Sonny said after the last game that the Skins would look for 2 new receivers in the offseason, and then qualified that (confident) statement by saying "don't forget about Clif Russell". Was this speculation, or a recycling of his last conversation with Snyder? With a good OL, Ramsey and our receivers will look pretty good. Guys, how many times did we see Ramsey hang in tough and make a wicked pass, and think "man that'll be sweet next year" ??? OL and DL are our must-address areas. Dead horse beat. The Bills would be insane not to re-sign Peerless Price. The fans would revolt. I think Ike Hilliard is the best we can hope for. I'd like a DT at #13, but if Quentin Griffin is still there, I would think more than twice about him. He is solid, and incidentally has the Oklahoma receiving record...as a running back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GrimReaper21 Posted January 3, 2003 Author Share Posted January 3, 2003 Quentin Griffin is not first round material. If we are going to draft a running back we should draft Suggs, and if he is taken Larry Johnson. IN fact the updated mock draft by sporting news has us taking Lee Suggs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MRMADD Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 Funny, Mark Tauscher, OG in GB, isn't listed. I could have sworn he was an FA. You're right about Peerless -- a lot of his (and his agents) comments about wanting to play in DC could just be games they're playing to jack up his value in Buffalo. The Bills would be stupid to let him go -- the fans would be pissed, kind of like if our front office doesn't resign Gardener. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CD167 Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 Hey, they had Danny listed in the best available catagory! If they could have just left out the rest of the comments..:laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrangeSkin Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 The Bills would have to throw a boatload of cash that they don't have at Peerless to keep him in Buffalo. They have their hands tied by Bledsoe's contract, and Moulds is clearly their number one guy. Price wants to be number one, and he won't get that in Buffalo. We have no clear number one. That combined with SS's pass happy offense may be enough to lure him here. Andre Johnson averaged 20 yards per catch. He sounds just like what the doctor ordered. A legit deep threat. I doubt he'll drop to us, but in the event that he does I'd love to see a Price/Gardner/Johnson trio. That would give us three solid youngsters, one being a deep threat, one having mid-range speed, and the other being more of a possession receiver. After resigning Thompson, we'd be set at wideout. Hopefully we will address the lines in the remaining rounds, and grab at least one starter. We can't resolve every problem through the draft. A relatively cheap DT that we can rotate with Powell should be in the cards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamebreaker Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 Buffalo won't likely have enough cap space to give Peerless the contract that he would like, so it may be possible for the Skins to sign him. I don't feel he's the player we really need, we wanted a deep threat who can stretch the field and be successful. But if you take a deeper look at Price's stats, he really isn't a deep threat. He's most productive around the range of Gardner and Thompson. I know this may be an unpopular opinion, but I think we need to sign a lesser known reciever for a modest contract. Someone who has a lot of speed, and can at least be enough of a threat to open this offense up vertically. Eddie Kennison could be this option. Granted, his hands aren't that great. but he will make plays deep and has developed in KC to the point where he averaged 17.1 yards a catch. That is the type of deep threat we need. He isn't a big name, so he won't command a large contract either. I hope Snyder is on his P's and Q's, because this could be our opportunity to fill out our recieving corps while still having more money left to help the lines. I know we'll likely draft a WR as well, but I don't feel it's necessary. We should re-sign Thompson, he'd be a great #3 for us. Let McCants develop a little more, and start Kennison on the other side of Gardner. With Ramsey throwing, we should be fine. I hope Ramsey and Gardner work on their timing over the off-season, Ramsey has already stated he'll be staying in the area so he'll be getting more comfortable with the playbook. If Kennison could be signed as soon as free agency begins, he could be right along with the both of them. I know this all wishful thinking, but it could work and would be a lot cheaper than signing Peerless Price (not even a deep threat) and drafting someone like Andre Johnson. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yank Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 With our bank seemingly in disorder (see WT article re Levar escalators today, with Art's disclaimers) I agree that Kennison might be a good target. His drops per attempt (6.5%) seem low for someone of reputed bad hands. His average per catch of over 17 is, well, disgusting. I wonder though why he only had 53 catches. The Price will probably be too high ... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yank Posted January 3, 2003 Share Posted January 3, 2003 Yank - You're a total moron !!! Didn't you see these news items on the stats site? 9/16/02 2:55 PM CT Kennison is day-to-day with a bruised left knee. He may miss some practice time this week, but should be ready for the Chiefs tussle with the New England Patriots on Sunday. (COREY) 8/23/02 12:51 PM CT Kennison has missed some practice time this week because of a broken finger. The Chiefs are expected to hold the receiver out of Saturday's preseason game to give the finger time to heal. STATS Says: Kennison is day-to-day. (COREY) 12/3/01 1:15 PM CT Kennison has agreed to terms on a two-year contract with the Kansas City Chiefs. The receiver was released by the Broncos last month after announcing that he was retiring from football. (COREY) 11/15/01 10:58 AM CT After retiring on Saturday, then rescinding his comments earlier this week, Kennison has been released by the Denver Broncos. He had 15 catches for 169 yards and a touchdown in seven games with Denver this season. (COREY) 11/12/01 3:02 PM CT On Saturday, Kennison reportedly told Broncos coach Mike Shanahan that he is retiring from the NFL. The wide receiver was inactive for Sunday's game against the San Diego Chargers. (COREY) 9/11/01 2:51 PM CT Kennison will step into the Broncos' starting lineup at wide receiver, with Ed McCaffrey going down with a season-ending injury. Kennison had one catch for 36 yards in Monday's win over the New York Giants. (COREY) 9/2/01 7:21 PM CT Kennison was arrested and charged with inciting to riot and two other misdemeanors relating to his refusal to leave a Baton Rouge nightclub early Sunday morning. STATS Says: It is yet to be determined whether he will be disciplined by the NFL or the Broncos. (COREY) 4/5/01 4:35 PM CT Kennison has signed a multiyear contract with the Denver Broncos. He will likely be the third receiver for the Broncos behind Rod Smith and Ed McCaffrey. He had 55 receptions for Chicago last season. (COREY) 9/18/00 4:36 PM CT Kennison will get the first shot at replacing Bobby Engram as Chicago's No. 2 wide receiver. STATS Says: Based on his early-season play he isn't a lock to remain the starter opposite of Marcus Robinson. (RW) 2/21/00 5:55 PM CT Kennison has been traded to the Chicago Bears. In return the Saints will receive the Bears' fifth-round pick in this year's draft. STATS Says: This move may have come as a result of the Bears' inability to come to terms with WR Bobby Engram. (CP) 11/25/98 12:00 AM CT Keinnison will reclaim his starting job at wideout this Sunday against the Falcons. He had been temporarily benched by Az-zahir Hakim. (GIZ) 10/14/97 12:00 AM CT Was benched on last Sunday for ineffectiveness and a groin injury. He has lost his starting job. (SM) 11/26/96 12:00 AM CT Missed the Green Bay game with hamstring problems. (SM) I say cut him before we sign him !!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamebreaker Posted January 4, 2003 Share Posted January 4, 2003 Originally posted by yank With our bank seemingly in disorder (see WT article re Levar escalators today, with Art's disclaimers) I agree that Kennison might be a good target. His drops per attempt (6.5%) seem low for someone of reputed bad hands. His average per catch of over 17 is, well, disgusting. I wonder though why he only had 53 catches. The Price will probably be too high ... Over 17 yards per catch is the mark of a reciever who is a deep threat. Price's average yards per catch is much lower, even lower than Gardner or Thompson's. Kennison has officially dropped 6 passes this season, and his drops per season used to be high in previous years. Again, he had a good season with the Chiefs and would be a very nice compliment across from Gardner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamebreaker Posted January 4, 2003 Share Posted January 4, 2003 Ok, the guy hasn't had a great career so far. But find me a better option as a deep threat who could contribute next season. Price isn't really a deep threat, Andre Johnson will likely be gone before we pick and would struggle anyway. Anyone else? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrangeSkin Posted January 4, 2003 Share Posted January 4, 2003 Laverneus Coles is definitely an option. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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