rd421 Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Ok, time to get off the Peyton Manning blogging funk that I (and pretty much every Redskins Blogger) have been on this week. Time for something fresh. . . something new . . . something like a WR that Peyton could be throwing to next season. The above picture, to some, represents an iconic image of a game saving catch that propelled the Giants to their 4th Super Bowl victory. To others, such as myself, it causes heartburn for the same reasons. For Mario Manningham it most likely means dollar signs. After having a fantastic game during the Super Bowl, Manningham has put himself in a great position leading into free agency; especially after hiring “Super Agent” Drew Rosenhaus this past October. Is there a reason why he (Manningham) shouldn’t be having Jerry McGuire flashbacks right now? Sunday night Mike Florio and Peter King of NBC Sports (ProFootballTalk.com and SI.com respectively) alluded to the fact that the Redskins could be a player in the “Super Mario” sweepstakes. Since Sunday I have seen quite a few people on the interwebs discussing the possibility of Super Mario in D.C. Arguments have been made that he has more big-play potential than any WR on the Skins roster right now. This is not to say the young guys, such as our good friend Leonard Hankerson won’t have as good or better play-making ability. It’s saying that right now he would be our legitimate “threat”. While I do not disagree with this argument . . . and I in fact agree that our WR group is definitely missing the WOW factor that makes defenses worry about actually getting beat for a big play, Manningham is not going to be worth the asking price. Let’s not forget Manningham, who will be looking for big time star receiver money is currently the 3rd WR on his teams depth chart. He had 39 receptions for 523 yards and 4 td’s this season, with a 13.4 yards per catch average – which isn’t terrible. Just for comparison, let’s see how that stacks up versus the Redskins top two targets. Santana Moss – Manningham had a similar season to Moss who had 46 catches for 584 yards and 4 td’s as well, but Moss had a 12.7 YPC average. On the surface Manningham looks like a better option; but Moss missing significant playing time due to injury makes this a hard comparison. Jabar Gaffney- Gaffney was the Redskins #2 wideout for most of the season, but was “the guy” while Moss was down. At times it seemed like the Grossman to Gaffney Florida connection gave Rex a security blanket that he loved to target. Gaffney had 68 receptions for 947 yards, 5 td’s and a 13.9 YPC average. Depending on the health of Santana Moss and going strictly by statistics, Manningham would rank 3rd on the Redskins WR depth chart as well last year. Continue Reading Here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gibbs Hog Heaven Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 I'd prefer the 'Super' Mario out of Houston this FA. But the bigger point on receiving need is very pertinent. Hail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
S.T.real,lights,out Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 No thanks, he benefits from having Nicks and Cruz...he is not a #1 and from what I have heard he's an idiot or i should say not very smart. Would rather have someone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sideshow24 Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Bowe or Colston over Manningham. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigkobe81 Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 He can be good when he wants but he's #3 Wr for a reason and watching him this season, he benefits from the defense is focusing on the Cruz and Nicks. He also has a tendency to catch with his body a lot. If we are looking for a "playmaker", he's not that guy. Royal is the best option if Bowe isn't there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gibbs Hog Heaven Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 My ideal receiving scenario would be picking up Bowe in FA, and drafting Broyles in the third or fourth. Hail. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hiro Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 No thanks. He reads as a guy who is going to get a much bigger contract than he's worth due to that one catch he made in the Super Bowl. If I'm going to shell out some major dough for a receiver, I'd rather go after a guy like Bowe or V Jax. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurent Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 The Giants have an extremely wide receiver friendly offense, I'd pass to be quite honest. There's a reason why the Giants lose receivers year after year without skipping a beat. Draft all the way, reserve free agency for shoring up the offensive line and perhaps a QB. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chaught76 Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 I agree with most on here. I would rather go after Bowe and pick up Eddie Royal from Denver. We would have a pretty solid WR core if we had: Bowe, Royal, Moss, Hankerson, and Gaffney next year. That all being said, it won't matter who we get if Rex or John is under center next year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MattFancy Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 I would have no problem with him here. He's not a #1 WR, but he could be a good complimentary guy. And what would we do with Mario Williams? I don't think he fits as a 3-4 end. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hiro Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 I would have no problem with him here. He's not a #1 WR, but he could be a good complimentary guy.And what would we do with Mario Williams? I don't think he fits as a 3-4 end. Yes, that's why he moved to OLB in the 3-4. Which is like one of our only positions we're set out. Plus, I highly doubt the Texans let him walk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missin Meast Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 No, there are way more talented guys out there over Mario .... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KingGibbs Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Somewhere over Dwayne Bowe. Suck it MattFancy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milellie111 Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Terrell Owens Please. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rick7423 Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 It is truly amazing how the 'flavor of the week' is always touted to be the next Redskin. just because someone has a good performance, does not mean that they should be a Redskin. Lets just get some good young guys and not all the retreads from other teams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chump Bailey Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Terrell Owens Please. You know, I would not mind siging TO either. He's in a bad situation and he knows it. He has every reason to work hard and show up on Sunday. The contract would be nothing to worry about either because he has no leverage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CrypticVillain Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 I'd prefer the 'Super' Mario out of Houston this FA. I know right. When I hear Super Mario, the first person I think about is #90 down in H-Town. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeefJerky Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 No thanks. Plenty of better options available in FA. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rypien1191 Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Don't want any more Giants retreads. I'd be hesitant about a guy who just had the biggest moment of his football life and wants more money, anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PCS Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 something like a WR that Peyton could be throwing to next season. Uh huh. Just had to sneak that one in there. I'm not totally enamored with Mario,(though being a Redskins fan that may not be saying much. ). Would like to see what a few of our present receivers could do with a younger,fresher arm throwing to them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mojo Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 For the Redskins, he has Randle El written all over him. Played decent is a great system as a 3rd receiver and had a huge play in a Super Bowl. No thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HOF44 Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Somewhere over Dwayne Bowe. This made me out loud!!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
prsnljournalst3 Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 pretty sure he wants to stay with the giants. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiggosMohawk Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Save the cash for a legit #1 WR in FA. Then roll with Bowe/Colston/VJax, Moss, Hank, and Gaffney. Along with Freddy D, and a new QB, I like the look of that passing attack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21HailStorm Posted February 10, 2012 Share Posted February 10, 2012 Somewhere over Dwayne Bowe.Suck it MattFancy. I second this motion... getting Bowe, that is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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