bubba9497 Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 Arizona on Dillon watch list http://bengals.enquirer.com/2004/02/22/ben1nte.html -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Redskins signal little interest; Cardinals more positive By Mark Curnutte The Cincinnati Enquirer INDIANAPOLIS - Just as the horizon narrowed for the Bengals in their effort to trade disgruntled running back Corey Dillon, another team might have entered the picture. A day after coach Marvin Lewis said the Bengals have not received any calls inquiring about Dillon, Washington coach Joe Gibbs all but dismissed the possibility of a Dillon trade to the Redskins. Washington had been one of three teams mentioned as likely Dillon suitors. "We only have a certain number of dollars," Gibbs said. "It would depend on other positions." Asked if he were interested in Dillon, Gibbs said, "I think (whom) we'd be interested in is something we'll keep to ourselves." But, later Saturday, Arizona coach Dennis Green called Dillon "a fine player, who probably needs a change of scenery" and said the Cardinals would "explore any player who's available." Green said the offense he runs needs a 1,000-yard rusher to work. The Cardinals already have Marcel Shipp and Emmitt Smith. Arizona's offensive coordinator is Alex Wood, who spent 2003 as Bengals wide receivers coach. League insiders say the Dallas Cowboys are not interested in Dillon. Tampa Bay is most often referenced as the other team that seems like the best fit for a Dillon trade. A trade still might occur on draft weekend, April 24-25, when a team in need of a running back might fail to land its top college choice or choices. MORE DILLON: Jarrett Payton, the Miami (Fla.) running back and son of the late Walter Payton, said he remembers the day Dillon broke his father's single-game rushing record. Dillon rushed for 278 yards on Oct. 22, 2000, breaking the 23-year-old record of 275 set by the Bears' Walter Payton in 1977. "My dad always said records were made to be broken," said Jarrett Payton, forecasted to be an undrafted free agent. "He said it didn't bother him if the record was broken with class by a class guy." RUDI OPTIONS: If the Bengals don't reach an agreement on a contract with Rudi Johnson, they have several choices of one-year tenders that would provide compensation should they allow the fourth-year tailback to leave as a restricted free agent. A $628,000 tender gets the Bengals a fourth-round pick - the round in which Johnson was drafted. A $1.368 million tender gets the Bengals a first-round draft pick. And a $1.824 million tender gets them first- and third-round picks. BACK SEARCH: The Bengals and Bears are two teams that have expressed interest in Michigan running back Chris Perry, Perry said. He had 1,674 rushing yards, 44 receptions and 20 total touchdowns in 2003. The Bengals also have met with Tulane back Mewelde Moore, a polished receiver who had 915 rushing yards in 2003. The Bengals also appear interested in Oregon State defensive tackle Dwan Edwards. STRONG MAN: Hawaii defensive tackle Isaac Sopoaga, a projected fifth-round pick who weighs 325 pounds, did 41 bench press repetitions at 225 pounds, three off the unofficial combine record of 44 by defensive tackle Leif Larson of UTEP in 2000. BROWNS BITS: The Cleveland Browns won a coin flip Saturday to get the seventh overall draft pick over the Atlanta Falcons. Both teams finished 5-11 and had .539 strengths of schedule. There is no tiebreaker for draft order beyond strength of schedule. Insiders say the Browns could draft one of two Miami (Fla.) players - tight end Kellen Winslow Jr., or safety Sean Taylor. The Browns also have inquired about former Michigan quarterback Drew Henson, Butch Davis said. But the Browns coach also said he expects to enter training camp with Tim Couch and Kelly Holcomb on the roster. Holcomb and Couch split time in a disappointing 2003 season, but Davis said he anticipates that a starter will be named before the opening of camp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jimbo Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 If Green can handle Randy Moss, he can certainly handle Corey Dillon. Gibbs didn't necessarily say he DIDN'T want Dillon. He's certainly playing his cards close to the vest. I actually like that but I think a TRADE for Dillon is definitely out of the question. Now if he were to be released, that might be a different story altogether. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Canadian Hog Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 If the information provided has truth/validity to it, I find it strange why Arizona keeps on wanting to replace Marcel Shipp with aging veterans. He had a great season two years ago, amassing 834 yards with a 4.4 ypc average, and scoring 9 TDs. He's only a 4 year pro. Give the guy an opportunity to take charge of the starting job and prove that his solid season two years ago wasn't a fluke. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TC4 Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 If Dillion ends up in Arizona, what will happen to Emmitt? :laugh: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
atloldskin Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 I think Shipp is pretty good too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brown 43 Posted February 22, 2004 Share Posted February 22, 2004 Shipp maybe a good option for the Skins? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
National Defense Posted February 23, 2004 Share Posted February 23, 2004 shipp is a banger but i think he's wrapped up contract-wise. i am quite fine with us passing on dillon. guy NEVER gets the goal line scores/3rd & 1 yards when they are really needed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kappaluvacee Posted February 23, 2004 Share Posted February 23, 2004 At this point Dillon is willing to go anywhere that will take him. I think he will be a cowboy next year. The 'Boys are waiting for him to get waived as opposed to trading or giving up draft picks for him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RabidFan Posted February 23, 2004 Share Posted February 23, 2004 The Boyz are not fans of giving up draft picks for players but there is a rumor of Dallas sending their #2,#3 picks and Joey Galloway to a team for their 1st round pick in this years Top Ten and then draft WR Roy Williams. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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