theeohiostate Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 (edited) Does Brees go, Will the Rivers era in San Diego begin? Reported in another forum, the latest news is that Brees has declined the Chargers lastest offer and is now set to become a free agent. Don't know how it came to this so quick. Edited February 20, 2006 by theeohiostate Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildcat2334 Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Wow, if SD loses Brees- they take a big step back for 2-3 years with Rivers' growing pains. I don't think they can afford to let Brees go can they?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ralph Furley Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 This sounds pretty crazy to me. I'd love to see Brees in Chicago...but that would never happen. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PantherDave Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 I would'nt pass judgement on Rivers just yet, being an NC State alum and watching his 4 year career at State-give the kid a chance. He is a winner and will pick that offense up and fit right in. While at NC State, Norm Chow said Rivers had one of the best offensive minds he's been around, and he picked Norm's offense up very quickly his freshmen year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wildcat2334 Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Well, he could be solid out of the gate- but I would not count on it. At the very least he will be mediocre to bad for at least 1 year. Just seems like SD is too close to challenging for the AFC crown to have to go with an unproven QB. IF I was a SD fan I wouldn't like the short term effect of Rivers playing. Too many cases of the steep learning curve as a young QB- plus Brees had a nice season- Rivers is a big step back IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 Here's a link to the latest news in the San Diego Union-Tribune. There's a WHOLE LOTTA posturing going on right now. I wouldn't be surprised to see Brees actually becoming a free agent in the next two weeks or so. Then again, A.J. and Drew might kiss and make up before then. ANYBODY WANT A VETERAN QB WHO'S REHABBING A TORN LABRUM!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theeohiostate Posted February 20, 2006 Author Share Posted February 20, 2006 Thanks Chargerz, looks like your going to loose Brees. How confident is the staff in the ability of Rivers to step in? He's had two years to learn the offense, so he's going to be far better prepared then any rookie, but how much time does he get on the field during the season in practice? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PantherDave Posted February 20, 2006 Share Posted February 20, 2006 This was why the Bolts drafted him in the first place, and he was evidently the fire under Brees's ass that woke him up-Rivers can get the job done. I realize I'm biased due to my NC State ties, but I feel you just have know idea what you really have-I watched him for 4 years. He is a very headsey QB, and I think will make Brees a distant memory-let the security blanket go, and take the Riverboat for a cruise(just don't invite any Vikings along). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskey Pimp Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 This was why the Bolts drafted him in the first place....1333423[/snapback] Actually, they drafted Eli and then traded for Rivers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 (edited) Thanks Chargerz, looks like your going to loose Brees. How confident is the staff in the ability of Rivers to step in? He's had two years to learn the offense, so he's going to be far better prepared then any rookie, but how much time does he get on the field during the season in practice? 1333420[/snapback] A.J. has man-love for Rivers. Remember, A.J. was the one who obtained Rivers. The scuttlebutt around here is that A.J. has NEVER been that enthusiastic about Brees. Only time will tell if Rivers can get the job done as the starter. One thing's for certain---> they're STILL talking on San Diego sports radio about his funky throwing motion! Edited February 21, 2006 by Chargerz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CarryTheRock Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I too watched alot of Rivers at NCS. fun guy to watch. It's a shame he has had to sit this long. I think he will do well in the NFL but it will likely set them back a year. It didn't hurt Cullpepper or McNair to sit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TecmoBeast Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 No way San Diego lets Brees walk, they're just trying to scare Brees and agent. They almost made playoffs, upset the Colts. They're a contender and will ante up before March 3. Could be wrong, but that's my take Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sgt. Ryan Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 If Im SD, I keep the both and make Rivers sit until he is needed like SF did with S Young. Having too many good Qbs is never a bad thing imo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goopster24 Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 Some team is gonna be able to get Brees pretty cheaply and it's gonna pay out huge dividends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackass Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 this is somewhat similar to the Kitna, Palmer situation a couple years ago. SD may think Rivers has a better chance of taking them all the way and they may be willing to give up the short term rewards for possible long term gains. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Vatican Hitsquad Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I can't believe they are so anxious to drop Brees, who has turned into an excellent QB the last few years, for an untested 3-year rookie. I don't give a crap how great he wa sin college, that doesn't mean jack in the NFL. You would think SD learned their lesson 7 years ago with Kipers' "sure thing" Leaf. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goopster24 Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 It's all about money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaP'N GRuNGe Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 If the Culpepper situation in Minnesota goes south, I wouldn't be surprised to see the Vikings go after Brees or Rivers with Fran Foley now the head of personnell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Goopster24 Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 If the Culpepper situation in Minnesota goes south, I wouldn't be surprised to see the Vikings go after Brees or Rivers with Fran Foley now the head of personnell. 1333717[/snapback] Second that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junebugz Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I would welcome Brees in a Phins uni Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fantasy Jesus Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I would welcome Brees in a Phins uni 1334438[/snapback] So would I !!! It's a perfect fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAUgrad Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I don't think there's much choice than to expect Rivers to be the starter from day one. Everything I'm reading says that Brees may not be ready for the start of the regular season anyway. IMO, either way, SD needs to get Rivers ready. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackass Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 I don't think there's much choice than to expect Rivers to be the starter from day one. Everything I'm reading says that Brees may not be ready for the start of the regular season anyway. IMO, either way, SD needs to get Rivers ready. 1335148[/snapback] kind of amazing how that injury really changed their whole strategy. and it was the brilliant thinking of shottenheimer (i'm assuming it was his decision) to have him in on a meaningless game. incredible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NAUgrad Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 kind of amazing how that injury really changed their whole strategy. and it was the brilliant thinking of shottenheimer (i'm assuming it was his decision) to have him in on a meaningless game. incredible. 1335232[/snapback] Absolutely. Should've let Rivers play the entire game and get some experience going. They probably should've sat LT as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted February 21, 2006 Share Posted February 21, 2006 Absolutely. Should've let Rivers play the entire game and get some experience going. They probably should've sat LT as well. 1335249[/snapback] A.J. and Marty reportedly DID have words over those decisions. Because Marty is the coach, he won that battle, but it started rumors of a rift between them. That rift fueled speculation a while back that Marty was going to be fired. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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