Guest Sores Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 LINKY Both are represented by the Postons....great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGrunt Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 LINKY 1414274[/snapback] Neither of Arrington's agents, Carl and Kevin Poston, was available for comment, but a National Football League source said Arrington visited with club officials Monday and left without a contract offer. This could very possibly remain what it is now: a rumor. We all know if the player leaves town without a contract, odds are that's how it's gonna stay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thecerwin Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 Is Arrington enough to keep Favre? Or is Arrington comin in to kick Favre's butt out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sores Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 This could very possibly remain what it is now: a rumor. We all know if the player leaves town without a contract, odds are that's how it's gonna stay. 1414280[/snapback] It isn't a rumor that they brought him in. Nor is there a rumor that they signed him. Not sure where you are getting a rumor out of this? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Cheezhead Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 I'd say the Arrington visit is almost purely posturing -- getting us fans to believe TT is at least half-serious about using some of that cap space. If they were to sign either Woodson or Arrington, though, I'd at least be impressed with Thompson's patience. Both of them would come at a much lower price than the guys who signed in the first week of FA and both would be solid contributors immediately. Arrington might be a good fit for the scheme, actually. From what I understand, it's pretty simple, with very similar positional responsibilties from play to play. He could definitely take blockers away from Barnett. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Randall Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 I want to see some offensive linemen. Taylor and Manual were good signings, but they need something on offense too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
budlitebrad Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 Even though Hawk\Barnett\Arrington sounds pretty fn sexy, it would probably allow the Pack more options in the draft like trading down or going after Ferguson\Davis. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Cheezhead Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 Even though Hawk\Barnett\Arrington sounds pretty fn sexy, it would probably allow the Pack more options in the draft like trading down or going after Ferguson\Davis. 1414382[/snapback] Yeah, adding Arrington and then Hawk would give us too many LBs. Davis and Ferguson are quickly becoming my two favorite choices at #5. I'd still prefer to trade down with Denver to get a RB/WR or OL/RB combo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Cheezhead Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 By the way -- and nobody else is saying this -- but D'Brickashaw Ferguson would be DEVASTATING in a zone-blocking system. It's completely perfect for him (are the Texans paying attention?). If he ended up in a zone-blocking scheme, he could completely change the way coaches use their LTs. I believe it was the OL coach at Virginia who said he would "revolutionize" the position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 John Clayton was saying this morning that it's possible they may move up to take Mario Williams if Arrington is signed. I don't see either happening though. GB just seems too apathetic to get any of this done. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Cheezhead Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 John Clayton was saying this morning that it's possible they may move up to take Mario Williams if Arrington is signed. I don't see either happening though. GB just seems too apathetic to get any of this done. 1414426[/snapback] He was just randomly pontificating about hypotheticals. There's no way the Packers are moving up to #2. They don't have enough picks to play with and Thompson is probably hating the idea of paying a rookie top-5 money. Taking on a Ronnie-Brown contract for an unproven player would give TT an aneurysm. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pope Flick Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 This would make sense if Favre were to retire. Their best course ro rebuild at this point would be to start on D: there are stronger D players available than OL which is their primary need. But putting a stiff D on the field to keep scores low would help to take some pressure off Rodgers to win games and make him more of a manager (see Kyle Orton) who could win 6-8 games. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HUGH Man Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 I agree with Pope. I'm not too sure about that Rodgers kid though Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Score 1 Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 The Jaguars remain in contention for former Pro Bowl linebacker LaVar Arrington but appear intent on waiting for his price to come down. Arrington visited the Jaguars last month, and Jacksonville reportedly made an offer that included as much as $11 million in guaranteed money despite questions about the health of his knee. The Miami Dolphins, New York Giants and Cincinnati Bengals also are pursuing Arrington. "We've been in contact with his agent, and that's where it stands," Jaguars vice president of personnel James Harris said. "We've talked, but we have no agreement. It's a waiting game right now." www.jacksonville.com (free, but registration required, use www.bugmenot.com) Looks like TT & the Pack at least know Arrington's floor. They're going to have to come up with around $11 million in guaranteed money, if they're serious about trying to sign Arrington. Could ensd up being more, depending on what the other Arrington players are willing to offer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Score 1 Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 Also heard scuttlebutt that Arrington wants to know who Green Bay's starting QB is going to be, before making any decision on signing with the Pack. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big John Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 Also heard scuttlebutt that Arrington wants to know who Green Bay's starting QB is going to be, before making any decision on signing with the Pack. 1415045[/snapback] Catch 22 here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Score 1 Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 I don't know if there's any truth to that at all Big John. Just scuttlebutt so far. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flip_Side Posted April 11, 2006 Share Posted April 11, 2006 Miami needs to sign him for heavens sake!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Cheezhead Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 This would make sense if Favre were to retire. Their best course ro rebuild at this point would be to start on D: there are stronger D players available than OL which is their primary need. But putting a stiff D on the field to keep scores low would help to take some pressure off Rodgers to win games and make him more of a manager (see Kyle Orton) who could win 6-8 games. 1414630[/snapback] Umm, assuming you like Arrington as a player, doesn't it make sense whether Favre returns or not? He's good AND young, so he'd help both the present AND the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
budlitebrad Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 Packers | Favre's retirement could make team spend moneyTue, 11 Apr 2006 18:31:26 -0700 ESPN.com's John Clayton reports Green Bay Packers QB Brett Favre's retirement could be a financial disaster, but in a different kind of way for the team. With his $3 million roster bonus and $7 million in salary, Favre would make $10 million this year if he plays. The Packers would save $10 million of cash if he doesn't, but that's not necessarily a good thing. The Packers have a payroll of around $76 million, but that doesn't include draft choices or any other free agent signings. Not having Favre would take the payroll down to $66 million. With the new collective bargaining agreement, teams must have a minimum cash payroll of $85.5 million, meaning the Packers would have to spend $19.5 million just to make the minimum. With the players remaining as free agents, the Packers would be hard pressed to spend the money they would need to. I just kinda found this funny. Does seem like a Catch 22 though... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Swiss Cheezhead Posted April 12, 2006 Share Posted April 12, 2006 I just kinda found this funny. Does seem like a Catch 22 though... 1416080[/snapback] Maybe somebody should send TT the memo, just in case. Seriously, though, if Favre does retire, we all better hope that both Arrington and Woodson can be good for a LONG time, because they'd both be signing with the Packers for BIG money. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_4_ Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 Maybe somebody should send TT the memo, just in case. Seriously, though, if Favre does retire, we all better hope that both Arrington and Woodson can be good for a LONG time, because they'd both be signing with the Packers for BIG money. 1416209[/snapback] Does anyone know Thompsons history of dealing with the Postons? Some Gm's deal with them, some don't. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
budlitebrad Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 Does anyone know Thompsons history of dealing with the Postons? Some Gm's deal with them, some don't. 1418956[/snapback] TT is the type not to overspend on big free agents. The Postons are the type to demand huge, ridiculous contracts for their players. I smell a sitcom! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Big Score 1 Posted April 13, 2006 Share Posted April 13, 2006 Confirmation, that among other things, Favre's playing status impacting Arrington's decision to sign with Green Bay. Arrington wants to know whether Brett Favre is going to retire; the Packers still don't know the quarterback's plans www.jsonline.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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