MrTed46 Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 (edited) Sorry if this is a re-post. I am away on business and my internet is screwy but I didn't see it posted Edited: BJ can you fix the topic. Charles Rogers May Sign with Miami (didn't sign yet) http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2585301 Unemployed wide receiver Charles Rogers has a new agent. Whether he'll soon have a new team remains to be seen. Rogers The second overall selection in the 2003 draft, but released by the Detroit Lions on Sept. 2 after three seasons marred by injuries, inconsistency and a four-game league suspension in 2005 for a repeat violation of the NFL's substance abuse policy, Rogers auditioned on Tuesday for Miami Dolphins coaches and personnel officials, ESPN.com has confirmed. There was no immediate feedback on Rogers' workout or any indication that the Dolphins planned to offer him a contract. But the three-year veteran is familiar with Nick Saban, who played a role in recruiting him to Michigan State, and the Miami head coach acknowledged when Rogers was cut by the Lions that he could have some interest in him. Miami continues to seek a player who can stabilize the No. 3 wide receiver position behind starters Chris Chambers and Marty Booker. One player who could emerge in that role is third-year veteran Wes Welker, but Saban earlier this week noted that, while he likes his roster, it remains "a work in progress." It's dubious whether Rogers would represent progress but, at just 25 years of age, and still possessed of enormous athletic talent, it seems just a matter of time until some NFL team provides him the opportunity to try to resurrect his career. ESPN.com has learned that, prior to his Miami trip, Rogers spent some time speaking by phone with at least one professional who counsels NFL players on how to best present themselves in interview sessions. He also ended his relationship with agent Kevin Poston, who has represented him since he entered the NFL, and is expected to sign with agent Jason Fletcher of St. Louis. Rogers, who went unclaimed on waivers after the Lions jettisoned him, has been advised that he may have to accept a minimum base salary to get back into the league and begin the process of trying to rebuild his career. Between bonuses and base salaries, Detroit paid Rogers $16.2 million in three years, but reaped little dividend from that investment. Rogers appeared in only 15 games, starting in just nine of them, and had 36 receptions for 440 yards and four touchdowns. He suffered broken collarbones in each of his first two seasons. Len Pasquarelli is a senior NFL writer for ESPN.com. To check out Len's chat archive, click here . Copyright 2006 by The Associated Press Edited September 13, 2006 by MrTed46 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrTed46 Posted September 13, 2006 Author Share Posted September 13, 2006 Any value here? I think he still has talent, may be on of those things just being on the wrogn team...maybe his attitude will change and work ethic. Thoughts? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ziachild007 Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 I see where he had a workout with the Fins, but I don't see where he actually signed with them. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darin3 Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 Rogers is a turd. But as a Booker owner, I'd rather not see news like this. I love Chambers and Booker... and Welker looked pretty good on Thursday night. I don't get this signing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Furd Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 So he signed without signing. I knew that he was up to something in Detroit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Holliday Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 He has all the talent in the world. if he got his head screwed on right I would expect him to do well. I just do not expect him to get his head screwed on right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flip_Side Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 I'd rather us not sign him, we already have a speedy WR in Welker, and a good rookie Derek Hagan as our #4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigTen Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 If this happens do not be surprised. He was recruited by N. Saban when he was at Michigan State and his head coach while at Michigan State, Bobby Williams, is on the staff in Miami. They both love the guy and if anyone thinks they can change a player it is definately Saban. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FWmaker Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 If this happens do not be surprised. He was recruited by N. Saban when he was at Michigan State and his head coach while at Michigan State, Bobby Williams, is on the staff in Miami. They both love the guy and if anyone thinks they can change a player it is definately Saban. I'm wondering why the Pats don't take a flyer on him. What's to lose? Plus it'd keep him from a division foe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiefjay Posted September 13, 2006 Share Posted September 13, 2006 Reunited and it feels so good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fairwarning Posted September 14, 2006 Share Posted September 14, 2006 If he signs with the Fins' ( which I'll believe it when I see it ) it would basically be a token gesture on Saban's part. The man has NO work ethic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fantasy Jesus Posted September 14, 2006 Share Posted September 14, 2006 Not signed yet . . . "[sun-Sentinel] Wide receiver Charles Rogers - the No. 2 overall pick in the 2003 NFL draft - was among four free-agent players who had workouts Tuesday at Dolphins headquarters. The Dolphins also entertained wide receiver Craphonso Thorpe, who played collegiately at Florida State, and cornerbacks Joseph Jefferson and Rasheed Marshall." And BTW, how mean of a parent do you have to be to name your son Craphonso? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chiefjay Posted September 14, 2006 Share Posted September 14, 2006 And BTW, how mean of a parent do you have to be to name your son Craphonso? He goes by Crap for short. If one of these other clowns signs with the Fins over Rogers who only wants the minimum I hear then that will speak volumes about where he stands in the NFL considering the coach and one of the assistants are his former College Coaches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bushey Posted September 14, 2006 Share Posted September 14, 2006 He smokes more pot than Ricky Williams. I think he will fit in just fine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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