Do Work Son Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 For the second time in a week, a major turnover has affected San Diego's backfield. AFC West blog ESPN.com's Bill Williamson writes about all things AFC West in his division blog. • Blog network: NFL Nation In the same week the Chargers decided to release running back LaDainian Tomlinson, they also opted not to tender running back Darren Sproles, freeing him to leave the team in free agency without any compensation, said a source close to the situation. If the Chargers wanted to retain Sproles' rights, they would have had to tender him with an offer of nearly $7.3 million for the coming season by March 4. But San Diego deemed that price too high, giving its running back the chance to test free agency. San Diego still would like to re-sign him, and it could, but it will face competition from other teams. Now San Diego's backfield is expected to take on a significantly different look next season, whether or not Sproles returns. Tomlinson will not be back and there is a decent chance Sproles will not be, either. San Diego is expected to look to free agency, trades and the draft in an effort to rebuild its backfield. Free agent running backs such as Minnesota's Chester Taylor and Pittsburgh's Willie Parker would have to view San Diego's offense as appealing. Declining to tender Sproles is one of many significant issues facing the Chargers this offseason. San Diego still must figure out a way to keep free-agent wide receivers Vincent Jackson and Malcom Floyd, decide what it wants to do with linebacker Shawne Merriman, and find a trade partner for cornerback Antonio Cromartie. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Brentastic Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 Man, can you imagine Sproles running the screens in Philly? I can. I think Philly is the best in the league at running screen plays - this could be deadly with Desean and Maclin running deep. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted February 27, 2010 Share Posted February 27, 2010 I think a change of pace for Grant would be a great fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rebdog Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 i actually believe there's a decent chance we get him back. we know he's valuable. he knows we have a good role for him which works. i think we'll make a more than fair offer to keep him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WashingtonD Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 He'll end up in DC Snyder's going to be one of the few owners that opens his wallet in the uncapped year and Sproles will be one of the guys he wants to get in the fold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpwallace49 Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 He'll end up in DC Snyder's going to be one of the few owners that opens his wallet in the uncapped year and Sproles will be one of the guys he wants to get in the fold. Considering the tread on Portis's tires that may actually IMPROVE Sproles's value . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpholmes Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 Also rumored to be courting the 9ers so they can get their speed-back without using a 1/2 draft pick. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Square Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 I just saw on ESPN that Sproles was tendered with a first and third. The guy will make a little over 7 mill this year if he stays with SD. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpholmes Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 (edited) I just saw on ESPN that Sproles was tendered with a first and third. The guy will make a little over 7 mill this year if he stays with SD. Just read the same thing. What the frick is going on up in AJ Smith's office? Edited March 4, 2010 by kpholmes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WashingtonD Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 That will keep him squarely in SD I would think Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpholmes Posted March 4, 2010 Share Posted March 4, 2010 (edited) is it that they really love Sproles or was it that Michael Bennett (just released) was just so bad? I don't think Sproles is worth $7mil, but I'm not a GM. Sproles is not a 7Mil RB. The Chargers just realized that going into Free Agency they had zero half backs on their roster... Oakland has three, we'd be glad to deal one Edited March 4, 2010 by kpholmes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kpholmes Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 I think y'all officially released Fargas? Scheft says he expects it later this month before his bonus is due. They re-signed Fargas to WAY too big of a contract. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bpwallace49 Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 That is a LOT for Sproles . . . I wonder if they will give him more carries/looks this year without LT? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 A.J. is still hoping to sign Sproles to a long-term deal. We'll see. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted March 5, 2010 Share Posted March 5, 2010 Oakland has three, we'd be glad to deal one I read somewhere that A.J. was looking at Michael Bush. Not sure what's happening there. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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