PaulOttCarruth Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 According to ProFootballTalk.com: MOSS ON THE BUBBLE? There's talk among some league insiders that the New England Patriots are considering whether to release receiver Randy Moss. Seriously. We scoffed when we heard it, but then a source explained that the question the Pats are believed to be pondering is whether Moss will become a problem if he is not a focal point of the offense -- or if he isn't in the opening-day starting lineup. And we agree that this sounds crazy. Exactly as crazy as, say, any rumors that would have been making the rounds on Friday morning that the Jaguars were planning to part ways with Byron Leftwich. Moss currently is listed as one of the starters at receiver, along with Donte' Stallworth. But Moss suffered a pulled hamstring several weeks ago and has seen only limited duty since then, opening the door for other wideouts to show what they can do. If this rumor is true, the only logical explanation is that the Pats are wrestling with whether Moss is a luxury that they don't need in order to be successful -- and whether his presence could actually keep them from their goals if he is unhappy with his role. As we see it, however, it would be easy enough to dump him if he turns out to be a problem. The only financial risk would be his $2.5 million base salary, which becomes guaranteed if he's on the roster when the regular season begins (if he is released and chooses to take the rest of the money as his one-time termination pay). Then again, maybe coach Bill Belichick doesn't want to divert his attention from getting the team ready to play by monitoring whether a grown man is behaving like one. The situation bears watching as Saturday unfolds. Even if Moss stays, there's sure to be plenty of upheaval at the receiver position as final cuts are made, given that ten receivers are still on the roster, including Moss, Stallworth, Wes Welker, Reche Caldwell, Jabar Gaffney, Kelley Washington, Bam Childress, Kelvin Kight, Chris Dunlap, and C.J. Jones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBoog Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 have stayed away in mocks and live drafts prepping for my pay league. He's a waste of a pick! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Vatican Hitsquad Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 But waitaminute... I thought he was NOT going to be a problem in NE? I thougth he would accept his role on the team, and be happy finally? I thought the addition of Moss made them a Superbowl favorite and he would revert to Randy of 5 years ago... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Donutrun Jellies Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 have stayed away in mocks and live drafts prepping for my pay league. He's a waste of a pick! Aye. But I love it when someone picks him ahead of me, pushing my preferred choice to me ... so here's hoping they hold onto him ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
isleseeya Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 I don't see him getting cut ...he has not been a distraction yet and may not be at all ...pats like to win too much to not give themselves a shot with moss , imho Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rebellab Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 I got him for $4 in an auction the other night. I thought I got a good deal maybe not. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ursa Majoris Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 I took a hugh chance drafting him in a keeper league. What with Torry Holt's knee and now this, that's three leagues I've got iffy WRs in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egret Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 I don't think that it would be a good move, but New England seems to know what they're doing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robash Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 Not to mention...this story cant make him happy. One would assume though if its being reported Moss has probably heard about it. I think they would of at least tried to trade him first to try and make up for the lost 4th...im sure the titans would be interested. But i'd have to say i'm not believing this one till it actually happens lol, seems pretty far fetched. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HowboutthemCowboys Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 , seems pretty far fetched. indeed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
broncosn05 Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 I call BS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fantasy Jesus Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 HUGH bump for Wes Welker if true. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
i_am_the_swammi Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 I think it has to do more with the $2.5M he'd be due if he's on the active roster after 4:00 today. With how well Brady has performed this preseason, and how well the WR corps is doing without Moss, and how well the Pats have historially done without a "stud" WR, this move wouldn't surprise me one bit. Everyone thought the Pats were off their rocker for signing so many WRs....maybe they essentially wanted to work all of them out, get a feel for their personalities for several weeks, and make their decision at the end of camp? If so, brilliant move....especially if it doesn't end up costing them a dime. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikesVikes Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 But waitaminute... I thought he was NOT going to be a problem in NE? I thougth he would accept his role on the team, and be happy finally? I thought the addition of Moss made them a Superbowl favorite and he would revert to Randy of 5 years ago... That's what I heard. The good Randy plays for the Pats. Maybe they just know that 31 teams would get the bad Randy and he'd clear waivers for the good Randy team. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatsFanCT Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 But waitaminute... I thought he was NOT going to be a problem in NE? I thougth he would accept his role on the team, and be happy finally? I thought the addition of Moss made them a Superbowl favorite and he would revert to Randy of 5 years ago... And you would have thought correct. Is there any evidence saying otherwise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holy Roller Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 Not to mention...this story cant make him happy. One would assume though if its being reported Moss has probably heard about it. I think they would of at least tried to trade him first to try and make up for the lost 4th...im sure the titans would be interested. But i'd have to say i'm not believing this one till it actually happens lol, seems pretty far fetched. Randy can't read much. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Holy Roller Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 HUGH bump for Wes Welker if true. HUGH bump for one of my favorite avators! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bill Swerski Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 Unless there have already been problems with him in the locker room that have been kept under wraps, I don't see this happening... yet. I'd be pretty surprised if he didn't make the final cut. After that, all bets are off. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egret Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 HUGH bump for one of my favorite avators! It's even better full size. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
squidofdoom Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 hopefully randy can suck it up(not being the main man)for the chance for a ring...i think he helps that road become a little easier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MikesMarauders Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 This is the problem with the internet anyone can post anything. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thews40 Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 Assume this was true and some other team picked him up. What would his potential value be on a new team? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doc Holliday Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 Not to mention...this story cant make him happy. One would assume though if its being reported Moss has probably heard about it. I think they would of at least tried to trade him first to try and make up for the lost 4th...im sure the titans would be interested. But i'd have to say i'm not believing this one till it actually happens lol, seems pretty far fetched. I call BS. This is the problem with the internet anyone can post anything. I agree with these. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
byron2112 Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 Randy Moss can kiss my a$$. Twice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TDFFFreak Posted September 1, 2007 Share Posted September 1, 2007 It's even better full size. What is that picture from? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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