Rectum Fire Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 Reports from St. Paul MN are that, although nothing can be done officially until next week, Randy Moss has been traded to Oakland for their 1st rounder (#7 overall) and a defensive starter, beleived to be LB Nap. Harrison. Source: pioneerpress.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSab Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 Reports from St. Paul MN are that, although nothing can be done officially until next week, Randy Moss has been traded to Oakland for their 1st rounder (#7 overall) and a defensive starter, beleived to be LB Nap. Harrison. Source: pioneerpress.com 709085[/snapback] No way, The Raiders Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumpin Johnies Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 Reports from St. Paul MN are that, although nothing can be done officially until next week, Randy Moss has been traded to Oakland for their 1st rounder (#7 overall) and a defensive starter, beleived to be LB Nap. Harrison. Source: pioneerpress.com 709085[/snapback] Thanks Rectum Fire. Are you a fagg or something? Not that there's anything wrong with that, but your username makes me curious. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Sores Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 and a 7th rounder. According to Profootballtalk.com as of yesterday. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 This was reported this morning on ESPN, but it said that Moss had said no. He only wanted the Ravens or Falcons. What changed? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 (edited) Although NFL trades cannot become official until next month, the Vikings have agreed to trade Moss to the Oakland Raiders for the seventh overall pick in the upcoming draft and a defensive starter, believed to be linebacker Napoleon Harris. "Nothing is official until March 2," agent Dante DiTrapano told the Pioneer Press Wednesday. "But don't be surprised if Randy Moss is wearing the Silver and Black this upcoming season." Despite repeated denials, the Vikings have been shopping Moss for months, and they found a willing suitor in Al Davis, a maverick owner who embraces controversial players. "In speaking with Moss, although he has a lot of ties to Minnesota and did not particularly want to be traded, he’s very excited with the possibility of playing for Al Davis and being a part of the Raider tradition," DiTrapano said. "The Raiders have vowed to use Randy’s talents the way they should be used, and that’s to throw the ball vertically down the field. "Randy's desire to win a Super Bowl is enhanced with a move to a team like the Raiders, because the Minnesota Vikings seem to be in a constant rebuilding mode." The Vikings will wind up with the seventh overall pick for the third time in the last four years. In 2002, they drafted left tackle Bryant McKinnie, a starter. Two years ago, they had the seventh pick but a botched trade with Baltimore resulted in them picking two spots later. Still, they landed the player they coveted, defensive tackle Kevin Williams, who has emerged into a Pro Bowl player. The Vikings have the 18th pick in this year’s draft. With the departure of Moss, the Vikings' top receiver is third-year receiver Nate Burleson. But the Vikings are expected to bolster that group via the draft or free agency. With a weak free agent class headlined by Pittsburgh's Plaxico Burress, the Vikings’ options could increase with potential salary cap casualties such as Isaac Bruce, Muhsin Muhammad and Derrick Mason. The NFL Draft in April also offers two promising players, Michigan's Braylon Edwards and Southern Cal's Mike Williams. Harris was selected by the Raiders with the 23rd pick in the 2002 NFL Draft, and he has recorded 249 tackles, 2.5 sacks, three forced fumbles, and five passes defended over the past three seasons. He is 6-foot-2, 255 pounds, and he can play inside and outside. The Raiders will assume Moss' $7.25 million base salary for next season while the Vikings realize a cap savings of nearly $2 million. Four seasons remain on Moss’ eight-year $75 million contract. link Edited February 23, 2005 by CaptainHook Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yo mama Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 (edited) <bumping Kerry Collins up in rankings a notch> Edited February 23, 2005 by yo mama Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yukon Cornelius Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 <bumping Kerry Collins up in rankings a notch> 709110[/snapback] no *** if that happens collins will be one happy man... throw it as far as you can kerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yo mama Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 no *** if that happens collins will be one happy man... throw it as far as you can kerry 709115[/snapback] Having Porter and *hopefully* a healthy Ronald Curry would really open up the passing attack. If they could then grab someone like Travis Henry, the Raiders would be set on offense. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MORNINWOOD Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 <bumping Kerry Collins up in rankings a notch> 709110[/snapback] Yes, but how does this effect Porter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemonKnight Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 What does this do to Porters value? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DemonKnight Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 Yes, but how does this effect Porter? 709120[/snapback] JINX! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fatman Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 What does this do to Porters value? 709121[/snapback] What about the really important question...who wears 84? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yo mama Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 (edited) Yes, but how does this effect Porter? 709120[/snapback] I think it helps Porter a lot. He'll play against fewer double-teams. Speaking of rankings boosts, paging Mr. Burleson, Mr. third-year WR Nate Burleson... Edited February 23, 2005 by yo mama Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSab Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 With Porter and Moss, Kerry should be happy guy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CaptainHook Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 *hopefully* a healthy Ronald Curry709118[/snapback] I think you're dreaming if you think Ronald Curry recovers from his Achilles injury. It basically ended the career of Pro Bowl LB Abdullah of the Browns. And do you remember how Marino limped around after his? And it takes a full year of rehab. Curry hurt his late in the year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avernus Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 I think it helps Porter a lot. He'll play against fewer double-teams. Speaking of rankings boosts, paging Mr. Burleson, Mr. third-year WR Nate Burleson... 709128[/snapback] expect the RB enigma to catch alot of passes out the backfield... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yo mama Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 I think you're dreaming if you think Ronald Curry recovers from his Achilles injury. 709133[/snapback] I can dream, can't I? Besides, even if Curry isn't good to go, Doug Gabriel would be more than sufficient as a #3 WR in a passing attack that included Collins, Moss, and Porter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rajncajn Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 Having Porter and *hopefully* a healthy Ronald Curry would really open up the passing attack. If they could then grab someone like Travis Henry, the Raiders would be set on offense. 709118[/snapback] Yeah, but losing Napoleon Harris they will be *** on defense. Then again I've always been a Harris fan. It would definately be a good thing for Harris owners in IDP leagues & great for the Vikes LB corp. My question now is who would get bumped from the current starting group or wuould they move to a 3-4 with Udeze, Williams & Mixon/Scott manning the line? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skrappy1 Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 <bumping Kerry Collins up in rankings a notch> If they could then grab someone like Travis Henry, the Raiders would be set on offense. I think it helps Porter a lot. He'll play against fewer double-teams. 709128[/snapback] Very suprised it was the Raiders instead of a team that was absolutely desperate for WR help (Jets, Ravens, Giants). I agree completely with you though Mama, this should definitely increase the value of both Collins and Porter. I still think that the Raiders will sign Lamont Jordan at RB though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Avernus Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 Very suprised it was the Raiders instead of a team that was absolutely desperate for WR help (Jets, Ravens, Giants). I agree completely with you though Mama, this should definitely increase the value of both Collins and Porter. I still think that the Raiders will sign Lamont Jordan at RB though. 709152[/snapback] I really hope Eagles sign Jordan.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yo mama Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 (edited) Yeah, but losing Napoleon Harris they will be *** on defense. 709148[/snapback] Woah, time out Rajn. As it was, Oakland's DEF allowed the second most points per game last year (27.6), allowed the third most yards per game (371), had the second fewest takeaways on DEF (18), had the worst 3rd down percentage on DEF (47.4%), allowed the most first downs per game (22.9), and had the second fewest sacks (25). I'm not sure Oakland's DEF could get any worse. I'll take Moss in exchange for some picks and a loss on DEF that probalby can't make things a much worse. Edited February 23, 2005 by yo mama Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BillyBalata Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 Ok....let's keep some things in perspective here. It''s the Pioneer Press that is reporting this. Any other outlets reporting it are all quoting this is from the Pioneer Press. Not sure if any more needs to be said about this being a Pioneer Press story....but it should also be pointed out that they got the story from Randy's agent who said " Don't be surprised if Randy is a Raider next season" Napolean Harris? :hoppingmad: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jumpin Johnies Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 Ok....let's keep some things in perspective here. It''s the Pioneer Press that is reporting this. Any other outlets reporting it are all quoting this is from the Pioneer Press. Not sure if any more needs to be said about this being a Pioneer Press story....but it should also be pointed out that they got the story from Randy's agent who said " Don't be surprised if Randy is a Raider next season" Napolean Harris? :hoppingmad: 709166[/snapback] I guess you're not thrilled by this news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerz Posted February 23, 2005 Share Posted February 23, 2005 This was reported this morning on ESPN, but it said that Moss had said no. He only wanted the Ravens or Falcons. What changed? 709094[/snapback] Can Moss veto any trade he doesn't like? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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