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Old 02-18-2008, 06:13 PM   #1
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Default Schefter: Pats made offer to Zach Thomas on Monday [mergedx2]

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The Patriots offered a contract to former Dolphins linebacker Zach Thomas on Monday, reports NFL Network's Adam Schefter.

Thomas and his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, visited New England on Monday and will continue negotiations with the team. Thomas is scheduled to visit with the New Orleans Saints on Tuesday.

The Dallas Cowboys, Houston Texans, Denver Broncos, Buffalo Bills and New York Jets are also interested in bringing Thomas in for a visit.
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Old 02-18-2008, 06:18 PM   #2
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Well that's a good start! Now if we can keep him from getting on that plane to New Orleans!!

Never hurts to have another locker room leader and (Even at his age) tackle machine.

I would love this move.
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Unfortunately, the only reason an agent leaks information about an offer being made after a visit - and before subsequent visits - is when they're trying to drive the price up.

I much prefer situations where guys who want to be a Patriot visit, get a fair offer, and accept it, and cancel their remaining visits.

This report suggests to me that Thomas is looking for the highest bid for services, and generally I expect the Patriots aren't going to win that war.
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might work.....
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If he gets on a plane and schedules other visits, you can bet he won't be playing for New England. Seau might wonder why he played for $1 million if Zach gets offered a lot more.
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Unfortunately, the only reason an agent leaks information about an offer being made after a visit - and before subsequent visits - is when they're trying to drive the price up.

I much prefer situations where guys who want to be a Patriot visit, get a fair offer, and accept it, and cancel their remaining visits.

This report suggests to me that Thomas is looking for the highest bid for services, and generally I expect the Patriots aren't going to win that war.
like when adalius didnt visit san fran
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Has he left yet?? maybe there can be an airport delay....I do agree if a deal is NOT finalized, he may land somewhere else..
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this is what they said. Go to the other teams and tell us what they are offering, divide that by PI, then take the logarithm of the result. We will give you that and you will like it. KthxBye
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it might not necessarily be about money if he leaves. maybe the patriots have told him he will have a limited role. he might talk with other teams to see what role they are offering. if he leaves, it doesnt automatically mean he wants more money
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If he gets on a plane and schedules other visits, you can bet he won't be playing for New England.
That's what everyone said last year about Stallworth - who has/had the same agent as Thomas. He left NE and eventually signed here.
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