Farewell BJGE.
Oh man, those tweets just make me sad. HATE to see this guy go. True Patriot-type player.
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Oh man, those tweets just make me sad. HATE to see this guy go. True Patriot-type player.
Fair enough, Supe, I'm not so particular about the individual player as I am about the specific skill set we need to fit into the mix. Barber doesn't suit you, fine, pick another. Just be sure you get me the guy who can pick up 3rd and 2, and punch the ball into the endzone from inside the 3 about 10 times a year.
BTW- I saw a number I saw recently, we all should remember when thinking about Benny. As our "lead" RB, last season, he only accounted for just 34% of our rushes last season, and under 4ypc. That's not a guy you pay more than what he got paid ($1.8MM) last season Nor should you pay that to the man who replaces him....unless he proves to be a lot better than that.
I find both of your choices to be unreasonable.
I expect us to sign a veteran at much less than what Bush got from Chicago.
I would not be surprised if Belichick selects another running back in the third or fourth round of the 2012 NFL Draft. Danny Woodhead will be an unrestricted free agent in 2013.As fans, we love hindsight. How smart was BB looking ahead and knowing BJGE would be a free agent and drafting 2 running backs. At the time of the draft, there was some pissing and moaning going on.
Not much quality left in the unrestricted free agent market except for either running backs on their last legs or running backs recovering from surgery.That's what I said I wanted if we go the FA route.
Reportedly, Patriots value BJGE around 2m-3m max..
Be interesting what the contract was from Bengals..
I'd be mad if the difference is 500k, and Patriots did not match... Look back
at the Ocho signing makes me even madder..
I kind of hope we pick up a good RB in the draft. I really wish we'd just kept BJGE though...
We have allegedly offered a 2nd round pick for Matt Forte, thats coming form a UK Bears fan...
8:39PMest:3/22/12:**UPDATED NFL RUMORS**Sources: Matt Forte is obviously unhappy with situation in Chicago -n- now 3 teams have emerged in "Exploratory" trade talks. Cleveland Browns have made contact with the Bears & are showing interest in the *Pro Bowl RB* (Forte), my source is saying interest is real high at this point. Also Patriots & Bucs have called about Matt today (Pats are willing to give up 2nd but not a 1st) - Bucs interest is not as much at this point, Tampa source is stating the call was just to see if Forte is available (Could get more involved later in the week) Bears are not asking for picks or players yet, but that could change before the week is over. In closing the Jets are not interested!
."Pats Nation: First, I would like to thank Mr. Kraft and his family for giving me an opportunity to live my dream," Green-Ellis wrote. "Many thanks to Coach Belichick and all the other coaches who help develop me in my career in New England."
"How many ways can I thank my dedicated fans for your heart felt love and support -THANK YOU," he continued. "Its been a blessing to be a Patriot. #MHK player."
Also on Thursday, Patriots owner Robert Kraft spoke highly on Green-Ellis, saying that he has a "deep personal affection" for the fifth-year running back
Not much quality left in the unrestricted free agent market except for either running backs on their last legs or running backs recovering from surgery.
We have allegedly offered a 2nd round pick for Matt Forte, thats coming form a UK Bears fan...