"Official" trade deadline countdown thread

[SHOWTIME15]

Sopuago made the most sense - ted washington 2.0

 

[qbno12]

Adam Schefter ?@AdamSchefter 1m
Sounds like New England close to trading for Eagles DT Isaac Sopoaga.

 

[Kdo5]

Some DT help...

I like a trade for a DT but what's the word on this guy?

 

[jimache]

Schefter says the Pats and Eagles are discussing a trade for Isaac Sip(yeah not trying to spell the rest) the DT.

please make it happen ... ray:

 

[patsinthesnow]

I like a trade for a DT but what's the word on this guy?

He was the starting NT on the 2011-2012 3-4 49er defenses.

 

[stevedogc]

I like a trade for a DT but what's the word on this guy?

Not to sure, other then he is signed up through 2015.

 

[supafly]

Some DT help...

I think we'll all take it. Can't hurt.

Typical Belichick signing. Low risk. Low cost. Older vet who isn't really a "name" at the moment.

 

[strngplyr]

He was the starting NT on the 2011-2012 3-4 49er defenses.

Would make some amount of sense, could be used in a Wilfork role as the big DT in 4 man base or NT in 3-4 (with Jones in a 2pt stance as the 4th man) front like we showed a few times against Miami.

 

[dannydyn]

Sorry if I sound like an idiot.... but I never heard of this Sopoaga...

Is he any good?

 

[Sticky Caulk]

This trade (if it happens) is as exciting as the Talib trade last season. Sopoaga is exactly what New England needs to improve the run defense.

 

[Kontradiction]

He was the starting NT on the 2011-2012 3-4 49er defenses.

Yep, and he's a very good run stopper. DT made the most sense. Still hoping for Nicks in the next 17 minutes but I'm not getting my hopes up.

 

[Patriot Missile]

Sopuago made the most sense - ted washington 2.0

Never mind 2.0 ill take 0.5 at this point.

 

[condon84]

Adam Schefter ?@AdamSchefter 1m
Sounds like New England close to trading for Eagles DT Isaac Sopoaga.

I hope this happens. Any DT help would be huge. He did his job well in San Fran. Haven't seen him much with the Eagles this year though.

 

[Ozymandias]

Scouting report for those unfamiliar with the ex-Niner:

Sopoaga is a strong, athletic run-stuffer. He has good size and quickness and some ability to rush the passer. At 6'2", 330 pounds, Sopoaga has the powerful frame and natural leverage to occupy double-teams and push the pocket.

He's exactly the kind of guy the run defense needs. Great trade.

 

[Kdo5]

More and more I hear it, the better I feel. Helping out the run defense is imperative. I guess the Pats have faith that our passing game will work out the kinks.

 

[patsinthesnow]

Sopoaga + pick for a higher pick

 

[qbno12]

Adam Schefter ?@AdamSchefter 19s
And as expected, Eagles traded DT Isaac Sopoaga and a pick to the Patriots for a higher pick.

 

[mgcolby]

please make it happen ... ray:

Schefter says it is done. Player and a pick going to NE and NE giving back a higher pick.

 

[livinginthe past]

It is done:

Adam Schefter ?@AdamSchefter 27s

And as expected, Eagles traded DT Isaac Sopoaga and a pick to the Patriots for a higher pick.

 

[dales804]

I like a trade for a DT but what's the word on this guy?

Big DT, drafted by SF in 2004. Played for them until this year when he signed with Philly. Has played at least 14 games every year, not counting this one, obviously. Does not have a career INT but does have 9 PD.