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(Message started by: StegRock on Jan 15^th, 2003, 3:49pm)

Title: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their services
Post by StegRock on Jan 15^th, 2003, 3:49pm

What do you guys think about all these rumors surrounding who will take over at quarterback in Dallas next season? First rumor had it that Testaverde might be brought in. Today the big news everywhere is that Aikman's name is being brought up by Jerry Jones and Aikman has reciprocated by showing interest. Here is a link to the relevant article up at ESPN.com:

http://espn.go.com/nfl/news/2003/0114/1492808.html.

Sounds like a lot of "if's" to me! But, what do you guys think are the chances of this going down? Also, do you think that an Aikman return might be conducive to Emmitt's remaining, at least for one more season while they groom a draft pick or something? What about the Testaverde factor? Inquiring minds want to know... from the great minds on "the Gridiron"! ;D

Edited to change subject line!

Title: Re: Aikman or Testaverde to Dallas!
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Jan 15^th, 2003, 4:01pm

I think the chances of Aikman coming to the Dallas Cowboys are slim. I remember him being interviewed, and he clearly stated that he had absolutely no reason to return to football. Aikman is a man of his word, I doubt he'll go back on it. I'll eat my own shit if he does come back... [smiley=shiteatingrin.gif]

Title: Re: Aikman or Testaverde to Dallas!
Post by Walker_Boh on Jan 15^th, 2003, 4:51pm

Hearing what they have to say and actually doing it are 2 different things. Just a couple weeks ago he was broadcasting a game and said that he was done with football. With all that he's accomplised and his problem with [smiley=takinyours.gif], I can't see him making a comeback, nor do I want to see it. Aikman is long gone. [smiley=wave.gif]

Title: Re: Aikman or Testaverde to Dallas!
Post by DirkDiggler on Jan 15^th, 2003, 5:29pm

Blah Blah Blah...............

Barry Sanders will be there running back and Ron Jaworski will be there QB.

I really do believe Chad Hutchinson will be there opening day QB. I do believe they will bring in some one to challenge him though. Maybe Charlie Batch or Kordell Stewart.

Title: Re: Aikman or Testaverde to Dallas!
Post by BarnabyWilde on Jan 15^th, 2003, 6:21pm

I can see Kordell in Dallas next year. I like Hutchinson, he'll be good in a couple of years. They need to bring a veteran just in case. Wonder if they are interested in Plummer or Greise??

Title: Re: Aikman or Testaverde to Dallas!
Post by Jetdoc on Jan 16^th, 2003, 6:45pm

I can see Testicleverde going to the Cowboys...Vinny was the Tuna's man, and he might still have some faith in the ever incompetent one. Will he be their starter? Probably not, but he might make a good bench coach for young Hutchinson.

The Jets would LOVE the cap relief as well.

Title: Re: Aikman or Testaverde to Dallas!
Post by StegRock on Jan 16^th, 2003, 7:29pm

on 01/16/03 at 18:45:49, Jetdoc wrote:

Well, that would be conventional thinking. However, according to these gems off "the Gridiron Newsstand", the Jets are not going to let Testaverde out of his contract, at least not without a fight:

http://www.newsday.com/sports/football/jets/ny-jets153089307jan15,0,2091481.story?coll=ny%2Djets%2Dheadlines;

http://www.nj.com/jets/ledger/index.ssf?/base/sports-0/1042702225216900.xml;

http://www.silive.com/jets/advance/index.ssf?/base/Sports/104255555516100.xml.

[smiley=hmmmm.gif]

Title: Re: Aikman or Testaverde to Dallas!
Post by StegRock on Jan 17^th, 2003, 12:03am

on 01/15/03 at 18:21:35, BarnabyWilde wrote:

Wonder if they are interested in Plummer or Greise??

I know I heard that Bill Parcells has expressed a lot of admiration for Jake Plummer in the studio. That would be intriguing, as would Griese, I suppose. I think they are both in DIRE NEED of a fresh start. But, I haven't heard about any talk of Griese to Dallas. I have heard that he could go to Miami (at first) acting as a backup to Jay Fiedler. I don't know if that is the fresh start the psychiatrist ordered for the Grieser, though. He thought it was difficult having to follow Elway. How about having to play in your hometown where your father was the starting quarterback of the only team to go undefeated in NFL history? Talk about jumping from the frying pan into the fire. [smiley=nervous.gif] YYYYYYYOUCH! [smiley=gettinhammered.gif] I think he should avoid Miami like the plague, but I also believe he must get out of Denver if he wants any chance of salvaging his career. Chicago or Dallas would be a good fit for him and with that said, though I do not think Plummer's situation is as precarious as Griese's as he really did not get a fair shake this year with all the injuries to the Arizona wideouts, I like the idea of Plummer in Denver. While people drew (false) comparisons between Plummer and Montana ::) , Plummer always reminded me of a mini-Elway and I always felt that the Broncos should have gone out of their way to draft him back in '97. If he had been groomed under/by Elway, especially during the 1997-98 Super Bowl runs where he would have been part of a winning tradition and where he would have been confronted with the pressure which he thrives on, we might just be seeing a very different Jake Plummer right now and a more stable and better Broncos team. It would have been like Dr. Evil and Mini-me. I know you'll like that allusion, FourTwoOh! :D And, I will be interested to see how my fellow Bronco-lover, Walker_Boh, will respond... [smiley=wiseguy.gif]

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by Walker_Boh on Jan 17^th, 2003, 1:01am

No doubt about it, Griese needs to go.[smiley=dejected.gif] It seems like only yesterday he was top rated passer in the NFL.??? He showed the kind of heart and determination that Bronco fans demand when he came back to beat the Raiders on that Monday night in Mile High. His shoulder was separated in the first half and he came back to lead his team to victory. That was a great game and a big statement from Griese. Ah, the memories... What happened to that guy? Now were stuck with a guy that curled up like an embryo and threw the ball up for grabs to avoid a big hit.[smiley=doh.gif] (one of my most embarrassing moments as a Bronco-Backer). I was Griese's biggest fan, but I was wrong and it's time for change. I would LOVE to see Jake the Snake don a Broncos uni. I've always enjoyed watching him play and I think it would be a big step in the right direction.

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by ugley on Jan 17^th, 2003, 2:52pm

:(count me in on the Grieser has to go Band Wagon. He broke my fantasy football back 2 years in a row. I had high hopes for him but [smiley=doseofreality.gif] set in. Last I heard Vinny is not going any where and I doubt he would last a quarter behind Dallas O-line any way. He was never a mobile qb. and he is not getting any younger. It would be interesting to see how Jake could do in Dallas in a year or so. "Thats all I have to say about that" [smiley=spkenny.gif]

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by Philly on Jan 17^th, 2003, 3:15pm

Looking at it from the Eagles point of view -- as I am wont to do at times -- I would love to see Vinny reunite with the Tuna. I'm sure the Eagles D would be licking their chops (2x a year) to have a shot at another immobile QB.

[smiley=hellyeafunny.gif]

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by StegRock on Jan 28^th, 2003, 1:24pm

on 01/17/03 at 00:03:47, StegRock wrote:

I know I heard that Bill Parcells has expressed a lot of admiration for Jake Plummer in the studio. That would be intriguing, as would Griese, I suppose. I think they are both in DIRE NEED of a fresh start... Chicago or Dallas would be a good fit for him (Griese) and with that said, though I do not think Plummer's situation is as precarious as Griese's as he really did not get a fair shake this year with all the injuries to the Arizona wideouts, I like the idea of Plummer in Denver. While people drew (false) comparisons between Plummer and Montana ::) , Plummer always reminded me of a mini-Elway and I always felt that the Broncos should have gone out of their way to draft him back in '97. If he had been groomed under/by Elway, especially during the 1997-98 Super Bowl runs where he would have been part of a winning tradition and where he would have been confronted with the pressure which he thrives on, we might just be seeing a very different Jake Plummer right now and a more stable and better Broncos team. It would have been like Dr. Evil and Mini-me.

HOT off "the Gridiron Newsstand":
http://www.denverpost.com/Stories/0,1413,36%257E86%257E1140510%257E,00.html

The "Snake" is on the radar in Denver! [smiley=thumbsup.gif]

How come I never see GM openings in my local classifieds? :sheesh: [smiley=annoyed.gif] ::) [smiley=no.gif] ;)

I wonder if they referenced "the Gridiron" in their research! [smiley=swollenhead.gif] ;) I'll never know! ??? :'( ;)

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by Walker Boh on Jan 28^th, 2003, 2:15pm

This is GREAT news! [smiley=havinablast.gif]

My fingers are crossed.

Title: Re: Aikman or Testaverde to Dallas!
Post by Jetdoc on Jan 28^th, 2003, 4:24pm

on 01/16/03 at 19:29:09, StegRock wrote:

Well, that would be conventional thinking. However, according to these gems off "the Gridiron Newsstand", the Jets are not going to let Testaverde out of his contract, at least not without a fight.

This is positioning, pure and simple. The Jets have him under contract and they are going to use that to their advantage if anyone wants him. They are simply posturing to make sure that other teams realize that they view him as a "valuable commodity" that deserves compensation (and not just a simple cut).

Whether any other team will offer much of anything for him, who knows. Hell, Herm Edwards "misspoke" by saying that the Jets "wouldn't stand in his way". I think that tipped the Jets' hand and kind of pissed off the GM in the process...

Either that, or I have a tainted J-E-T opinion... [smiley=alcoholic.gif]

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Jan 28^th, 2003, 8:55pm

Let's say Jake Plummer does go to Denver. Does anyone else but myself salivate at the thought of what a steal Plummer could be in a draft?

Plummer has shown a few signs of brilliance with an Arizona team not much better then the Bengals organization. He's not that old 27-29ish, which is pretty "young" with all the "old" pro-bowl QBs out there... Garcia, Gannon, Johnson, etc.

Anyways, in Denver he has an already established o-line. No doubt the o-line in Arizona next year may be tops in the league, but, they're still young. He has a running game in Denver, which in Arizona, seems to have been non-existent for quite some time. He has more then just one target to throw to. Rod Smith, Ed McCaffrey, Sharpe(If he doesn't retire). He also has a solid defense that doesn't allow 20+ points a game, so he won't have to ALWAYS carry his team on his shoulders for a victory like he did in Arizona.

All I'm saying is, this guy could be a gem in a 9th-10th round snag, if he goes to Denver, but, if there are more people out there who think the way I do, he may even go earlier then that...

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by StegRock on Jan 30^th, 2003, 5:42pm

Jetdoc, I agree with your assessment of the Testaverde situation.

KJ 76, I obviously agree with your take on Jake Plummer's (fantasy) "potential" as a real "sleeper/diamond in the rough" if he goes to Denver.

Lastly, from "the Gridiron Newsstand", the headline at the Dallas News reads "Aikman rules out comeback with Cowboys"... "...with the Cowboys" [smiley=hmmmm.gif] ... eh, nothing to it! Anyway, that pretty much says it all and I don't feel like signing up for the Dallas News, so here is a link to the Dallas Cowboys introductory page there where you can see the headline, but you'll have to sign up to read the article:

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/football/.

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by StegRock on Jan 31^st, 2003, 12:57pm

on 01/30/03 at 17:42:57, StegRock wrote:

...from "the Gridiron Newsstand", the headline at the Dallas News reads "Aikman rules out comeback with Cowboys"... "...with the Cowboys" [smiley=hmmmm.gif] ... eh, nothing to it!

Hmmmm... maybe there was something to my "'...with the Cowboys' [smiley=hmmmm.gif] (hmmmm-smiley)" comment! Take a look-see at what KFFL recently posted:

Cowboys | Aikman Not Planning Cowboy Comeback - posted at KFFL (http://nfl.kffl.com)
18:48 PT: The Dallas Morning News reports former Dallas Cowboys QB Troy Aikman confirmed he's not interested in making a comeback with the team. Aikman was in attendance at a Winston Cup event and spoke with the media. "The speculation about me, you can speculate about some other clubs, even as remote as that may be, but me playing for the Dallas Cowboys is not going to happen," he said. "If I don't come back this offseason, I will be done. But I don't anticipate playing."

Again, I don't think Aikman's going anywhere. But, it was kind of cool knowing that my instincts were good enough to pick up on a small (implicit) detail like that gleaned from such little information and know to run with it just a tad.
[smiley=swollenhead.gif]

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by StegRock on Feb 6^th, 2003, 1:52pm

The following is a great piece discussing the rocky road and current options of free-agent-to-be QB Jake Plummer. It brings up that it is not completely out of the realm of possibility that he remain a Cardinal, but also makes it VERY clear that Denver probably would be the best destination for him and that the Cowboys will probably put up the strongest fight and, thus, represent the biggest challenge to the Broncos. Without further ado, here's a link to the article:

http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/inside_game/don_banks/news/2003/02/05/plummer_insider/.

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by BarnabyWilde on Feb 6^th, 2003, 7:40pm

Here is my 2 cents:

Troy: Stays retired
Vinny: Stays a Jet
Brian: Either becomes a Cardinal or Cowboy
Jake: Becomes the Broncos starter

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by StegRock on Feb 7^th, 2003, 1:33am

on 02/06/03 at 19:40:40, BarnabyWilde wrote:

Here is my 2 cents:

Troy: Stays retired
Vinny: Stays a Jet
Brian: Either becomes a Cardinal or Cowboy
Jake: Becomes the Broncos starter

Agreed, except...

Griese goes, as a backup or starter, to one of the following three: the Cowboys, Bears or Dolphins. I know the Bears have said that they like Kordell, but I think Griese fits their offense better if they just step back and think about it. Also, though I would like to, you cannot just tacitly ignore the rumors coming out of Miami that they are not, no are, no won't be, well could be, actually might be, interested in bringing Griese in. For better or for worse, his father was a legend there and has at least some influence; Jay Fiedler has still not proven he is the answer, and, for whatever it is worth, I think Griese fits a Norv Turner-style offense quite well, better than Fiedler perhaps. Truth be said, heretofore, I have heard nothing of any interest in Griese on the part of the Cowboys or Parcells. Regarding the Cardinals, his agent will make sure to steer him away from Arizona like it is the plague and, in any case, they are not going to be willing to pay Brian the kind of money he will command.

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by DirkDiggler on Feb 7^th, 2003, 11:33am

SO, since it seems to be the conclussion that Jake is gone from Arizona, does anyone have any idea WHO IS GOING TO QB IN ARIZONA?? Are they going to turn the reigns over to Josh McCown? Wouldn't Griese be a good fit? Or even Kordell?? Or my personal favorite, Jeff Blake.

Kordell could run for his life, could be cheap, and with his arm strength he could bomb it to David Boston(who will be franchised) every play.

McCown has a lot of potential, but no way I would turn the team over to him already.

Griese is a steady player. But I don't think the cards would ante up for him when they can keep McCown for FREE and Griese tends to lose games instead of win them with his play.

Blake can scramble, has a strong arm, relatively cheap, and gives you solid play every game. I would love to see Blake sign in Arizona.

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by StegRock on Feb 8^th, 2003, 2:04am

on 02/07/03 at 11:33:30, DirkDiggler wrote:

As I stated above, I don't think there is any way Griese ends up in Arizona. I like your idea about Blake, but I think the Ravens will retain him, and, moreover, to be quite frank, from a fantasy perspective, I don't think it matters who becomes the QB for the Cardinals. Whoever it ends up being is probably going to have a rough time and definitely will not be able to be counted on as a week-in-week-out starter, at least not going into the season, if at all.

Title: Re: Dallas-Denver... Troy, Vinny, Brian, Jake...
Post by StegRock on Feb 8^th, 2003, 2:10am

Well, it's official! QB Jake Plummer has received a contract offer from the Cardinals that he cannot NOT refuse! Here is the lowdown HOT off "the Gridiron Newstand" and from ESPN.com:

The long -
http://espn.go.com/nfl/news/1999/0906/41369.html;

The short -
http://eastvalleytribune.com/index.php?sty=392;

And... the long and the short of it -
http://www.azcentral.com/sports/cardinals/0207plummer-ON.html.

The latter two articles coming out of the local dailies and gotten via "the Gridiron Newsstand" also contain information regarding how the Cardinals will likely "treat" (in both senses of the word) WR David Boston.

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by StegRock on Feb 14^th, 2003, 6:57pm

Ripped right off "the Gridiron Newsstand" - Stewart to be looking in from the outside while Blake as well as Redman likely return to the Ravens:

http://www.sunspot.net/sports/football/bal-sp.ravens14feb14,0,2779156.story?coll=bal%2Dsports%2Dfootball

And, by the way, that "sleeper" smiley up there is not indicating that this is a boring issue, rather it is there to point out that I really like the Blake-Redman tandem and think they are big-time "sleepers" for next season. Billick is known for developing QB's and VERY successful QB-friendly offenses. I, for one, thought Redman was slowly improving and showing signs that he could be their QB of the future. Meanwhile, Blake did an awesome job filling in. I think Blake should start the year out, which would allow Redman to continue to take notes from the sidelines. As far as their tools, WR Travis Taylor and TE Todd Heap really turned it on and RB Jamal Lewis is a bona fide stud. I also think that WR Ron Johnson will show up sooner or later. I see it all as a REALLY GREAT OFFENSE in the making.

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by StegRock on Feb 23^rd, 2003, 6:28pm

Kordell, a consideration to become the starter in Carolina!? They seem to know that Peete is not a long-term solution and Kordell is lookin' to start. Could be a good marriage. Peete could act as an ideal mentor to Stewart as their games are somewhat similarish. Here is the lowdown from "the Gridiron Newsstand":

http://www.gastongazette.com/Portal/ASP/sports/panthers/PanthersDisplay.asp?ID=251.

It is made clear, though, that the Panthers are not expected to overpay for Stewart. So, if a bidding war comes about...

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by StegRock on Feb 25^th, 2003, 12:56am

Word out of Dallas now is that they may be looking at Jake Delhomme to provide Chad Hutchinson, who apparently will get an opportunity to start, with some competition during training camp. I kind of like that move. I think Delhomme is very underrated and could be quite effective if given the chance. It has also been said that Parcells really does want Vinny Testaverde a lot, but the Jets don't seem to want to part ways with Vinny. Also, Quincy Carter is not out of the mix. He is seen as a slightly less consistent Jake Plummer, who may be less in the mix than we were all lead to believe. Here is the corroboration from "the Gridiron Newsstand":

http://www.dallasnews.com/sports/football/.

The headline is there, but unfortunately you have to sign up to view the article, a practice of a few newspapers that I cannot understand, by the way.

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by StegRock on Feb 25^th, 2003, 3:02pm

HOT off "the Gridiron Newsstand", it is looking like the Baltimore Ravens are going to let QB Jeff Blake test the free-agent market despite the fact that they allegedly want him back. I guess they don't fear his value on the open waters. Also, Kordell Stewart is not completely out of the picture as had been speculated. He is considered somewhat of a "Plan B." It has come out, though, that they are very interested in Jake Delhomme, who I believe to be one of the most underrated QB's available. The assertion of Delhomme's "not being a playa'" who should comfy up with his clipboard was started by the bright, forward-looking minds of Fanball.com when they trash-talked him earlier in the month. The Ravens are also taking a wait-and-see approach with QB's Kurt Warner and Mark Brunell, who they covet, but state that they have no interest in QB's Jake Plummer or Brian Griese, who they consider to be overrated. Here is the whole piece:

http://www.sunspot.net/sports/football/bal-ravens0225,0,426582.story?coll=bal%2Dsports%2Dfootball.

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by StegRock on Feb 26^th, 2003, 1:52pm

Brought to you by way of "the Gridiron Newsstand", the Panthers are planning to bring in 28-year-old QB Jake Delhomme for a look-see and a little chatski regardless of whether they re-sign Peete or not. It's a short article, so I'll just let you guys see for yourselves:

http://www.gastongazette.com/Portal/ASP/sports/panthers/PanthersDisplay.asp?ID=255.

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by StegRock on Feb 28^th, 2003, 6:09pm

Well, since I am one of our two "de facto" Broncos correspondents here on "the Gridiron", I am going to give you all the latest on the Broncos' wooing of free-agent QB Jake Plummer. This is some REALLY good stuff, especially the piece in the Denver Post, HOT off "the Gridiron Newsstand":

http://www.denverpost.com/Stories/0,1413,36%257E86%257E1210453%257E,00.html;

http://www.rockymountainnews.com/drmn/broncos/article/0,1299,DRMN_17_1777397,00.html.

The first article gives you more of the lowdown while the piece from the Rocky Mountain News gives you the nuts and bolts of the situation.

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by StegRock on Mar 4^th, 2003, 12:19pm

Well, Jake did make it out of Denver "a free man" and to Chicago where he can explore his options. I will tell you right now if Plummer does not see that Denver is a way better option for him than Chicago, then he deserves the turn, or should I say spin or spiral [smiley=downthetubes.gif] , his career will take! I have no problem with his following through on making visits and leaving no stone unturned. This is a unique time in his career for him to be able to do so. HOWEVER, I did not like that I heard that he appeared "irritated" about its seeming that his going to Denver was a done deal. That's kind of slap in the face in the sense that that feeling is mainly just a product of Denver's exuberance to sign him (for better or for worse). I hope he is not getting a big head because he is getting all this attention. Playing for the dreaded Cardinals notwithstanding, the guy's got A LOT TO PROOVE. He's lucky the free-agent market is as thin as it is. Anyway, here is the source material from "the Gridiron Newsstand":

http://www.suntimes.com/output/bears/cst-spt-bear04.html.

Look I love the guy, but I am disappointed to hear about this "irritation" of his. :-/

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by StegRock on Mar 4^th, 2003, 10:57pm

Dudes, what is Jake thinkin'? Is this just posturing or, as a Bronco fan and Plummer owner, do I have something to worry about here? Here is the source HOT off "the Gridiron Newsstand":

http://www.chicagobears.com/news/index.cfm?cont_id=167127&right_include=/includes/dsp_bearsnews_module.cfm&include=&show_headline=true&this_month=3&nav_key=nws&subnav_key=na.

"It would be nice to get this done while I'm still here (in Chicago)!" [smiley=doseofreality.gif] OUCH! [smiley=gonecrazy.gif]

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by Walker Boh on Mar 5^th, 2003, 12:51am

on 03/04/03 at 22:57:48, StegRock wrote:

"It would be nice to get this done while I'm still here (in Chicago)!" [smiley=doseofreality.gif] OUCH! [smiley=gonecrazy.gif]

I think what he's trying to say is he hopes to come to a decision as soon as possible... As far as it being "a two horse race now", I don't buy it. Denver is clearly the best place for him and he's just saying what he's supposed to say. Right guys? Right? [smiley=nervous.gif]

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by Shaggy 420 on Mar 5^th, 2003, 1:49pm

Devil's advocate. Can't blame Plummer for turning the tables on Bronco management. Appears to be playing the same game the tried with him. Bronco's "leaked" their interest in Jake for a reason. A good reason at that. But no way I'm convinced it wasn't specifically to try and persuade other teams off of him. Good business on the Bronco's front office, but you canhardly blame someone for not feeling flattered that you are in effect lowering his potential earnings.

btw...as a [smiley=chief.gif], my self and most of my football friends hope you do get Plummer. The odds of supporting cast being the only reason for Jakes mediocre career are not real high in our eyes. Cut Griese and sign an older version. Ya we love it! :P

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________!

{leaving room for you all to insert your "snake bit" jokes if he signs and becomes what many think he may. ;)

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by StegRock on Mar 5^th, 2003, 2:25pm

JAKE SIGNS!

Delhomme that is... with the Carolina Panthers! Rodney Peete is also expected to be brought back into the fold, probably today. Peete would go into camp as the starter while Delhomme would provide him competition and be tagged their "quarterback of the future". Here is ALL the LATEST straight off "the Gridiron Newsstand":

http://www.charlotte.com/mld/charlotte/sports/football/nfl/carolina_panthers/5321953.htm;

http://www.charlotte.com/mld/charlotte/sports/football/nfl/carolina_panthers/5317870.htm;

http://www.gastongazette.com/Portal/ASP/sports/panthers/PanthersDisplay.asp?ID=263;

http://www.journalnow.com/wsj/sports/football/MGBPH75TWCD.html.

Wonder where this puts Weinke and Fasani... literally?

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by StegRock on Mar 5^th, 2003, 2:51pm

Well, here is what "the Gridiron Newsstand" has to offer up regarding the Bears pursuit of a starting quarterback, including their battle with the Broncos over Plummer:

This article gives the "nuts and bolts" of what Jake has on the table from both the Bears and Broncos -
http://www.suntimes.com/output/bears/cst-spt-bear05.html;

This is a nice opinion piece about why neither Plummer or Stewart make a good fit in Chicago -
http://www.suntimes.com/output/telander/cst-spt-rick05.html;

This piece covers the aforementioned, but ALSO brings up the possibility of Jeff Blake's going to Chicago; after all he does sport the best stats of the three -
http://www.dailysouthtown.com/southtown/dssports/pro/051sd2.htm.

Any takes, fellas?

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by StegRock on Mar 6^th, 2003, 9:25pm

Well, it looks like the separation of Jeff Blake and the Ravens has regretfully turned into a full-blown and nasty divorce. Here is what ESPN is reporting:

http://espn.go.com/nfl/columns/pasquarelli_len/1518941.html.

At this point, I hope Chicago jumps on him.

Title: Re: Free-agent QB's & Teams in need of their servi
Post by Keyshawn Johnson 76yards on Mar 6^th, 2003, 9:59pm

If Chicago does nail Blake, then this definently means Kordell is heading to Arizona, and Emmit may join 'em.