2023 Free agency and trade thread

[fightinfunbags]

It is tough to gauge. They completely changed the defense while he was recovering from the nerve injury. So it could be a case that he is just no longer a scheme fit instead of not having it anymore. He is still only 28.

Eagles lost a starting LB yesterday to a hamstring issue. They just need bodies at the position at this point. Looks like he visits the Cowboys tomorrow. It’s likely Eagles vs Cowboys for the right to sign him.

 

[PDay8810]

run defense help needed in the NFC East

 

[shopson67]

Often overlooked by the stat mongers.

Niners used to have a DT that was never talked about, but to me was the key to the Niners always winning the trenches. His name. Justin Smith. The guy was a straight stud, that was underappreciated.

DTs are often overlooked via stats. Much of their value is absorbing blocks to free up LBs.

 

[jarntt]

People were assuming Philly opened up a roster spot for Leonard. Seems more likely it was for Ertz?

Cardinals are releasing Zach Ertz per request: Landing spots

The Cardinals Zach Ertz requested the team release him to sign with a contender. The team has agreed to these demands.

nflrums.com

 

[jarntt]

 

[jarntt]

It will be interesting if yesterday's game leads Howie to up the ante for Leonard. Cowboys desperately need a LB, but Philly needs one even more...

 

[fightinfunbags]

It will be interesting if yesterday's game leads Howie to up the ante for Leonard. Cowboys desperately need a LB, but Philly needs one even more...

Eagles can’t offer any more in the way of money. All they can offer is reps. He is likely a starter immediately in Philly. I haven’t followed the Cowboys situation at LB closely. They may be able to offer a similar circumstance with reps.

 

[jarntt]

Eagles can’t offer any more in the way of money. All they can offer is reps. He is likely a starter immediately in Philly. I haven’t followed the Cowboys situation at LB closely. They may be able to offer a similar circumstance with reps.

Sure they can. 2023 salary doesn't mean much to Leonard because Indy owes him that money that no team will pay over. What he makes from another team this year comes off of what Indy pays him. I think he is looking at a 2 or 3 year deal. I doubt he gets a 3 year deal but I suspect he may get a 2 year deal with a little SB or maybe if no SB, a portion of his 2024 salary guaranteed

 

[fightinfunbags]

Sure they can. 2023 salary doesn't mean much to Leonard because Indy owes him that money that no team will pay over. What he makes from another team this year comes off of what Indy pays him. I think he is looking at a 2 or 3 year deal. I doubt he gets a 3 year deal but I suspect he may get a 2 year deal with a little SB or maybe if no SB, a portion of his 2024 salary guaranteed

I didn’t know teams could offer that kind of a contract this late in the season. It makes sense I guess. Not sure why I didn’t think of that.

 

[jarntt]

I didn’t know teams could offer that kind of a contract this late in the season. It makes sense I guess. Not sure why I didn’t think of that.

I do think a deal for just this year is more likely. He probably isn't signing a low ball deal for next year and teams probably aren't going to break the bank right now committing to next year when it isn't clear how good he is now or going forward. If he signs with a good team and has a nice run he could be in line for a big pay day in the offseason

 

[PDay8810]

I do think a deal for just this year is more likely. He probably isn't signing a low ball deal for next year and teams probably aren't going to break the bank right now committing to next year when it isn't clear how good he is now or going forward. If he signs with a good team and has a nice run he could be in line for a big pay day in the offseason

100% and he needs to make up his F-In Mind.

 

[fightinfunbags]

I do think a deal for just this year is more likely. He probably isn't signing a low ball deal for next year and teams probably aren't going to break the bank right now committing to next year when it isn't clear how good he is now or going forward. If he signs with a good team and has a nice run he could be in line for a big pay day in the offseason

That’s why I think reps is an important factor. If I’m him, I’m making the same money regardless. Both teams are playoff teams. Which team gives me the best opportunity to show and earn that next deal? That’s what I would be focused on. Ironically, yesterday’s shit show may have been a plus in trying to sign Leonard.

 

[jarntt]

Doesn't sound like it's going to be Dallas so I'm going to say he sucks and whoever signs him overpaid

 

[fightinfunbags]

Doesn't sound like it's going to be Dallas so I'm going to say he sucks and whoever signs him overpaid

He’s an Eagle. I haven’t changed my mind. I don’t think he has much left. That being said, he’s probably better than what they have. Nakobe Dean looks like a whiff. The whole plan at LB has back fired for the Eagles.

 

[Niner Outlaw]

Eagles sign linebacker Shaquille Leonard

A day after a blowout loss to the 49ers, the Eagles are bringing in reinforcements.

www.nbcsports.com

 

[jarntt]

Eagles sign linebacker Shaquille Leonard

A day after a blowout loss to the 49ers, the Eagles are bringing in reinforcements.

www.nbcsports.com

He sucks and they over paid

 

[PDay8810]

He sucks and they over paid

way over paid

lol

 

[Rowdy]

Sure they can. 2023 salary doesn't mean much to Leonard because Indy owes him that money that no team will pay over. What he makes from another team this year comes off of what Indy pays him. I think he is looking at a 2 or 3 year deal. I doubt he gets a 3 year deal but I suspect he may get a 2 year deal with a little SB or maybe if no SB, a portion of his 2024 salary guaranteed

I’d sign Darius Leonard but not Shaq. Darius was the much better player

 

[Niner Outlaw]

49ers add Logan Ryan

The 49ers are adding a veteran defensive back.

www.nbcsports.com

 

[jarntt]

I wonder if this was “wink wink” agreed to before the season even started. Doesn’t seem like Suh wants any part of being involved in the off-season And doesn’t seem like the Eagles have a problem with it.