Free Agency news and signings

[tomikcon1971]

 

[Dodub]

Horrible contract and I want nothing to do with it

 

[MHSL82]

What would the Niners do with Crabtree if they got Gordon for a season? Make him a #3 / 4 receiver behind Gordon & Boldin & kind of behind Vernon?

At least that would drive down his price or we could trade him. You would have to shop for a new avatar. I suggest this altered as long as Kaepernick is our starting QB:





Or:

 

[MHSL82]

@MattHarmon_BYB 35s

Oh no RT @PanthersNation_: Steve Smith's jersey has been removed from the Panthers online team store. Speculate what you will...

I know that a team website has little to do with actually trying to trade a player, but even if it were, this doesn't make sense. Why would a team remove from sale even if they were trading him? Make money, man. Sell jerseys as long as you can.

They're adding Sr. to his jersey because his kid is going to be named Steve Smith, too. Doesn't mean anything, of course.

 

[Ray_Dogg]

The Raiders have a ton of cash but they'll screw it up somehow.......

I think they already are. Word is they are giving G/RT Saffold LT money and probably the LT position.

 

[Ray_Dogg]

@NBCdianna Source: Aqib Talib is very close to a deal with Patriots. #NFLFreeagency

 

[Ray_Dogg]

49ers Blog and Q&A: 49ers to release Rogers with post-June 1 designation

 

[Hangman]

Michael Johnson agrees with Bucs
Updated: March 11, 2014, 11:22 AM ET
ESPN.com news services

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and free-agent defensive end Michael Johnson have agreed to a five-year deal worth $43.75 million, sources told ESPN's Josina Anderson.

The deal, which cannot be announced until after 4 p.m. ET Tuesday, includes $24 million in guaranteed money, according to sources.

Johnson was given the Cincinnati Bengals' franchise tag in 2013, sending his single-season pay skyrocketing above $11 million. It marked the second straight season that a Bengals player had been tagged.

After a productive year getting to quarterbacks in 2012, Johnson struggled doing the same in 2013, recording just 3.5 sacks. He had 11.5 sacks two seasons ago.

A 2009 third-round selection out of Georgia Tech, Johnson was signed to a four-year deal. Over the past few seasons with the Bengals, he helped bolster one of the league's stronger defensive lines.

When defensive tackle Geno Atkins signed a five-year, $55 million deal and fellow defensive end Carlos Dunlap signed a five-year, $40 million deal before last season, it appeared as if the Bengals would have difficulty retaining Johnson this offseason.

ESPN.com Buccaneers reporter Pat Yasinskas and Bengals reporter Coley Harvey contributed to this report.

 

[Ray_Dogg]

Peyton Hillis - RB - Giants

Giants re-signed RB Peyton Hillis to a two-year, $1.8 million contract.
Hillis, 28, signed off the street last year and rushed for 247 yards with two TDs on 73 carries (3.4 YPC), appearing in seven games and starting one. He should be viewed internally by the Giants as no more than an insurance policy. Hillis is a plus pass blocker, but offers no big-play ability as a runner, is in decline, and has a history of fumbling problems. He's an uninspiring re-signing.
Source: Ralph Vacchiano on Twitter
Mar 11 - 10:33 AM

 

[Ray_Dogg]

Colts re-signed K Adam Vinatieri to a two-year contract.
The 41-year-old made a career-high 35 field goals last season, going 19-of-23 from 40-plus yards out. With P Pat McAfee also back in the fold on a long-term deal to also handle kickoff duties, the Colts have locked up both special teams legs. Vinatieri previously stated he plans to kick for two or three more seasons.
Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter
Mar 11 - 10:23 AM

 

[Ray_Dogg]

Redskins agreed to terms with WR Andre Roberts on a four-year, $16 million contract.
Roberts just turned 26 and played his college ball at nearby Citadel. He can play outside and in the slot. Roberts will slide in as the starter opposite Pierre Garcon, ending Santana Moss' run in Washington. The Skins will field an undersized starting wideout tandem in 2014, as Roberts is 5-foot-11 and Garcon is a tick over 6-feet. Roberts could flirt with WR3 fantasy value in D.C., though we wouldn't anticipate consistency. Garcon is a target hog.
Related: Redskins
Source: Mike Jones on Twitter
Mar 11 - 10:12 AM

 

[Ray_Dogg]

Redskins re-signed ILB Perry Riley to three-year, $13 million contract.
Riley is an undersized (6'1/239) 3-4 inside 'backer who struggles against both the run and pass, so it's tough to love this re-signing even at a reasonable price. But he is young (26 in May) and the Redskins' defensive staff considered keeping Riley a priority, especially after London Fletcher's retirement. Washington now needs to pursue an inside thumper capable of blowing up lead blocks to allow athletic Riley to run free. Brandon Spikes would be an intriguing addition.
Source: Chris Russell on Twitter
Mar 11 - 10:07 AM

 

[Ray_Dogg]

 

[Ray_Dogg]

Eugene Monroe, Ravens 'very close' to new deal - NFL.com

 

[Ray_Dogg]

 

[Ray_Dogg]

@McClain_on_NFL: The Texans saved $4.5 million on the cap by releasing Daniels.

 

[Ray_Dogg]

 

[AU_Fever]

Michael Johnson agrees with Bucs
Updated: March 11, 2014, 11:22 AM ET
ESPN.com news services

The Tampa Bay Buccaneers and free-agent defensive end Michael Johnson have agreed to a five-year deal worth $43.75 million, sources told ESPN's Josina Anderson.

The deal, which cannot be announced until after 4 p.m. ET Tuesday, includes $24 million in guaranteed money, according to sources.

Johnson was given the Cincinnati Bengals' franchise tag in 2013, sending his single-season pay skyrocketing above $11 million. It marked the second straight season that a Bengals player had been tagged.

After a productive year getting to quarterbacks in 2012, Johnson struggled doing the same in 2013, recording just 3.5 sacks. He had 11.5 sacks two seasons ago.

A 2009 third-round selection out of Georgia Tech, Johnson was signed to a four-year deal. Over the past few seasons with the Bengals, he helped bolster one of the league's stronger defensive lines.

When defensive tackle Geno Atkins signed a five-year, $55 million deal and fellow defensive end Carlos Dunlap signed a five-year, $40 million deal before last season, it appeared as if the Bengals would have difficulty retaining Johnson this offseason.

ESPN.com Buccaneers reporter Pat Yasinskas and Bengals reporter Coley Harvey contributed to this report.

That's a lot of cash. Bucs need to upgrade pass rush especially with Brees, Ryan, and Newton in their division. They're also losing their shutdown corner in Revis so pass rush is a priority.

 

[Ray_Dogg]

 

[AU_Fever]

I guess it's looking like Whitner will be a Brown. I wonder what Mitchell will ask for per season.