2016 Free Agent Thread (Other Teams)

[JO_75]

Deals are rolling in. The Chiefs have announced an extension with TE Travis Kelce.

[Inqui]

The Cowboys are apparently moving on from Greg Hardy - over too much partying, of all things.

http://nypost.com/2016/01/29/cowboys-greg-hardy-breaking-point-too-much-partying/

[JO_75]

8 minutes ago, Inqui said:

The Cowboys are apparently moving on from Greg Hardy - over too much partying, of all things.

http://nypost.com/2016/01/29/cowboys-greg-hardy-breaking-point-too-much-partying/

So that means no Johnny Football in Dallas?

[Inqui]

Just now, JO_75 said:

So that means no Johnny Football in Dallas?

We'll see about that. I definitely think it means no Joey Bosa in Baltimore though.

[JO_75]

4 minutes ago, Inqui said:

We'll see about that. I definitely think it means no Joey Bosa in Baltimore though.

Edit: Nevermind, now I got what you meant lol. I don't think so, remember the Bills are releasing Mario Williams, Cowboys play a 4-3, Williams is going to be on the Cowboys radar in free agency and I believe it's a move that they make.

Edited January 30, 2016 by JO_75

[Inqui]

Just now, JO_75 said:

Please explain. I don't recall any domestic violence issues or even partying issues with Bosa.

I've always held that a big part of whether Bosa fell to us was whether Dallas would want him. If they re-sign Hardy (and it's admittedly worth noting that nothing's decided yet) that'd be a fairly compelling reason to take someone else (say, Ramsey). But if he walks - even with Gregory and Lawrence still around - they could still stand to add another edge guy so I don't think a talent like Bosa's getting past them.

[allblackraven]

31 minutes ago, Inqui said:

I've always held that a big part of whether Bosa fell to us was whether Dallas would want him. If they re-sign Hardy (and it's admittedly worth noting that nothing's decided yet) that'd be a fairly compelling reason to take someone else (say, Ramsey). But if he walks - even with Gregory and Lawrence still around - they could still stand to add another edge guy so I don't think a talent like Bosa's getting past them.

I think Bosa will be a Charger.

[JO_75]

According to Adam Schefter Calvin Johnson has told the Lions he will retire from the NFL.

[DomMcRaven]

12 minutes ago, JO_75 said:

According to Adam Schefter Calvin Johnson has told the Lions he will retire from the NFL.

Bruh....

[Pats]

Lions wasted barry sanders and calvin johnson's careers. Barry retires at 31 and calvin with a 3 mil pay cut or something im hearing at 30.

[allblackraven]

1 hour ago, JO_75 said:

According to Adam Schefter Calvin Johnson has told the Lions he will retire from the NFL.

He should reconsider and come over to Ravens so Senior and Megatron can help each other win the big one. Then retire as Ravens and go to HoF together.

[DomMcRaven]

1 hour ago, allblackraven said:

He should reconsider and come over to Ravens so Senior and Megatron can help each other win the big one. Then retire as Ravens and go to HoF together.

I have to neg this because I don't see it coming true. The fact that you brought this up makes me sad because I want to see it coming true. 

[JO_75]

Hate to break some hearts around here but the Buccaneers are going to keep Vincent Jackson while the Redskins will keep Pierre Garcon for another year.

[usmccharles]

18 minutes ago, JO_75 said:

Hate to break some hearts around here but the Buccaneers are going to keep Vincent Jackson while the Redskins will keep Pierre Garcon for another year.

source?

[JO_75]

49 minutes ago, usmccharles said:

source?

 

http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/3202/vincent-jackson

 

http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/4945/pierre-garcon

[usmccharles]

1 hour ago, JO_75 said:

 

http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/4945/pierre-garcon

Eh,  I think that's just speculation and opinion based.   

[JO_75]

Raiders and former Giants DE Justin Tuck has announced his retirement from the NFL.

[redrum52]

5 minutes ago, JO_75 said:

Raiders and former Giants DE Justin Tuck has announced his retirement from the NFL.

Great player and gave a mean pre game speech before the 2nd SB against the Pats.  

[JO_75]

Browns are going to move on from Johnny Manziel but they can't cut him until March 9th.

[Steve0x]

Heres my hope free agents ravens to sign 

Marvin Jones

http://www.spotrac.com/nfl/cincinnati-bengals/marvin-jones/

Richie Incognito

http://www.spotrac.com/nfl/buffalo-bills/richie-incognito/

Adam-Pacman Jones

http://www.spotrac.com/nfl/cincinnati-bengals/adam-pacman-jones/

Quintin Demps

http://www.spotrac.com/nfl/houston-texans/quintin-demps/

 

And then Ravens will be back! 

[JO_75]

The Eagles are giving away money like its free candy. They have now locked up Vinny Curry with a five-year $47.25M deal.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/02/02/eagles-lock-up-another-one-of-their-own-extending-vinny-curry/

Also, Kaepernick wants out of San Francisco. So basically, Jed York hired Chip Kelly because he thought he could save Kaepernick wants out. Crazy.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/02/02/report-kaepernick-wants-out-of-san-francisco/

 

[Steve0x]

I need that money!  Like its candy  

[JO_75]

The Rams need a QB again, and well they are interested in bringing in Peyton Manning as their QB for next season. It is said they are keeping an eye on Peyton and if he retires. 

If Peyton decides to keep playing, the Rams would have to trade for Manning or wait to see if the Broncos releasw him as he's under contract to the Broncos for next season.

http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/14703972/st-louis-rams-discuss-peyton-manning-option-2016

[JO_75]

Releases are starting to come in....

- Falcons have cut S William Moore & LB Justin Durant

- Saints have cut LB David Hawthorne & longtime Guard Jahari Evans

- The Eagles have released WR Riley Cooper

Tuesday Update:

- Titans release S Michael Griffin, creating $6.5M in cap space

- Raiders release S Nate Allen, creating $5M in cap sapce

Edited February 10, 2016 by JO_75

[Mt. Crushmore]

Raiders re-signed Nate Allen today after cutting him earlier in the week. Much cheaper contract.

[JO_75]

Packers extend NT Letroy Guion

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/02/12/packers-extend-letroy-guion/

[JO_75]

The Bears and Matt Forte are parting ways without burning bridges. The team has announced that they will not re-sign him to a new deal and thanked him for his service and professionalism. 

 

Quote

“These decisions are never easy, especially given what Matt has meant to our team and community,” Bears general manager Ryan Pace said in the statement. “We have a tremendous amount of respect for him. Matt is one of the all-time great Bears and did an excellent job for us on and off the field last season. He was a tremendous teammate. We thank him for his professionalism and wish him the very best as he continues his career.”

 

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/02/12/bears-thank-forte-for-his-service-professionalism/

Edited February 12, 2016 by JO_75

[JO_75]

The Broncos haven't started negotiating with free agent QB Brock Osweiler. According to sources they are waiting "out of respect" for Peyton Manning's decision on if he will play in 2016 or not. It should be noted that Manning's $19M salary becomes guaranteed on March 9th, the day free agency begins. Though waiting on Manning may come back and bite the Broncos if they end up losing Osweiler in FA with Manning retiring leaving them without a QB.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/02/15/broncos-waiting-on-peyton-manning-to-negotiate-with-brock-osweiler/

Edited February 15, 2016 by JO_75

[usmccharles]

4 hours ago, JO_75 said:

The Broncos haven't started negotiating with free agent QB Brock Osweiler. According to sources they are waiting "out of respect" for Peyton Manning's decision on if he will play in 2016 or not. It should be noted that Manning's $19M salary becomes guaranteed on March 9th, the day free agency begins. Though waiting on Manning may come back and bite the Broncos if they end up losing Osweiler in FA with Manning retiring leaving them without a QB.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/02/15/broncos-waiting-on-peyton-manning-to-negotiate-with-brock-osweiler/

From what I read osweiler wants more than foles money,  so around 13 mill a year.   I just can't imagine giving him that kind of money and if I was osweiler I'd go to FA becuase I'm sure someone will pay him more,  ie the Browns.   The Broncos could very well not have a starting qb on their roster come the beginning of FA.   

[JO_75]

Patriots LB Jerod Mayo has retired after 8 years and Rashean Mathis is also retiring.

http://www.rotoworld.com/headlines/nfl/331565/jerod-mayo-calls-it-quits-after-eight-seasons?ls=roto:FA:topheadlines

http://www.rotoworld.com/headlines/nfl/331547/rashean-mathis-hanging-it-up-after-13-seasons?ls=roto:DET:topheadlines

Also the Bears moved on from LT Jermon Bushrod, saving them $4.3M in cap.

http://www.rotoworld.com/headlines/nfl/331560/bears-release-lt-bushrod-save-$43-million?ls=roto:FA:topheadlines