2012 NFL Free Agency Thread

[Amherstcavsfan]

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Browns release defensive end Jayme Mitchell

Fantastic

 

[DaNewCavs]

Um, no, that's NOT true.

For one, he left because he wanted way more money than the Browns wanted to pay him. Also, he was not a very good fit at linebacker in a 4-3.

He's a pass rushing specialist in a 4-3/3-4, and we really don't need ANOTHER one of those.

I would have left the Browns too with the money the Raiders were paying him. Obviously it was too much for him. But at the right price, I would take him to be a pass rush specialist on passing downs while Frostee contains the run on running downs.

 

[JMcCurry08]

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Filed to ESPN: Third team in Manning race that has emerged is 49ers - Manning worked out for Harbaugh & took physical this week #NFL32

 

[Scrote Squad]

ESPN is doing a chat with Joe Thomas @ 3p for those interested.

http://espn.go.com/sportsnation/chat/_/id/42978/browns-ot-joe-thomas

 

[Real Deal]

Manning will change the landscape in the NFC if he goes to SF. But you have to think it's considered a longshot.

 

[Real Deal]

@MikeKlis: Broncos meeting with Peyton Manning, offering $60 million over 5 years.

Mike Kils is beat writer in Denver

30 Million is guaranteed as well

 

[Dr. Gymbo]

I really think the Browns will be more active once some of these deals and price tags that are going on start to go down. Some of these deals are incredible. Once some of the other free agents sit unclaimed and come down off of prices (set as precedents by some of the other ridiculous offers/signings), I think the Browns start to sign more players and add more depth.

 

[Phills14]

I really think the Browns will be more active once some of these deals and price tags that are going on start to go down. Some of these deals are incredible. Once some of the other free agents sit unclaimed and come down off of prices (set as precedents by some of the other ridiculous offers/signings), I think the Browns start to sign more players and add more depth.

The 1st week is a suckers market. From week 2 until the draft there are reasonable deals to be had. That is where the Browns would be in more serious discussions. IMO

 

[Shakalu M.D.]

Looks like Manning might go to Denver...

In other news:

**BREAKING NFL NEWS**Source: Seahawks have offered FA (QB) Matt Flynn a contract (They are pushing hard trying 2get deal done today) #CLOSE

Glad to hear this, really interested in seeing how this kid performs as a starter without Green Bay's offense around him.

 

[ohiorulez]

kinda OT move if needed... Joe Thomas chat http://espn.go.com/sportsnation/chat/_/id/42978/browns-ot-joe-thomas
but for all of those people that question Heckert and Co...

What can you say to Browns fans like myself to offer hope? I have lived through Red Right 88, The Drive, and the Fumble. BTW, Browns fans love your blue collar mentality.

Joe Thomas (3:12 PM)

It's easy. I don't believe in being haunted by the past. We have a great coaching staff and phenomenal management. Coach Holmgren is moving things in the right direction. You're seeing Tim's great drafts and all the great players we are accumulating. We will have a great nucleus of players. We will be really good for a long time.

also

Joe, Colt spent a lot of time on his back last year... what would help him (and the team) out the most this coming year in terms of protection?

Joe Thomas (3:22 PM)

I think the big thing that will help is giving him more weapons and places to get rid of the ball sooner. More weapons makes it easier to keep the defense off balance. There are quicker places to get the ball to so he's not taking those hits.

more

What position do you think the browns need the most help with. Where could we possibly get that position, Free Agency, or the draft?

Joe Thomas (3:05 PM)

It seems like the strategy has been going through the draft which is a great strategy. We are going to focus on skill positions on offense. That seems to be what management has targeted for improvement.

Also are we gonna vote for Joe on Madden after what happened with Hillis?
[video=youtube;n1hcJ-_WMcg]http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=n1hcJ-_WMcg[/video]

 

[Gimme Some Mo]

Was it really a year ago that the Browns and some fans were trying to convince us that Jayme Mitchell was a hidden gem that would flourish in our system? Time flies.

 

[Sly]

He wanted to play, or was better playing the same side as Sheard and couldn't make the switch. Whatever. It doesn't matter because we've got Frostee Rucker now. Even if he sucks, it's much more fun name to say.

 

[Sly]

Bengals lead NFL in cap space, but they haven’t spent a nickel

Posted by Evan Silva on March 16, 2012, 6:32 PM EDT

AP
The Bengals entered free agency with the league’s most salary cap space, but they haven’t acquired a single unrestricted free agent since the signing period began last Tuesday.

On Friday, the Bengals announced that they hosted cornerbacks Jason Allen and Tracy Porter, and defensive end Jamaal Anderson at team headquarters.

So far, we’ve counted those three players, defensive linemen Kendall Langford and Andre Fluellen, guard Jacob Bell, and cornerback Aaron Ross as free agents who’ve visited the Bengals. Next Monday, they will host running backs BenJarvus Green-Ellis and Michael Bush. Former Cowboys cornerback Terence Newman was also rumored to be visiting the Bengals, and tight end Kellen Davis had a Bengals visit scheduled before re-signing with Chicago.

That’s 11 guys. Zero signings.

Meanwhile, the Bengals have lost offensive linemen Mike McGlynn (Colts) and Nate Livings (Cowboys), while defensive linemen Frostee Rucker (Browns) and Jonathan Fanene (Patriots) have also moved on.

The Bengals are apparently trying to give off the impression that they’re being aggressive in free agency. But they’re not acquiring anyone, and they’re not even trying to keep their own.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.co...-in-cap-space-but-they-havent-spent-a-nickel/

Winning the offseason in reverse.

 

[DonGilbert]

Heard from a current Cleveland Brown that Steinbach is looking to restructure his deal and come back for less money. I hope we even try to restructure his deal instead of just letting him walk.

 

[MoFlo]

Heard from a current Cleveland Brown that Steinbach is looking to restructure his deal and come back for less money. I hope we even try to restructure his deal instead of just letting him walk.

This was reported before as well, when he 1st got released.