Well for the most part, the majority of the big free agents are all signed with their new teams and breaking the bank. In this time of economic downfall thats hurting millions of people, it seems some NFL teams didnt get the memo. We've seen players like Albert Haynesworth recieve a hundred million dollar contract from the Washington Redskins for being the best defensive lineman in the game. Other notable players recieving big contracts from other teams include T.J. Houshmandzadeh and Bart Scott. Big name free agents Kurt Warner and Brandon Jacobs resigned with their old teams. And some players changed teams through trade such as Kellen Winslow and Matt Cassell. Even T.O. was on the market after being dumped by the Cowboys. As for the Packers, NOTHING!!! The team with a lot of cap space didnt make any real significant moves. But thats not a big surprise if you know Ted Thompsons plan. The empty cart of free agents signed doesnt mean the packers were'nt after anyone, according to Ted Thompson. Many reports said the Pack had interest in defensive lineman Chris Canty, but he signed with the Giants. As for the Packers, their main goal is to keep their own players and extand their contracts. Young players like Greg Jennings and Nick Collins who will be free agents soon. The Pack already gave a big contract to QB Aaron Rodgers and also look to add to their young team, more young players through the Draft. This offseason the 3-4 Defense was brought in through new Defensive Coordinator Dom Capers. They'll have to bring in player to play opposite of Aaorn Kampman at that hybrid position that can play end and also linebacker. My wishlist has Everett Brown out of Florida State at the top of my list, but ya never know with Ted. For all those fans out there who wanted the Pack to make some noise this offseason, it just ain't gonna happen. Not with Ted. He beleives in building through the draft and improving their own players. Well if the Pack doesnt improve their record next year, Ted may be the one looking for a job.
Monday, March 9, 2009
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