I think I may have read that he already signed a 5 year extension last night.
I think I may have read that he already signed a 5 year extension last night.
Just heard him on the radio, he hasn't signed it officially, yet, but they have agreed to terms.I think I may have read that he already signed a 5 year extension last night.
He'll be cut after this season, so I wouldn't be surprised to see him land in Detroit.After White has a 15-sack season, Rice might seem very expendable.QUEZILLA said:Simeon Rice had a press conference yesterday. Here are some of the quotes I remember.-"I am the best in the game"-"Rank me up there with Dwayne Wade and Kobe"-"I know this because I have been told by Rod Marinelli"-"Marinelli is unbelievable"-"Marinelli is the best coach he has had, no disrespect to any other coaches"Don't be surprised if Rice jets for Detroit when his contract is up.
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I was just about to post about thegood stuff at ESPN today..
http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp...&id=2536099
http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcamp...&id=2536143
http://insider.espn.go.com/nfl/trainingcam...&id=2536069
gonna be a good year.
yeeesh...Three games in cold-weather cities in December: at Chicago, at Pittsburgh, at Cleveland
Three wins versus two wins and a loss in the other trio. They should walk out ahead of CAR again and won't need much to beat Dallas by that late in the season, but that Washington game sandwiched between the two is liable to be an ###-whoopin.yeeesh...Three games in cold-weather cities in December: at Chicago, at Pittsburgh, at Cleveland
I heard this one time Jesus was trying to walk on water but he started to slip, so Bruce Gradkowski used his kinetic powers to make Jesus levitate. The sight was so amazing it immediately converted a band of jewish fishermen looking on.From the ESPN Simms article:Gruden says "I'm going to have to screw things up pretty good for that kid (Simms) not to turn out really special." What? No mention of Gradkowski???
We should have had the Skins in the playoffs, and I think we are still a better team.Three wins versus two wins and a loss in the other trio. They should walk out ahead of CAR again and won't need much to beat Dallas by that late in the season, but that Washington game sandwiched between the two is liable to be an ###-whoopin.yeeesh...Three games in cold-weather cities in December: at Chicago, at Pittsburgh, at Cleveland
I agree we should have had the Skins in the playoffs. But they are a much improved team, and the Bucs are still a young team. This year the championship window starts to open, and next year we'll be in prime position to make runs for the forseeable future.As much as I don't like to admit it, I think the Skins are definitely the team to beat in the NFC this year. I did pick them over the Bucs in the NFC Championship game this year :( . We'll see though. I still think this team is definitely good enough to make a lot of noise, but not quite at the level of the NFL elite yet. Next year though...Does anyone know what OL have been running with the first team? I'd really like to know if they actually plan on starting Joseph this year at RG, and if Fonoti is seriously pushing Buenning at LG.I'm still thinking that Davis/Buenning/Mahan/Terry/Walker will be the starters, unless something drastic changes.As for '07, who knows. I'm sure Gruden wants to replace Davis at some point, perhaps next year's draft. Could see the '07 line looking like: Davis/Buenning/Mahan/Joseph/Trueblood. That would be a fantastic young line.Anyone think either or both Joseph/Trueblood will start this year? I'm pretty sure Gruden/Muir will try to get whatever week 1 lineup they have to start all 16 games again this year, and I'm not sold on them counting on a pair of rookies to protect Simms's blindside.We should have had the Skins in the playoffs, and I think we are still a better team.Three wins versus two wins and a loss in the other trio. They should walk out ahead of CAR again and won't need much to beat Dallas by that late in the season, but that Washington game sandwiched between the two is liable to be an ###-whoopin.yeeesh...Three games in cold-weather cities in December: at Chicago, at Pittsburgh, at Cleveland
Don't think I'm going. Nobody in my group of regulars bothers with preseason any more.Getting our tailgating together now...bringing a little mahi-mahi for the grillI'm looking forward to seeing Joseph and Trueblood in person for the first time. Want to see Simms manage a few drives. Also interested in the Chas character.
We've wavered a little in the preseason the last few years also...but there is alot of excitement about this season around here. More than I can remember in a while.I'll try to report back with any onsite observations.... :hotties:....Don't think I'm going. Nobody in my group of regulars bothers with preseason any more.Getting our tailgating together now...bringing a little mahi-mahi for the grillI'm looking forward to seeing Joseph and Trueblood in person for the first time. Want to see Simms manage a few drives. Also interested in the Chas character.
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Had a nice 15-yard catch.Any reports on Michael Clayton are appreciated. :thumbsup:
Graham always has a great pre-season. He may take over for Pitt in 07 or 08, but not likely this year. Pitt is too good at pass-protecting and receiving.Caddy doesn't play much in preseason. Just a few snaps last year and probably no more than 2-3 this year.Tell me more about E. Graham. He seems to be having a great pre-season. Any chance he unseats Pittman to earn the back up spot? Also is Caddilac out with an injury or are they just resting him. I didnt look real hard but I couldnt find anything. TIA for your input.
As little as Rattay played in the preseason, don't you think it's possible he has the #2 wrapped up and Gruden wanted to give his young #3 some PT?I think it's fairly evident that Gradkowski is #2. Rattay is an experienced #3, not a bad thing to have.
No, I've read elsewhere that Gruden is very high on Gradkowski (he reminds him of Gannon supposedly) and if Simms struggles for a significant stretch he might even get the call.As little as Rattay played in the preseason, don't you think it's possible he has the #2 wrapped up and Gruden wanted to give his young #3 some PT?I think it's fairly evident that Gradkowski is #2. Rattay is an experienced #3, not a bad thing to have.
I haven't seen Gruden say anything like that. People are assuming, but nothing from Gruden on what QBs are playing in what spots...unless you have seen something?No, I've read elsewhere that Gruden is very high on Gradkowski (he reminds him of Gannon supposedly) and if Simms struggles for a significant stretch he might even get the call.As little as Rattay played in the preseason, don't you think it's possible he has the #2 wrapped up and Gruden wanted to give his young #3 some PT?I think it's fairly evident that Gradkowski is #2. Rattay is an experienced #3, not a bad thing to have.
I swear I did but I have reading a lot this week boning up for a draft tonight so I can't give you a definite link. Sorry but I'll try and track it down.I haven't seen Gruden say anything like that. People are assuming, but nothing from Gruden on what QBs are playing in what spots...unless you have seen something?No, I've read elsewhere that Gruden is very high on Gradkowski (he reminds him of Gannon supposedly) and if Simms struggles for a significant stretch he might even get the call.As little as Rattay played in the preseason, don't you think it's possible he has the #2 wrapped up and Gruden wanted to give his young #3 some PT?I think it's fairly evident that Gradkowski is #2. Rattay is an experienced #3, not a bad thing to have.
Surprised at some of the names on the list, must have been a hard choice for the coaches.Cuts are in:
TE Mark Anelli
DE Charles Bennett
DT Jon Bradley
DT Anthony Bryant
S Steve Cargile
C/G Jonathan Clinkscale
LB Marquis Cooper
RB Carey Davis
CB Dwight Ellick
G Toniu Fonoti
WR Chas Gessner
OL Scott Jackson
TE Tim Massaquoi
S Donte Nicholson
CB James Patrick
FB Rick Razzano
WR Edell Shepherd
LB Anthony Trucks
OT Torrin Tucker (placed on IR)
RB Derek Watson
DE Andrew Williams
DE/DT Keith Wright
Roster:
QB(3): Chris Simms, Bruce Gradkowski, Tim Rattay
HB(3): Carnell Williams, Michael Pittman, Ernest Graham
FB(2): Mike Alstott, Gerald Sowell
TE(4): Alex Smith, Anthony Betch, Doug Jolley, Dave Moore
WR(7): Joey Galloway, Michael Clayton, David Boston, Ike Hilliard, Maurice Stovall, Parris Warren, Mark Jones
LT(1): Anthony Davis, Cornell Green
LG(1): Dan Buenning
C(2): John Wade, Sean Mahan
RG(2): Davin Joseph, Jeb Terry
RT(2): Kenyatta Walker, Jeremy Trueblood
LE(2): Greg Spires, Dewayne White
DT(3): Anthony McFarland, Chris Hovan, Ellis Wyms
RE(2): Simeon Rice, Julian Jenkins
LOLB(3): Ryan Nece, Antoine Cash, Wesley Mallard
MLB(2): Shelton Quarels, Barrett Ruud
ROLB(2): Derrick Brooks, Jaime Winborn
CB(5): Ronde Barber, Brian Kelly, Juran Boldin, Alan Zemaitis, Torrie Cox
FS(2): Will Allen, Blue Adams
SS(2): Jermaine Phillips, Kalvin Pearson
K(1): Matt Bryant
P(1): Josh Bidwell
The most difficult decisions come at this point in the season.But I am sure the Bucs will certainly be better because of them.I wonder what the practice squad will look like. Will Edell even be on the list?Surprised at some of the names on the list, must have been a hard choice for the coaches.