Another Moss rumor? Now to the Lions for McCown, BMW and a 5th rd pick (1 Viewer)

[Mimo]

Randy Moss to the Lions?

No deal is in place. Do not get too excited. This deal has only been discussed between the Lions and Oakland Raiders but it is one that could change the Lions significantly before draft day. Ready?

The two teams have had talks about bringing wide receiver Randy Moss to the Lions in exchange for back up quarterback Josh McCown, soon to be discarded wide receiver Mike Williams and a fifth-round draft pick.

The Raiders are tired of Moss and his disruptive behavior and they are interested in McCown competing for a starting job. You noticed that neither McCown or Williams were at the voluntary workouts which is an indication neither will be with the team for the 2007 season.

Moss is a big play receiver who has not made many big plays because he has spent much of his time sulking. So why would it be any different here? The Lions are pretty certain that Moss not only would be motivated to play twice a year against his old team the Minnesota Vikings, but that he also holds grudges against the Chicago Bears and Green Bay Packers,

The Lions are fed up with Williams. He wants to play tight end now but lacks the guts to block linemen. So they do not see a need for him. They also view Williams as a player who feels he is entitled to things that he has not earned.

Moss is a problem. But at least he can play.

(I can be reached at Terry.Foster@news.com or 313-222-1494.)

 

[Rev]

Moss is a problem. But at least he can play.

(I can be reached at Terry.Foster@news.com or 313-222-1494.)

I would offer up the suggestion that Moss is no longer a viable receiving threat. If the asking price for Moss is in the ballpark of this offer (a backup QB, a bust WR, and a 2nd day draft pick), Moss' value is comparable to a suburban cab fare. He's no longer a player in my book.

 

[Billy1x]

Not sure why Martz would want a receiver that can't/won't run routes. Could be Oakland is trying to pressure the Packers by negociating with someone else in the division.

If Moss really wants to play for the Packers he won't re-negociate and the Lions would be required to pay him 20 mil for the next two years. Thats A LOT of money and Cap space. I think its 9 mil this year (due in June?) and 11 mil next year.

 

[FavreCo]

Maranelli can't wait to get his hands on a guy that doesn't go all out on plays that are not to his side of the field. Then deactivate him. Yeah, the Lions will want Moss. Jeez, think for a minute.

 

[duaneok66]

Maranelli can't wait to get his hands on a guy that doesn't go all out on plays that are not to his side of the field. Then deactivate him. Yeah, the Lions will want Moss. Jeez, think for a minute.

amen . . .

 

[Couch Potato]

The Raiders and Lions trying to figure out a trade must be a little like two virgins in bed together in the dark.

 

[hutchins929]

Just for the fun of it. Lets say that happens. What do the Kitties do in the draft? The Raiders would definitely take Calvin Johnson and Detroit would have to at some point get a QB. I say they would get Russell. But they could pick someone up later. But Russell to Moss would look quite a bit like Culpepper to Moss wouldn't it?

I mean the Lions defense would still suck, but at least it would be entertaining and could sell some tickets.

If I were Matt Millen and this offer were on the table, I would do it. I mean it's not that big of a risk its a 5th round pick, which you have 50 of this year.

 

[Blackhawk 69]

Just for the fun of it. Lets say that happens. What do the Kitties do in the draft? The Raiders would definitely take Calvin Johnson and Detroit would have to at some point get a QB. I say they would get Russell. But they could pick someone up later. But Russell to Moss would look quite a bit like Culpepper to Moss wouldn't it?I mean the Lions defense would still suck, but at least it would be entertaining and could sell some tickets. If I were Matt Millen and this offer were on the table, I would do it. I mean it's not that big of a risk its a 5th round pick, which you have 50 of this year.

I think Matt Millen knows Al Davis too well and will not deal w/him for a wr that Millen knows that if Al is willing to give him up, then he's not worth it. MM can get CJ and a QB later for Martz to coach up.Just mho.

 

[teamramrod]

The Raiders and Lions trying to figure out a trade must be a little like two virgins in bed together in the dark.

Best post ever

 

[Napoleon Dynamite]

Not sure why Martz would want a receiver that can't/won't run routes. Could be Oakland is trying to pressure the Packers by negociating with someone else in the division.

Nothing puts on the pressure like McCown, BMW and 5th rounder. Maybe the Packers started this rumor?

 

[Getinthemix]

Just for the fun of it. Lets say that happens. What do the Kitties do in the draft? The Raiders would definitely take Calvin Johnson and Detroit would have to at some point get a QB. I say they would get Russell. But they could pick someone up later. But Russell to Moss would look quite a bit like Culpepper to Moss wouldn't it?

I mean the Lions defense would still suck, but at least it would be entertaining and could sell some tickets.

If I were Matt Millen and this offer were on the table, I would do it. I mean it's not that big of a risk its a 5th round pick, which you have 50 of this year.

How would that be similar, other than they are both black QB's?

 

[FreeBaGeL]

Just for the fun of it. Lets say that happens. What do the Kitties do in the draft? The Raiders would definitely take Calvin Johnson and Detroit would have to at some point get a QB. I say they would get Russell. But they could pick someone up later. But Russell to Moss would look quite a bit like Culpepper to Moss wouldn't it?

I mean the Lions defense would still suck, but at least it would be entertaining and could sell some tickets.

If I were Matt Millen and this offer were on the table, I would do it. I mean it's not that big of a risk its a 5th round pick, which you have 50 of this year.

How would that be similar, other than they are both black QB's?

Strong armed, good deep ball?

 

[jurb26]

Just for the fun of it. Lets say that happens. What do the Kitties do in the draft? The Raiders would definitely take Calvin Johnson and Detroit would have to at some point get a QB. I say they would get Russell. But they could pick someone up later. But Russell to Moss would look quite a bit like Culpepper to Moss wouldn't it?

I mean the Lions defense would still suck, but at least it would be entertaining and could sell some tickets.

If I were Matt Millen and this offer were on the table, I would do it. I mean it's not that big of a risk its a 5th round pick, which you have 50 of this year.

How would that be similar, other than they are both black QB's?

Strong armed, good deep ball?

Ummm, strong arm, great deap ball, mobile, big, strong, mobile, questionable ability to break down coverage. Seems like there is a lot in common on paper anyway. It's tiresome that people have to throw race around so often.

 

[hutchins929]

How would that be similar, other than they are both black QB's?

Are you serious?

 

[paperboy]

The Raiders and Lions trying to figure out a trade must be a little like two virgins in bed together in the dark.

Hard to argue with that

 

[hutchins929]

like two virgins in bed together in the dark.

As long as they are female and I was involved, I wouldn't have a problem with that!!!

 

[montana_grizzly_bears]

This is all merely a ...

edit: spelling

 

[ahmngrn30]

This is all merely a ply to motivate Tatum Bell...