Any word on Anthony Simmons? (1 Viewer)

[Big Log]

I drafted him late in one of my leagues and haven't heard anything on him lately other then a few tryouts. Am I grasping here or should I move onto someone else?

 

[Weiner Dog]

I'm assuming he's asking for too much $$$. Simmons will play in '05...I just don't think he'll get the pay-day he thinks he deserves.For what it's worth, the Bears said Simmons' wrist injury was the reason they did not sign him. This could be 90% of the story...or only 10% of the story. Simmons' contract demands have been hush-hush thus far.

 

[grady]

News on him has been really quiet since May 11 when he visited the Bears. My guess is that he will get picked up either very close to training camp or during camp when someone gets injured.Right now, however, I don't think there are any teams that would consider him a potential starter (except Green Bay and that ship has sailed already).

 

[Weiner Dog]

Right now, however, I don't think there are any teams that would consider him a potential starter (except Green Bay and that ship has sailed already).

I completely disagree. In fact, I think Simmons would be a starter on every NFL team with the exception of maybe DEN. Simmons is still one of the fastest LB's in the NFL and can play both WLB and SLB.It should be interesting to see where he lands over the next few weeks. I personally think N.O. will be his final resting place.

 

[-OZ-]

Right now, however, I don't think there are any teams that would consider him a potential starter (except Green Bay and that ship has sailed already).

I completely disagree. In fact, I think Simmons would be a starter on every NFL team with the exception of maybe DEN. Simmons is still one of the fastest LB's in the NFL and can play both WLB and SLB.It should be interesting to see where he lands over the next few weeks. I personally think N.O. will be his final resting place.

I think you're a bit off on that, but he should sign somewhere. I'd love to see him in KC, but only if Bell can play MLB. Otherwise, as odd as it sounds, AS isn't better than the Chiefs OLBs.

He also wouldn't start in Baltimore, but I digress, AS should sign somewhere, I would hope soon. (I have him in my main league)

 

[Weiner Dog]

Right now, however, I don't think there are any teams that would consider him a potential starter (except Green Bay and that ship has sailed already).

I completely disagree. In fact, I think Simmons would be a starter on every NFL team with the exception of maybe DEN. Simmons is still one of the fastest LB's in the NFL and can play both WLB and SLB.It should be interesting to see where he lands over the next few weeks. I personally think N.O. will be his final resting place.

I think you're a bit off on that, but he should sign somewhere. I'd love to see him in KC, but only if Bell can play MLB. Otherwise, as odd as it sounds, AS isn't better than the Chiefs OLBs.

He also wouldn't start in Baltimore, but I digress, AS should sign somewhere, I would hope soon. (I have him in my main league)

Do the Chiefs even have any LB's outside of Bell and DJ?? OK...I'm being harsh, but 1.) Kawika Mitchell hasn't lived-up to his 2nd-round draft status, 2.) Barber could very well start the season on the PUP list, 3.) Fujita is coming off surgery and is only a stop-gap player when healthy, and 4.) The Maz is toast.Simmons would unseat Tommy Polley from his starting WLB role within weeks of arrival in BALT.

I will say this...

It's difficult pimping a player who is not even on an NFL roster. Be kind to me if I'm wrong.

 

[-OZ-]

Right now, however, I don't think there are any teams that would consider him a potential starter (except Green Bay and that ship has sailed already).

I completely disagree. In fact, I think Simmons would be a starter on every NFL team with the exception of maybe DEN. Simmons is still one of the fastest LB's in the NFL and can play both WLB and SLB.It should be interesting to see where he lands over the next few weeks. I personally think N.O. will be his final resting place.

I think you're a bit off on that, but he should sign somewhere. I'd love to see him in KC, but only if Bell can play MLB. Otherwise, as odd as it sounds, AS isn't better than the Chiefs OLBs.

He also wouldn't start in Baltimore, but I digress, AS should sign somewhere, I would hope soon. (I have him in my main league)

Do the Chiefs even have any LB's outside of Bell and DJ?? OK...I'm being harsh, but 1.) Kawika Mitchell hasn't lived-up to his 2nd-round draft status, 2.) Barber could very well start the season on the PUP list, 3.) Fujita is coming off surgery and is only a stop-gap player when healthy, and 4.) The Maz is toast.Simmons would unseat Tommy Polley from his starting WLB role within weeks of arrival in BALT.

I will say this...

It's difficult pimping a player who is not even on an NFL roster. Be kind to me if I'm wrong.

Bell and DJ are the OLBs. I prefer both to Simmons.If Baltimore actually utilizes the 4-6, what role would Simmons play?

 

[Weiner Dog]

Right now, however, I don't think there are any teams that would consider him a potential starter (except Green Bay and that ship has sailed already).

I completely disagree. In fact, I think Simmons would be a starter on every NFL team with the exception of maybe DEN. Simmons is still one of the fastest LB's in the NFL and can play both WLB and SLB.It should be interesting to see where he lands over the next few weeks. I personally think N.O. will be his final resting place.

I think you're a bit off on that, but he should sign somewhere. I'd love to see him in KC, but only if Bell can play MLB. Otherwise, as odd as it sounds, AS isn't better than the Chiefs OLBs.

He also wouldn't start in Baltimore, but I digress, AS should sign somewhere, I would hope soon. (I have him in my main league)

Do the Chiefs even have any LB's outside of Bell and DJ?? OK...I'm being harsh, but 1.) Kawika Mitchell hasn't lived-up to his 2nd-round draft status, 2.) Barber could very well start the season on the PUP list, 3.) Fujita is coming off surgery and is only a stop-gap player when healthy, and 4.) The Maz is toast.Simmons would unseat Tommy Polley from his starting WLB role within weeks of arrival in BALT.

I will say this...

It's difficult pimping a player who is not even on an NFL roster. Be kind to me if I'm wrong.

Bell and DJ are the OLBs. I prefer both to Simmons.If Baltimore actually utilizes the 4-6, what role would Simmons play?

If the Chiefs were to sign Simmons (unlikely), Bell would most likely be moved to MLB and Mitchell would become a backup (assuming he's currently the starting MLB for the Chiefs).If the Ravens were to sign Simmons (highly unlikely), he would be the starting OLB opposite Adalius Thomas.

I see one of the following landing sites for Simmons:

NO (absolute junk at the OLB positions...best place for Simmons to land)

GB (Thompson does have talent, but just can't put it together)

NE (awaiting Bruschi's decision)

MIA (Seau is ancient)

CLE (Romeo, however, will probably not want Simmons' attitude on HIS team)

IND (only NO has a worse LB crew)

OAK (need a speedy playmaking OLB in their 3-4)

NYG (Green is the current WLB and he's coming off a serious knee injury)

 

[Bloom]

I see one of the following landing sites for Simmons:

NO (absolute junk at the OLB positions...best place for Simmons to land)

GB (Thompson does have talent, but just can't put it together)

NE (awaiting Bruschi's decision)

MIA (Seau is ancient)

CLE (Romeo, however, will probably not want Simmons' attitude on HIS team)

IND (only NO has a worse LB crew)

OAK (need a speedy playmaking OLB in their 3-4)

NYG (Green is the current WLB and he's coming off a serious knee injury)

NO: theyre happy with bockwoldt at WLB for now, and fincher could force watson to the outside.GB: simmons would be an upgrade from thompson/diggs/navies for sure

NE: they already got beisel and brown, hard to see a need for simmons

MIA: makes no sense as they have youngins like crowder, moore, and pope that deserve a look and they are in rebuilding mode.

CLE: the need is there with a very unimpressive group of LBs, but i agree, not a good fit.

IND: gardner and pope get a shot before they go with a vet.

OAK: agree with the need here. a lot of faith in guys like sam williams and travian smith.

NYG: can greisen play WLB? how about emmons? if not, there's a need here.

 

[-OZ-]

From the Lehman thread, might as well post it here, where it better belongs.This is what pisses me off about the Chiefs right now. They are going after Ty Law, a broken, formerly elite CB because Warfield is out 4 games. I don't blame them really, BUT - Go after ANTHONY SIMMONS. Put Bell in the freakin' middle, he'll do fine there, better than kawika for sure, Simmons as the SLB and DJ on the weak side. That would be a GREAT LB group. The line is getting better, the secondary is weak, but better. Teams would not be able to run on that group, and they'd pressure the QB, force bad throws, which leads to INTs (Espcially with Collins and Plummer as two rivals).

 

[Bloom]

From the Lehman thread, might as well post it here, where it better belongs.

This is what pisses me off about the Chiefs right now. They are going after Ty Law, a broken, formerly elite CB because Warfield is out 4 games. I don't blame them really, BUT - Go after ANTHONY SIMMONS. Put Bell in the freakin' middle, he'll do fine there, better than kawika for sure, Simmons as the SLB and DJ on the weak side. That would be a GREAT LB group. The line is getting better, the secondary is weak, but better. Teams would not be able to run on that group, and they'd pressure the QB, force bad throws, which leads to INTs (Espcially with Collins and Plummer as two rivals).

yeah as high as i was last year on mitchell's future, i think its time to cut the cord and realize that he's a backup LB in this league. i have no idea why the chiefs arent looking to play bell in the middle and at least get fujita in the lineup, if not get someone like simmons for cheap.

 

[-OZ-]

From the Lehman thread, might as well post it here, where it better belongs.

This is what pisses me off about the Chiefs right now. They are going after Ty Law, a broken, formerly elite CB because Warfield is out 4 games. I don't blame them really, BUT - Go after ANTHONY SIMMONS. Put Bell in the freakin' middle, he'll do fine there, better than kawika for sure, Simmons as the SLB and DJ on the weak side. That would be a GREAT LB group. The line is getting better, the secondary is weak, but better. Teams would not be able to run on that group, and they'd pressure the QB, force bad throws, which leads to INTs (Espcially with Collins and Plummer as two rivals).

yeah as high as i was last year on mitchell's future, i think its time to cut the cord and realize that he's a backup LB in this league. i have no idea why the chiefs arent looking to play bell in the middle and at least get fujita in the lineup, if not get someone like simmons for cheap.

Kawika is actually a heckuva special teams player, possible future Pro-Bowl caliber ST'er.

 

[helix]

Looks like he will not be helping anyone out this year.-- Simmons' Wrist Woes; Undergoes More Surgery --Mon Jul 25, 2005 ESPN's John Clayton reports former Seattle Seahawks LB Anthony Simmons is expected to sit out most of the 2005 season because of his lingering wrist problems. Last week, Simmons, a former Seahawks first-round choice and one of the team's best athletes for the past several years, underwent a second operation to repair problems with his left wrist. The surgery has a long recovery period and he might not be available until late in the season at best. Figuring he may need the season to get back his strength, Simmons is likely to sit out the year unless he has a quick recovery.

 

[Weiner Dog]

Looks like he will not be helping anyone out this year.

-- Simmons' Wrist Woes; Undergoes More Surgery --

Mon Jul 25, 2005

ESPN's John Clayton reports former Seattle Seahawks LB Anthony Simmons is expected to sit out most of the 2005 season because of his lingering wrist problems. Last week, Simmons, a former Seahawks first-round choice and one of the team's best athletes for the past several years, underwent a second operation to repair problems with his left wrist. The surgery has a long recovery period and he might not be available until late in the season at best. Figuring he may need the season to get back his strength, Simmons is likely to sit out the year unless he has a quick recovery.

 

[RAPTURE]

I hope he's not on anyone's active roster at this time.RAPTURE

 

[Big Log]

he was this morning but not anymore... :(

 

[Gringoloco]

Tough break for Simmons owners.Do dynasty owners even consider holding a roster spot for him? Only 29 years old.

 

[Bloom]

Tough break for Simmons owners.

Do dynasty owners even consider holding a roster spot for him? Only 29 years old.

no way, not when good prospects like marquise cooper arent being rostered. older LBs who used to be good and are fighting for jobs are a dime a dozen, even in large leagues.

 

[-OZ-]

If he's a FA all year, that means he won't be on IR.... right? Sucks, I might put him on IR and take the risk that he plays, and lose him.

 

[FightingWombat]

Tough break for Simmons owners.

Do dynasty owners even consider holding a roster spot for him? Only 29 years old.

I'll cut him prior to the season starting or sooner if I find someone else I want to take a flyer on.

 

[Weiner Dog]

Right now, however, I don't think there are any teams that would consider him a potential starter (except Green Bay and that ship has sailed already).

I completely disagree. In fact, I think Simmons would be a starter on every NFL team with the exception of maybe DEN. Simmons is still one of the fastest LB's in the NFL and can play both WLB and SLB.It should be interesting to see where he lands over the next few weeks. I personally think N.O. will be his final resting place.

Well...I was only eight months early with my prediction. Saints | Simmons signed

Fri, 17 Mar 2006 12:58:09 -0800

Len Pasquarelli, of ESPN.com, reports the New Orleans Saints have signed free agent LB Anthony Simmons (Seahawks) a one-year, $1.5 million contract. Simmons did not play in 2005 as he was recovering from a broken wrist.

 

[helix]

Right now, however, I don't think there are any teams that would consider him a potential starter (except Green Bay and that ship has sailed already).

I completely disagree. In fact, I think Simmons would be a starter on every NFL team with the exception of maybe DEN. Simmons is still one of the fastest LB's in the NFL and can play both WLB and SLB.It should be interesting to see where he lands over the next few weeks. I personally think N.O. will be his final resting place.

Well...I was only eight months early with my prediction. Saints | Simmons signed

Fri, 17 Mar 2006 12:58:09 -0800

Len Pasquarelli, of ESPN.com, reports the New Orleans Saints have signed free agent LB Anthony Simmons (Seahawks) a one-year, $1.5 million contract. Simmons did not play in 2005 as he was recovering from a broken wrist.

A) Will he startMy guess he will, but who knows what that year off did to him.

B) WLB or SLB

With Fujita probably at SLB, I would guess WLB

C) Value?

Possibly in the 25-35 area (like a Dansby/Greenwood/DSmith). Mild sleeper.

NO crew look like?:

Fujita- SLB

Watson/Fincher/Rook- MLB

Simmons-WLB

Much better than last year at least.

 

[Rozelle]

Simmons hasn't played since week 10 of '04. I'm curious about the particulars of his contract. I wouldn't put him in the starting line-up yet, he still has to make the team.

 

[Weiner Dog]

Simmons hasn't played since week 10 of '04. I'm curious about the particulars of his contract. I wouldn't put him in the starting line-up yet, he still has to make the team.

I like the fact that a wrist injury, as opposed to a leg or foot injury, prevented his return last year. Simmons' game is speed and his wheels shouldn't be broke at age 29. IMO, he should have an easy time slapping Bockwoldt from the lineup.

 

[Rozelle]

Simmons hasn't played since week 10 of '04.  I'm curious about the particulars of his contract.  I wouldn't put him in the starting line-up yet, he still has to make the team.

I like the fact that a wrist injury, as opposed to a leg or foot injury, prevented his return last year. Simmons' game is speed and his wheels shouldn't be broke at age 29. IMO, he should have an easy time slapping Bockwoldt from the lineup.

I'm not really up on his injury. How does a wrist injury totally keep you out of football for nearly a year and a half?

 

[Weiner Dog]

Simmons hasn't played since week 10 of '04. I'm curious about the particulars of his contract. I wouldn't put him in the starting line-up yet, he still has to make the team.

I like the fact that a wrist injury, as opposed to a leg or foot injury, prevented his return last year. Simmons' game is speed and his wheels shouldn't be broke at age 29. IMO, he should have an easy time slapping Bockwoldt from the lineup.

I'm not really up on his injury. How does a wrist injury totally keep you out of football for nearly a year and a half?

He jacked it up near the end of the '04 season. He had surgery in the offseason, but the wrist did not heal properly. He then had a second surgery eight months ago and waived the white flag on the '05 season.

 

[Rozelle]

Simmons hasn't played since week 10 of '04.  I'm curious about the particulars of his contract.  I wouldn't put him in the starting line-up yet, he still has to make the team.

I like the fact that a wrist injury, as opposed to a leg or foot injury, prevented his return last year. Simmons' game is speed and his wheels shouldn't be broke at age 29. IMO, he should have an easy time slapping Bockwoldt from the lineup.

I'm not really up on his injury. How does a wrist injury totally keep you out of football for nearly a year and a half?

He jacked it up near the end of the '04 season. He had surgery in the offseason, but the wrist did not heal properly. He then had a second surgery eight months ago and waived the white flag on the '05 season.

I see. Thanks