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Anyone think Moss WON'T end up in St Louis? (1 Viewer)
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Dismattle
Footballguy
According to Chris Mortenson, who is known for his fairly accurate intuition (and inside sources), the Rams are the #1 spot he'll most likely land. Mort says that we'll all know by 12:30 EST today, where Moss will land. Note that it isn't the NFL who will make the announcement, but the team that picks him up.
http://chat.nfl.com/front/index/1204?a_id=2Marc, New Jersey 2:10 PM CT <--Rams GM B. Devaney
Hi Billy, I know you would'nt remember me but we played baseball against other when I was at RBC and you were at Mater Dei. I've enjoyed following your career and I hope that you and Spags can finish the season on a relatively high note to impress our new owner. I know the Moss situation is tempting but am I correct in assuming that he doesn't meet the four pillars reqiurement? Good Luck!
General Manager Billy Devaney, Stlouisrams.com
We did own the Casey's, didn't we? As far as talking about specific players that have not been officially waived, I can't talk about them. We are constantly looking for ways to add to our team and we factor in many areas.
Randy Moss, MN, USA 2:12 PM CT
Hey Billy, When are you signing me? #84
General Manager Billy Devaney, Stlouisrams.com
That's it. I'm not answering any more damn questions. I'll be the one to ask the questions and answer them from this point on!
http://chat.nfl.com/front/index/1204?a_id=2Marc, New Jersey 2:10 PM CT <--Rams GM B. Devaney
Hi Billy, I know you would'nt remember me but we played baseball against other when I was at RBC and you were at Mater Dei. I've enjoyed following your career and I hope that you and Spags can finish the season on a relatively high note to impress our new owner. I know the Moss situation is tempting but am I correct in assuming that he doesn't meet the four pillars reqiurement? Good Luck!
General Manager Billy Devaney, Stlouisrams.com
We did own the Casey's, didn't we? As far as talking about specific players that have not been officially waived, I can't talk about them. We are constantly looking for ways to add to our team and we factor in many areas.
Randy Moss, MN, USA 2:12 PM CT
Hey Billy, When are you signing me? #84
General Manager Billy Devaney, Stlouisrams.com
That's it. I'm not answering any more damn questions. I'll be the one to ask the questions and answer them from this point on!
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Yeah yeah of course it won't happen-
I want Goodell to call me and some other fans in for a meeting and we discuss what is best for the fans.
I don't want to see a special WR go to Carolina (and a slew of other teams) and get poorly thrown passes thrown his way by poor quarterbacks. I don't want to see him be part of the implosion in Dallas.
I want to see DBs try and stop he and Calvin.
I really enjoy watching Bradford and when they had a game earlier this year that many caught, there was a thread here where many people stated as such too. He throws such a nice catchable ball that's so often in the perfect spot it's fun to watch even with these Rams WRs that might not even make other NFL teams. I'd love to see him throw those type passes to Moss.
I don't want to see him go to the Pats. I've seen that rerun before on TV.
Again, I know it wouldn't happen, but I sooo wish the fans could pick here.
I want Goodell to call me and some other fans in for a meeting and we discuss what is best for the fans.
I don't want to see a special WR go to Carolina (and a slew of other teams) and get poorly thrown passes thrown his way by poor quarterbacks. I don't want to see him be part of the implosion in Dallas.
I want to see DBs try and stop he and Calvin.
I really enjoy watching Bradford and when they had a game earlier this year that many caught, there was a thread here where many people stated as such too. He throws such a nice catchable ball that's so often in the perfect spot it's fun to watch even with these Rams WRs that might not even make other NFL teams. I'd love to see him throw those type passes to Moss.
I don't want to see him go to the Pats. I've seen that rerun before on TV.
Again, I know it wouldn't happen, but I sooo wish the fans could pick here.
Breesisdaman
Footballguy
If this happens bump Steven Jackson
Bump Amendola. Welker II in the making.
Traders2001
Footballguy
He wont make it to the Pats ( jets or Dolphins will take him , to make sure he doesnt go back to NE )he doesnt make it trough the waivers..
Traders2001
Footballguy
I agree with this , but i dont think Randy would be thrilled playing second fiddle to CJ ..
FantasyTrader
Footballguy
As a Bradford dynasty owner I'm seriously sweating Moss becoming a Ram. As all good bullies can, Randy is very adept at quickly figuring out who will back down to his BS and who won't. Bradford has been progressing as a pro better than anyone could have imagined and I don't need Moss in his ear all game about the number of passes he isn't getting.
Hopefully the Rams think about the possible long-term downside.
Hopefully the Rams think about the possible long-term downside.
packersfan
Footballguy
I don't think there would be any long-term concerns because I don't believe Moss would be in St. Louis beyond this season. But I agree that if it were me, I would not want to poison Bradford's development by bringing in Moss. Bradford has progressed extremely quickly and looked very good this season but while I realize the Rams badly need WR help I'm not sure it's worth investing in Moss given all the potential issues he could create for a very promising young QB in his first season.
They've already pretty much said they won't take him. Young team developing some good chemistry. No need to bring Moss in under those circumstances.Edit: The Detroit Lions are highly unlikely to pursue free-agent WR Randy Moss (Vikings), according to Tom Kowalski, of Mlive.com
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IF IF IFDoubt Moss has any negative effect on Bradford. Bradford is such a good kid-so much so it almost annoyed some the most macho OU fans that would rather he eat dirt. The tough guys don't want a "momma's boy" type thing.Oklahoma had their share of troublemakers in football and basketball and Bradford steered clear much like Blake Griffin did and both are real good kids. Also don't forget Bomar getting in trouble helped give Bradford a chance and his buddy Dez sat out last year.He's experienced or witnessed enough in life to know better.I'll be counting the minutes til Moss' first practice with him where he comes out and says something like "wow" to the press after the practice. Like Brady, Bradford can put it exactly where the pass needs to be. It'll be back on Moss that he'd better catch it. I don't imagine Moss whining too much.
Breesisdaman
Footballguy
You know Randy and Calvin would give the Jets defense fits this week
FantasyTrader
Footballguy
You're probably right. As a member of the Rams organization though, I'd seriously ask myself if we want to rock this boat.
Can't wait til the day all these "Welker II" guys get to see Marc Mariani on a regular basis
:( Gotta love a GM with a sense of humor. (I assume he was spoofing Moss' post-game "interview")
Sir Psycho
Footballguy
I'm waiting for the news so I can grab Amendola off waiver.
footballnerd
Footballguy
He should be on a roster in PPR leagues already. Not to mention leagues that score return yardage.I'm waiting for the news so I can grab Amendola off waiver.
footballnerd
Footballguy
FWIW: The official site of Randy Moss, he has a poll that says:
Where will Randy Play Next?
Seattle
Rams
Miami
An article initially said this poll included the Titans, but they aren't on the list anymore.
The results so far are:
Miami 39%
Rams 46%
Seattle 15%
Total Votes: 7811
Polling Ends: 12/2/2010
Where will Randy Play Next?
Seattle
Rams
Miami
An article initially said this poll included the Titans, but they aren't on the list anymore.
The results so far are:
Miami 39%
Rams 46%
Seattle 15%
Total Votes: 7811
Polling Ends: 12/2/2010
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singletary just said during an interview on KNBR680 that they are "happy with the team that they have now," meaning that they are not looking at claiming Moss or Merriman for that matter.
bollocks28
Footballguy
When should we actually know where he is going?
bicycle_seat_sniffer
Smells like chicken
team have until 4pm today to put in a claim, then I assume the waiver process runs. So we should know after 4pm today
bicycle_seat_sniffer
Smells like chicken
Randy Moss may sit out season depending on waiver claim Wed Nov 3, 02:30 PM
Free-agent WR Randy Moss (Vikings) is willing to sit out the rest of the season if he is not happy with the team that claims him off waivers, a source told Ian Rapoport, of the Boston Herald.
Link to story
Randy Moss player page
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Bills | Considering placing claim on Shawne Merriman Wed Nov 3, 02:25 PM
The Buffalo Bills are leaning toward placing a waiver claim on free-agent LB Shawne Merriman (Chargers), reports FOXSports.com's Jay Glazer
Free-agent WR Randy Moss (Vikings) is willing to sit out the rest of the season if he is not happy with the team that claims him off waivers, a source told Ian Rapoport, of the Boston Herald.
Link to story
Randy Moss player page
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Bills | Considering placing claim on Shawne Merriman Wed Nov 3, 02:25 PM
The Buffalo Bills are leaning toward placing a waiver claim on free-agent LB Shawne Merriman (Chargers), reports FOXSports.com's Jay Glazer
Wonderful.
heidbrink
Footballguy
I used to like this guy.
-jb-
Footballguy
So, if it goes down this way, what happens NEXT season? Is he a FA, or does he just demand a trade?
Ghost Rider
Footballguy
Moss is trying to pout his way back to NE, hoping that this little "I might sit out" message will get teams to rescind their waiver claims (can they do that after they have sent them in?) and he will be back with the Patriots. I hope some team claims him and he is stuck.
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dapunisher
Footballguy
I think a lot of players would float the prospect of sitting out. In similar circumstances with similar talent, I would change that to most players.
bicycle_seat_sniffer
Smells like chicken
Ghost Rider
Footballguy
The more you hear about this whole mess, the more you get the impression that he won't be happy at all unless he is back with the Patriots. And the funny part is that he was dogging it with them already and displaying a bad attitude, which is largely why they traded him, so it is not like he would go back there and suddenly give 100% all of the time and be a happy guy.
PatsFanCT
Footballguy
I think I read that the waiver process ends at 4:00 today, and if nobody claims him, he becomes a free agent with Minnesota paying the rest of his salery this year. Then he is free to sign with any team of his choosing. At this point, if he wasn't claimed, I'm thinking nobody wants to pay his salery if he's not going to play and becomes a locker room cancer.Pats will re-sign him for the veteran league minimum.
heidbrink
Footballguy
I can't help it but I'm picturing a Star Wars scene where sith lord BB rolls his fingers as he says to his apprentices... "all is going according to plan"
Romofan
Footballguy
per rotoworld (expanding on earlier post):
Citing a source close to Randy Moss, Ian Rapoport of the Boston Herald reports that Moss would be willing to sit out the remainder of the season if he dislikes the team that claims him off waivers.
Moss reportedly "wants a ring" from the team that claims him. Moss' agent, Joel Segal, has likely made the receiver's feelings known throughout the league. Obviously, it's going to be a prohibitive factor for less competitive clubs. According to Rapoport, Moss visited the Jets' facility on Tuesday because "He sees their potential and realizes their lack of deep threat." Moss apparently isn't a big Braylon Edwards fan. For what it's worth, Bodog.com has the Rams as the favorites for Moss at 7/2. He'll be officially claimed at 4ET
Citing a source close to Randy Moss, Ian Rapoport of the Boston Herald reports that Moss would be willing to sit out the remainder of the season if he dislikes the team that claims him off waivers.
Moss reportedly "wants a ring" from the team that claims him. Moss' agent, Joel Segal, has likely made the receiver's feelings known throughout the league. Obviously, it's going to be a prohibitive factor for less competitive clubs. According to Rapoport, Moss visited the Jets' facility on Tuesday because "He sees their potential and realizes their lack of deep threat." Moss apparently isn't a big Braylon Edwards fan. For what it's worth, Bodog.com has the Rams as the favorites for Moss at 7/2. He'll be officially claimed at 4ET
Ghost Rider
Footballguy
Someone refresh my memory: if a team claims Moss, and he decides to sit out the rest of the season, how does that work as far as his contract goes? Can't they just fine him for each missed game, essentially erasing all or most of what he is owed?
If so, certain teams would be stupid to not call his bluff and let him just waltz back to NE (if the Patriots do in fact want and would take him back).
If so, certain teams would be stupid to not call his bluff and let him just waltz back to NE (if the Patriots do in fact want and would take him back).
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GridironMenace
Footballguy
he would be a restricted FA, much like Vincent Jackson was this year. Bottom line is that Randy isn't going to sit, because he wants to be an unrestricted FA. However, Randy clearly won't give a 100% effort if he doesn't want to be there, so do these lower ranked teams (ala STL) really want to roll the dice that Randy is going to try? I say no. Randy to Miami or NE.
footballnerd
Footballguy
Teams will prob talk to Randy before submitting the claim to see if he feels he fits in. All others get a public statement how he'll sit out.
Wilbur Wood
Footballguy
Tweets from the beats:
Neither Jets or Seattle put in claims for Moss
Neither Jets or Seattle put in claims for Moss
Dazed and Confused
Footballguy
why would team above the Rams claim Moss if they have no chance at the playoffs ?
Dr. Awesome
Footballguy
Braylon and Holmes aren't deep threats? Okay, Randy. It would be fun to watch him try playing with their crappy qb.
packersfan
Footballguy
Jay Glazer just Tweeted that he's heard the Rams won't put in a claim for Moss.
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