Corey Dillon to visit Titans (1 Viewer)

[trader jake]

Per PFT

Adam Caplan of Scout.com reports that free-agent running back Corey Dillon soon will be visiting the Tennessee Titans.Dillon, a one-time holder of the single-game rushing record, was cut by the Patriots on March 2. He has not drawn significant interest in free agency.

Seems obvious that the Titans will add another RB before training camp. Corey Dillon would be an odd choice to me.

 

[BigRed]

Corey Dillon would be an odd choice to me.

Because..........Course this assumes a) he doesn't cost much and b) it's a short-term contract. I think even Dillon knows he isn't more than "stop-gap" anymore. And even at his age there is little if anything out there better.

 

[chris1969]

Fisher made it sound as if they planned on having another RB on their roster, not sure if it's the draft or FA. I wouldn't start trying to trade for the Fat Boy just yet.

 

[Couch Potato]

Corey Dillon would be an odd choice to me.

Because..........Course this assumes a) he doesn't cost much and b) it's a short-term contract. I think even Dillon knows he isn't more than "stop-gap" anymore. And even at his age there is little if anything out there better.

Yeah, I agree. Dillon would seem like a good temporary investment, someone to help them buy a year to figure out whether LenDale is going to become the real deal or a mistake.

 

[chris1969]

BTW I should have explained better, Fisher's comments were on NFLN. they interviewed him at the owners meetings.

 

[tex]

I think Dillon still has a lot left in the tank and would be the instant starter in Tennessee. And with the threat of VY, Dillon could have a very good season there.

 

[trader jake]

Dillon would seem to be an odd fit to me for a few reasons...

1) Fisher is in the middle of a complete rebuilding right now and would be better served bringing in as many high character guys as possible. The incidents involving Pac Man and Haynesworth almost demand character be a top priority for a player being added of the Titans roster right now. Once Dillon left the Bengals his "issues" disappeared but the guy isn't exactly a boy scout and he's not known as a leader. That's fine on a veteran led team with championship aspirations like the Patriots, but with Tennessee I could see issues arising, especially if they are knocked from playoff contention and his playing time is cut considerably.

2) Dillon is no longer a 15+ carry a game player and would be best served as a goal line specialist who would run the ball 10 times a game to spell a starting RB in the FWP mold (for example). If anything, the Titans would be wise to find out if LenDale can get the job done at the goal line first. Even if his weight is higher than they hope this would seem to be one area that he could excel right now. As/If his conditioning improves he can earn more carries and gradually increase his workload.

3) Vince Young needs a back who can catch the ball out of the backfield and keep the chains moving. Dillon's hands are fine but he's not a great threat out of the backfield. With the lack of playmakers at wideout the defense must be stretched by the RB...Dillon just isn't that player any longer.

Basically, the Titans would be better served to add another young running back who has a different skill set than LenDale White can offer the team. This might sound like a stretch right now but I wouldn't be surprised if Marshawn Lynch falls into their lap at 1.19. His skillset is much higher than the Titans can reasonably expect to sign as a free agent but resigning Chris Brown makes a lot more sense to me that bringing in Dillon. If the Titans sign Corey Dillon I would take that as a VERY bad sign for LenDale White's NFL prospects.

 

[mtffl2]

I think Dillon still has a lot left in the tank and would be the instant starter in Tennessee. And with the threat of VY, Dillon could have a very good season there.

you are just saying this because you are a Texan fan and want us to be bad !!!i agree that if we sign Dillon, then that will be a very bad sign for Lendale.... we need a #1 RB (which neither lendale of dillon is)

 

[wannabee]

I think everyone needs to remember that Dillon is 32 years old and will be 33 in October. Not many Rbs of that age produce.

 

[Riffraff]

Fisher made it sound as if they planned on having another RB on their roster

No team enters the season with 2 RBs on the roster. It's a guarantee they add at least 1 more regardless of anyone's opinion of Lendale.

 

[redman]

This suggests that things aren't going to work out with Chris Brown resigning in TN.

 

[Couch Potato]

This suggests that things aren't going to work out with Chris Brown resigning in TN.

Here's a scenario for you. Dillon to TEN, Turner to GB along with a 1st round pick swap (not my idea, it's been rumored), and then Chris Brown signs in SD. He still makes more sense in BUF though, unless they are set on Lynch.

 

[zamboni]

Titans | Team scheduled to meet with Dillon

Mon, 2 Apr 2007 06:31:10 -0700

Jim Wyatt, of the Tennessean, reports the Tennessee Titans are scheduled to meet with free agent RB Corey Dillon (Patriots) Wednesday, April 4.

I'm as excited as you are.

 

[Colin Dowling]

Yuck. While it saves a draft pick that presumably would have gone to an RB, I think that Dillon is not a great choice here.

 

[BigJim®]

This suggests that things aren't going to work out with Chris Brown resigning in TN.

Or, it could mean the opposite: that Chris Brown continues to expect starter's pay and they are getting leverage by leaking that they may be going a different direction.

 

[Tag]

Yuck. While it saves a draft pick that presumably would have gone to an RB, I think that Dillon is not a great choice here.

Teaming up with Lendale white for a year is not a bad move for the Titans. It would give them a chance to see what Lendale can do with having a solid veteran getting some carries.

 

[J R]

Trader Jake wrote:

1) Fisher is in the middle of a complete rebuilding right now and would be better served bringing in as many high character guys as possible. The incidents involving Pac Man and Haynesworth almost demand character be a top priority for a player being added of the Titans roster right now. Once Dillon left the Bengals his "issues" disappeared but the guy isn't exactly a boy scout and he's not known as a leader. That's fine on a veteran led team with championship aspirations like the Patriots, but with Tennessee I could see issues arising, especially if they are knocked from playoff contention and his playing time is cut considerably.

Since we're hearing about Dillon coming in for a visit after hearing about Lendale's massive weight gain (260 going on 290 according to Pasquino), it could be an attempt to scare White skinny?That coud be one way to create character, perhaps? (It's all a ploy to motivate _____ )

 

[enfuego]

This suggests that things aren't going to work out with Chris Brown resigning in TN.

Here's a scenario for you. Dillon to TEN, Turner to GB along with a 1st round pick swap (not my idea, it's been rumored)...

Where or post the link please...

 

[enfuego]

This suggests that things aren't going to work out with Chris Brown resigning in TN.

I agree...Brown fell out of favor BIG TIME last year in TN and they are not in favor of bringing him back. Maybe in a "plan C" scenario.I think Turner is at the top of their list. In fact he is AT Baptist Sports Park as I write this...followed by Dillon, and Maurice Hicks and Brown. If they sign Dillon, watch for another developing RB to be possibly added as well.

 

[trader jake]

Where or post the link please...

Turner trade possibilities were/are being discussed hereWith the investment in White I don't see the logic in acquiring a big time back at this time. If White doesn't figure it out this year then next year at this time the Titans should go out and get a RB with upside. To do so this offseason would be a mistake unless Fisher believes Turner is a truly special player.

 

[enfuego]

Where or post the link please...

Turner trade possibilities were/are being discussed hereWith the investment in White I don't see the logic in acquiring a big time back at this time. If White doesn't figure it out this year then next year at this time the Titans should go out and get a RB with upside. To do so this offseason would be a mistake unless Fisher believes Turner is a truly special player.

You obviously believe Turver is not a special player...Many others would disagree or at least feel he is the Matt Schaub of this year's RB class...not entirely unproven like the rookies and therefore worth paying a bit more for.

 

[Steel Mike Tomczak]

Where or post the link please...

Turner trade possibilities were/are being discussed hereWith the investment in White I don't see the logic in acquiring a big time back at this time. If White doesn't figure it out this year then next year at this time the Titans should go out and get a RB with upside. To do so this offseason would be a mistake unless Fisher believes Turner is a truly special player.

You obviously believe Turver is not a special player...Many others would disagree or at least feel he is the Matt Schaub of this year's RB class...not entirely unproven like the rookies and therefore worth paying a bit more for.

Turner proved himself last year, I think we can all agree he was used as a RB3 in some deeper leagues. As for Dillon, I wouldnt cite PFT or TJ as legitimate sources. I would be surprised if they went for him as an aging back , but ya never know. If they sign Dillon they will be showing alot of faith in their current situation, since Dillon isnt really a solid foundation. Turner would be IMO. I wouldn't liken him to Schaub, because Schaub saw action in a handful of games in the past 2 years (I believe one or two last year and thats it). Turner has a bit of a resume after spelling LT so well last year.

 

[CA_7]

With the investment in White I don't see the logic in acquiring a big time back at this time. If White doesn't figure it out this year then next year at this time the Titans should go out and get a RB with upside. To do so this offseason would be a mistake unless Fisher believes Turner is a truly special player.

Considered a steal in the 2nd (from TEN's perspective) and here is his contract: 2009 530000.002006 275000.002007 360000.002008 445000.00Not sure how White is considered an "investment:. With all these RB free agents visiting makes more sense why Fisher is stating he is not worried about White’s weight. Why show your cards to other teams and agents in regards to how bad your RB situation is…

 

[trader jake]

With the investment in White I don't see the logic in acquiring a big time back at this time. If White doesn't figure it out this year then next year at this time the Titans should go out and get a RB with upside. To do so this offseason would be a mistake unless Fisher believes Turner is a truly special player.

Considered a steal in the 2nd (from TEN's perspective) and here is his contract: 2009 530000.002006 275000.002007 360000.002008 445000.00Not sure how White is considered an "investment:. With all these RB free agents visiting makes more sense why Fisher is stating he is not worried about White’s weight. Why show your cards to other teams and agents in regards to how bad your RB situation is…

A 2nd round pick is an investment in and of itself. Waste enough of those 1st day picks and any team will suffer because talent that should be acquired through the draft will have to be acquired via free agency. Cap problems can easily result or the team will just not be able to compete talent wise. Tennessee's problems in both areas the past few seasons (first the cap issues and then the talent depletion to correct it) would be a perfect example.The latest blurb is that the Titans are progressing enough with Michael Turner that they have postposed their visit with Corey Dillon until next week...

TITANS MAKING PROGRESS WITH TURNER?Terry McCormick of the Nashville City Paper reports that the Tennessee Titans are in negotiations with Chargers running back Michael Turner.Though nothing is imminent, enough progress has been made to prompt the Titans to postpone the scheduled visit of running back Corey Dillon to next week.Turner is a restricted free agent, tendered at the highest possible level. If the Titans sign him to an offer sheet and the Chargers do not match it, the Chargers would get Tennessee's first-round pick and third-round pick in the April 28 draft.Alternatively, the Titans could work out a trade with the Chargers while working out a long-term contract with Turner. McCormick also reports that the Titans are talking to San Diego regarding a possible deal.

And we were worried about what the signing of Dillon would mean for Lenale's prospects? If the Tiatsn reach a contract with Turner and acquire him from the Chargers you can stick a fork in White as far as I'm concerned.

 

[acaplan]

With the investment in White I don't see the logic in acquiring a big time back at this time. If White doesn't figure it out this year then next year at this time the Titans should go out and get a RB with upside. To do so this offseason would be a mistake unless Fisher believes Turner is a truly special player.

Considered a steal in the 2nd (from TEN's perspective) and here is his contract: 2009 530000.002006 275000.002007 360000.002008 445000.00Not sure how White is considered an "investment:. With all these RB free agents visiting makes more sense why Fisher is stating he is not worried about White’s weight. Why show your cards to other teams and agents in regards to how bad your RB situation is…

A 2nd round pick is an investment in and of itself. Waste enough of those 1st day picks and any team will suffer because talent that should be acquired through the draft will have to be acquired via free agency. Cap problems can easily result or the team will just not be able to compete talent wise. Tennessee's problems in both areas the past few seasons (first the cap issues and then the talent depletion to correct it) would be a perfect example.The latest blurb is that the Titans are progressing enough with Michael Turner that they have postposed their visit with Corey Dillon until next week...

TITANS MAKING PROGRESS WITH TURNER?Terry McCormick of the Nashville City Paper reports that the Tennessee Titans are in negotiations with Chargers running back Michael Turner.Though nothing is imminent, enough progress has been made to prompt the Titans to postpone the scheduled visit of running back Corey Dillon to next week.Turner is a restricted free agent, tendered at the highest possible level. If the Titans sign him to an offer sheet and the Chargers do not match it, the Chargers would get Tennessee's first-round pick and third-round pick in the April 28 draft.Alternatively, the Titans could work out a trade with the Chargers while working out a long-term contract with Turner. McCormick also reports that the Titans are talking to San Diego regarding a possible deal.

And we were worried about what the signing of Dillon would mean for Lenale's prospects? If the Tiatsn reach a contract with Turner and acquire him from the Chargers you can stick a fork in White as far as I'm concerned.

Dillon would only be looking at 8-10 carries a game if the Titans signed him so it wouldn't be that big of a deal (that's about all he's capable of at this point). If they dealt for Turner, all bets are off for White.

 

[Traders2001]

I think Dillon still has a lot left in the tank and would be the instant starter in Tennessee. And with the threat of VY, Dillon could have a very good season there.

You have to be kidding , Dillon is so finished it s not even a joke . He cant run 30 yards without having to call 9-1-1.

 

[Tag]

I think Dillon still has a lot left in the tank and would be the instant starter in Tennessee. And with the threat of VY, Dillon could have a very good season there.

You have to be kidding , Dillon is so finished it s not even a joke . He cant run 30 yards without having to call 9-1-1.

Dillon is a monster down by the goal line, he can still pound it in with the best of them.

 

[msommer]

I think Dillon still has a lot left in the tank and would be the instant starter in Tennessee. And with the threat of VY, Dillon could have a very good season there.

You have to be kidding , Dillon is so finished it s not even a joke . He cant run 30 yards without having to call 9-1-1.

Dillon is a monster down by the goal line, he can still pound it in with the best of them.

Maybe with the Patriots he was but IIRC with the Bengals it was pathetic so often he came up short at the stripe

 

[Tag]

I think Dillon still has a lot left in the tank and would be the instant starter in Tennessee. And with the threat of VY, Dillon could have a very good season there.

You have to be kidding , Dillon is so finished it s not even a joke . He cant run 30 yards without having to call 9-1-1.

Dillon is a monster down by the goal line, he can still pound it in with the best of them.

Maybe with the Patriots he was but IIRC with the Bengals it was pathetic so often he came up short at the stripe

The Bengals as a whole back then were pretty pathetic.