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Deion Branch - Torn ACL (1 Viewer)

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What would Lemmy do?
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http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?i...e=ESPNHeadlines

KIRKLAND, Wash. -- Seattle Seahawks coach Mike Holmgren said Tuesday that wide receiver Deion Branch will have surgery on his left knee to repair a torn anterior cruciate ligament.

At his end-of-the-season news conference at the team's headquarters in Kirkland, Holmgren said the six-year veteran got a second opinion from Dr. James Andrews, of Birmingham, Ala., and is expected to be out at least nine months and likely longer.

Branch was injured in the Seahawks' season-ending playoff loss at Green Bay on Saturday.

In addition, Holmgren says Jim Mora, an assistant coach with the Seahawks, was headed to Washington, D.C., Wednesday to interview for the Redskins' head coaching job left vacant by Joe Gibbs' retirement.

Mora is the former head coach of the Atlanta Falcons.

He served as assistant head coach and defensive backs coach for the Seahawks last season.
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they better try to sign Hackett quick. This receiving corps could be ugly. The Seahawks look like a team that could be in flux soon. Holmgren could leave. They are unsettled at RB and now this injury.

 
The Scientist said:
I sure wish the hawks did not give NE a #1 pick for Branch....I have hated that move since the start
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This is easy to say now but I've been saying it for awhile. His strong performance in the SB must have really elevated his worth in Seattle's mind because he's injury prone, a poor red zone target, and even with Brady throwing him the ball could never crack 1,000, 80 catches, or 5 TD's. Remember all those discussions this off season when we all questioned how good Moss would be this year because Brady liked to spread it around? Seems like a silly conversation now.
 
menobrown said:
The Scientist said:
I sure wish the hawks did not give NE a #1 pick for Branch....I have hated that move since the start
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This is easy to say now

but I've been saying it for awhile. His strong performance in the SB must have really elevated his worth in Seattle's mind because he's injury prone, a poor red zone target, and even with Brady throwing him the ball could never crack 1,000, 80 catches, or 5 TD's. Remember all those discussions this off season when we all questioned how good Moss would be this year because Brady liked to spread it around? Seems like a silly conversation now.
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A lot of people in Seattle have been saying he wasn't worth a #1 since day one.
 
They can franchise tag Hackett if need be - but they don't want to if they can get a deal.

The Seahawks will be fine even without Branch - as they were for what seemed like all year.

Engram

Hackett

Burleson

Obomanu

C. Taylor if need be

Replace Pollard with a new TE, get a RB via the draft or FA (or both) and they will be potent once again.

The real winners are Burleson and Obomanu here.

Almost forgot - if Charlie Frye really starts to "get it" and can be the #2, Seneca Wallace at WR is a distinct possibility.

 
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Jeff Tefertiller said:
they better try to sign Hackett quick. This receiving corps could be ugly. The Seahawks look like a team that could be in flux soon. Holmgren could leave. They are unsettled at RB and now this injury.
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No, not really. The Seahawks didn't really have Branch and Hackett together at all this year, and in my opinion, Hackett>Branch. Engram caught almost 100 balls, and Burleson actually played very well. Ben Obomanu looks like Hackett a couple years ago - this WR corps is going to be fine even if Branch doesn't see the field this year. Pollard was also hurt a good portion of the year and didn't play that well when he was hurt - almost anything is going to be an upgrade over that.We are unsettled at RB. So were GB, NE, and NYG early this year, and they're still playing. RB might be the most replaceable position.The Seahawks need offensive line help, a tight end, a running back, and if all goes perfect an upgrade at DE to play across from Kearney, as we absolutely cannot get a pass rush on the road. RB will be the easiest to fill, OL likely the hardest. Between the WR corps, Hasselbeck in his prime, the best LB corps in the league, the #2 vote getter in DPOY in Kearney, I don't see this team losing much of its identity from this year, which would seem to me to indicate that they're not really in flux. Holmgren didn't sound like a guy who was leaving at his press conference this morning. I hope the dude sticks around another year, but I'm happy we've got Jim Mora waiting in the wings. Regardless of all that, this is not a team in flux. This is a team with a solid nucleus and some glaring weaknesses, hopefully Ruskell can address those in the offseason.
 
Big Dumb Ape said:
Jeff Tefertiller said:
they better try to sign Hackett quick. This receiving corps could be ugly. The Seahawks look like a team that could be in flux soon. Holmgren could leave. They are unsettled at RB and now this injury.
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No, not really. The Seahawks didn't really have Branch and Hackett together at all this year, and in my opinion, Hackett>Branch. Engram caught almost 100 balls, and Burleson actually played very well. Ben Obomanu looks like Hackett a couple years ago - this WR corps is going to be fine even if Branch doesn't see the field this year. Pollard was also hurt a good portion of the year and didn't play that well when he was hurt - almost anything is going to be an upgrade over that.We are unsettled at RB. So were GB, NE, and NYG early this year, and they're still playing. RB might be the most replaceable position.The Seahawks need offensive line help, a tight end, a running back, and if all goes perfect an upgrade at DE to play across from Kearney, as we absolutely cannot get a pass rush on the road. RB will be the easiest to fill, OL likely the hardest. Between the WR corps, Hasselbeck in his prime, the best LB corps in the league, the #2 vote getter in DPOY in Kearney, I don't see this team losing much of its identity from this year, which would seem to me to indicate that they're not really in flux. Holmgren didn't sound like a guy who was leaving at his press conference this morning. I hope the dude sticks around another year, but I'm happy we've got Jim Mora waiting in the wings. Regardless of all that, this is not a team in flux. This is a team with a solid nucleus and some glaring weaknesses, hopefully Ruskell can address those in the offseason.
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Agreed. I think we franchise Trufant, resign Locklear, Brown and maybe Hackett. Upgrade at RB and TE in the draft, coerce Alexander to re-work his contract and pray Ruskell can work his magic and get Faneca (wishful thinking given our cap room, but not impossible).
 
Big Dumb Ape said:
Jeff Tefertiller said:
they better try to sign Hackett quick. This receiving corps could be ugly. The Seahawks look like a team that could be in flux soon. Holmgren could leave. They are unsettled at RB and now this injury.
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No, not really. The Seahawks didn't really have Branch and Hackett together at all this year, and in my opinion, Hackett>Branch. Engram caught almost 100 balls, and Burleson actually played very well. Ben Obomanu looks like Hackett a couple years ago - this WR corps is going to be fine even if Branch doesn't see the field this year. Pollard was also hurt a good portion of the year and didn't play that well when he was hurt - almost anything is going to be an upgrade over that.We are unsettled at RB. So were GB, NE, and NYG early this year, and they're still playing. RB might be the most replaceable position.

The Seahawks need offensive line help, a tight end, a running back, and if all goes perfect an upgrade at DE to play across from Kearney, as we absolutely cannot get a pass rush on the road. RB will be the easiest to fill, OL likely the hardest. Between the WR corps, Hasselbeck in his prime, the best LB corps in the league, the #2 vote getter in DPOY in Kearney, I don't see this team losing much of its identity from this year, which would seem to me to indicate that they're not really in flux.

Holmgren didn't sound like a guy who was leaving at his press conference this morning. I hope the dude sticks around another year, but I'm happy we've got Jim Mora waiting in the wings. Regardless of all that, this is not a team in flux. This is a team with a solid nucleus and some glaring weaknesses, hopefully Ruskell can address those in the offseason.
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Darryl Tapp down? He played the first few games the way Kerney played the second half of the season. He's a beast, will be in his third year and will get better with age. We could use some depth, but we already have two very, very good DEs. I think another big body in the middle will help the run stiffing (since Tubbs can't stay healthy) and that will help with the pass rush.The people saying the Hawks would be ok without Branch have to realize that it is not a given that Hackett will be there. They'll be ok without Branch only if Hackett comes back. And he knows his asking price just rose. I feel like as long as he is not unreasonable they will re-sign him as they have brought him along for years and only a fluke HAS ruined what should've been a top 15 WR season. I am very uncomfortable however with the idea of franchising him, he's not worth that much yet and we need to save that for Trufant if a deal cannot be worked for him. He's the key player to re-sign.

The OL needs a massive upgrade at the guard position and need to retain Locklear as well. And an athletic TE with his head on strait would be nice too. RB is a definite need but I think they need to go with BPA at OG, TE, or RB when their pick comes along.

The thing about Holmgren is that I don't think he'd leave unless a successor is in place. Mora is interviewing with the Skins and who knows who else and I don't know how I feel about him as a coach. Hard to judge by the Atlanta gig since this O is right in his scheme as opposed to Vick. He did an outstanding job with the secondary this season. I can't imagine Holmy leaving without a plan. I read that Holmgren is even open to an extension. As long as there is a no "3rd and long draw" clause, I would love to see him come back.

They have some tricky stuf to negotiate but I think a good core is there, especially on D. Some upgrades on the O spots that have fallen into disrepair and the Hawks should be in contention for yet another trip to the playoffs.

 
The Dreaded Marco said:
Big Dumb Ape said:
Jeff Tefertiller said:
they better try to sign Hackett quick. This receiving corps could be ugly. The Seahawks look like a team that could be in flux soon. Holmgren could leave. They are unsettled at RB and now this injury.
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No, not really. The Seahawks didn't really have Branch and Hackett together at all this year, and in my opinion, Hackett>Branch. Engram caught almost 100 balls, and Burleson actually played very well. Ben Obomanu looks like Hackett a couple years ago - this WR corps is going to be fine even if Branch doesn't see the field this year. Pollard was also hurt a good portion of the year and didn't play that well when he was hurt - almost anything is going to be an upgrade over that.We are unsettled at RB. So were GB, NE, and NYG early this year, and they're still playing. RB might be the most replaceable position.

The Seahawks need offensive line help, a tight end, a running back, and if all goes perfect an upgrade at DE to play across from Kearney, as we absolutely cannot get a pass rush on the road. RB will be the easiest to fill, OL likely the hardest. Between the WR corps, Hasselbeck in his prime, the best LB corps in the league, the #2 vote getter in DPOY in Kearney, I don't see this team losing much of its identity from this year, which would seem to me to indicate that they're not really in flux.

Holmgren didn't sound like a guy who was leaving at his press conference this morning. I hope the dude sticks around another year, but I'm happy we've got Jim Mora waiting in the wings. Regardless of all that, this is not a team in flux. This is a team with a solid nucleus and some glaring weaknesses, hopefully Ruskell can address those in the offseason.
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Agreed. I think we franchise Trufant, resign Locklear, Brown and maybe Hackett. Upgrade at RB and TE in the draft, coerce Alexander to re-work his contract and pray Ruskell can work his magic and get Faneca (wishful thinking given our cap room, but not impossible).
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I'm torn on that. He's a little older than I'd care for the job based on what I think he's going to be looking for money wise. He'd be a definite upgrade and bring a meanness they haven't had since Hutch but from the sounds of things he's looking for top dollar and there may be more economical ways to go. But as long as the other areas aren't neglected i'd be happy to have him in there.
 
Jeff Pasquino said:
They can franchise tag Hackett if need be - but they don't want to if they can get a deal.The Seahawks will be fine even without Branch - as they were for what seemed like all year.EngramHackettBurlesonObomanuC. Taylor if need beReplace Pollard with a new TE, get a RB via the draft or FA (or both) and they will be potent once again.The real winners are Burleson and Obomanu here.Almost forgot - if Charlie Frye really starts to "get it" and can be the #2, Seneca Wallace at WR is a distinct possibility.
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Word around town is that they are going to let Hackett walk because he is not a priority. More importantly they want to resign locklear and trufant. The reasoning behind letting Hackett walk is 1) he is not healthy a lot of the time and take a long time to recover from injury and 2) he doesn't practice well. They also do not feel he is worth the franchise tag.
 
saintfool said:
I hope Hackett can stay healthy next year.



I also hope they let Trufant walk and the Saints sign the guy.
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I don't see that happening at least this year. They'll franchise him before they let him go. A vast majority of the D will be back and he's too key to lose. None of the other CBs can play to his level. Maybe next offseason if they don't get a deal, but they'll franchise him fo sho if they don't get a deal ironed out. Hackett is NOT injury prone. He got a bad high ankle sprain in week 1 and it lingered. It won't be an issue next year. I really hope the re-sign him but I am worried now that with Branch out for at least half the season next year that his asking price will be too high.

 
mad sweeney said:
saintfool said:
I hope Hackett can stay healthy next year.



I also hope they let Trufant walk and the Saints sign the guy.
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I don't see that happening at least this year. They'll franchise him before they let him go. A vast majority of the D will be back and he's too key to lose. None of the other CBs can play to his level. Maybe next offseason if they don't get a deal, but they'll franchise him fo sho if they don't get a deal ironed out. Hackett is NOT injury prone. He got a bad high ankle sprain in week 1 and it lingered. It won't be an issue next year. I really hope the re-sign him but I am worried now that with Branch out for at least half the season next year that his asking price will be too high.
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The Scientist said:
mad sweeney said:
saintfool said:
I hope Hackett can stay healthy next year.



I also hope they let Trufant walk and the Saints sign the guy.
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I don't see that happening at least this year. They'll franchise him before they let him go. A vast majority of the D will be back and he's too key to lose. None of the other CBs can play to his level. Maybe next offseason if they don't get a deal, but they'll franchise him fo sho if they don't get a deal ironed out. Hackett is NOT injury prone. He got a bad high ankle sprain in week 1 and it lingered. It won't be an issue next year. I really hope the re-sign him but I am worried now that with Branch out for at least half the season next year that his asking price will be too high.
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How is getting a HAS in the first game that bothered him all season the same as injury prone? The same type of injury put Weaver on IR and that was discussed in Hackett's case. One injury doesn't make you injury prone.He played in 28 games his first two seasons on the team. And he missed those other games because he was low on the depth chart. Other than this season, I don't recall him getting seriously hurt before.

 
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While I understood Seattle's interest in obtaining Branch initially, I am reminded of the season the Patriots had him listed as either "questionable" or "doubtful" for roughly 10 consecutive weeks with a shin injury (he didn't play a down in that span) not unlike that of Peter Warrick. David Givens flourished in NE as a result of Branch's injury, and he, too, is now a memory like Warrick.

My point is about throwing money at damaged goods. Hackett, though, will be just fine as mad sweeney says.

I think the Seahawks maintain a pretty good core of receivers, and agree that the offensive line is the key. Faneca is not an unrealistic possibility, though Arizona may have the inside track given Alan's fondness for Whisenhunt and Grimm.

 
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