Dunn asks for release from Falcons (1 Viewer)

[JohnnyU]

Somehow I don't think he views himself as a COP back, but he will soon find out differently. I still think he will retire before the season starts.

Warrick Dunn requests release from Falcons

Warrick Dunn has asked the Falcons to release him.

Just hours after the team completed a deal with his replacement, Michael Turner. Dunn's release has been inevitable since the new Thomas Dimitroff-led Falcons regime installed a power running system. Dunn could be of interest as a passing-down back in Tampa Bay, Houston, and Seattle. Mar. 2 - 10:54 pm et

Source: SI.com

 

[Chicago Hooligan]

"You didn't dump me, I dumped you."

 

[Brutis]

I wouldnt mind seeing Dunn in dallas backing up MBIII.

 

[cstu]

I wouldnt mind seeing Dunn in dallas backing up MBIII.

Nah, in SD backing up LT.

 

[JohnnyU]

I wouldnt mind seeing Dunn in dallas backing up MBIII.

There lies the problem, Dunn doesn't see himself as a backup to anyone. When he finally realizes that's all he is, he will retire.

 

[KellysHeroes]

Dunn should call it a career. He doesn't seem to have many injuries... hes earned his money. No pt in playing one more yr and dangering himself.

 

[cstu]

I wouldnt mind seeing Dunn in dallas backing up MBIII.

There lies the problem, Dunn doesn't see himself as a backup to anyone. When he finally realizes that's all he is, he will retire.

He's also never won a SB (or even been to one) so he might look at a backup job as a way to final get there.

 

[travdogg]

I actually think the best fit would be going back to Tampa.

He makes a fine change of pace for Graham and his presence allows Tampa to wait for Caddy to get healthy without having to rely on Bennett or draft a RB . Which means they'll be able to focus on getting younger on defense, WR and maybe QB.

 

[D_House]

He's long been a really good guy, and an asset to the NFL's public image. If he wants to play another year, I hope he finds a team that wants him.

 

[Killerclown]

Dunn will be a Lion.

 

[redman]

Dunn will be a Lion.

Is this a statement about reincarnation or do you have some football info to share?

 

[DoubleG]

Dunn will be a Lion.

Is this a statement about reincarnation or do you have some football info to share?

I'm onlt guessing, but the use of the proper noun would seem to indicate the NFL, as opposed to a reincarnative state. As a Bear fan, I hope he's right.

 

[Fiddles]

If Dunn lands in the right spot he will prove alot of people wrong.

 

[redman]

If Dunn lands in the right spot he will prove alot of people wrong.

I too think he's got some good football left. He's remained in good shape and seems to my eyes to be as explosive as ever. It's amazing that after a decade in the league of doing nothing but prove himself he still seems to get written off because of his size.

 

[Pimpin Ain't Easy]

I wouldnt mind seeing Dunn in dallas backing up MBIII.

There lies the problem, Dunn doesn't see himself as a backup to anyone. When he finally realizes that's all he is, he will retire.

That sounds like an assumption Johnny. Considering Dunn's character, I'm sure he's got a good grasp on his skill set and where he fits on the foood chain of NFL Rb's. He just see's the writing on the wall and would like another oppertunnity somewhere else IMO.

 

[Killerclown]

Just seems like Marinelli like to bring in as many former Bucs as possible and the Lions have already stated the want another RB to go with Jones.

 

[RedZone]

Tennessee would be intriguing. Perhaps he could mentor Lendale to instill some degree of a work ethic into him. Would provide depth to a position that has some vulnerability and his quiet leadership would support Vince Young's dynamic leadership to solidify an offense that outperformed the team situation and its talent last year.

 

[bigreese82]

Tennessee would be intriguing. Perhaps he could mentor Lendale to instill some degree of a work ethic into him. Would provide depth to a position that has some vulnerability and his quiet leadership would support Vince Young's dynamic leadership to solidify an offense that outperformed the team situation and its talent last year.

You beat me to it We don't have a true 3rd down back and Lendale gets tired easily. We have a good o-line and I could see where he would get tons of drop offs from a scrambling VY. Tennessee seems to be avoiding the big names and Atlanta is 3 1/2 hours away from TN and Fisher has always been high on Dunn

 

[Carter_Can_Fly]

I think Dunn has had a very productive career and has been extremely professional on and off the field. Dunn's next move however should be to retire. The demand for a 33 year old RB coming off his worst year as a pro is definitely going to be slim to none. I don't think there is any teams that will want his services for a year; definitely not for the type of RB Dunn is. If he was a goal line back ala Stephen Davis in 2005 at the age of 31 had 12 rushing TD's even though his ypc was 3.1. But Dunn is not that and he has very little to offer a team at this point in his career. People may say he will add leadership, which is true to an extent, but a football team is made up of 50 plus guys and if you can't find a younger leader who will contribute more than a 33 year old RB then I am afraid your franchise may be in trouble. Like I said, I really admire Dunn, but he needs to retire.

 

[D_House]

Tennessee would be intriguing. Perhaps he could mentor Lendale to instill some degree of a work ethic into him. Would provide depth to a position that has some vulnerability and his quiet leadership would support Vince Young's dynamic leadership to solidify an offense that outperformed the team situation and its talent last year.

You beat me to it We don't have a true 3rd down back and Lendale gets tired easily. We have a good o-line and I could see where he would get tons of drop offs from a scrambling VY. Tennessee seems to be avoiding the big names and Atlanta is 3 1/2 hours away from TN and Fisher has always been high on Dunn

Good point. Dunn is used to a scrambling style QB. Could be a good match.

 

[Steady Mooobin]

I heard on the morning radio that he was also interested in Dallas.

Does he have anything left in the tank?

 

[Jason Wood]

Lots of teams would bring aboard Warrick Dunn. He's a high character guy that can do a lot of things for you. I think too much is being made of this "he doesn't see himself as a backup" talk. What NFL player DOES see themselves that way? How often do you see guys signed as clear cut backups and they say something to the effect of, "I'm going to come in here and compete for the starting job."

I would imagine Dunn will sign with a team that he views as a contender, with the mindset that he can still be a productive starter IF the entrenched starter goes down to injury.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

I actually think the best fit would be going back to Tampa.He makes a fine change of pace for Graham and his presence allows Tampa to wait for Caddy to get healthy without having to rely on Bennett or draft a RB . Which means they'll be able to focus on getting younger on defense, WR and maybe QB.

I see him finishing as a Buc.

 

[tommyGunZ]

I'd absolutely love to see the Chargers bring Dunn in to backup LT with Darren Sproles. Dunn is the type of player who will help your team win games without even playing a snap on the field.

Go get him AJ.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

I'd absolutely love to see the Chargers bring Dunn in to backup LT with Darren Sproles. Dunn is the type of player who will help your team win games without even playing a snap on the field.Go get him AJ.

Actually I think Julius Jones is a better fit for SD.He'd do better with a good OLine and a blocking FB. I think JJ winds up behind LT2.

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

Dunn was still playing pretty well despite his age, and any team should be pleased to bring him in as a backup - he'll elevate the team culture, and man would I love to have Dunn mentoring my young back of the future if I was a coach. I'd be happy roster him as the last back in my fantasy draft because we know he can be a solid producer (still), and a coach would be happy to turn him if the starter goes down as he's one of the best "known quantities" among backup RBs.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Dunn was still playing pretty well despite his age, and any team should be pleased to bring him in as a backup - he'll elevate the team culture, and man would I love to have Dunn mentoring my young back of the future if I was a coach. I'd be happy roster him as the last back in my fantasy draft because we know he can be a solid producer (still), and a coach would be happy to turn him if the starter goes down as he's one of the best "known quantities" among backup RBs.

A scenario is certainly coming where Dunn can "go back home" to Tampa, mentor both Graham and a newly drafted RB, and be the solid #2 option of Graham falters or gets nicked. Plus, TB was a playoff team, certainly what Dunn wants.Seems like a perfect place for him to land.

 

[zadok]

Released.

http://www.kffl.com/hotw/nfl#454217

 

[zadok]

Dunn was still playing pretty well despite his age, and any team should be pleased to bring him in as a backup - he'll elevate the team culture, and man would I love to have Dunn mentoring my young back of the future if I was a coach. I'd be happy roster him as the last back in my fantasy draft because we know he can be a solid producer (still), and a coach would be happy to turn him if the starter goes down as he's one of the best "known quantities" among backup RBs.

A scenario is certainly coming where Dunn can "go back home" to Tampa, mentor both Graham and a newly drafted RB, and be the solid #2 option of Graham falters or gets nicked. Plus, TB was a playoff team, certainly what Dunn wants.Seems like a perfect place for him to land.

So what did they sign Bennett for? 4th RB?

 

[Capella]

The St. Pete Times is pretty convinced he's going to either Indy or Tampa, fwiw.

 

[Jeff Pasquino]

Dunn was still playing pretty well despite his age, and any team should be pleased to bring him in as a backup - he'll elevate the team culture, and man would I love to have Dunn mentoring my young back of the future if I was a coach. I'd be happy roster him as the last back in my fantasy draft because we know he can be a solid producer (still), and a coach would be happy to turn him if the starter goes down as he's one of the best "known quantities" among backup RBs.

A scenario is certainly coming where Dunn can "go back home" to Tampa, mentor both Graham and a newly drafted RB, and be the solid #2 option of Graham falters or gets nicked. Plus, TB was a playoff team, certainly what Dunn wants.Seems like a perfect place for him to land.

So what did they sign Bennett for? 4th RB?

I don't have the terms of Bennett's deal, but Dunn wasn't available at that time.Wait - just checked. Signing bonus of $750K, $750K for 2008. Um, that's really not that prohibitive to bring back Dunn.Plus TB went through several backs last year after Caddy and Pittman both lost time.

 

[DoubleG]

Dunn was still playing pretty well despite his age, and any team should be pleased to bring him in as a backup - he'll elevate the team culture, and man would I love to have Dunn mentoring my young back of the future if I was a coach. I'd be happy roster him as the last back in my fantasy draft because we know he can be a solid producer (still), and a coach would be happy to turn him if the starter goes down as he's one of the best "known quantities" among backup RBs.

As a Bears fan, I certainly would be pleased if they brought him to teach a few things regarding work ethic to Cedric Busten. He is similar to Thomas Jones in many respects - and they could probably land him for much cheaper than many other FA they might try to bring in.

 

[gianmarco]

Agreed, Tampa is a perfect fit for both parties. Underrated his entire career, even to the end.

 

[Maroney=Speed]

Dunn to NE.

Would work.

 

[JohnnyU]

Dunn was still playing pretty well despite his age, and any team should be pleased to bring him in as a backup - he'll elevate the team culture, and man would I love to have Dunn mentoring my young back of the future if I was a coach. I'd be happy roster him as the last back in my fantasy draft because we know he can be a solid producer (still), and a coach would be happy to turn him if the starter goes down as he's one of the best "known quantities" among backup RBs.

I saw a lot of sideline sulking from Dunn last year when asked to come out of the game. I sure didn't see him giving Norwood encouragement, or anyone else for that matter. Yes, Dunn is a great guy in the community, but I don't know how much help he would be to another RB. Maybe he would if he was the backup.

 

[einstein2u]

houston could work.

 

[3nOut]

Per KFFL:

Buccaneers | Team could be interested in DunnMon, 3 Mar 2008 09:28:56 -0800Rick Stroud, of the St. Petersburg Times, reports the Tampa Bay Buccaneers could be interested in free-agent RB Warrick Dunn (Falcons).

 

[Otis]

Dunn will be a Lion.

Is this a statement about reincarnation or do you have some football info to share?

 

[The Man with the Plan]

I must be missing something because Warrick Dunn was horrible the past 2 seasons. I'm sure he's a nice guy and all that but as an NFL running back he's basically useless.

 

[gianmarco]

I must be missing something because Warrick Dunn was horrible the past 2 seasons. I'm sure he's a nice guy and all that but as an NFL running back he's basically useless.

2006--1140 rushing yds, 4.0 ypc, 4 TDs. That's horrible?This last year was bad, but did any Falcon really have a good year with the exception of Roddy White? I think he's far from useless even at his advanced age.

 

[The Man with the Plan]

I must be missing something because Warrick Dunn was horrible the past 2 seasons. I'm sure he's a nice guy and all that but as an NFL running back he's basically useless.

2006--1140 rushing yds, 4.0 ypc, 4 TDs. That's horrible?This last year was bad, but did any Falcon really have a good year with the exception of Roddy White? I think he's far from useless even at his advanced age.

He started off strong in 06 then he fell like a rock. 1st half: 153 carries 688 yards 4.4 ypc2nd half: 133 carries 452 yards 3.3 ypcAnd in 2007 he was horrible. 227 rushes 720 yards 3.2 ypc. Cedric Benson was a better running back than Warrick Dunn last season. If that's not a sign it might be time to hang up the cleats I don't know what is.

 

[gianmarco]

I must be missing something because Warrick Dunn was horrible the past 2 seasons. I'm sure he's a nice guy and all that but as an NFL running back he's basically useless.

2006--1140 rushing yds, 4.0 ypc, 4 TDs. That's horrible?This last year was bad, but did any Falcon really have a good year with the exception of Roddy White? I think he's far from useless even at his advanced age.

He started off strong in 06 then he fell like a rock. 1st half: 153 carries 688 yards 4.4 ypc2nd half: 133 carries 452 yards 3.3 ypcAnd in 2007 he was horrible. 227 rushes 720 yards 3.2 ypc. Cedric Benson was a better running back than Warrick Dunn last season. If that's not a sign it might be time to hang up the cleats I don't know what is.

That's definitely a disturbing trend dating back to 2006 I didn't realize. He may have indeed hit the proverbial wall and reached the point of no return. Will be interesting to see what kind of short-term contract he gets and if he does anything left in the tank.

 

[Sigmund Bloom]

I must be missing something because Warrick Dunn was horrible the past 2 seasons. I'm sure he's a nice guy and all that but as an NFL running back he's basically useless.

2006--1140 rushing yds, 4.0 ypc, 4 TDs. That's horrible?This last year was bad, but did any Falcon really have a good year with the exception of Roddy White? I think he's far from useless even at his advanced age.

He started off strong in 06 then he fell like a rock. 1st half: 153 carries 688 yards 4.4 ypc2nd half: 133 carries 452 yards 3.3 ypcAnd in 2007 he was horrible. 227 rushes 720 yards 3.2 ypc. Cedric Benson was a better running back than Warrick Dunn last season. If that's not a sign it might be time to hang up the cleats I don't know what is.

That's definitely a disturbing trend dating back to 2006 I didn't realize. He may have indeed hit the proverbial wall and reached the point of no return. Will be interesting to see what kind of short-term contract he gets and if he does anything left in the tank.

Dunn was struggling through a shoulder injury that required surgery after 2006. Dunn's YPC doesn't tell the whole story in 2007. I would not say he was horrible based on that single stat. He was competent, took what was there, but he can't make something out of nothing anymore, and thats what it took to be productive in the Atlanta offense last year with the shape their line was in.

 

[Iwannabeacowboybaby!]

Dunn isn't a sexy addition but if he were to go to Dallas I'd be happy. The guy can still play football, is a great guy to have in the locker room.

IMO, Warrick Dunn makes your football team a better team in a lot of ways. He wouldn't be asked to carry the load. You could probably also get Dunn at a very nice price.

/support to become a Cowboy

 

[abricru]

He's long been a really good guy, and an asset to the NFL's public image. If he wants to play another year, I hope he finds a team that wants him.

Warrick Dunn is the player I admire the most in the NFL. As a Falcons fan I so hate the fact that he is leaving. He has done so much good for single mothers and has been one of the very few bright spots on our team. I think he would be an asset to any team that signs him. and I wish him all the best wherever he goes.

 

[a_rackowski]

Id love him in GB to backup Ryan Grant. a Heady Vet would do wonders for Rodgers when a blitz is coming from all angles.