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Greg Jennings Admits He May Leave GB Next Year (1 Viewer)
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sho nuff
Footballguy
Wow...big newsflash...a player admits he is on the last year of his contract.
Don't mean to sound harsh...its the nature of the business.
I don't see GB just letting him walk.
Possible tag to get another year out of him. This barring Cobb, Neslon, Jones, or Boykin just totally breaking out and showing that they can do without Jennings.
Even then, not sure I see them letting the guy leave for nothing...IMO he is still too valuable to the offense.
Don't mean to sound harsh...its the nature of the business.
I don't see GB just letting him walk.
Possible tag to get another year out of him. This barring Cobb, Neslon, Jones, or Boykin just totally breaking out and showing that they can do without Jennings.
Even then, not sure I see them letting the guy leave for nothing...IMO he is still too valuable to the offense.
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werdnoynek
Footballguy
in other news, sho nuff is still a pompous ###.
sho nuff
Footballguy
I edited my post before yours even showed up.But thanks for bringing absolutely nothing to the discussion other than an insult.Grow up.
werdnoynek
Footballguy
and what exactly did you bring to the discussion (pre-edit), fine sir?
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cstu
Footballguy
It's not exactly huge news, but it is him confirming that he thinks GB won't/can't resign him for his asking price. The franchise tag is an expensive choice to make at a position of strength for the Packers.
Solid news. We know the rhetoric is not over but the Packers stole a first round pick in the second round when they drafted Cobb. The kid can flat play. The reason he fell to them had a little to do with his college of choice (and I'm a Kentucky fan!).
Of course the Packers and Rodgers want Jennings back, but if he leaves, the cupboard is not bare.
Of course the Packers and Rodgers want Jennings back, but if he leaves, the cupboard is not bare.
GregR
Footballguy
I think that is inferring too much.He basically said his next contract could come from GB or another team. If he thinks it could come from GB then that rules out the inference he thinks GB won't/can't re-sign him.The most I think we can infer is that he's not willing to accept a subpar contract just to stay in Green Bay. If a market value contract has to come from another team then that's where he'll be playing.
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mikel0254
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It's noteworthy for dynasty leagues. Most people draft/trade based on the thought that player will be with the same team going forward. MOST people don't assume a change in teams (insert the typical snarky "sharks assume a change in team" response).Not having Rodgers throwing him the ball next year changes his perceived value. It could be just rhetoric, but if he doesn't think he will/can re-sign, it's at least noteworthy.
benson_will_lead_the_way
Footballguy
Out of line twice in the same topic. The SP deserves more from you.
Pipes
Footballguy
I think there is a good chance he'll be gone. Rodgers and Matthews will be up in the next couple of years and will command huge dollars and need to be paid. Raji's up soon too. While I like Jennings and think he's been a great WR it is a position of strength for the Pack and I'd hate to give a 30 year old WR huge money when they have other solid options. I could see him resign if he gives them a hometown discount but not at the contract amount that Vincent Jackson got.
cstu
Footballguy
You're right, that's my read from it. They may re-sign him but I've seen it too often that once a guy starts talking about leaving he ends up leaving. With so many good receivers - Nelson, Jones and Cobb - they don't have much incentive to sign him to a VJax-like contract.
GregR
Footballguy
Not to mention that Green Bay has a front office that hasn't driven hard bargains or shied away from letting walk a player that they've had success with.But, I'd also just file this under a keep an eye on it tag for now. If they've kept Driver this long, the Packers may very well hang on to him.
BallparkFrank
Footballguy
Things change really fast in the NFL. Jennings could be a concussion away from being a guy the Packers have no interest in re-signing - you just never know.
Tau837
Footballguy
Captain Hook
Footballguy
Except that Driver was willing to stay for below market money
werdnoynek
Footballguy
exactly, i don't see the packers paying jennings top dollar to stay... we have nice depth behind him and i think boykins could end up being a replacement. jennings isn't exactly a world beater, he can ball but i think he's easier to replace than other WR1's on some teams. if he's looking for a big pay day, the packers aren't going to be the team paying him imo.
smackdaddies
Footballguy
bingo. With his history, and the new nfl rules, I don't see his long term value being megastar range. Sucks to be him.
cr8f
Footballguy
Finley may leave too, sounds like reporters trying to create stories out of blind speculation. If Finley leaves DJ Williams could be next in line-I see that as more likely.
LHucks is still pushing his hate?
In my 2 leagues he finished 8th in games he played last year.
From today
D.J. Williams: “We just need to call up Barnum and Bailey circus and wrestle some tigers instead of cows and I think we’ll be ready."
LHucks is still pushing his hate?
In my 2 leagues he finished 8th in games he played last year.
From today
D.J. Williams: “We just need to call up Barnum and Bailey circus and wrestle some tigers instead of cows and I think we’ll be ready."
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Alex P Keaton
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Question for the mods: why do we have to keep putting up with statements like the bold?
LHUCKS
Footballguy
ImTheScientist
Footballguy
I tend to agree with this. Cobb will step right in and produce next year. I dont see them overpaying for him after this year.
LHUCKS
Footballguy
Abspara
Footballguy
The only Bump with Finley is the ball when it bounces off his chest and onto the ground
Kidding aside, I think Jennings will be resigned somehow. The beancounters will figure out a creative way to make it work. He's part of what makes the offense as good as it is.
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Dought Man
Footballguy
Green Bay is a smart organization...of course they won't overpay for Jennings when they can find someone else to suitably step in at a fraction of the cost.
LHUCKS
Footballguy
He'll have to take below market to do so IMHO. Which may not be a bad move for him all things considered. He could go to a lesser team and be forgotten within two years.The only Bump with Finley is the ball when it bounces off his chest and onto the ground
Tau837
Footballguy
What exactly do you find wrong with the statement? I have found LHUCKS as annoying at times, but I also see him getting a lot of flak lately that is undeserved. Like this.
LHUCKS
Footballguy
correct and they've made similar moves in recent history.
cr8f
Footballguy
Everyone knows he hates the guy already. Why does he keep doubling down?
When Jennings finally gets hurt or loses his edge he can see I told you so? Everyone has players they don't like but most don't comment this much about it(thank God).
Alex P Keaton
Footballguy
Seriously? He's not adding information at all - or even a perspective - he's illogically using it as an "I told you so" chest-thumping moment, by claiming it validates his view on Jennings. Which it doesn't.It's just more bull#### to have to wade through in these threads. (and yeah - I'm compounding the error by mentioning it, but frankly it just pisses me off)
Back to the topic:
Ted Thompson is a great GM, so nobody should be terribly shocked that Jennings might leave town. TT will evaluate the cost of keeping Jennings around, and balance it against the "loss" if he leaves. Jennings is a team guy all around, a great locker room leader, the type of veteran that helps teams win trophies. But if he wants VJax money, it ain't happening. Not for Lhucks reasons, but rather because a) VJax isn't worth that much, b) too many other players at what TT considers "critical/tough to replace positions", c) a desire not to lock up an "older" veteran for crazy money. If Jennings was 26-27 right now, TT would sign him and the cost would be very large.
Very much hope that Jennings gives the Pack a hometown discount for a variety of reasons, including family stuff. He's a family man, wouldn't be surprising if he stayed in GB for less money to keep family stability and a small town atmosphere.
sho nuff
Footballguy
I think he knows they will play hardball and have some depth there to do so.Especially given his likely asking price.While an expensive choice...the tag allows them one more year as he pushes to a 30 year old WR (not the same as other positions...but TT likes to keep em young).'cstu said:
Pipes
Footballguy
Hucks thinks he's overrated because he doesn't have the physical size of an Andre Johnson or Julio Jones and he doesn't have elite speed. Even though he consistently puts up top 5-10 numbers year in and year out. Called him GB's 4th most talented target in another thread.'Just Win Baby said:
sho nuff
Footballguy
And you are adding what?Sorry, but responding to someone calling me a pompous ### is not out of line as much as the one slinging the insult...and you doing this.This topic is not about me...please stop trying to make it that way.If you want to add something...do it. I realized I acted too quickly and edited my first post immediately.Grow up.'benson_will_lead_the_way said:
benson_will_lead_the_way
Footballguy
Throwing out insults doesn't make you right...but whatever makes you feel better about yourself
sho nuff
Footballguy
Someone else has to step up though is the problem.Despite the minority opinion of some...Jennings is a talented guy...especially in this system.Jones has never stepped up. I don't think they can do it with just Jordy and Cobb.Boykin could be that guy...but a lot to prove there yet.The thing that gives me hope with signings like this going forward (Matthews and Rodgers and Raji too).-Driver...I don't think they hold him past this year.-Pickett...not sure how much longer they keep him.-Woodson...can see a restructure here if his play diminishes more.-Hawk...not sure I see him past this year if Bishop comes back and Smith plays well (plus the guys behind him right now...I would not be shocked if someone overtakes him this year).Thats a decent amount of change coming off the books.Raji...IMO...this guy must also play better. Yes, he was counted on to play too much last year and it showed. But he has not been a dominating force inside as consistently as he needs to in order to hit that big pay day.'Dought Man said:
sho nuff
Footballguy
I have not thrown an insult.AGain...do you have anything to actually add to the topic???Throwing out insults doesn't make you right...but whatever makes you feel better about yourself
MAC_32
Footballguy
This is why the Packers will consider franchising him, the risk being does he hold out when the Pack offers him market value when he knows he'd get more elsewhere. Obviously if Cobb doesn't step up as expected this is moot as the Pack will have to pay Jennings or add a plan B in the offseason (not their M.O.), but again that's why it's a non-issue until February.Maybe kick the tires on a trade possibility in dynasty if you don't want to deal with the potential headache, but that's about it.
sho nuff
Footballguy
I think franchise makes about the most sense for them.Gives them time to develop another WR...or decide...hey, we really need a few more years of 85.Anyone doubting Jennings' importance go back and watch the NFL networks sound bites from that Super Bowl.Listen to the STeelers players talk about who they were keying on and he was still having his way with them.One of the biggest catches in the game too on that 3rd and 10 late in the 4th.Or just read this...http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/sports/168477696.html
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cstu
Footballguy
Didn't mean it that way - more of the "Confess to be true or to be the case, typically with reluctance" definition.
scrumptrulescent
Footballguy
Jennings is very talented and not only a great receiver, but a great guy. He's a perfect fit for GB and may just give them a small discount to stay. And Ted Thompson is good to his own so don't be surprised if Greg resigns during the season.
Chicago Hooligan
Footballguy
Jennings isn't going anywhere. His 2010 was one of the best Packers WR seasons ever.
⚡DEADHEAD⚡
Footballguy
Jesus Christ guys. Grow the F up. Move the conversation to PM please.I have not thrown an insult.AGain...do you have anything to actually add to the topic???Throwing out insults doesn't make you right...but whatever makes you feel better about yourself
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