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Jamal Lewis News (1 Viewer)
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Aaronstory
Footballguy
LinkMeanwhile, a report that the Packers were pursuing Baltimore free agent running back Jamal Lewis is untrue. Lewis is not scheduled to visit the Packers.
Jeff Pasquino
Footballguy
JLewis has said on several occasions that he doesn't want to be a pass catcher, but will for the good of the team. They used to accommodate his odd request by putting in a 3rd down back (Musa Smith), but this "tell" isn't great for any offense.
A veteran complimented by Musa and/or a rookie pick (Bush it seems) appears the most likely scenario.
redman
Footballguy
reported on WNST this AM but haven't seen it in print anywhere else. Spencer Folau (from OL) works for the station so that might be where they got the scoop.
I'm giving you the news before it officially happens---the word was this is done and Edwin has been notified, fueling the speculation that the RB situation is next on the radaryou'll just have to trust me on this one, for now
...and I'm a "sign Dillon and draft MBush" guy, FWIW
redman
Footballguy
That's cool. I don't doubt your sincerity, I was just wondering about the source. I'm intrigued about Mulitalo as a FA signing candidate for the 'Skins to replace Dockery, which is why I'm asking.I'm giving you the news before it officially happens---the word was this is done and Edwin has been notified, fueling the speculation that the RB situation is next on the radaryou'll just have to trust me on this one, for now
...and I'm a "sign Dillon and draft MBush" guy, FWIW
JohnnyU
Footballguy
Jamal Lewis-RB- Ravens Mar. 7 - 12:00 pm et
Jamal Lewis reportedly has until Wednesday to accept a "take it or leave it" offer from Baltimore.
He's not currently expected to take it. Baltimore is smart by playing hardball with Lewis, who is unlikely to get a big deal elsewhere. Lewis is visiting Cleveland Wednesday. Willis McGahee is squarely on Baltimore's radar now.
Jamal Lewis reportedly has until Wednesday to accept a "take it or leave it" offer from Baltimore.
He's not currently expected to take it. Baltimore is smart by playing hardball with Lewis, who is unlikely to get a big deal elsewhere. Lewis is visiting Cleveland Wednesday. Willis McGahee is squarely on Baltimore's radar now.
R.White
Footballguy
Gee, I wonder where they got that?
From Footballguys News this morning
March 7, 2007, 09:55
Ravens :: RB
RB J. Lewis Unlikely To Return, RB McGahee On Radar
Jamison Hensley, Baltimore Sun - [Full Article]
The return of RB Jamal Lewis is no longer a sure thing. "At this point, I'm less optimistic than I was last week," Lewis' agent, Mitch Frankel, said yesterday. "They have made an original offer that hasn't changed and one that Jamal won't accept," Frankel said. It is believed the next candidate on the Ravens' list is RB Willis McGahee. At this point, the presumed pecking order for the Ravens is Lewis, McGahee and RB Corey Dillon.
From Footballguys News this morning
March 7, 2007, 09:55
Ravens :: RB
RB J. Lewis Unlikely To Return, RB McGahee On Radar
Jamison Hensley, Baltimore Sun - [Full Article]
The return of RB Jamal Lewis is no longer a sure thing. "At this point, I'm less optimistic than I was last week," Lewis' agent, Mitch Frankel, said yesterday. "They have made an original offer that hasn't changed and one that Jamal won't accept," Frankel said. It is believed the next candidate on the Ravens' list is RB Willis McGahee. At this point, the presumed pecking order for the Ravens is Lewis, McGahee and RB Corey Dillon.
ConstruxBoy
Kate's Daddy
Ding Ding Ding!Maybe the Browns are targeting Quinn?
kensat30
Footballguy
I took a chance on Lewis last season, chaulking up 2005 to injury. But I won't make that mistake again in 2007. I don't care where he goes, I want no part of him on my roster. Even with 30 carries a game the guy is just not getting it done. He just can't do it anymore. The only thing he has left in the tank is an excuse.
Jeff Pasquino
Footballguy
Everyone with 1.01 rookie picks - all together now..... PHEW!!!!Ding Ding Ding!Maybe the Browns are targeting Quinn?
Team Legacy
Footballguy
Charlie Frye
Jamal Lewis
Braylon Edwards
Calvin Johnson
Kellen Winslow
Not too shabby.
Even better if they somehow could acquire a Trent Green.
Jamal Lewis
Braylon Edwards
Calvin Johnson
Kellen Winslow
Not too shabby.
Even better if they somehow could acquire a Trent Green.
Rabbid Patriot Homer
Footballguy
yeah pretty good...for a fantasy team.
LHUCKS
Footballguy
Right, I don't understand why they wouldn't go after a Trent Green or Brad Johnson.
Aaronstory
Footballguy
That seriously made me laugh way too loudly in my pin-drop quiet office.Well done.Everyone with 1.01 rookie picks - all together now..... PHEW!!!!Ding Ding Ding!Maybe the Browns are targeting Quinn?
The Shizzle
Footballguy
He was signed by the Cowboys.
Nigel Tufnel
Footballguy
Not really.
LHUCKS
Footballguy
Yeah, I know...I'm surprised that Cleveland wasn't even in the market.
Mulitalo linkThat's cool. I don't doubt your sincerity, I was just wondering about the source. I'm intrigued about Mulitalo as a FA signing candidate for the 'Skins to replace Dockery, which is why I'm asking.I'm giving you the news before it officially happens---the word was this is done and Edwin has been notified, fueling the speculation that the RB situation is next on the radaryou'll just have to trust me on this one, for now
...and I'm a "sign Dillon and draft MBush" guy, FWIW
tell Danny to go get him...he's a good one, on and off the field
Billick: "He's a good football player, and a better person. We're a better community because of him"
another one of the good, solid Raven draft finds, Mulitalo was a 4th rounder promoted to 1st string in the middle of his rookie yr---the 8 yr vet anchored the LOG position next to Ogden, pitting a pair of 345lb road graders there for many years...
we'll miss that guy, for sure
'scuse me, I just heard Eddie's phone ring...
"sure Phil, I'll fly out there Friday"
...another ex-Raven headed to Cleveland?
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Titus Pullo
Footballguy
If you were them, would you beat the $3.5m the Cowboys are paying Johnson next year?I sure wouldn't.
massraider
Footballguy
Hmm, shouldn't Lewis, Chris Brown and Rhodes be fighting over the GB job right now?
LHUCKS
Footballguy
Depends on what strategy you're taking...a "win now" strategy, I would definitely consider Brad Johnson at that price. If I was building for the future, 3.5 would probably be a bit too high for me.
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Nigel Tufnel
Footballguy
Jeff Pasquino
Footballguy
Fixed.
J-Rock
Footballguy
I really don't understand all this Lewis bashing. It's about 1 thing and 1 thing only:
EXPECTATIONS!!!
I'm a Lewis owner in a standard scoring dynasty league and I thought Lewis preformed right in line with what I expected.
He is not a #1 RB anymore. What he is is a very solid RB2. In my league he was the 16 ranked RB. 12 owners, 2 starting RB's each. Lewis had better production as my RB2 than the production of 8 other RB2's in the league. I'll take that anyday.
Lewis is not a first round fantasy pick. But he is easily a mid 2nd rounder. I'll take 10 points per game from my RB2 without question.
He is getting to the age where big backs like him tend to fade away and I'm glad I only have him under contract for 1 more season. How he performs this coming year will completely depend on where he ends up but I would expect RB2 production out of him in 2007.
EXPECTATIONS!!!
I'm a Lewis owner in a standard scoring dynasty league and I thought Lewis preformed right in line with what I expected.
He is not a #1 RB anymore. What he is is a very solid RB2. In my league he was the 16 ranked RB. 12 owners, 2 starting RB's each. Lewis had better production as my RB2 than the production of 8 other RB2's in the league. I'll take that anyday.
Lewis is not a first round fantasy pick. But he is easily a mid 2nd rounder. I'll take 10 points per game from my RB2 without question.
He is getting to the age where big backs like him tend to fade away and I'm glad I only have him under contract for 1 more season. How he performs this coming year will completely depend on where he ends up but I would expect RB2 production out of him in 2007.
Kit Fisto
Footballguy
Fixed.Lewis is not a starting NFL RB anymore. If he does get a job this year, it'll be in a RBBC, which won't yield you RB #2 numbers.
jurb26
Footballguy
This is absurd. Lewis had an ADP around RB20 or so last year. He finished as RB16. If you took a chance on Lewis last year, you got value.
meh...I think he gets a gig--I'm liking Clevelandthe poster previous to you meerly pointed out, as I did, that what you got was what you paid for w/Lewis last year..---as a mid 2nd rounder finished ~RB16-17 (and like 10 points from top 12)
I'd rather have taken Lewis where he went then Portis, McGahee, Caddy, RBrown, etc as those cats likely cost you a playoff berth---Lewis didn't
what he needs to get clear in his mind is that a 4yr/$20M gig isn't in his future---take 2yrs/$7M and be grateful you're still getting serious coin for playing a game many of us played for yrs for nada
latest has Lewis visiting Cleveland tomorrow and Dillon in Buffalo, heating up the McGahee to Balt train...news @11
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JohnnyU
Footballguy
Thanks Steve, you the man
chris1969
Footballguy
I'm thinking RBBC as well, but 1 guy will get 2/3 of the carries. RD actually seems to step it up when there is a competition. I'm not saying who will win the starting job, or if RD even makes the roster, (He's due a roster bonus next week.) but I'm not willing to say RD has lost his job yet either. If you see that the Browns are looking at any other RB's in FA, then RD is gone next week. If not, then it's a coin toss who gets 2/3rds of the carries. I can't see them drafting AD if RD is still on the roster next week, but anything is possible.
