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LeGarrette Blount signs with NE (1 Viewer)

Snorkelson said:
But bready lacy gets 5.5 mil for a year at 260 lbs.....forget "one of the teams top producers for the price", he's been a bargain league wide. He should get some looks after the draft, but I wouldn't be too surprised if he didn't get signed until a camp injury or maybe a couple weeks into the year. I wonder what his career would have looked like if he hadn't punched that guy on the field in college or get popped for weed. 
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Seriously. Or if Tampa hadn't hired that clown who benched him. (Schiano)

One of the most underrated talents in recent memory. 

 
FF Ninja said:
Seriously. Or if Tampa hadn't hired that clown who benched him. (Schiano)

One of the most underrated talents in recent memory. 
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A potential issue for Blount is that in the 15 years that TB has been a starter, NE has now had Corey Dillon, Antowain Smith, Stevan Ridley, LaGarrette Bolunt, BenJarvis Green-Ellis, and Kevin Faulk put up 1,000 yfs in a season (and had Laurence Maroney and Danny Woodhead each in the mid-900's). I wouldn't say that anyone can put up decent numbers in NE, but the Pats have used a wide range of guys that have put up good but not great numbers. With the exception of Dillon, the Patriots haven't thrown a lot of money at the RB position. 

 
Anarchy99 said:
A potential issue for Blount is that in the 15 years that TB has been a starter, NE has now had Corey Dillon, Antowain Smith, Stevan Ridley, LaGarrette Bolunt, BenJarvis Green-Ellis, and Kevin Faulk put up 1,000 yfs in a season (and had Laurence Maroney and Danny Woodhead each in the mid-900's). I wouldn't say that anyone can put up decent numbers in NE, but the Pats have used a wide range of guys that have put up good but not great numbers. With the exception of Dillon, the Patriots haven't thrown a lot of money at the RB position. 
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Including receiving yards isn't really fair. A lot easier to get 1000 yfs than 1000 rushing yards. Plus, Blount did it in 13 games on an awful Tampa team with Raheem Morris and Josh Freeman. He could've been a perennial 1000 yard rusher on a lot of teams had he been given the chance.

 
The Pats offered Blount a contract and they apparently are playing the see who blinks first negotiating game. Blount has played for peanuts in his time in NE, so I don't imagine there is that much difference between what he wants and what the offer is. But for a few hundred grand a year Sergeant Belichick will defend a hill to the death. 

I can't imagine there is a huge market for Blount's services, so one would guess the interest in him will be limited and any offers will not be great. He and the Pats have danced this dance before. 

 
Anarchy99 said:
The Pats offered Blount a contract and they apparently are playing the see who blinks first negotiating game. Blount has played for peanuts in his time in NE, so I don't imagine there is that much difference between what he wants and what the offer is. But for a few hundred grand a year Sergeant Belichick will defend a hill to the death. 

I can't imagine there is a huge market for Blount's services, so one would guess the interest in him will be limited and any offers will not be great. He and the Pats have danced this dance before. 
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I don't understand how no one has signed him or even shown interest. He's such a good complementary fit for so many contending teams. 

  • Raiders with Richard/Washington 
  • Houston with Miller
  • GB with Montgomery 
  • Atlanta with Freeman/Coleman
I know it's a great RB class but sign LG on the cheap for now to give yourself some flexibility.

 
tombonneau said:
I don't understand how no one has signed him or even shown interest. He's such a good complementary fit for so many contending teams. 

  • Raiders with Richard/Washington 
  • Houston with Miller
  • GB with Montgomery 
  • Atlanta with Freeman/Coleman
I know it's a great RB class but sign LG on the cheap for now to give yourself some flexibility.




 
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I am guessing the bolded is the holdup. Blount is probably looking for a big payday after his career season. I would probably do the same in his shoes.

 
tombonneau said:
I don't understand how no one has signed him or even shown interest. He's such a good complementary fit for so many contending teams. 

  • Raiders with Richard/Washington 
  • Houston with Miller
  • GB with Montgomery 
  • Atlanta with Freeman/Coleman
I know it's a great RB class but sign LG on the cheap for now to give yourself some flexibility.
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It's the depth of the draft class, imo.  Whichever of those teams doesn't land a back they like will probably throw Blount a contract as soon as it's over.  Same for some of the other big name veterans on the market.

 
jtd13 said:
I am guessing the bolded is the holdup. Blount is probably looking for a big payday after his career season. I would probably do the same in his shoes.
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I guess that must be true. But IMO he's worth $2-3MM on a one-year deal with any of those teams. He could make all the difference in salting away a couple of key game-winning drives during a SB championship season. 

 
Arodin said:
It's the depth of the draft class, imo.  Whichever of those teams doesn't land a back they like will probably throw Blount a contract as soon as it's over.  Same for some of the other big name veterans on the market.
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This could be right as well. But BB takes the opposite approach when he does into the draft. He likes to fill out his roster so he can go play the next day so as not to have to force his hand for need in the draft.

These teams would be wise to do the same. Besides the fact, if GB goes the whole draft without getting a back they like, they now are giving Blount or ADP all the more leverage. The time to get these guys is now and give yourself draft flexibility. 

 
tombonneau said:
This could be right as well. But BB takes the opposite approach when he does into the draft. He likes to fill out his roster so he can go play the next day so as not to have to force his hand for need in the draft.

These teams would be wise to do the same. Besides the fact, if GB goes the whole draft without getting a back they like, they now are giving Blount or ADP all the more leverage. The time to get these guys is now and give yourself draft flexibility. 
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So sign him ... and if you're able to draft a RB that you like, cut him?

Seems like a waste of $$ and cap space. 

 
tombonneau said:
I don't understand how no one has signed him or even shown interest. He's such a good complementary fit for so many contending teams. 

  • Raiders with Richard/Washington 
  • Houston with Miller
  • GB with Montgomery 
  • Atlanta with Freeman/Coleman
I know it's a great RB class but sign LG on the cheap for now to give yourself some flexibility.
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I agree with you, but I think this is where Blount and his history of being a bad guy in the locker room comes back to haunt him. I think both OAK/TB seem like natural fits but they have a young nucleus and do you want a potential cancer? There was a time when Al would have signed Blount as a starter and Kaepernick as a backup(and probably traded up to draft John Ross) but these raiders are not those raiders. The Patriots have the locker room to withstand anyone and the Packers probably would too but when do they sign veteran FA RB's?

Also, between the tackle runners are looked upon as niche contributors now. It's no coincidence imo that guys like Rex Burkhead and Danny Woodhead were signed quickly in FA while a HOF'er like Peterson twists in the wind.

That's two big strikes against him.

 
I think these guys (Blount, Peterson) will have a better chance after the draft when they won't count towards comp picks. Signing a guy to a million dollar min may throw a wrench into your picks. Teams are playing that game to acquire comp picks more and more these days.

 
Snorkelson said:
I think these guys (Blount, Peterson) will have a better chance after the draft when they won't count towards comp picks. Signing a guy to a million dollar min may throw a wrench into your picks. Teams are playing that game to acquire comp picks more and more these days.




 
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Interesting point. Hadn't thought of that. 

 
They both have to be around a 1 million vet minimum, seems like that would move the needle in the equation a little. That mil could be the difference between a 5th and a 6th.

 
Chris Mannix‏ @ChrisMannixYS:

LeGarrette Blount, at C's-Cavs, weaves through a group of reporters, turns and says, "See, tell them I still got it. Give me some money."




 
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:lmao:

 
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Part of the issue for the Pats is they frequently rub people the wrong way. Blount has contributed 3,500+ yards and 43 TDs to NE and helped them win two SB's in his four years playing in NE. For his effort and hard work, he received A TOTAL of $2,854,689.

Rex Burkhead has not played in NE and thus did not contribute to those SB winning teams. In his 4 years with the Bengals, Burkhead has accumulated 663 yards from scrimmage and 4 TD. The Patriots just signed him to a $3.1 million one year deal . . . which amounts to more than Blount has earned IN HIS ENTIRE TIME PLAYING WITH NE.

In this situation, I tend to agree with both sides. A lot of players would do well playing with TB, in that offense, and with that coaching staff. I don't consider Blount overall to be that special of a RB. Blount has done well enough that he deserves to be paid more . . . how much more, who knows.

They must see something in, and have a plan for, Burkhead as he represents the most they have paid to a RB since 2010. NE pays out based on what they think your market value is and the production they expect to get from you, not what you've done in the past.

But giving that much $$$ to Burkhead who so far has been a back up and not really offering Blount very much over the years doesn't sit well with Bloun. And who could blame him. But 31 other teams have had multiple opportunities to sign him and pay him more . . . and no one really has been that receptive to doing so.

Blount will likely end up back on NE, but I would guess they are arguing over a few hundred thousand dollars at this point.

 
Anarchy99 said:
Part of the issue for the Pats is they frequently rub people the wrong way. Blount has contributed 3,500+ yards and 43 TDs to NE and helped them win two SB's in his four years playing in NE. For his effort and hard work, he received A TOTAL of $2,854,689.

Rex Burkhead has not played in NE and thus did not contribute to those SB winning teams. In his 4 years with the Bengals, Burkhead has accumulated 663 yards from scrimmage and 4 TD. The Patriots just signed him to a $3.1 million one year deal . . . which amounts to more than Blount has earned IN HIS ENTIRE TIME PLAYING WITH NE.

In this situation, I tend to agree with both sides. A lot of players would do well playing with TB, in that offense, and with that coaching staff. I don't consider Blount overall to be that special of a RB. Blount has done well enough that he deserves to be paid more . . . how much more, who knows.

They must see something in, and have a plan for, Burkhead as he represents the most they have paid to a RB since 2010. NE pays out based on what they think your market value is and the production they expect to get from you, not what you've done in the past.

But giving that much $$$ to Burkhead who so far has been a back up and not really offering Blount very much over the years doesn't sit well with Bloun. And who could blame him. But 31 other teams have had multiple opportunities to sign him and pay him more . . . and no one really has been that receptive to doing so.

Blount will likely end up back on NE, but I would guess they are arguing over a few hundred thousand dollars at this point.
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Going to be interesting to see how the Burkhead / Blount workload shakes out if that comes to fruition. So many damn weapons on O.... 

 
After NE signed Boldin I can't see them bringing Blount back. They have Burkhead, Boldin, White & Lewis now, they won't carry 5 RB's.

 
Penguin said:
After NE signed Boldin I can't see them bringing Blount back. They have Burkhead, Boldin, White & Lewis now, they won't carry 5 RB's.
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I'm not so sure. Over the past few years their shotgun approach to WR seems to be working for them. One always seems to sink.... would it really be shocking if Lewis gets dinged up again and is stashed on IR? 

 
Brilliant Belichek. Offers low money to Blount before the draft knowing that some team that misses will offer more after. If Blount is patient, he  probably gets more after the draft. But if he wants to lock it up now, he can sign the low ball offer. 

 
TheFanatic said:
Brilliant Belichek. Offers low money to Blount before the draft knowing that some team that misses will offer more after. If Blount is patient, he  probably gets more after the draft. But if he wants to lock it up now, he can sign the low ball offer. 
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Not sure I follow this. After the draft, there will be a lot fewer options for Blount . . . meaning his potential salary will only go DOWN, not up. Blount has never been "in demand" as a free agent . . . after many years of trying. The Pats aren't likely to up their offer much, but once other teams get their backfields filled with young rookies, where exactly do you think Blount is going to go?

 
Anarchy99 said:
Not sure I follow this. After the draft, there will be a lot fewer options for Blount . . . meaning his potential salary will only go DOWN, not up. Blount has never been "in demand" as a free agent . . . after many years of trying. The Pats aren't likely to up their offer much, but once other teams get their backfields filled with young rookies, where exactly do you think Blount is going to go?
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The draft is also a game of musical chairs. Not everyone is going to get their RB. There only has to be one team that is left standing without a chair and they will be calling Blount's agent. Right now, all of Blount's potential landing spots are looking to fill the need in the draft. If not all of them fill the need, they will come calling. 

 
TheFanatic said:
The draft is also a game of musical chairs. Not everyone is going to get their RB. There only has to be one team that is left standing without a chair and they will be calling Blount's agent. Right now, all of Blount's potential landing spots are looking to fill the need in the draft. If not all of them fill the need, they will come calling. 
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Problem for Blount is it appears to be a very deep rob class. AP is still out there too. And Lynch prob to Oakland

 
Tool said:
Problem for Blount is it appears to be a very deep rob class. AP is still out there too. And Lynch prob to Oakland
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I agree on all points. Which allows the Pats to offer very little and he has to think about it. He should probably take it. 

 
According to the Boston Herald's Jeff Howe, free agent LeGarrette Blount "has no plans" to sign the Patriots' current offer.
The offer, per Howe, was made at the onset of free agency. Blount hasn't been connected to any other teams, so the Patriots have had no reason to up their offer. After they were able to get Blount back for $1 million last year, it sounds like they've lowballed him again after he rushed for 18 touchdowns and 1,131 yards in a career year. Blount will turn 31 this year. Rightfully, the Patriots aren't looking to commit much money to a back who is likely on his last legs.

Related: Patriots
 
Source: Jeff Howe on Twitter 
Apr 10 - 1:04 PM
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Just saw that too. It's a bummer for fantasy owners who are left waiting, but could mean that Blount is available for 3rds for a while.

 
Faust said:
According to the Boston Herald's Jeff Howe, free agent LeGarrette Blount "has no plans" to sign the Patriots' current offer.

The offer, per Howe, was made at the onset of free agency. Blount hasn't been connected to any other teams, so the Patriots have had no reason to up their offer. After they were able to get Blount back for $1 million last year, it sounds like they've lowballed him again after he rushed for 18 touchdowns and 1,131 yards in a career year. Blount will turn 31 this year. Rightfully, the Patriots aren't looking to commit much money to a back who is likely on his last legs.

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Source: Jeff Howe on Twitter 
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Lol, gotta love that reporting. They "lowballed" him, yet he's "on his last legs"

 
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ESPN Boston's Mike Reiss believes the "door might soon be closed entirely" for free agent LeGarrette Blount if he waits too long to re-sign with the Patriots.

Blount has a standing offer from New England, but hasn't budged on his salary demands after leading the league with 18 rushing touchdowns. There's mutual interest in a reunion, but Reiss doesn't feel the Patriots "need" Blount with Rex Burkhead, Dion Lewis and James White under contract. If the Patriots draft a running back, it would likely signal the end of Blount's tenure in Foxboro.

Related: Patriots
 
Source: ESPN.com 
Apr 16 - 9:43 AM
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Patriots Learn Today If They Get Gillislee, Close Door on Blount

Bills declined to match RB Mike Gillislee's two-year, $6.4 million offer sheet, making Gillislee a New England Patriot.

Because Gillislee was a restricted free agent tendered at the original-round level, and was originally drafted in the fifth round, the Bills will get the Patriots' fifth-round pick (No. 163 overall). Albeit in limited duty behind a great line and with a dual-threat quarterback to help free up running lanes, Gillislee was one of the most efficient per-play backs in football last season, averaging 5.71 yards per carry with nine all-purpose touchdowns. He will compete for snaps with Dion Lewis and Rex Burkhead. James White is locked in as New England's primary passing-game specialist.

Related: Bills
 
Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter 
Apr 24 - 4:01 PM
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Let me see...as a LB owner, I can put rose-colored glasses on these destinations (as of today which is 3 days before the NFL draft)

Washington - Rob Kelley isnt anything special.

Giants - OJ Anderson part two?

Eagles - According to the draft experts, they are taking one of those 37 starting caliber college kids. Blount could be in play if those experts are (shudder) wrong.

Lions - Zenner? Hahaha. Ameer? He's a great kickoff returner.

Packers - Why couldn't he fit into the Eddie Lacy role?

Panthers - Similar to Eagles in that the experts are giving them a rookie, but wouldn't they love a true goal line back to protect Cam from unnecessary hits?

Bucs - A young team ready to make the leap bringing in a veteran winner isnt the dumbest thing ive ever heard

Ravens - Terrance West? JAG. Kenneth Dixon suspended. I could see him being successful in Balt.

Broncos - Would be a tweak to NE from a rival.

Raiders - In 2017, Blount would be LIGHT YEARS better than Marshawn. Honestly...has a RB ever left football and came back after sitting out an entire season?

That's 10 possible destinations, where granted he doesn't get 18 TDs, but COULD provide RB2 value in 2017.

 
Dope said:
Honestly...has a RB ever left football and came back after sitting out an entire season?
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John Riggins sat out a year but was not retired. He came back and played five more years including a few that were off the charts good. 

There haven't been many guys that left and came back. Ricky Williams was one  he wasn't the same when he came back but he did have one good year when he came back.

 
Anarchy99 said:
John Riggins sat out a year but was not retired. He came back and played five more years including a few that were off the charts good. 

There haven't been many guys that left and came back. Ricky Williams was one  he wasn't the same when he came back but he did have one good year when he came back.
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Riggo! Good call.

 
I almost brought up Hightower, but he has always been a role player or complimentary back and not really a full time starter. 

 
Charles Robinson of Yahoo Sports reports the Lions and Giants "are squarely in play" for free agent RB LeGarrette Blount.
The Giants were linked with Blount before the draft, but they seem set after spending a fourth-round pick on Wayne Gallman. The Lions make more sense considering they did not dip into the draft pool, but GM Bob Quinn recently called Ameer Abdullah the starter. With the draft over, Blount should find a new home soon enough.

Related: Lions, Giants
 
Source: Yahoo 
May 2 - 1:32 PM
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Seems doubtful he will sign anywhere until at least a week from now when FA signings no longer count against Compensatory picks.

 
I'm expecting Blount to sign somewhere after Tuesday at this point. That's when free agents no longer count against the comp. picks. Interest in him seemed to be pointing to NYG or DET. The Ravens rumor seems to just be speculation from a writer rather than the team showing interest. 

 
Tool said:
Boldin'a mostly special teams so won't impact the Blount signing much.
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The Giants have Perkins, Vereen, Gallman (just drafted) and Draughn (just signed.) Seems unlikely, Vereen counts 4.9 million against the cap and I can't see them cutting Perkins, Gallman or Draughn.

 
Detroit has Abdullah, Riddick, Zenner & Washington. Just doesn't seem like a necessity for them either. 

 
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