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Rumor - Brandon Marshall to Green Bay (1 Viewer)

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A rival FF site is reporting that on local radio in Green Bay area, former Packer LeRoy Butler heard from Donald Driver, that there is a possible deal that will send Marshall to GB for Driver & Lee. Supposedly, the hangup is that GB will not give Marshall a contract extension. Sorry, no link; I received it in an e-mail. Lots of "heard it from X that heard it from Y" here, so no idea of its validity.

 
It's a STEAL for GB if they can pull that off but I can't see Denver being that dumb. I've been a huge critic all offseason but they can't even consider a move like that...if they do, they might as well shut it down now and start over next year.

 
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I would be very surprised at this. Marshall is not Packer people at all. I'd say this is about as likely as Tom Brady being traded to the Packers for Desmond Bishop.

 
rascal said:
Great...because the last thing the Broncos need is another freaking TE.
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Jennings and Marshall....Rodgers will throw for 6,000, gees!No way this happens unless they want to steal the light from Favre and do this when he plays his first nationally tv game since coming back tho th epurple squad!Just a thought!Not happening, sorry.... someone has to be blowing smoke!
 
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?

 
WOW. If its true, goes without saying but Aaron Rodgers #1 fantasy QB without a doubt. Imagine that? I don't think Den would sell that low though. They prob would want draft picks and maybe some defensive players.

 
If radio hacks are going to start and spread rumors, could they at least have the decency to make something up that makes some kind of sense?

 
munchkin said:
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?
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Orton for Cutler didn't make too much sense to me either.
 
munchkin said:
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?
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That would really show theyre caught up in the whole Favre to Minny situation. Trying to steal that shine back in the division...But i dont think Ted Thompson thinks that way. Remember he passed up on signing Moss ...I dont think he would trade for Marshall.
 
On the one hand, I don't like the idea of Brandon Marshall coming in and goofing up the good thing going in Green Bay. On the other hand, Green Bay's already unstoppable offense would become insanely good.

Considering the state of that offense without Marshall, I'd find it hard to believe it's worth the risk. I don't know.

 
munchkin said:
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?
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This! It makes no sense at all. for either team. GB loves their future WR's in Jones and Nelson, both of which would have much cheaper contracts.Denver does not need another TE let alone one at the end of his career. Donald friggin Dirver for Marshall. Really? Duude!
 
Consider this though...

1) Marshall has absolutely destroyed the relationship with the Broncos. He's done so in a manner that's public too. When he comes back from suspension...do you think he's going to be the good soldier?

2) The same logic that applied to Jay Cutler in terms of being on board with the McDaniels program and regime applies here too. McDaniels can't trust Marshall to be anywhere near the team, although it appears the rest of the team considers Marshall to be in a type of exile anyway.

3) So in saying that, it's clear that Marshall will not be a Bronco past this year and the Broncos wouldn't get anything for him anyway.

4) For the Packers, they have Jennings, Driver, Jones, Nelson as their top 4 WR's with a QB who looks poised to become elite. If Marshall doesn't work out, they have young talent to plug in come 2010/2011 as #2/#3 WR's.

...this trade actually makes a good deal of sense for both sides.

 
Not saying I dont believe you but I see this as "I need a link or well known website to post something on it" type things to truly believe.

Trade doesnt make much sense either, Driver and Lee? Cmon

 
That would be a dream scenario for us Marshal owners

I took a flyer on him in the 5th round

He was too good to take the likes of Vincent Jackson over him

 
Maven said:
munchkin said:
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?
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That would really show theyre caught up in the whole Favre to Minny situation. Trying to steal that shine back in the division...But i dont think Ted Thompson thinks that way. Remember he passed up on signing Moss ...I dont think he would trade for Marshall.
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you think he'd like a do-over on that one?
 
Absolutely ridiculous. Why on earth would Green Bay tinker with a roster that is as loaded with young weapons at WR as any other team in the league? Can't be legit.

 
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Stryker said:
Not saying I dont believe you but I see this as "I need a link or well known website to post something on it" type things to truly believe.Trade doesnt make much sense either, Driver and Lee? Cmon
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I'd prefer not to mention the site because it is a rival site that I believe footballguys had a run-in with a few years ago, but it is a site that has been around for a while. I know for a fact that they currently have at least 1 former FBG staff member on their staff now.
 
I think FFers aren't realizing Marshall can't fetch as much in a trade as you think. He needs a new contract and he's another slip on a McDonalds wrapper away from a lengthy league suspension. Teams aren't going to break out 1st round picks and hot young talent to acquire him. I think the Broncos would be doing about as well as they could if they get a legit veteran WR like Driver.

 
Banger said:
Maven said:
munchkin said:
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?
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That would really show theyre caught up in the whole Favre to Minny situation. Trying to steal that shine back in the division...But i dont think Ted Thompson thinks that way. Remember he passed up on signing Moss ...I dont think he would trade for Marshall.
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you think he'd like a do-over on that one?
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Could this also be a way for Green Bay to put some pressure on say....Chicago? The Bears seem like the perfect Marshall landing spot since they need a WR and have Marshall's old QB. Maybe these types of negotiations are GB's way of uppping the ante for a team like Chicago. Quite honestly, I don't think it's out of the realm for Thompson to try to push a rival team into a hasty decision. Just throwing it out there.
 
tonka said:
Absolutely ridiculous. Why on earth would Green Bay tinker with a roster that is as loaded with young weapons at WR as any other team in the league? Can't be legit.
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because Marshall could make that offense unstoppable. The young wr's are nice and good to have going forward but they don't bring NEARLY as much talent to the table as Marshall does (and never will)....
 
I understand why Green Bay would do this. Marshall has one year left. He's a stud. They can let him go after the season or resign him, but either way, their offense should be disgustingly amazing this year.

I don't understand why Denver would do this deal. Then again, it's Denver. I haven't understood much they've done this offseason...

 
Man in the yellow hat said:
Banger said:
Maven said:
munchkin said:
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?
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That would really show theyre caught up in the whole Favre to Minny situation. Trying to steal that shine back in the division...But i dont think Ted Thompson thinks that way. Remember he passed up on signing Moss ...I dont think he would trade for Marshall.
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you think he'd like a do-over on that one?
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Could this also be a way for Green Bay to put some pressure on say....Chicago? The Bears seem like the perfect Marshall landing spot since they need a WR and have Marshall's old QB. Maybe these types of negotiations are GB's way of uppping the ante for a team like Chicago. Quite honestly, I don't think it's out of the realm for Thompson to try to push a rival team into a hasty decision. Just throwing it out there.
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Great point.
 
This is not happening. Why would Denver want a WR at the end of his career. There is no value here for Denver and honestly I can't see GB trading Driver.

 
Supposedly, the hangup is that GB will not give Marshall a contract extension.
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If you look at it one way it makes some sense with this caveat. GB trades Driver who is coming to the end of his career for 1 year of Marshall. GB wins here, they don't have to stunt their younger WRs as they will get on the field basically the same amount they would have with Driver on the team and in 2010 there will be a starting WR spot open for one of them. If Marshall really works out he can get a new contract with the Packers (or if he remains a RFA via the collective bargaining agreement they can at least match any offers). It works for Marshall if he really just wants out of Denver- the Packers call and say "hey, come play with us for one year with a great young QB and the #2 CB on you all year and make a billion dollars in 2010" and at this point Marshall may well realize that he isn't getting a new contract and this is best for him. It doesn't do much for Denver but give them a productive WR for one year + maybe a 4thround draft pick or something like that + Lee. Only really makes sense for 2/3 parties.
 
massraider said:
munchkin said:
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?
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Orton for Cutler didn't make too much sense to me either.
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Of course it doesn't because that wasn't the trade.
 
tonka said:
Absolutely ridiculous. Why on earth would Green Bay tinker with a roster that is as loaded with young weapons at WR as any other team in the league? Can't be legit.
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Was about to say the same thing.Look...from the FF standpoint and talent...Marshall would be a great pickup.But this is the NFL...its a TEAM sport.And the Packers as a TEAM on offense right now are clicking perfectly and Driver is a huge part of that.Marshall (especially without a contract extension) would disrupt any and all chemistry.And for a guy like Ted Thompson, this seems like something he would never do.
 
Man in the yellow hat said:
Banger said:
Maven said:
munchkin said:
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?
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That would really show theyre caught up in the whole Favre to Minny situation. Trying to steal that shine back in the division...But i dont think Ted Thompson thinks that way. Remember he passed up on signing Moss ...I dont think he would trade for Marshall.
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you think he'd like a do-over on that one?
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Could this also be a way for Green Bay to put some pressure on say....Chicago? The Bears seem like the perfect Marshall landing spot since they need a WR and have Marshall's old QB. Maybe these types of negotiations are GB's way of uppping the ante for a team like Chicago. Quite honestly, I don't think it's out of the realm for Thompson to try to push a rival team into a hasty decision. Just throwing it out there.
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Like he did with Brad Childress and Minn.
 
Banger said:
Maven said:
munchkin said:
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?
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That would really show theyre caught up in the whole Favre to Minny situation. Trying to steal that shine back in the division...But i dont think Ted Thompson thinks that way. Remember he passed up on signing Moss ...I dont think he would trade for Marshall.
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you think he'd like a do-over on that one?
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Im sure 31 teams out there would like a do-over on that one.Only 2 were interested in the guy.
 
Banger said:
Man in the yellow hat said:
Banger said:
Maven said:
munchkin said:
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?
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That would really show theyre caught up in the whole Favre to Minny situation. Trying to steal that shine back in the division...But i dont think Ted Thompson thinks that way. Remember he passed up on signing Moss ...I dont think he would trade for Marshall.
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you think he'd like a do-over on that one?
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Could this also be a way for Green Bay to put some pressure on say....Chicago? The Bears seem like the perfect Marshall landing spot since they need a WR and have Marshall's old QB. Maybe these types of negotiations are GB's way of uppping the ante for a team like Chicago. Quite honestly, I don't think it's out of the realm for Thompson to try to push a rival team into a hasty decision. Just throwing it out there.
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Great point.
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What does GB gain by making Chicago get a stud WR to put their team over the top?Upping the ante? With Donald Driver and Donald Lee? Yeah, sounds like they're really forcing Chicago into over-paying...
 
Other reason its not happening.

After Lee...there is Finley...and nothing else at TE for the Packers.

You can all think of it like Fantasy football where Marshall makes them better...but it does not make it so in real life NFL football.

 
My wife's favorite team is the Packers. I've kinda grown to like them over the years. I hope the Packers don't risk their chemistry by trading for a prima donna woman beater.

 
Can someone please explain to me what's going on in Denver? To a certain degree I understood the Cutler deal. A young coach and a pain in the ### franchise qb. I get it. McDaniels doesn't want to have to deal with Cutler's gunslinging in his precision offense. He's a blue-chip type of talent so he knows he can get a nice bounty for him in a trade. Done and done.

But this Marshall stuff is getting ridiculous. These guys that refuse to honor their contracts are the scum of the earth. From what I know about Greg Jennings he's a very stand-up guy, so if anyone would be able to handle this it'd be him. But if there's any truth to this I wouldn't blame him for getting pissed about it.

 
Maven said:
munchkin said:
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?
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That would really show theyre caught up in the whole Favre to Minny situation. Trying to steal that shine back in the division...But i dont think Ted Thompson thinks that way. Remember he passed up on signing Moss ...I dont think he would trade for Marshall.
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30 teams (actually 31 including the Raiders) probably regret on passing on Moss. How many times in life do you get the chance to make up for one of your mistakes...if this puppy has legs, I say it is all but done.
 
Mookie Blaylock said:
But this Marshall stuff is getting ridiculous. These guys that refuse to honor their contracts are the scum of the earth. From what I know about Greg Jennings he's a very stand-up guy, so if anyone would be able to handle this it'd be him. But if there's any truth to this I wouldn't blame him for getting pissed about it.
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didn't Jennings holdout a couple years back?
 
BeTheMatch said:
If the Broncos do that trade, they take over for the Raiders as worst franchise in the league.
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I agree, it would have to be Driver, Lee and a draft pick. More likely James Jones and a draft pick, or Jordy Nelson and a draft pick.
 
Phurfur said:
massraider said:
munchkin said:
The rumor makes no sense; irregardless as to how one feels about McDaniels/Bowlen they would never make that trade. Further, why would a frugal team like the Packers, who are deep at wide receiver already, take on the problem and future contract of Marshall?
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Orton for Cutler didn't make too much sense to me either.
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Of course it doesn't because that wasn't the trade.
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Sorry:

Cutler for two #1's, a 3rd, and Orton didn't make too much sense to me either.

As far as Denver not wanting to trade for a WR at the end of his career:

What do you people think Brandon Marshall is? He is at the end of his Broncos career. If they trade for Driver, they get a good player for another year or two. Will they get that from Marshall?

If these trade talks are legit, and I doubt them, I doubt the final tally would be Donald Lee and Driver for Marshall. Maybe a conditional pick if GB re-signs him before such-and-such a date. And really, with Scheffler and Graham and Quinn, I don't see DEN dying for another TE (Although Belichick collected them, come to think of it). And I don't think GB wants to lose Lee. I think they like having Lee and an emerging Finley.

 
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