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[Jnai]

http://www.patriots....89-aa060baedf9c

The New England Patriots announced today that rookie DE Alex Silvestro has been signed to the 53-man roster from the practice squad. In addition, the Patriots released WR Tiquan Underwood.

[E5 Yaz]

what?

[BigSoxFan]

Released a day before the SB? Holy shit, that has to sting.

[EddieYost]

I hate it when that happens. Do they tell him to check out of the hotel and scram?

[mascho]

Wow. That is a kick to the nuts...

[Adrian's Dome]

And he wasted all that money on the haircut.

[E5 Yaz]

I hate it when that happens. Do they tell him to check out of the hotel and scram?

Wait until his wife tries to get tickets at the players' entrance

[SoxScout]

It would have sucked if he was waived the day before the Ravens game. He is basically inactive, but without being able to stand on the sidelines (unless they get him a pass). I'll be surprised if he is surprised about this move.

[Tony C]

And he wasted all that money on the haircut.

i admit, that made me laugh.

[patinorange]

Released a day before the SB? Holy shit, that has to sting.

Not that it hasn't happened but I sure don't remember something like this so close to the game unless it is injury related??

Something up on the defensive line?

[Fishercat]

In practical terms, it's really no different than if he was inactive. He'll still get a ring if they win, he'll be watching the game (I have to assume), and the Pats are a bit thin at the DE/pass rush spot.

But man, kick in the nuts is an understatement. Going from in a uniform on the sidelines during the Super Bowl to not even being on the team? Ouch.

[soxhop411]

Im most likely crazy, but why do i feel Ochco will have the best game of his career tom?

[Mystic Merlin]

I think they are concerned about not having enough depth at DE - they're playing indoors, and some guys could be sucking air by the 4th quarter.

The point E5 made about Gronk is good too.

Edited by Mystic Merlin, 04 February 2012 - 07:06 PM.

[mwonow]

Not that it hasn't happened but I sure don't remember something like this so close to the game unless it is injury related??

Something up on the defensive line?

Makes sense, except they seem to have extra DLs as it stands, with Vince, Love, Anderson, Warren, Deadrick, Ellis, and Brace. Seemms unlikely all 7 would be active - unless they've got two guys down (or maybe just Anderson, who'd be the closest to Silvestro in body type), it doesn't make sense that they'd be adding AS to the game-day roster.

[axx]

If the Patriots lose because of a critical error by Ocho, we'll never hear the end of it.

[Mystic Merlin]

Makes sense, except they seem to have extra DLs as it stands, with Vince, Love, Anderson, Warren, Deadrick, Ellis, and Brace. Seemms unlikely all 7 would be active - unless they've got two guys down (or maybe just Anderson, who'd be the closest to Silvestro in body type), it doesn't make sense that they'd be adding AS to the game-day roster.

They only have a few guys who are pure ends (Anderson, Ninkovich, Ellis).

In any case, this really isn't an important move - chances are Silvestro never sees the field.

[Hendu's Gait]

Did Tiquan break curfew last night? Will they actually dress Silverstro?

Obviously they're not going to cut Slater (ST) and Edelman (DB), but this still seems strange.

[Fishercat]

Last time, Andre Carter was the key man getting pressure on the QB. The DL we have, except for Anderson, seem better at clogging up space than getting to the QB. I haven't seen Silvestro play, but if he is more of a pass rusher, it makes sense considering Nink and Anderson are the only two who seem to get consistent pressure.

[soxhop411]

Ian R. Rapoport @RapSheet
I am told there was no disciplinary reasons for WR Tiquan Underwood's release. Just a move to get another DL on the roster for rotation?

[EddieYost]

Im most likely crazy, but why do i feel Ochco will have the best game of his career tom?

He isn't going to see that many snaps. Maybe his best game of the season. I honestly don't want the pats to try to get cute. Stick with the guys who have produced all year.

[BigSoxFan]

Brady likes to throw end zone picks to shitty WRs. Good move, Belichick, good move...

[Eck'sSneakyCheese]

Is this kid really going to play? How many times has someone been signed off the practice squad to play in the Super Bowl? Unless this kid is Bill's secret weapon this doesn't mean anything. Underwood was going to be inactive anyway, he wasn't playing over Ocho. Maybe this is what Glazer was talking about.

[wiffleballhero]

If he was going to be inactive, what is the distinction? Why not just leave him as inactive rather than cut him?

[SoxScout]

If he was going to be inactive, what is the distinction? Why not just leave him as inactive rather than cut him?

To get a player on the roster that could actually see the field. They aren't cutting Mallet, Vereen, ect. to do so.

Edited by SoxScout, 04 February 2012 - 07:23 PM.

[Hendu's Gait]

If he was going to be inactive, what is the distinction? Why not just leave him as inactive rather than cut him?

you had to cut someone to add Silvestro to the roster

[DrewDawg]

Im most likely crazy, but why do i feel Ochco will have the best game of his career tom?

You're crazy. Best of his career? You realize he was a Pro Bowl WR and has had HUGE days in his career.

[DrewDawg]

Is this kid really going to play? How many times has someone been signed off the practice squad to play in the Super Bowl? Unless this kid is Bill's secret weapon this doesn't mean anything. Underwood was going to be inactive anyway, he wasn't playing over Ocho. Maybe this is what Glazer was talking about.

This is what BB had up his sleeve? I'm going to go with no...

[soxhop411]

You're crazy. Best of his career? You realize he was a Pro Bowl WR and has had HUGE days in his career.

career best in regards to playoff/superbowl games

[Eck'sSneakyCheese]

This is what BB had up his sleeve? I'm going to go with no...

Sorry, the sarcasm button is broken on my keyboard. I was kidding

[EddieYost]

career best in regards to playoff/superbowl games

I am pretty sure he will have his best Super Bowl ever tomorrow.

[wiffleballhero]

I am pretty sure he will have his best Super Bowl ever tomorrow.

As well as is worst, for that matter.

[Beomoose]

Think Kraft will invite Underwood to his box to watch the game?

[Jungleland]

This pretty much guarantees there's a surprise inactive, right? Unless someone on the DL is a gametime decision, I can't see any scenario where Silvestro sits. Confusing.

[DrewDawg]

career best in regards to playoff/superbowl games

Well, he only had 2 playoff games prior to this year, so it won't take much. His best was 4 catches for 59 yards.

[EddieYost]

As well as is worst, for that matter.

Good point.

[CaptainLaddie]

Interesting point by Doug Farrar:

So, if the Pats could hire Josh McDaniels, can the Giants sign Tiquan Underwood?

[soxhop411]

Interesting point by Doug Farrar:

wow

would the giants actually claim him?

Edited by soxhop411, 04 February 2012 - 07:34 PM.

[CaptainLaddie]

He follows it up with:

Okay, so if the Giants can't sign Underwood - maybe Victor Cruz needs a personal Receivers Coach? I'm serious. That would be amazing.

[EddieYost]

I'm assuming there is a waiver period that will end after the Super Bowl.

[CaptainLaddie]

Probably.

[E5 Yaz]

I Been Thru A LOT...But There Are Ppl In This World w/ More Serious Problems So I Cant Hang The Head....Thank You Lord

http://twitter.com/tiunderwood

[Jungleland]

Are there rules preventing them from inviting him to be on the sideline with them? Like a "You're going to be inactive anyways, we'll cut you for the roster spot but you'll essentially be in the same scenario you would've been in anyways minus getting your name on the t-shirt if we win" type deal?

Of course, the reality is that it's a business and this was a move that BB viewed as better for the team. But it would be kinda nice if TU isn't getting totally left in the cold here.

[loshjott]

Is Underwood so pissed now that he talks to the Giants about the game plan? Obviously not but it could happen, right?

[E5 Yaz]

Are there rules preventing them from inviting him to be on the sideline with them? Like a "You're going to be inactive anyways, we'll cut you for the roster spot but you'll essentially be in the same scenario you would've been in anyways minus getting your name on the t-shirt if we win" type deal?

Just look for the hair

[BucketOBalls]

Is Underwood so pissed now that he talks to the Giants about the game plan? Obviously not but it could happen, right?

It would actually be hilarious if BB gave him a fake plan.

[nazz45]

wow

would the giants actually claim him?

I'm assuming there is a waiver period that will end after the Super Bowl.

Since Underwood has less than 4 years experience, he has to go through waivers, which would expire post kickoff.

Even if it weren't the case, there's a good chance that Belichick snuck into his room last night to insert a micro spy cam within his high top fade in the event he did sign with the Giants.

Edited by nazz45, 04 February 2012 - 08:00 PM.

[Fishercat]

The waivers/Giants claim thing explains why Belichick waited on this one. I'm guessing he talked to Tiquan about this a little while ago and had the decision made. It would go a long way to explain why he waited so long.

[Mystic Merlin]

Tiquan Underwood @TiUnderwood

Good Luck To The New Enland Organization, The Coaches, & All My Teammates... #PatsNation

[Jungleland]

Bill obviously REALLY hates guys who can't spell.

Edited by Jungleland, 04 February 2012 - 07:59 PM.

[JBill]

The waivers/Giants claim thing explains why Belichick waited on this one. I'm guessing he talked to Tiquan about this a little while ago and had the decision made. It would go a long way to explain why he waited so long.

I don't think he talked to him about it, just looking at his twitter feed.