2015 Free Agency: The Waiver Wire Watch
- Thread starter SeoulSoxFan
- Start date
CaptainLaddie said:
Patriots have too many tall and physical cornerbacks that are signed to below market deals compared to this free agent market.
It's not the only way Revis can fit in. Is it quality depth at the position? Not necessarily.Ed Hillel said:
I haven't seen anything about Chris Culliver, but he's younger and better than Browner. If they could sign him with a first year cap hit under 5.5 (or w.e. it is) it could be worth pursuing. Browner has some unique traits that Culliver can't replicate though.
RedOctober3829 said:
Ok, so Cut Solder instead? They need to create more space than people seem to be letting on here if they want Revis, since he won't be the last person they sign. There's also no dead money cutting Browner, unlike with all the options outside of Solder. Browner is overrated here, even if his contract is good.
Truth be told, I'd be fine cutting either if it means they can keep Revis and sign a few others to fill out the roster and sign their picks.
Ian Rapoport @RapSheet 26s27 seconds ago
After losing Julius Thomas, the #Broncos are re-signing TE Virgil Green, source said (as @Jeff_Legwold said).
After losing Julius Thomas, the #Broncos are re-signing TE Virgil Green, source said (as @Jeff_Legwold said).
Lee Schechter @LeeSchechter 2m2 minutes ago
Browner told me during the season in weekly football journey feature that he loved the genuine nature of the Patriots organization.
Browner told me during the season in weekly football journey feature that he loved the genuine nature of the Patriots organization.
Ian Rapoport @RapSheet 21s22 seconds ago
The #Saints have called around, open to shopping many of their players, source say. One notable player included: TE Jimmy Graham. For real.
The #Saints have called around, open to shopping many of their players, source say. One notable player included: TE Jimmy Graham. For real.
Ian Rapoport @RapSheet 26s27 seconds ago
Reggie Bush is considering a potential return to the #Saints. Also considering the #Patriots and the #49ers, I’m told.
Reggie Bush is considering a potential return to the #Saints. Also considering the #Patriots and the #49ers, I’m told.
Re: Graham
Piecing this together:
$12M over 4 years = $3M signing bonus proration per year
$4M cap hit in 2014 means $1M in salary for 2014
$21M over first two years means $1M salary for 2014 + $12M bonus + $8M salary for 2015 --> $11M cap hit for 2015
$30M over first three years means $9M salary for 2016 --> $12M cap hit for 2016
That leaves $40M less $12M less $11M less $4M = $13M cap hit for 2017
Jimmy Graham, Saints agree to 4-year, $40M contract
451
- By Kevin Patra
- Around the NFL writer
- Published: July 15, 2014 at 09:14 a.m.
- Updated: July 16, 2014 at 07:32 a.m.
Drew Brees' favorite target is now a happy one.
Jimmy Graham and the New Orleans Saints reached an agreement on a four-year, $40 million contract that makes the pass-catcher the highest-paid tight end in the league, NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported Tuesday, per a source involved in the deal. The team later confirmed that they agreed to terms on a multi-year deal.
Graham received a $12 million signing bonus and between $20 to $21 million of the deal is guaranteed, Rapoport reported. Graham will be paid $13 million -- more money than if he was ruled a wide receiver for franchise-tag purposes -- but will carry just a $4 million cap number for 2014. He will earn $21 million over the first two years of the contract and $30 million over three years.
Piecing this together:
$12M over 4 years = $3M signing bonus proration per year
$4M cap hit in 2014 means $1M in salary for 2014
$21M over first two years means $1M salary for 2014 + $12M bonus + $8M salary for 2015 --> $11M cap hit for 2015
$30M over first three years means $9M salary for 2016 --> $12M cap hit for 2016
That leaves $40M less $12M less $11M less $4M = $13M cap hit for 2017
Jay Glazer @JayGlazer 38s38 seconds ago
The Saints and Seahawks are trying to finalize trade Jimmy Graham and a 4th rounder for Max Unger and Seattle first rounder
The Saints and Seahawks are trying to finalize trade Jimmy Graham and a 4th rounder for Max Unger and Seattle first rounder
Jay Glazer @JayGlazer 1m1 minute ago
The Saints and Seahawks are trying to finalize trade Jimmy Graham and a 4th rounder for Max Unger and Seattle first rounder
The Saints and Seahawks are trying to finalize trade Jimmy Graham and a 4th rounder for Max Unger and Seattle first rounder
One reason I'd be hesitant to lose Browner is that I like the toughness he brings to the defense. I think certain players have an edge that other players feed off of. Harrison and Seymour gave those early Super Bowl squads their identity and Browner was a big reason the defense came together last year. If he's not back, who's left that sets that tone?
I guess losing Percy Harvin and Golden Tate weren't good moves after all. Great move for Wilson though. I'm surprised they can make this happen under the cap. I know Wilson's cheap now, but at some point there's a reckoning.RedOctober3829 said:
Graham is a great reciever but a terrible blocking TE. This doesn't really work in a run heavy offense. Also the cap.RedOctober3829 said:
Adam Schefter @AdamSchefter 8s9 seconds ago
Denver has reached agreement with TE Owen Daniels, per sources.
Denver has reached agreement with TE Owen Daniels, per sources.
Dan Graziano @DanGrazianoESPN 16s16 seconds ago
Giants have agreed to terms with LB Jonathan Casillas. 3 years, $10.5M per @caplannfl
Giants have agreed to terms with LB Jonathan Casillas. 3 years, $10.5M per @caplannfl
Adam Schefter @AdamSchefter 7s7 seconds ago
Former Super Bowl MVP and Seahawks LB Malcolm Smith has reached agreement with the Oakland Raiders, per sources.
Former Super Bowl MVP and Seahawks LB Malcolm Smith has reached agreement with the Oakland Raiders, per sources.
@DanGrazianoESPN: Giants have agreed to terms w/ LB Jonathan Casillas. 3 years, $10.5M per @caplannfl
And that is one thing this management team is not.jsinger121 said:
Wait for additional shoes to drop.
Ian Rapoport @RapSheet 3s4 seconds ago
The #Redskins are signing Stephen Paea more than $5M over 4 years
The #Redskins are signing Stephen Paea more than $5M over 4 years
Adam Schefter @AdamSchefter 51s51 seconds ago
Falcons adding LBs: Former Texans LB Brooks Reed is expected to sign with Atlanta as is former Cowboys LB Justin Durant, per sources
Falcons adding LBs: Former Texans LB Brooks Reed is expected to sign with Atlanta as is former Cowboys LB Justin Durant, per sources
Adam Schefter @AdamSchefter 9s10 seconds ago
Former Browns CB Buster Skrine expected to sign with Jets, per me and @caplannfl.
Former Browns CB Buster Skrine expected to sign with Jets, per me and @caplannfl.
Ian Rapoport @RapSheet 3s4 seconds ago
The #Falcons are signing LB Brooks Reed on a 5-year deal for $22M
The #Falcons are signing LB Brooks Reed on a 5-year deal for $22M
Adam Schefter @AdamSchefter 9s9 seconds ago
Giants S Antrel Rolle is visiting Bears: no deal in place.
Giants S Antrel Rolle is visiting Bears: no deal in place.
Manish Mehta @MMehtaNYDN 4m4 minutes ago
Source: Buster Skrine's deal with Jets: 4 years, $25M ... $13M guaranteed. #nyj
Source: Buster Skrine's deal with Jets: 4 years, $25M ... $13M guaranteed. #nyj
Ian Rapoport @RapSheet 15s15 seconds ago
Thought Jared Odrick was getting $7M per year from #Jaguars. It’s actually $8.5M per year with $22M guaranteed.
Thought Jared Odrick was getting $7M per year from #Jaguars. It’s actually $8.5M per year with $22M guaranteed.