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March 8, 2015 at 2:53 pm #19653
znModeratorhttp://www.rotoworld.com/playernews/nfl/football-player-news
Report: 49ers zeroing in on Torrey Smith
Updating an earlier item, ESPN’s Adam Caplan believes the 49ers will sign free agent Torrey Smith “unless the money is too rich for them.”
We suppose you could say that about any team in pursuit of a free agent, but it’s clear the 49ers are zeroing in on the 26-year-old deep threat. Caplan is a very reliable reporter. Per Caplan, the Colts and Texans are also interested in Smith. With Randall Cobb off the market, Smith is Rotoworld’s No. 2 free agent receiver. His arrival would ensure Michael Crabtree walks.==========
49ers now think they’ll lose Gore
Posted by Mike Florio on March 8, 2015, 2:28 PM EDT
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/03/08/49ers-now-think-theyll-lose-gore/Well, that changed quickly.
49ers owner Jed York recently said he thinks his team will find a way to bring back running back Frank Gore. Now, the 49ers are reportedly resigned to the fact that Gore will be gone.
Per Ian Rapoport of NFL Media, the 49ers believe they’ll be losing Gore to another team. It has prompted the 49ers to begin looking at the free-agency market for potential replacements.
In hindsight, it could be that the 49ers badly misread the market for Gore, who is drawing interest from at least the Eagles and Colts. As the market for running backs generally rebounds from a multi-year depression, that could make it much more expensive for San Francisco to bring in a Plan B.
Mike Iupati – G – 49ers
The St. Paul Pioneer Press reports the Vikings have reached out to free agent LG Mike Iupati.
The Vikings are dead-set on improving their offensive line, and Iupati is the biggest name available. He’s reportedly seeking $8-9 million per year. Minnesota released LG Charles Johnson earlier this offseason and have no in-house replacement. Iupati could help stabilize to-date first-round bust LT Matt Kalil.March 8, 2015 at 5:25 pm #19666znModeratorFrank Gore most likely will be an Eagle
by Mike Florio
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/03/08/frank-gore-most-likely-will-be-an-eagle/
The Frank Gore era in San Francisco is about to come to an end. And there definitely was one.
Ten seasons, 11,073 rushing yards. Another 2,883 yards receiving.
A league source tells PFT that, barring something unforeseen, Gore will sign with the Eagles. The contract is expected to pay $7.5 million guaranteed over the first two years.
Adam Caplan and Adam Schefter of ESPN recently reported that Gore is telling people he’ll sign with the Eagles this week.
Gore will give Eagles coach Chip Kelly the north-south, hole-hitting runner the Philly offense needs. And it will require the 49ers to find a replacement.
Again, it’s not a done deal. And “something unforeseen” could happen, such as another team swooping in with a much better deal.
Don’t count on that team being the 49ers. Another source tells PFT that the 49ers never intended to bring Gore back for an 11th season, but that they didn’t want an ugly ending with one of their cornerstone players of the last decade.
The Colts also are reportedly interested in Gore.
Regardless of whether Gore signs with the Eagles or someone else, “something unforeseen” has indeed happened; the running back market has been revived from its recent flatline status.
March 8, 2015 at 5:27 pm #19667znModeratorByron Maxwell: I’m going to Philly
by Josh Alper
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/03/08/byron-maxwell-im-going-to-philly/
For a team operating during a period when the NFL says that they aren’t supposed to be doing more than expressing interest and exchanging information with representatives of impending free agents, the Eagles seem to be landing quite a few commitments.
Running back Frank Gore has been telling people that he’s heading to Philadelphia and now cornerback Byron Maxwell has sent the same message to Josina Anderson of ESPN.
“I’m going to Philly” Maxwell told Anderson during a phone conversation.
There have been reports that Maxwell will be signing a five-year deal with $25 million in guaranteed money as he leaves the Seahawks for the Eagles, which would mean Philly paid a big price to fill a big need on their defense.
With Brandon Flowers and Kareem Jackson avoiding the market and Maxwell apparently off of it before it even opens, guys like Chris Culliver, Buster Skrine Antonio Cromartieand Tramon Williams move to the top of the list of available players at the position.
March 8, 2015 at 6:54 pm #19672znModeratorCardinals Expected To Go All Out For Adrian Peterson
Shawn Ferris
http://www.endzonescore.com/2015/03/08/cardinals-expected-to-go-all-out-for-adrian-peterson/
Rand Getlin @Rand_Getlin
A source indicated after Darnell Dockett’s release that the #AZCardinals were clearing cap space to make a run at RB Adrian Peterson.When the Cardinals released Darnell Dockett on February 27th, they freed up $9.8 million in cap space, and let him sign with a division rival.
Now we know why.
To free up space for Adrian Peterson.
Peterson is still under contact with the Vikings, but that relationship has soured considerably, and recent deals signed by Marshawn Lynch and LeSean McCoy isn’t doing the team any favors in their attempt to approach Peterson about a possible team-friendly restructure.
With that in mind, the former 2,000 yard rusher’s contract is borderline untradeable, which means an outright release seems like the most likely scenario.
And it appears the Cardinals will be the first team waiting for him with their new-found cap space.
March 8, 2015 at 7:24 pm #19673
znhaterBlockedDon’t see the big fuss over Gore. He’s to old and about to hit the wall.
March 8, 2015 at 7:28 pm #19674znModeratorByron Maxwell: I’m going to Philly
by Josh Alper
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/03/08/byron-maxwell-im-going-to-philly/
For a team operating during a period when the NFL says that they aren’t supposed to be doing more than expressing interest and exchanging information with representatives of impending free agents, the Eagles seem to be landing quite a few commitments.
Running back Frank Gore has been telling people that he’s heading to Philadelphia and now cornerback Byron Maxwell has sent the same message to Josina Anderson of ESPN.
“I’m going to Philly” Maxwell told Anderson during a phone conversation.
There have been reports that Maxwell will be signing a five-year deal with $25 million in guaranteed money as he leaves the Seahawks for the Eagles, which would mean Philly paid a big price to fill a big need on their defense.
With Brandon Flowers and Kareem Jackson avoiding the market and Maxwell apparently off of it before it even opens, guys like Chris Culliver, Buster Skrine Antonio Cromartieand Tramon Williams move to the top of the list of available players at the position.
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Hawks CB Byron Maxwell Reportedly Will Sign With Eagles – $25 mil Guaranteed
Jayson Braddock of SportsTalk 790 in Houston reported that the “Byron Maxwell deal is done. Guarantee came in higher after more discussion. Byron Maxwell will become an Eagle Tuesday w/ $25 mil guaranteed.”
Earlier on Sunday, Yahoo Sports’ Rand Getlin noted that “the Eagles are currently willing to pay CB Byron Maxwell north of $10M per year, per a source. Top of the market.”
According to Braddock, “Deal also changed from 6 year $63 mil. It’s now reportedly set to be a 5 year deal around $53 to 54 million.”
Maxwell spoke about potentially joining the Eagles when asked during an appearance on ESPN on March 5, via Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation:
“Definitely. They run the scheme that I’m talking about. Cover 3, man press. And they’re committed to winning, so definitely Philadelphia. If they was to come at me, I would definitely have to consider them.”
On March 4, Around the NFL and Ian Rapoport of NFL.com first reported the Eagles’ interest in Maxwell.
Few teams in the entire league need the help in the secondary more than the Eagles considering they finished 31st in the NFL against the pass in 2014. Teams repeatedly burned Philadelphia’s corners through the air, and the Eagles missed the playoffs as a result despite having a productive offense.
Maxwell was listed as the No. 9 player and top cornerback on NFL.com’s Gregg Rosenthal’s and Chris Wesseling’s list of the 101 top free agents available this offseason, so he would certainly help Philadelphia rebuild the secondary.
March 8, 2015 at 7:43 pm #19675
bnwBlockedAP in AZ? Ugh.
The upside to being a Rams fan is heartbreak.
Sprinkles are for winners.
March 8, 2015 at 11:59 pm #19681znModeratorOrlando Franklin – G – Broncos
The Denver Post reports free agent G/T Orlando Franklin’s deal with San Diego will average $7.2 million per year and include $14 million guaranteed.
It sounds like a five-year, $36 million pact. The Franklin deal is one of several agreed to over the weekend that can’t be finalized until Tuesday. Franklin is expected to play left guard in San Diego, upgrading on Chad Rinehart.
Source: Denver Post
http://www.rotoworld.com/playernews/nfl/football-player-news?rw=1
March 9, 2015 at 11:27 am #19702znModeratorRaiders reach deal with Rodney Hudson
by Mike Wilkening on March 9, 2015
http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2015/03/09/report-raiders-reach-deal-with-rodney-hudson/
The Raiders are spending big to lure away the top center in free agency from a division rival.
Oakland has reached a five-year, $44.5 million contract with Chiefs center Rodney Hudson, Jason La Canfora of CBS reported Monday morning.
The 25-year-old Hudson is PFT’s 23rd-ranked free agent.
For Oakland, the Hudson deal would be a nice victory after other presumed free agent targets have seemingly turned their attention elsewhere. For Kansas City, the loss of Hudson is a setback after striking a potential deal with wideout Jeremy Maclin Sunday night.
Hudson’s pending arrival in Oakland all but closes the door on center Stefen Wisniewski’s return to the club. Wisniewski, like Hudson, is in his prime, so he should be able to find a good job elsewhere.
March 10, 2015 at 8:24 am #19753znModeratorI see lots of reports saying, Iupati to Arizona.
I guess they basically traded him for Dockett.
March 10, 2015 at 11:59 am #19768
wvParticipantMarch 10, 2015 at 12:59 pm #19770
HerzogParticipantRams don’t seem to care to much about a free agent center. That’s a shame.
March 10, 2015 at 1:32 pm #19771
WinnbradParticipantRams don’t seem to care to much about a free agent center. That’s a shame.
They may get this guy. I don’t much about him.
Stefen Wisniewski – C – Raiders
The Rams have “touched base” with free agent C Stefen Wisniewski.
Their only known competitors are the Bears. The Raiders have moved on after signing Rodney Hudson, and the Cardinals likely have as well after landing Mike Iupati. Wisniewski is 26 years old. He’d be an instant upgrade on outgoing Scott Wells for a Rams line in desperate need of capable bodies.March 10, 2015 at 1:45 pm #19775WinnbradParticipantI’m not looking forward to Torrey Smith torching Jenkins at least twice this season, either.
March 10, 2015 at 1:53 pm #19776HerzogParticipantI don’t know much about him, but if he played for the Raiders so how good could he be? If he is as good as he seems, that would change the whole complexion of our line. Man O Man.
March 10, 2015 at 1:59 pm #19777WinnbradParticipantI don’t know much about him, but if he played for the Raiders so how good could he be? If he is as good as he seems, that would change the whole complexion of our line. Man O Man.
I don’t know if he’s any good, either. But he’s gotta be better than Wells.
Here’s what Rotoworld says about him. Please take it with a shaker of salt. The Raiders are gonna sign Hudson at center, for a crapload of money. So Wisniewski is apparently entertaining suitors, today.
The Raiders are expected to move on from free agent G/C Stefen Wisniewski.
Wisniewski is a rare “homegrown talent” on the Raiders, but was drafted by the old Al Davis regime. The 26-year-old is an above-league-average interior offensive lineman. The most surprising part is the Raiders’ willingness to let a young starter walk. They don’t have many quality young starters.
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