Showing posts with label Free Agent Signings. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Free Agent Signings. Show all posts

Friday, March 14, 2014

NFL Free Agency: Day 4 Recap

Hakeem Knicks Signs with Colts: After Reggie Wayne missed the majority of the 2013 season due to injury, the Colts realized that quarterback Andrew Luck was in desperate need of talent at the wide receiver position. The contract will only be for one year, but if things go well in Indy next season, one can expect that the contract would be renegotiated between both sides.

Steve Smith Joins Ravens: After Steve Smith's career with the Carolina Panthers ended in an ugly fashion, Smith will now play for the Baltimore Ravens for the next three seasons. That being said, the Ravens are scheduled to play Carolina at some point in 2014, although it is yet to be announced where the game will be played.

Cortland Finnegan to Play for Dolphins: Cortland Finnegan spent just two years in St. Louis before becoming a free agent, and now, he will find a new destination for the third time in four years. Finnegan played in just seven games last season with 1 interception, no sacks, and no forced fumbles. The deal is reportedly worth $11 million for two years.

Michael Oher Leaves Baltimore for Tennessee: Michael Oher, a player known by many for his interesting story portrayed in the film The Blind Side, has decided to leave Baltimore and will now be joining the Tennessee Titans. Although he is not considered to be one of the league's best offensive tackles, his celebrity status makes this transaction a notable storyline.

Patriots Officially Sign Brandon Browner: Despite his history with performance enhancing drugs, the Patriots were willing to take the risk with this cornerback from Seattle. Browner's suspension will carry over into the first four games of the season, but once he is back, Browner will play alongside recently-signed corner Darrelle Revis.

Thursday, March 13, 2014

NFL Free Agency: Day 3 Recap

Darren Sproles Traded to Eagles: Widely considered to be the most versatile running back in all of football, Darren Sproles has now been traded to Philadelphia from his team of three years. The Eagles acquiring Sproles is somewhat surprising because they already have All-Pro running back LeSean McCoy. At 30 years old, the Eagles will have to pay the $3.5 million left on Sproles' contract for one season, but Chip Kelly appears to be content with his recent acquisition.

Vince Wilfork Asks to be Released by Pats: Defensive tackle Vince Wilfork has asked the New England Patriots, a franchise that he has played for throughout his career, to be released. The New England Patriots were looking to re-negotiate his contract after an injury to the Achilles cost him the majority of the 2013 season. Wilfork did not take the news well. A five-time Pro Bowler and Super Bowl Champion, Vince Wilfork may still have trouble finding eligible suitors due to the likeliness of future injuries.

Justin Tuck Accepts Deal from Raiders: The Oakland Raiders are looking to improve their weak pass rush by acquiring former New York Giants defensive end Justin Tuck. This two-time All-Pro and two-time Super Bowl champion will make $11 million over the course of two years. After back-to-back seasons with single-digit sacks, Tuck recorded 11 sacks in 2013, so the Oakland Raiders are now looking to improve from their 38 sacks in 2013.

Steve Smith Officially Cut By Panthers: After 13 seasons with the Carolina Panthers, Steve Smith has officially been cut from the Panthers' roster. It is rumored that the Panthers looked to dump the 34 year old receiver in order to require a younger Hakeem Knicks.

Future HOF James Harrison Cut: After the Cincinnati Bengals picked up James Harrison just one-year ago, the Bengals have decided to drop this aging star in order to look for more youthful talent. Despite his great years in Pittsburgh, Harrison recorded just 2 sacks and 30 tackles despite playing in 15 games in 2013.

Other Storylines: Chris Johnson will reportedly take a pay cut in order to leave Tennessee, Ted Ginn joins Cardinals under a three-year contract, Brandon Browners is rumored to have reached an agreement with New England, and LaMarr Woodley joins Justin Tuck in Oakland.

Monday, March 18, 2013

NFL Free Agent Signings

RB
Reggie Bush (Dolphins to Lions)
Four-years, $16 million
Shonn Green (Jets to Titans)
Three-years, $10 million
Rashard Mendenhall (Steelers to Cardinals)
One-year, $2.5 million
Steven Jackson (Rams to Falcons)
Three-years, $12 million

WR
Mike Wallace (Steelers to Dolphins)
Five-years, $60 million
Danny Amendola (Rams to Patriots)
Five-years, $31 million
Wes Welker (Patriots to Broncos)
Two-years, $12 million
Greg Jennings (Packers to Vikings)
Five-years, $45 million

OL
Andy Levitre (Bills to Titans)
Six-years, $46.8 million
Jake Long (Dolphins to Rams)
Four-years, $34 million
Louis Vasquez (Chargers to Broncos)
Four-years, $24.5 million

DL
Desmond Bryant (Buccaneers to Browns)
Five-years, $34 million
Glenn Dorsey (Chiefs to 49ers)
Two-years, $6 million
Cliff Avril (Lions to Seattle)
Two-years, $15 million
Michael Bennett (Buccaneers to Seahawks)
One-year, $5 million

LB
Paul Kruger (Ravens to Browns)
Five-years, $40 million

DB
Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie (Eagles to Broncos)
One-year, $5 million
Dashon Goldson (49ers to Buccaneers)
Five-years, $41.25 million