2013 FA Thread (Updates on OP) New: Merling, Brace, Pashos, Trueblood, EJBig, Tapp, White, Williams, MATTHEWS; Re-up: Rex, Hall, Davis, Paulsen, DY, RJax, Lich, Sundberg, Baker, Sav, Golston, Kehl, Polumbus; Paycuts: Carriker, Moss, BMeri, J. Wilson

[DogofWar1]

Chiefs |
Redskins | Discussing extension with Darrel Young
The Washington Redskins are discussing a long-term deal with FB Darrel Young.


[/COLOR]Darrel Young - RB - Redskins The Redskins have reportedly discussed a long-term deal with restricted free agent FB Darrel Young.
Young paved the way for Alfred Morris' eye-opening rookie season, appearing in all 16 games as a true lead-blocker. There's no urgency on deal because the Redskins can likely retain Young via a $1.323 right-of-first-refusal tender.
Source: Washington Examiner Mar 5 - 9:31 AM[COLOR="Gold"]

I would like to see him here long-term, so I hope this bears fruit. He was a very very good FB, and played a large and underrated role in the success of our offense. It would be a major mistake to let him escape, and he is definitely a core player we need.

[SemperFi Skins]

I would like to see him here long-term, so I hope this bears fruit. He was a very very good FB, and played a large and underrated role in the success of our offense. It would be a major mistake to let him escape, and he is definitely a core player we need.

I'd go as far as saying he's top 5 FB in the league just from watching him.

---------- Post added March-5th-2013 at 10:49 AM ----------

Dolphins | Brian Hartline close to re-signing
The Miami Dolphins are close to re-signing WR Brian Hartline to a multiyear deal worth between $6 million and $6.5 million per season.

[PortisBetts]

[QUOTE=SemperFi Skins;9443960]Redskins | Discussing extension with Darrel Young
The Washington Redskins are discussing a long-term deal with FB Darrel Young.


[/COLOR]Darrel Young - RB - Redskins The Redskins have reportedly discussed a long-term deal with restricted free agent FB Darrel Young.
Young paved the way for Alfred Morris' eye-opening rookie season, appearing in all 16 games as a true lead-blocker. There's no urgency on deal because the Redskins can likely retain Young via a $1.323 right-of-first-refusal tender.
Source: Washington Examiner Mar 5 - 9:31 AM[COLOR="Gold"]

Good, Young is a great player. He can lead block and is also a threat out of the backfield. The dude has running after the catch ability that is rare for a FB.

[SemperFi Skins]

Patriots | Still talking to Aqib Talib
The New England Patriots are still talking to free-agent CB Aqib Talib and want to re-sign him. However, nothing seems imminent.

[DC9]

Glad to see DY is in the plans long term.

[Alcoholic Zebra]

Well then...
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SIGN HIM SIGN HIM SIGNHIM SIGNHIM SIGNHIM SIGNHIMSIGNHIMSIGNHIM!

Seriously, we can definitely clear that amount of space. Let's get something done on him.

I'm confused, you're this excited to re-sign Fred Davis when DC9 mentioned that 2/3rds of all Achilles Injuries kind of ruin the player?

[Laxpunk2006]

I'm confused, you're this excited to re-sign Fred Davis when DC9 mentioned that 2/3rds of all Achilles Injuries kind of ruin the player?

Davis didn't suffer a full tear so it's not unreasonable to be optimistic. The enthusiasm is likely due to the fact we can secure him for a discounted rate because of the injury.

[Rypien1191]

If we can get Davis 1 year for $2M thats a no-brainer. Assuming he'll be healthy.

[SemperFi Skins]

Rob Bironas - K - Titans Beat writer Jim Wyatt still expects the Titans to re-sign free agent K Rob Bironas.
The Titans declined to use their franchise tag on Bironas, but there's plenty of interest on both sides. He's spent all eight of his NFL seasons in Nashville, making 85.6 percent of his field goals.
Source: Jim Wyatt on Twitter Mar 5 - 11:33 AM

LeGarrette Blount - RB - Buccaneers GM Mark Dominik said he's considering using the first-round tender on restricted free agent LeGarrette Blount.
Dominik conceded he doesn't want to leave himself short at the running back position in a run-based attack. However, using a $2.879 million first-round tender on Blount would be overkill. No one is going to give up any first- or second-day draft picks for a replaceable two-down back with a questionable attitude.
Source: Tampa Tribune Mar 5 - 11:46 AM

Cullen Jenkins - DL - Free Agent Free agent DL Cullen Jenkins is scheduled to visit the Raiders Wednesday.
Jenkins is making use of his time in the Northwest. He also visited the Seahawks on Monday and the 49ers Wednesday following last week's meeting with the Giants. Jenkins' ability to rush the passer from the interior is appealing. Related: Raiders
Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter Mar 5 - 11:59 AM

Wes Welker - WR - Patriots A source tells CSN New England that the Patriots are closing in on a multi-year contract with free agent Wes Welker.
Source: CSN New England Mar 5 - 12:18 PM

[DogofWar1]

I'm confused, you're this excited to re-sign Fred Davis when DC9 mentioned that 2/3rds of all Achilles Injuries kind of ruin the player?

He sounds like he's coming along very well in terms of rehab. Obviously under normal circumstances I'd be concerned about his rehab this late in the free agency process, but it seems like no moves are being made anywhere, so I'm going based on reports that he was medically cleared.

And if 2M a year (with likely none of it guaranteed) is all it takes, then that's a huge steal if he's 100%.

[DC9]

And if 2M a year (with likely none of it guaranteed) is all it takes, then that's a huge steal if he's 100%.

If he performs he will get it all on the backend next year. And he'll have earned it. That's all I ask as a fan is to show us. I know none of us work in the front office, but I suspect they are in the same boat. "We want to pay you Fred, and we will. Take this 2 mil for one year and we'll see what you have."

I'm all about it.

[SemperFi Skins]

Taylor Mays - DB - Bengals Bengals SS Taylor Mays played on just 22.8 percent of the defensive snaps in 2012. (Lot of teams in for a high round Safety)
Once Chris Crocker got healthy ahead of Week 5, Mays' playing time really went in the tank. He's a big hitter, but gets exposed in coverage and isn't a great blitzer. Defensive coordinator Mike Zimmer claims Mays will have a bigger role in 2013, but he'll have to earn it. The Cincinnati Enquirer expects the Bengals to use a high draft pick on a safety.
Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Mar 5 - 12:46 PM

[rick1796]

I'd go as far as saying he's top 5 FB in the league just from watching him.[COLOR="Gold"]

I keep seeing that (maybe from you) i think most people are hard pressed to name 5 true fullbacks let alone 5 good ones. To say he is top five in a group of maybe ten isn't all that exciting. don't get me wrong he is quality, but trying to quantify that way seems odd to me.

[DC9]

I keep seeing that (maybe from you) i think most people are hard pressed to name 5 true fullbacks let alone 5 good ones. To say he is top five in a group of maybe ten isn't all that exciting. don't get me wrong he is quality, but trying to quantify that way seems odd to me.

He's the best in the NFL according to Kyle Shanahan. And me.

Stack him up with 3TE around the league if you want a comparrison. They fill the motion/hback roles in most offenses.

[SemperFi Skins]

I keep seeing that (maybe from you) i think most people are hard pressed to name 5 true fullbacks let alone 5 good ones. To say he is top five in a group of maybe ten isn't all that exciting. don't get me wrong he is quality, but trying to quantify that way seems odd to me.

Well i'll put it another way for you, he is extremely important to our run game success, an excellent pass catcher, and dominant blocker... underrated by most as a FB and I attribute a lot of it to his play as a converted LB.