Glazer says Eagles may trade Simon to Ravens

[Pocono]

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Eagles may trade Simon to Ravens
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The following is the first installment of a new series of news, notes and random thoughts by FOXSports.com senior writer Jay Glazer that will appear on a regular basis throughout the off-season. Consider it Glaze Gone Wild as our insider gives the fans a look inside the NFL.

Former Pro Bowl defensive tackle and Eagles franchise player Corey Simon has a chance to move a short drive down I-95 if he so chooses.
FOXSports.com has learned that the Ravens and Eagles have recently discussed a deal that would send former Pro Bowl defensive tackle Corey Simon to the Ravens in exchange for second and third-round draft picks over the next two years. There is, however, a huge holdup as the deal is contingent upon the Ravens working out a contract extension with Simon — no small feat.

Simon's agent has talked to Baltimore recently and wants a deal on par with some of the top pass rushing defensive linemen in the NFL. If the Ravens cannot agree to terms with Simon and the deal fails to happen, the Eagles are content to have Simon play this season at his franchise number of $5.13 million. However, a deal would be beneficial to both sides.

Philadelphia has been contacted by several teams regarding Simon but the Ravens' offer seems to be the most realistic option at this point.

While several sources close to the situation confirmed the talks, Ravens GM Ozzie Newsome denied that any deal is in place.

Simon was tabbed as the Eagles' franchise player this off-season to prevent him from bolting via free agency. If the deal goes down, then Philly will have an astounding 14 picks in this year's draft including six on the first day.

If the deal gets done and the Ravens add Simon, Baltimore would have Ed Reed, Terrell Suggs, Ray Lewis, Peter Boulware, Chris McAlister and possibly Deion Sanders as former first-round picks bolstering the defensive side of the ball.

The Ravens are likely switching to a 4-3 scheme and by putting him next to nose tackle Kelly Gregg — perhaps the league's most underrated defender — it would give Baltimore an upgrade at the position.

Philadelphia adds two first-day picks to their slate over the next two years. Philly surrenders a player who has had two 7.5 sack seasons and one year with 9.5. Last season, Simon collected 5.5 sacks — the second-lowest total of his career.

[Oldskool]

Ravens | Talking Trade with Eagles for Simon - from www.KFFL.com
Mon, 4 Apr 2005 11:51:49 -0700

Jay Glazer reports on FOXSports.com that the Baltimore Ravens and Philadelphia Eagles have recently talked about a potential trade that would send Eagles DT Corey Simon to the Ravens in exchange for second and third round draft choices over the next two years. However, such a deal would be contingent upon Baltimore being able to work out a long-term contract extension with Simon, who is the Eagles' franchise player. Simon's agent has talked with the Ravens recently; they are looking for a deal that is on par with some of the top pass rushing defensive linemen in the league. Ravens GM Ozzie Newsome has denied any deal is in place.

[Westbrook36]

Well, I'd love to get his 6 million off the books for this year and use that to lock up Westy and Lewis longterm.

A 2nd and a 3rd would be great. The Eagles LOVE going into a draft with multiple first day picks. It's like a force multiplier.

[Dead Money]

[Ernie5]

This would be a good move for Philly. I'm not really sure why Baltimore would do it, but it's interesting.

[Sweet Sassy Molassy]

Originally posted by Kevin B.

Wow you really put a lot of thought into that post,
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Damn that Eagles are good at stock piling draft picks. How many do they have this year?

Corey Simon is a talented guy. Who do you guys have to replace him, Westy?

[Buford]

you know, it gets to a point where if you're getting a lot of rookies at once, its not that great for your team. Especially when they are all up for new deals in a few years....and if you want to give them minutes.

Just like our problem was trading away too many picks for Vets, I think it works the same in reverse.

I think the Eagles should keep the kid.

[skns4life]

Originally posted by Bufford
you know, it gets to a point where if you're getting a lot of rookies at once, its not that great for your team. Especially when they are all up for new deals in a few years....and if you want to give them minutes.

Just like our problem was trading away too many picks for Vets, I think it works the same in reverse.

I think the Eagles should keep the kid.

happens all the time in madden!

[Westbrook36]

Originally posted by Bufford
you know, it gets to a point where if you're getting a lot of rookies at once, its not that great for your team. Especially when they are all up for new deals in a few years....and if you want to give them minutes.

Just like our problem was trading away too many picks for Vets, I think it works the same in reverse.

I think the Eagles should keep the kid.

His contract demands are ridiculous. Why keep him so he can miss camp, show up out of shape in time for the season, get his 5.5 sacks again, have to be taken out at the end of games because he is winded, and MAYBE get a fourth or fifth round compensation pick next year (which you can't trade) all while paying him over 5 million this year?

A good rule of thumb is if other fans in the NFC East are suggesting the Eagles shouldn't do it, it's probably a good idea.

[Buford]

then trade him to another team for a player you need. Like a #2 WR and a backup DL or something.

Look, if I were just a NFC East guy who wanted the Eagles to lose....then stockpile those picks. The future is tomorrow, right?

[Eagles_Legendz]

The Eagles would replace him with Rayburn in the starting lineup (who outplayed Simon most of the year last year). From Philadelphia's perspective, why not get his $6 million off the books for next season (allowing the extension of core players like Westbrook/M. Lewis) and getting compensation for someone who has underperformed and will be gone next year anyway.

If Philadelphia acquired a 2nd this year and a 3rd, they'd have:

1 1st,
3 2nd
3 3rd

There is no way Philadelphia would keep that many picks. If this happened, I would fully expect a huge move in the 1st round.

[Westbrook36]

Originally posted by Bufford
then trade him to another team for a player you need. Like a #2 WR and a backup DL or something.

Look, if I were just a NFC East guy who wanted the Eagles to lose....then stockpile those picks. The future is tomorrow, right?

I love the idea of having a Superbowl team and having tons of high draft picks. Sure they are a crapshoot but if you have enough, you are going to find players.....especially given the Eagles FO's record.

It doesn't bode well for the rest of the NFC if the Eagles keep their current core in place AND add highly talented draft picks in key positions but that's exactly what I expect to happen.

[Buford]

Its 0-0 now.

Who says the NFC doesn't recover from its weakest point ever to get in the way of another cake walk?

[Westbrook36]

Originally posted by Bufford
Its 0-0 now.

Who says the NFC doesn't recover from its weakest point ever to get in the way of another cake walk?

Nothing is certain in life. I like my hand right now.

[Buford]

well, I like yours also. I'd stand pat.

I don't know how long the Bills can make it this far and get outcoached. You've been the most talented team on the field that past 4 final games of you season.