Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

I vote to ban the guy who voted for "love this trade" in the poll. Not that I have any clout, but can I get a second on that one?

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

[url=http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=2814052]ESPN.com - NFL - Agent: Bears' Briggs could go to Redskins in trade[/url]

"But it's a win-win situation," Rosenhaus said. "Chicago only wants to sign Lance to a one-year contract anyway. If they made the trade, they would move up 25 spots in the first round and be able to choose one of the premier players in the draft. And Lance, obviously, would get the long-term deal he wants [from the Redskins]. It's a good resolution for everyone."

he doesnt mention the skins as part of the winners... We deserve more for the 6th pick that a player and the 31st...briggs isnt goign to play for them, they have no leverage...we should give them both our sixth picks and say you got a good deal on adam, heres your sixth pick back, and ours

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

[quote=SmootSmack;291563]Ok, so let's step back and look at this trade. I don't have a problem with getting Briggs, and drop from #6 to #31 may not be a total disaster if someone is there at D-Line (I know they have shown interest in Quentin Moses, but #31 may be a little high for him)

But a.) we need more picks and b.) are we committed to Rocky or not?

But does anyone else find it weird that Snyder would even comment at all?[/quote]

Yes, if he did comment it seems that he wouldn't really be interested.

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

[QUOTE=djnemo65;291603]If this happens I am getting drunk by myself and throwing things.[/QUOTE]

Hey, don't they have those places in Japan where you can smash an entire room to pieces? That's where I would go, if this happened.

Like it was said earlier: I don't think this is going to happen, and Rosenhaus is just using us for leverage.

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

This would be a typical ridiculous move for the front office admitting their mistake last year on Rocky McIntosh and essentially wasting 2 picks on a player who won't see the field without an injury to someone else. I'm so disgusted at our decision makers it's painful.

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

The part that doesn't make sense is this. Denver offers thier probowl linebacker plus thier 1st, 2nd, 3rd picks. We say no. Instead we want another teams linebacker and a later 1st with no 2nd or 3rd.

Something does not sound right.

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

I think Briggs is beast. I like the move. It gives us a TRUE playmaker to put along side of Washington. A leader with washington. The only thing that stinks is Rocky being squashed back down the depth chart. Maybe this is one of those moves the FO made that didn't work out. Maybe Rocky isn't the guy? I personally like the deal, but I would hope to get another pick, maybe a 3rd. I doubt we could take Briggs, 31st overall and a 2nd for the 6th. Briggs is one of the best LB in the league, just hitting his prime at 26. we would be fortunate to get a 3rd.

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

[QUOTE=GoSkins!;291638]The part that doesn't make sense is this. Denver offers thier probowl linebacker plus thier 1st, 2nd, 3rd picks. We say no. Instead we want another teams linebacker and a later 1st with no 2nd or 3rd.

Something does not sound right.[/QUOTE]Good point. Plus, with Denver we would have gotten the 21st pick as opposed to the 31st.
Maybe the Skins are confirming this rumor to put some pressure on Denver to get this deal done.

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

I clicked the wrong button and said I love it, however, don't mistake stupidity for passion. I DO NOT WANT THIS AT ALL.

Can it please just be draft day and we hear the names Branch, Okoye, Adams, Anderson, or Carriker? That's ALL I want to hear.

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

I hope and pray this is Rosenhaus using the Skins' for leverage. Snyder and the FO may be doing Rosenhaus a "favor" to help him get Briggs out of Chi-town, but if we do this deal as reported, I will attend the Draft Day party at Fed-Ex....and then jump from the top of the stadium.

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

I think I am scared - Not b/c I think this trade is for crap and that it's going to happen - b/c I think I agree with 56Fanatic.

After reading the comments to the story on ESPN, it looks like Bears fans think they are getting rooked. While not true - the 6th pick is an incredibly good bargaining chip - it's really not that one sided.

Briggs is the franchise player, a straight up trade for him is 2 1st rounders. In this trade, we actually keep a 1st rounder and get a pro-bowl player.

My only real problem with the trade is that we have such a big hole on the DL and by trading down we lose the opportunity to trade the 6th for more shots in the annual crapshoot. Plus, I guess this means Rocky is pretty much a bust.

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

[QUOTE=JoeRedskin;291646]I think I am scared - Not b/c I think this trade is for crap and that it's going to happen - b/c I think I agree with 56Fanatic.

After reading the comments to the story on ESPN, it looks like Bears fans think they are getting rooked. While not true - the 6th pick is an incredibly good bargaining chip - it's really not that one sided.

Briggs is the franchise player, a straight up trade for him is 2 1st rounders. In this trade, we actually keep a 1st rounder and get a pro-bowl player.

My only real problem with the trade is that we have such a big hole on the DL and by trading down we lose the opportunity to trade the 6th for more shots in the annual crapshoot. Plus, I guess this means Rocky is pretty much a bust.[/QUOTE]

Maybe you're scared about agreeing with 56fanatic, but I agree with both of you. And I'm a mod, so you're safe ;)

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

[quote=JoeRedskin;291646]I think I am scared - Not b/c I think this trade is for crap and that it's going to happen - b/c I think I agree with 56Fanatic.

After reading the comments to the story on ESPN, it looks like Bears fans think they are getting rooked. While not true - the 6th pick is an incredibly good bargaining chip - it's really not that one sided.

Briggs is the franchise player, a straight up trade for him is 2 1st rounders. In this trade, we actually keep a 1st rounder and get a pro-bowl player.

My only real problem with the trade is that we have such a big hole on the DL and by trading down we lose the opportunity to trade the 6th for more shots in the annual crapshoot. Plus, I guess this means Rocky is pretty much a bust.[/quote]

Yeah but what franchise-tagged player is ever actually worth 2 first rounders? Sean Gilbert certainly wasn't, just ask the Panthers.

We better be getting additional picks besides just the 31st in this deal. Otherwise I'm about done defending Gibbs and his front office moves.

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

[quote=JoeRedskin;291646]I think I am scared - Not b/c I think this trade is for crap and that it's going to happen - b/c I think I agree with 56Fanatic.

After reading the comments to the story on ESPN, it looks like Bears fans think they are getting rooked. While not true - the 6th pick is an incredibly good bargaining chip - it's really not that one sided.

Briggs is the franchise player, a straight up trade for him is 2 1st rounders. In this trade, we actually keep a 1st rounder and get a pro-bowl player.

My only real problem with the trade is that we have such a big hole on the DL and by trading down we lose the opportunity to trade the 6th for more shots in the annual crapshoot. Plus, I guess this means Rocky is pretty much a bust.[/quote]

That is funny. I just think this is an awesome deal for us. we get Briggs and the 31st, we dont lose a 1st round pick when generally you lose 2 first rounders dealing for a franchise player. Briggs is a Ray Lewis type LB. Motor is always running, intense guy who plays with not a chip but a log on his shoulder. Put him oposite Marcus, and taylor we have 3 legit game changers. The draft is very deep with DL and DE, we could still address the line. Maybe he will wear 56! I have been waiting for another 56 so I dont have to hear when are you changing your name anymore

Re: NFL Network: Bears' Briggs, 31st Pick for Skins' 6th Pick?
 

After sleeping on this the deal as proposed right now doesn't seem that bad to me. Would I want them to do it? No. But remember (as some have already pointed out) the price tag of a franchise player is two first rounders. In this scenario the Skins still keep a 1st rounder and get a franchise quality player. Can anyone deny what a great LB corps this would be with Washington, Fletcher, and Briggs... with Marshall and McIntosh coming off the bench?!

I think the Skins would actually be coming out ahead on this deal if they were to do it, that being said I'm not in favor of it.