Worst off-season thus far? The NFL?

[SmootSmack]

Originally Posted by Phinehas

Evidently, you didn't see Bud Selig testifying before a Senate Subcommittee trying to explain why the MLB's drug testing is so shabby compared to other major league sports. Tagliabue and Upshaw came out of that smelling like roses.

Furthermore, I don't think you've done much digging into the TO case, or you'd know that TO was likely to win the arbitration due to a phrase in his contract (which was approved by the NFL and NFLPA) which basically says he has until March 2nd to void his contract, and that the terms of his contract will supercede any changes in dates made by the CBA. Maybe you could blame the league for allowing that sort of wording in TO's contract, but you certainly cannot make the claim that the NFL is simply caving or that TO has no case. The facts show that he had a very good case, quite apart from his being an arrogant jerk and a squeaky wheel.

--Phin

Interesting. I knew about the March 2nd part of his contract, but I wasn't aware that the terms of his contract superceded any changes in dates made by the CBA.

Phin, how'd you pick your username. Every time I see it I think Dolphins and that ain't right

[offiss]

That's what I was hearing last night and if that's the case then he should be allowed to file an extention and become a free agent, that is why they all back tracked and made TO happy everyone recieved some kind of compensation, but if TO stuck to his gun's the eagles probabaly wouldn't have had to give up any compensation to the 49ers, I guess they just wanted closier.

[Daseal]

I get that feeling every time too, Smoot. I'll get my blackjack...

[Sheriff Gonna Getcha]

The worst offseason move was by the Dolphins. I don't think acquiring Boston was the best move, but I don't think it was the worst one either. If Boston stays healthy and "feels like playing," he'll give Miami the receiving threat they've needed so bad for the past several years. Chris Chambers should really shine if Boston plays well.

However, I understand that the Dolphins restructured Boston's deal. Had they not done so, they could have cut or traded him without incurring any cap hit if he didn't work out - which is a very distinct possibility. VERY bad move.

Boston, T.O., Randy Moss et al make me REALLY appreciate Coles. He's such a great player, he doesn't showboat, he doesn't complain, he's not a locker room cancer, he plays well through injuries, and he doesn't blame others for his shortcomings (of which there are very few).

A close second.....the Chargers. Why have they not done squat about their roster. I know they're trying to build a team and I don't blame them for getting rid of Boston, but why haven't they done anything to get a replacement for Boston, improve their o-line, get a decent backup to Brees (flutie is what 8,000 years old), and add some decent players to the defense?

They've got:
Drew Brees-promising 2nd rounder who turned out to bee a bust.
Doug Flutie-He's what 42?
Tim Dwight-I think Dwight is their #1 wideout and I don't know who their #2 is
A revolving-door Oline
I don't think they've got anyone playing on defense.

They've gotten rid of Boston, Wiley, Seau, and Harrison in the past two seasons and they haven't signed any noteworthy free agents.

At least the Cards are finally trying. The Chargers are definately going to be the worst team in football next season.

[Daseal]

They're turning into the lions. LT is Barry Sanders and the franchise is slowly getting rid of any talent but him. I think the chargers really need some O line and defense and they can go old school marty ball.