Rams Could Be In Hot Water Over Plane Fare

WaldSkins · 04-24-2009, 09:23 PM

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In response to the story that the Rams have bought a plane ticket for USC quarterback Mark Sanchez, a league source tells us that the Rams might eventually be making an even larger donation in the form of cash or future draft picks.

“If the Rams purchased a ticket for Sanchez they are breaking rules,” a league source told us tonight. “They can do no such thing until they are on the clock. I would think the Commish would get a little testy over that.”

It’s possible that the Rams didn’t buy a ticket, and that they floated the story to Steve Wyche of NFL.com in order to advance a ruse aimed at getting Redskins owner Daniel Snyder to offer St. Louis a boatload of picks or players to move up to No. 2.

But if they went the extra step and actually purchased the ticket — even if they aren’t really interested in Sanchez — they could be in trouble.

We still think the Rams don’t want Sanchez, primarily because they have bigger needs. And they have Marc Bulger.

Though we wouldn’t be completely surprised by a decision from the Rams to draft Sanchez and trade Bulger, the Rams don’t need to take a bonus acceleration to help get to the salary floor; they currently have only $10 million in cap space, which puts them above the 2009 spending minimum.

Redskin Jim · 04-24-2009, 09:32 PM

The league knows they can take advantage of Danny, because of his track record of over spending. For such a great business man he is very foolish in his personnel decisions.

WaldSkins · 04-24-2009, 09:35 PM

I wonder what the penalty is if they did buy the ticket.

Redskin Jim · 04-24-2009, 09:47 PM

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I wonder what the penalty is if they did buy the ticket.

Me too. If teams are found to be guilty of tampering with free agents, they lose draft picks( I think). I wonder if the penalty would be similar.

WaldSkins · 04-24-2009, 09:55 PM

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Me too. If teams are found to be guilty of tampering with free agents, they lose draft picks( I think). I wonder if the penalty would be similar.

You'd think the penalty would be worse

Redskin Jim · 04-24-2009, 10:04 PM

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You'd think the penalty would be worse

Why worse? It seems to me to be a similar offense. Breaking league rules regarding acquiring players.

Lotus · 04-24-2009, 11:15 PM

Steve Wyche broke this story. He's believing everything he hears these days. Let's wait and see what the truth turns out to be.

Ruhskins · 04-24-2009, 11:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Redskin Jim

The league knows they can take advantage of Danny, because of his track record of over spending. For such a great business man he is very foolish in his personnel decisions.

Just like you are foolish to believe something said by someone (Florio) who despises the Redskins.

Trample the Elderly · 04-24-2009, 11:52 PM

I hope they take him just to piss Danny off. Sounds to me that he's already got the private jet fueled up and ready to go. Does the league get pissed about that, Redskins fans do.

Beemnseven · 04-25-2009, 12:18 AM

What's the difference between buying someone a plane ticket, and buying someone an expensive dinner?

Lotus · 04-25-2009, 12:26 AM

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What's the difference between buying someone a plane ticket, and buying someone an expensive dinner?

The difference is time. The official wooing period ended last week. 10 days ago the Lambs could have bought him a plane ticket, a steak, and a case of Jim Beam. On draft eve, however, that is all forbidden, unless you are the Lions and Stafford has actually inked the deal.

gibbsisgod · 04-25-2009, 09:16 AM

I thought I read somwhere the Rams asked for and recieved permission from the league to start negotiating contracts if the Lions annouce they had signed their player(Stafford). I will try and find a link.

Redskin Jim · 04-25-2009, 09:34 AM

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Just like you are foolish to believe something said by someone (Florio) who despises the Redskins.

Thanks... You are probably right, this time of year rumors are flying.

Lotus · 04-25-2009, 11:19 AM

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I thought I read somwhere the Rams asked for and recieved permission from the league to start negotiating contracts if the Lions annouce they had signed their player(Stafford). I will try and find a link.

They asked for it but did not get it.

JoeRedskin · 04-25-2009, 12:06 PM

If Stafford is signed, why can't the Rams begin negotiation? why would they need permission?

How's that for a draft - 32 teams pre-sign their first round picks!

04-24-2009, 09:23 PM	#1
WaldSkins Playmaker Join Date: May 2007 Location: Harrisburg, PA Age: 42 Posts: 2,726	Rams Could Be In Hot Water Over Plane Fare ProFootballTalk.com - Rams Could Be In Hot Water Over Plane Fare In response to the story that the Rams have bought a plane ticket for USC quarterback Mark Sanchez, a league source tells us that the Rams might eventually be making an even larger donation in the form of cash or future draft picks. “If the Rams purchased a ticket for Sanchez they are breaking rules,” a league source told us tonight. “They can do no such thing until they are on the clock. I would think the Commish would get a little testy over that.” It’s possible that the Rams didn’t buy a ticket, and that they floated the story to Steve Wyche of NFL.com in order to advance a ruse aimed at getting Redskins owner Daniel Snyder to offer St. Louis a boatload of picks or players to move up to No. 2. But if they went the extra step and actually purchased the ticket — even if they aren’t really interested in Sanchez — they could be in trouble. We still think the Rams don’t want Sanchez, primarily because they have bigger needs. And they have Marc Bulger. Though we wouldn’t be completely surprised by a decision from the Rams to draft Sanchez and trade Bulger, the Rams don’t need to take a bonus acceleration to help get to the salary floor; they currently have only $10 million in cap space, which puts them above the 2009 spending minimum. __________________ "I would change that around, Jesus isn't Cutler. I guarantee you Jesus couldnt thread the ball like Jay does."-Monksdown

04-24-2009, 09:32 PM	#2
Redskin Jim Impact Rookie Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: New Orleans, LA- via VA Age: 47 Posts: 710	Re: Rams Could Be In Hot Water Over Plane Fare The league knows they can take advantage of Danny, because of his track record of over spending. For such a great business man he is very foolish in his personnel decisions. __________________ Hail to The REDSKINS

04-24-2009, 09:35 PM	#3
WaldSkins Playmaker Join Date: May 2007 Location: Harrisburg, PA Age: 42 Posts: 2,726	Re: Rams Could Be In Hot Water Over Plane Fare I wonder what the penalty is if they did buy the ticket. __________________ "I would change that around, Jesus isn't Cutler. I guarantee you Jesus couldnt thread the ball like Jay does."-Monksdown

04-24-2009, 11:15 PM	#7
Lotus Fire Bruce NOW Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Hattiesburg, MS Posts: 11,434	Re: Rams Could Be In Hot Water Over Plane Fare Steve Wyche broke this story. He's believing everything he hears these days. Let's wait and see what the truth turns out to be. __________________ Bruce Allen when in charge alone: 4-12 (.250) Bruce Allen's overall Redskins record : 28-52 (.350) Vinny Cerrato's record when in charge alone: 52-65 (.444) Vinny's overall Redskins record: 62-82 (.430) We won more with Vinny

04-24-2009, 11:52 PM	#9
Trample the Elderly Playmaker Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Three Chopt Virginia Age: 47 Posts: 2,906	Re: Rams Could Be In Hot Water Over Plane Fare I hope they take him just to piss Danny off. Sounds to me that he's already got the private jet fueled up and ready to go. Does the league get pissed about that, Redskins fans do.

04-25-2009, 12:18 AM	#10
Beemnseven Pro Bowl Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Virginia Beach Age: 51 Posts: 5,311	Re: Rams Could Be In Hot Water Over Plane Fare What's the difference between buying someone a plane ticket, and buying someone an expensive dinner?

04-25-2009, 09:16 AM	#12
gibbsisgod Playmaker Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: 129 W 81st street Age: 46 Posts: 3,503	Re: Rams Could Be In Hot Water Over Plane Fare I thought I read somwhere the Rams asked for and recieved permission from the league to start negotiating contracts if the Lions annouce they had signed their player(Stafford). I will try and find a link.

04-25-2009, 12:06 PM	#15
JoeRedskin Contains football related knowledge Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Second Star On The Right Age: 62 Posts: 10,401	Re: Rams Could Be In Hot Water Over Plane Fare If Stafford is signed, why can't the Rams begin negotiation? why would they need permission? How's that for a draft - 32 teams pre-sign their first round picks! __________________ Strap it up, hold onto the ball, and let’s go.

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