February 20th, 2011 Sunday
Around The League
Just my notes and thoughts of the latest happenings from around the National Football League…
NFL Talks Continue...
There doesn’t seem to be any changes to the current situation, but the good news is the two sides (the League and Players Union) have met with a federal mediator for three consecutive days. The indication would be both parties are working hard toward reaching common ground and getting a deal done before the deadline. The bad news is nothing has changed to this point, but the good news is the two are working together and the meeting continue; at least that gives fans hopes they may be able to get a deal done before the March 3rd deadline (when the existing CBA deal expires).
Rams Raising Tickets Prices….
Seems like an odd move at the moment, with the League and Players Union engaged in a bitter battle over money. I guess regardless of the outcome, whether one side or both make concessions to get a new collective bargaining agreement done, the Rams figure they need to figure out a way to pay quarterback Sam Bradford’s outrageous $78 million contract; may as well make the fans pick up the tab.
Orton Not Only One Who Thinks Future Uncertain ….
When asked about his future Orton responded that he didn’t know which should come as no surprise since many folks around the league think he could be on the trade block this offseason. With the ushering in of Tim Tebow at quarterback down the stretch in 2010, and the Bronco’s failure to get anywhere with Orton at the helm, it seems the battle cry in Denver is for change. Orton is due a lot of cabbage in 2011, if he stays and remains a Bronco it wouldn’t make sense to pay him so much to play back-up. It’s a guessing game at the moment, but once the new CBA deal is complete, teams including the Broncos will start moving forward in their plans for the future.
Eagles Price For Kolb too Much?....
The reports surrounding the Eagles and quarterback Kevin Folb indicate the team is asking for a first and possibly a third rounder. With such a high asking price and the league currently in limbo, there isn’t likely going to be any takers rushing the Eagles front door. Once the league returns to business as usual and teams can resume their day-to-day without distraction it will be interesting to see who comes calling for Kolb’s services. If the price is right it seems it’s a move that makes sense for Philly and if he stays, even with Vick starting having Kolb play back up is a nice insurance policy to have.
By David Ortega
NFL Talks Continue...
There doesn’t seem to be any changes to the current situation, but the good news is the two sides (the League and Players Union) have met with a federal mediator for three consecutive days. The indication would be both parties are working hard toward reaching common ground and getting a deal done before the deadline. The bad news is nothing has changed to this point, but the good news is the two are working together and the meeting continue; at least that gives fans hopes they may be able to get a deal done before the March 3rd deadline (when the existing CBA deal expires).
Rams Raising Tickets Prices….
Seems like an odd move at the moment, with the League and Players Union engaged in a bitter battle over money. I guess regardless of the outcome, whether one side or both make concessions to get a new collective bargaining agreement done, the Rams figure they need to figure out a way to pay quarterback Sam Bradford’s outrageous $78 million contract; may as well make the fans pick up the tab.
Orton Not Only One Who Thinks Future Uncertain ….
When asked about his future Orton responded that he didn’t know which should come as no surprise since many folks around the league think he could be on the trade block this offseason. With the ushering in of Tim Tebow at quarterback down the stretch in 2010, and the Bronco’s failure to get anywhere with Orton at the helm, it seems the battle cry in Denver is for change. Orton is due a lot of cabbage in 2011, if he stays and remains a Bronco it wouldn’t make sense to pay him so much to play back-up. It’s a guessing game at the moment, but once the new CBA deal is complete, teams including the Broncos will start moving forward in their plans for the future.
Eagles Price For Kolb too Much?....
The reports surrounding the Eagles and quarterback Kevin Folb indicate the team is asking for a first and possibly a third rounder. With such a high asking price and the league currently in limbo, there isn’t likely going to be any takers rushing the Eagles front door. Once the league returns to business as usual and teams can resume their day-to-day without distraction it will be interesting to see who comes calling for Kolb’s services. If the price is right it seems it’s a move that makes sense for Philly and if he stays, even with Vick starting having Kolb play back up is a nice insurance policy to have.
By David Ortega
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