Though it appears Dallas might have the edge by picking up T.O., I believe the canker sore will show himself sooner, then later. No one denys his talent and ability. The problem is obvious, and I hope for Dallas that problem does not show up.
When it comes to Dallas, I believe the aquisition of Mike Vanderjagt is of more importance then that of Terrell Owens. If one looks at the dismal kickers of the Cowboys in the recent past, one will surely understand why Vanderjagt is needed more then Terrell Owens.
The biggest loser team is the Chicago Bears. So you got Brian Griese- bigging frigging deal. You lost three much needed talented players to the Redskins. Why? Because this cheap team could not open up the purse strings, though they sit under the cap by a substantial amount. If the Bears want to redeem their pathetic attempt to aquire a free agent of worth, they should negotiate with Charles Woodson before the Bucs grab him. Otherwise, the Bears have stunk this off season at getting quality free agents to plug a few holes. The Bears are the biggest off season losers of 2006- 2007.
But I do put an asterisk by the New England Patriots. If one was looking for a fire sale, I believe the line starts in New England. They have unloaded a heap of free agents, but it is too early to see if it is going to hurt them in the upcoming year. I am not really sure if I can call the team a loser team, yet. But with that much talent allowed to walk, I can not see where the plus is at, unless one is looking at the financial charts.
The Carolina Panthers aquiring Keyshawn Johnson was a good move, not a great, but a good move. Anything that will help Steve Smith is a plus. To see if this takes away the double coverage on Smith this upcoming season will show how good of a move this truly was for the Panthers. It is definitely one that does not hurt. Keyshawn Johnson is not Terrell Owens in many ways, and that is not a snipe at Keyshawn.
As far as winner teams and free agency, I find many teams did well, but I do not see a clear cut winner. So, I will abstain from giving out a winner team for now.
Its impossible to tell about free agency at this stage, but i really like what the Browns have done - paying veterans with a little gas left to help their youngish team - they could be an awesome D if they buy into Crennels system. Plus they added Bentley (for a steal compared to the Hutchinson deal)on offense. I think the skins won't see much return for their big bucks as, in my opinion, they paid star money for just solid NFL players (Archuleta, Randle El, Lloyd etc...)
The Bears are cheap and water is wet. Nothing has changed in that regard, but why overpay Randle El? Even on the Bears, he would still be the third receiver. Angelo will address the need for a return man in the draft. Chicago has only one free-agent on the Defense, does it really make sense to acquire Woodson as a back-up? Maybe Washington will pick him up too. Look for the Bears to draft a corner in Round 1, tight end in round 2, and a return man in R3. Needs addressed. The real losers in free agency are teams that overspend for adequate players, and teams that let good players get away.
I am just another internet, cyber addicted, sports addict that needs a place to vent. I have been a Raider, Red Sox, and Blackhawks fan since I was able to remember my name. But, I am a sports fan overall.
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