2012 NFL Offseason Thread - Page 15 - Calgarypuck Forums - The Unofficial Calgary Flames Fan Community

valo403 · 03-09-2012, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by flames_1987

So according to the the internet world, the race is between 3 teams now.
The Cardinals, Broncos and Dolphins. Manning meeting with the Broncos today and the Cheifs were the first team to make a formal offer.

Now I think it's clear to everyone, Reggie Wayne is going wherever Peyton is. Also with how open Denver is in pursuing Peyton, it'll be interesting to see both Tebow and all the Tebowner fans react to this. Tebow was pretty public and seemed pretty agitated when talking about some people on the team and in the organization not believing in him. Wonder what is going through his mind.

I said Arizona a while back, I'm going to stick with Arizona.

flames_1987 · 03-09-2012, 03:08 PM

Indy beat writer and media saying that a Source says Colts have terminated contracts of Brackett, Clark, Addai, Bullitt. "It's a whole new team,'' source said.

Wow

Pagal4321 · 03-09-2012, 03:23 PM

Whatever team signs Manning can also bring the whole freaking Colts offense with him.

Cheerio · 03-09-2012, 03:31 PM

Oh sweet Jesus. Looking forward to another first overall pick next year too. Colts offense now consists of Luck, Brown, and Collie at the skills positions :s hopefully they have some sort of strategy in mind so Luck doesn't get killed by having no one to give the ball to

flames_1987 · 03-09-2012, 04:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Cheerio

Oh sweet Jesus. Looking forward to another first overall pick next year too. Colts offense now consists of Luck, Brown, and Collie at the skills positions :s hopefully they have some sort of strategy in mind so Luck doesn't get killed by having no one to give the ball to

This team needed to be taken apart and start from the ground up. This was a team literally build around Peyton Manning. From the very outdated Tampa 2 defense which was built for speed and pass rush to protect leads, to Addai who was mainly there due to his pass blocking ability. The only one I'm really sad to see go is Dallas Clark and he's the only one out of the group I think could still end up playing with Manning.

ResAlien · 03-09-2012, 05:06 PM

News out of Denver: Manning has been meeting with the Broncos executives for at least the last 3 hours. It was just confirmed (on the radio, sorry no link) that Archie Manning just arrived in Denver as well.

Not saying he's working out a contract as we speak but I do find that interesting.

Sylvanfan · 03-09-2012, 05:09 PM

Oh man, my worst night mare would be the Bronco's signing Manning...than having the Chiefs acquire Teebow.

OILFAN #81 · 03-09-2012, 05:20 PM

Really sad to see Dallas Clark go. Not at all surprised on Brackett or Bullitt. Addai I was iffy on but I would have kept him for this season.

Now the Colts are shopping Freeney. This team is going to be terribad next year. I wonder what Mathis thinks (he just signed a long term deal last week).

flames_1987 · 03-09-2012, 05:26 PM

On the NFL Network today they talked about how when Manning arrived in Miami this week the mob of people chasing him down to get a word from him. The celebrity culture of the city and the TMZ like coverage of it all. Schefter talked about how it looked like this really affected Manning, and what a 180 it was from a city like Indy. They also talked about Jeff Fisher turning down Miami, Caldwell doing the same, and that there might be something about that organization. I'm not sure any of that is of value but I found it interesting.

Denver would be a city a lot more fitting of Peyton's personality and with a lot less distractions. The Broncos have as much room under the cap as any other team in Football. John Elway and a respected coach in John Fox go a long way. Chance to stay in the AFC and play in a division where you'd clearly be the favorites. Broncos sound like they're going all in and willing to do whatever it takes.

flames_1987 · 03-09-2012, 05:38 PM

And also, how is it even news or being discussed at length on any Network that Peyton Manning is not be going to the Reskins. Holy Crap! You mean Peyton Manning is not going to a team with 0 offensive weapons, playing in the same division against his brother?!?

And in other news...DJ Williams was suspended today 6 games next season. His statement reveals he was suspended for allegedly providing a "non-human" urine sample.

Pacem · 03-09-2012, 08:12 PM

Please let it be Denver.

As a Broncos fan I can't take another season with Tebow in charge. Do not like.

flames_1987 · 03-09-2012, 08:27 PM

Holy Crap
Major scoopage: Redskins have agreed to a trade w Rams for #2 pick of draft according to Jay Glazer

Flickered Flame · 03-09-2012, 08:32 PM

Mark Sanchez has signed an extension with the Jets.

After spending much of the day reading about the Manning chase I believe it will come down to Denver or Miami. From what I know, the length of this meeting with the Broncos was planning but it is serious, they have a shot. Miami will get their shot later on this weekend. Manning will meet with the Cards but they are not considered a "favorite" because they lack the cap space to really make it happen. Of course, they could get creative and surprise most of the experts out there.

Ross and the Dolphins cannot afford to screw this up. They have to win Manning plain and simple. Matt Flynn simply won't do what Manning will do for the franchise.

Joborule · 03-09-2012, 08:34 PM

Damn Redskins. Just how bad do you want RGIII?

d_phaneuf · 03-09-2012, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by flames_1987

Holy Crap
Major scoopage: Redskins have agreed to a trade w Rams for #2 pick of draft according to Jay Glazer

good trade for both teams I think

Rams get a huge haul (6th overall, 2 future 1st rounders, and Glazer says more picks) If Blackmon is there at 6 it would work out even better, if not they can take someone like Claiborne

Skins get a potential franchise QB

flames_1987 · 03-09-2012, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Flickered Flame

Mark Sanchez has signed an extension with the Jets.

After spending much of the day reading about the Manning chase I believe it will come down to Denver or Miami. From what I know, the length of this meeting with the Broncos was planning but it is serious, they have a shot. Miami will get their shot later on this weekend. Manning will meet with the Cards but they are not considered a "favorite" because they lack the cap space to really make it happen. Of course, they could get creative and surprise most of the experts out there.

Ross and the Dolphins cannot afford to screw this up. They have to win Manning plain and simple. Matt Flynn simply won't do what Manning will do for the franchise.

Really will be interesting to see how they make their pitch, or any team for that matter, to just be a fly on the wall. We saw with Lebron when he was a free agent, the red carpets rolled out, the amount of celebrities pitching in to get him to come to their team and the gimmicks.

The cap space the Broncos do have is a big thing, and Manning knows Fox and Elway really well. Still Miami has a lot going for them as well. Will be interesting to see how this plays out

Sylvanfan · 03-09-2012, 08:38 PM

I'm not surprised that Shanahan would go hard for RG3, seems to be the type of athlete he covets as a QB.

I'm starting to feel sick though...I fear the Broncos might win Manning.

d_phaneuf · 03-09-2012, 08:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Sylvanfan

I'm not surprised that Shanahan would go hard for RG3, seems to be the type of athlete he covets as a QB.

I'm starting to feel sick though...I fear the Broncos might win Manning.

yep, not looking forward to him in the division

I am quite happy with Tebow for the foreseeable future in Denver

flames_1987 · 03-09-2012, 08:46 PM

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Originally Posted by diane_phaneuf

yep, not looking forward to him in the division

I am quite happy with Tebow for the foreseeable future in Denver

My favorite part of this might be Chargers, Cheifs and Raiders fans all hoping Tebow is the starting Quarterback next year while there are Bronco fans hoping it's Tebow over Manning.

ResAlien · 03-09-2012, 08:49 PM

Lies! He is not at the game. Good, basketball sucks.
I'm trying to not get too excited, from what I understand Manning is interviewing teams, not the other way around.

Broncos have a ton of cap space to bring in Peyton's buddies if he'd like. Just focus entirely on the front 7 D in the draft and go hard after Landry and Trufant in free agency.

Edit: ^ It's not most fans that would want Tebow over Manning. No one in their right mind wants that.

Good link with for stalki...err...information.

http://www.itsalloverfatman.com/bron...-rumors-3-9-12