2022 NFL Offseason Thread

[TrueOrange]

I thought Watson declined Cleveland.

I hope so

He doesn’t really get much say. It’s the franchise’s decision, as they own his contract.

 

[TheDeeble]

It sounds like he'd get his pick? The Texans already approved multiple trade offers.

March 15

-The Texans reportedly approved all trades prior to Watson meeting with teams, meaning that the Saints, Panthers, Browns, and Falcons all put together trade packages that meet Houston's asking price. Watson will ultimately have his pick on where he goes, per Dianna Russini.

-According to Dianna Russini, Watson also reached out to the Falcons personally. What this means for Matt Ryan's future is, of course, unclear.

-Per Ian Rapoport, the Browns are also meeting with Watson, casting doubt on Baker Mayfield's status with the team.

Deshaun Watson trade tracker: Latest news, rumors on Browns, Saints, Panthers, Falcons.

 

[95 Vol Alum]

He doesn’t really get much say. It’s the franchise’s decision, as they own his contract.

True, but I believe they are allowing him to choose amongst options that they are agreeable to.

 

[MAD]

Any surprises?

 

[n_huffhines]

He doesn’t really get much say. It’s the franchise’s decision, as they own his contract.

He actually does get to decide if it's Cleveland. They have accepted the trade package if he signs off on it.

 

[n_huffhines]

 

[YankeeVol]

Any surprises?

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Surprised at the Jets, Titans and SF.

 

[MAD]

Surprised at the Jets, Titans and SF.

I’m surprised by Peyton’s forehead

 

[95 Vol Alum]

Who said they want an adult? A Browns exec or Mort?

 

[n_huffhines]

Who said they want an adult? A Browns exec or Mort?

I assume Mort wouldn't editorialize in that fashion.

 

[K-town Vol Fan]

How about Buck and Aikman being hired by ESPN for MNF? Better than anyone they've had in recent years.

 

[YankeeVol]

 

[Dudleys87]

Who said they want an adult? A Browns exec or Mort?

I’m still convinced he’ll end up in Carolina and Watson goes to Cleveland.

 

[n_huffhines]

How about Buck and Aikman being hired by ESPN for MNF? Better than anyone they've had in recent years.

I'm kinda surprised they paid so much for them. It's hard to believe that the commentary team makes that much of a difference for MNF, but I guess they would know since they see the numbers. Kinda suspect a pissing contest between networks, but I must be wrong.

I'm glad they got Aikman and Buck on MNF, but it will not make any difference on whether or not I tune in.

 

[n_huffhines]

I don't understand this at all, but so happy for my guy and glad the Broncos didn't pay him this.

 

[YankeeVol]

I don't understand this at all, but so happy for my guy and glad the Broncos didn't pay him this.

It’s like $51 mil guaranteed. $34 mil upon signing. So like a 2 year deal in reality

 

[Boston Vol]

I don't understand this at all, but so happy for my guy and glad the Broncos didn't pay him this.

I’ll wait to criticize the Bills until we see the actual breakdown of the contract. If it’s truly 6 years then they’ve lost their damn minds. I’d guess that it’s more of a 2-3 year deal.

Edit: and it’s pretty much a two-year deal

 

[n_huffhines]

I’ll wait to criticize the Bills until we see the actual breakdown of the contract. If it’s truly 6 years then they’ve lost their damn minds. I’d guess that it’s more of a 2-3 year deal.

Edit: and it’s pretty much a two-year deal

Do you know what the dead cap is in year 3?

 

[Boston Vol]

Do you know what the dead cap is in year 3?

Well after some research, it looks to be a 3-yr $53 million deal. No dead money after year three.

 

[95 Vol Alum]

 

[n_huffhines]

My guess as to what happened...

Baker hears the Watson trade talks
He feels betrayed and his emotional reaction is to bid farewell
Front office can't believe his antics and decides they need an adult, no matter what happens with Watson

 

[volsarelife1]

 

[n_huffhines]

On paper, the AFC West is the best division ever by a country mile. 4 legitimate SB contenders.

And Rodgers is locked down in GB with nobody to throw to.

 

[n_huffhines]

Looks like Watson will be a Falcon

 

[Weezer]

Looks like Watson will be a Falcon

Down to the Saints and the Falcons. He gets to choose where he goes because it involves waiving his no-trade clause. JMO, but the Saints seem like a better option simply because they appear to have more on offense. If I'm Watson, that'd be a big consideration for me. Especially with Falcons' WR Calvin Ridley facing trouble for gambling.