Eagles, Giants to battle for Boldin?
by Ed Valentine on Feb 12, 2009 11:00 AM EST
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We have discussed the possibility of obtaining Anquan Boldin from Arizona several times. Well, ESPN's John Clayton thinks the Giants primary competition for Boldin is the arch-rival Philadelphia Eagles.
If Clayton is right, Rotoworld says the Eagles have the upper hand in that bidding war.
The compensation is expected to be a first- and third-round pick. Philly has two first-rounders (Nos. 21, 28). New York drafts 29th overall.
Yikes! Having Boldin turn up in Philly alongside DeSean Jackson would be horrible news for the Giants.
- Did you catch the note in Ralph Vacchiano's blog Wednesday about our favorite Hefty Lefty? That would, of course, be former Giant backup quarterback Jared Lorenzen. J-Load has apparently signed a contract to quarterback the Kentucky Horsemen in the AF2. Good luck with that, Jared. Shoot, I'd still rather have him on the Giants roster than Anthony Wright.
- According to Mike Garafolo the situation between Plaxico Burress and the Giants continues to get uglier. Yes, I know this was mentioned in a Fanpost as well.
There are plenty of obstacles to Plaxico Burress' returning to the Giants: his legal situation, a potential suspension by the NFL and the Giants' impatience with his off-field issues.
As if those factors didn't make the situation complicated enough, Burress' agent has informed the other 31 NFL teams his client might be available to play for them.
And the Giants apparently aren't happy.
Drew Rosenhaus, who has represented Burress since he signed with the Giants four years ago, sent an e-mail to all 32 teams earlier this week in which he indicated Burress could be acquired via trade, according to three people informed of the contents of the e-mail. The people, who requested anonymity because the e-mail was not to be discussed publicly, said it was a list of Rosenhaus' free-agent and draft-eligible clients as well as three players he deemed trade-able.
I know I have said it before, but this is increasingly sounding like a situation that will end with Burress playing for someone else in 2009.
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WHOA!!!! Let's calm down alittle!
YES it sounds scary, BUT first off Plax is under contract, he can’t go anywhere w/o the Giants get something of value. Secondly, Rosenhaus can’t be talking numbers w/ people or he’s “tampering”. Is this some power play to get at NY for the bonus money issue? Who’s gonna want to deal for Plax with all the unknows?
I’d hate to see Boldin and Jackson in Philly, but this is an ESPN guy spectulating. Wouldn’t every team in the league be interested in having Boldin? Yes, having two 1st round picks is an advantage, but things are WAY to fluid to panic. Isn’t there talk of Ward to AZ in a trade? Fitzgerald’s willing to re-structure his contract to keep Boldin there?
REMEMBER: “In Reese We Trust”
SORRY ED!
I came off a little strong there!
My hair stood up when I read about Boldin and Jackson together on the Eagles. I watched Jackson in the playoff games and said OH SH!t, this kids going to be a Westbrook type pain in the A$$ for the Giants for years to come.
Thanks for the update, excellent work as usual !!!
NP
You’re right that it’s a power play by Rosenhaus. The whole thing now is about positioning. The Giants want to give up as little to Plax as possible when they get rid of him. Rosenhaus wants to get as much as he can from New York, and get Plax a good deal somewhere else. Really, it is both sides doing what you would expect in a divorce.
by Ed Valentine on Feb 12, 2009 12:55 PM EST up reply actions
DIVORCE?
Now there’s a word we haven’t heard YET in an article about Plaxico!
How the hell has he gotten away with drinking, strip clubs, SHOOTING YOURSELF without catching hell from his wife?
I don’t care HOW MUCH money you’re bring home; A woman’s A woman
and....
free buffet
Giants fan from the womb to the tomb
by Jim Schmiedeberg on Feb 12, 2009 11:48 AM EST up reply actions
Bolding to Philly
Yes this sounds horrible, But lets not forget that McNabb can only hit receivers in stride when the game is out of hand. Either ahead or behind, Arizona is a perfect examle of Philly #5. First couple drives missed open receivers in stride which would have made big plays.
Arizona gets way head, McNabb plays loose and Jackson makes great catch on a bad ball.
Philly closes gap, McNabb starts missing receivers again. The last drive, Westbrook needed great catch and then he just plan missed 3 open receivers.
Do I want AB in Philly, NO.
Do I think we can get him, Maybe.
Do I think JR will trade what it takes, and then give large contract. No.
Reese
The asking price, reportedly, is a No. 1 and a No. 3. In all honesty, I would be stunned if Reese gave up that much.
by Ed Valentine on Feb 12, 2009 12:56 PM EST up reply actions
Maybe he can negoitiate
something less.
Maybe one of the 2nd, a 4th and a 6th. We’ll see.
Maybe so
Thing is, Philly has two No. 1 picks, both earlier than the Giants (29th). So, if Philly really wants him and is willing to give up a No. 1 that might be something the Giants can’t compete with. We will see.
by Ed Valentine on Feb 12, 2009 1:28 PM EST up reply actions
The Giants have TEN draft picks
Ten rookies are NOT making this team. We are in trouble if they do. That being said, I would not have a problem if Reese gave up a 1 and a 2 (from NO), plus pay Boldin a decent $$$$ contract. I definitely trust that with the remaining 8 picks Reese will find at least 1 diamond in the rough, as he usually does. All I know is the mere thought of Boldin and Plax as the WR’s makes me salivate. Teams would not be able to put 8 or even 7 in the box, or Eli would rip them to shreds passing the football. With these 2 WR’s and the Giants devastating running game, their offense would be unstoppable.
I agree
I can see JR giving up a 1st and a 2nd or 3rd draft pick for a wr of A.B.’s caliber.
If we were to use our 1st rd pick on a wr what’s the chances that he’s going to come in and have an immediate impact? And since we have extra picks thanks to the Shockey deal why not use them.
Plax
There is still a strong possibility that Plax will not be playing anywhere except a prison yard in 2009
I think
The giants should just go after Houshmandzadeh.. he’s almost if not just as good and we won’t have to give up picks to get him.. not to mention he’s a good guy
It's not easy being Giants fan in Philly.. but it sure is satisfying
I'd go Whozyamomma too
If AB is going to cost the farm, then get Tj, draft your DL, WR and LB. Stack up on some WR, TE and RB after that.
AB is good but is his no Larry Fitz. He’s that good because there’s like 6 people trying to cover, knockdown or just plain lasso Larry.
As far as AB going to Philly…. if Westbrook ever leaves this team, they’re sunk no matter who’s the WR
Is Boldin really going to be shopped?
Here is the National Football Posts take on it and it makes a lot of sense (http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/2009/02/diner-morning-news-11/):
"All this talk about Boldin being traded is just talk. Boldin signed a deal two years ago that he was happy with, and the Cards will expect him to honor his deal. When looking at a player, there are two ways to view him – talent and contract. With Boldin, he is good in both areas. All this talk is the same thing that happened last year with Chad Johnson — getting his agent to create a buzz, to create a negative situation so the club will react. Does it work? I don’t think so. Same agent, same tack, same result as Chad. It doesn’t work
Why would the Cards give up a great contract that keeps a great player on their team? That would be stupid. In addition, part of the reason a team would trade for him is the contract. So don’t believe what you hear."
Maybe
But, if you are the Giants it is a situation you have to stay involved with. If the Cards are going to shop him, you have to see what the price tag is.
by Ed Valentine on Feb 12, 2009 8:11 PM EST up reply actions
i cant wait until plax is back catching touchdowns for us next year
HELLO HELLO MR WILPON. WE WANT THE MANSION NOT THE CONDO.
Why not.....
Plax and a 2nd rounder for Boldin?
Giants fan from the womb to the tomb
by Jim Schmiedeberg on Feb 12, 2009 8:47 PM EST reply actions
if moss was worth a 5th rounder
plax is worth a 7th because he’s not as good and now he has legal problems
It's not easy being Giants fan in Philly.. but it sure is satisfying
by Hoyadestroya85 on Feb 12, 2009 9:51 PM EST up reply actions
One other thing to consider
it might almost be worth it for the Giants to do what it takes to get this done, not only to improve themselves, but to prevent the Eagles from getting him. Remember what happened last time they had a star WR? It’s like the Red Sox/Yankees thing – one team might not necessarily need a particular player, but keeping him away from the other team who has a greater need for him would make it worthwhile.
Also, anyone who says Boldin just has great numbers b/c he plays next to Fitzgerald needs to consider that Boldin was awesome before Fitzgerald was even in the league. This guy is legit.
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