Pastabelly thinks Patten will get axe

I hate seeing the revolving door send more and more purposely signs, trades, of old veterans that never played have to leave with millions. This case is a bit unfortuanate b/c I like Patten, but 9 games shouldnt cost us so much money, however, I think a trade for a CB, or even lineman would be needed yet Id like to see patten take less money and re-work his contract. He missed most last year most important playoff time, and now he overshadowed .Take less money, for less work. Or maybe for once the Skins can try to get a draft pick for next year and not pissing those away too.The only reason Patten missed the playoffs is because the Skins decided to out him on injury reserve. Patten did not have to TD's as whats his name said he had 2 completions over 20 yards which is right beside th TD stats. Such great reporting. I think Patten had an off year and if you go back and look at his number over the past six years they are good for a number 3 WR and ok for a 2. I think Patten will be more than motivated to come back this year and put up some good number and we may see more of him in the game plan.

My take on all of this is that Patten will not be on the field that much, which could mean he has less chance of an injury and therefore might make it for 16 games. It would be great to have a veteran in the 4th WR position if someone like Moss or Lloyd or El gets hurt. Some of you may seem to forget that while guys like Moss and Lloyd are durable, last year was the first year that both of them started and/or played in 16 games (in a while). Any WR can be subject to injury like we saw with Patten last year. We need depth at WR, and I think Gibbs and Snyder saw that last year regardless of whither or not Patten is over paid. If Moss or Lloyd goes down to injury for several games in 06, we are all going to be glad we have a $1 million back-up who can step in and not cost the Skin much in production. Having to bring in Jacobs and Farris just killed them last year.

I definitely agree that depth is key at WR especially after last year, but Patten is getting alot of jack for a 4th WR. Given his age and contract he could be gone especially if a free agent hits the wire that could fill a bigger need.

I definitely agree that depth is key at WR especially after last year, but Patten is getting alot of jack for a 4th WR. Given his age and contract he could be gone especially if a free agent hits the wire that could fill a bigger need.

Matty, I would agree with you on the "better free agent being available" thing, if we can find a good one. But the Skins have done a pretty good job IMO of filling in our weaknesses so far. I don't know what player is going to jump out after the June 1 deadline that we could afford that would be better than keeping Patten. I just don't see that senerio happening.

Matty, I would agree with you on the "better free agent being available" thing, if we can find a good one. But the Skins have done a pretty good job IMO of filling in our weaknesses so far. I don't know what player is going to jump out after the June 1 deadline that we could afford that would be better than keeping Patten. I just don't see that senerio happening.

I agree, it would have to be a surprise cut, maybe a quality offensive lineman or something. We'll see.

In Patten's case I don't think it's about the money, it's more about the roster spot. He will be the 4th or 5th receiver on the depth chart and does not play special teams. His salry is hefty for a player who does not play ST and will not be one of the top three at his position. We stand to loose however if we do cut him because of the bonus we signed him too last season.

good point, if he doesn't play spec. teams then somebody's gotta take up that slack. Usually a 4th wr is expected to play ST. Plus, the $ isn't as much since we're now into a new CBA & prices have all been inflated.
I see Patten making a few clutch catches this year. I have a feeling that the staff will want him around for his vet. leadership & practice habits, which I've read are pretty good. They're takin a chance on Loyd's personality & work ethic, so maybe havin patten around will be a good influence & also let him know that a competent backup is ready to take his place.

they're keeping wynn at double his worth (as a starter) to be a backup. if you can overpay that much for quality DL depth, than patten's pay is chump change in comparision. He said that he doesn't want out, he's here to stay, so there's no reason to dump him right now.

they're keeping wynn at double his worth (as a starter) to be a backup. if you can overpay that much for quality DL depth, than patten's pay is chump change in comparision. He said that he doesn't want out, he's here to stay, so there's no reason to dump him right now.

You're comparing different positions, we don't have nearly the depth at DE that we do at WR, making Wynn more valuable, plus he can play DT which increases his value.

You're comparing different positions, we don't have nearly the depth at DE that we do at WR, making Wynn more valuable, plus he can play DT which increases his value.

wynn is also making a s**t ton more money than patten.

wynn is also making a s**t ton more money than patten.

Who would you rather cut?