2009 Free Agents

MAck has pulled out of the combine with an injured ankle, but an interesting thing I heard from mayock which I think you all should realize is that he falls on his back a lot, which can be a problem... What is your thoughts on maybe getting a max unger who can play any position on the oline, or eric wood who is not that different from mack... Also after watching the combine I think AQ Shipley is a decent looking center and he's a four year starter whose started since he was a freshman I believe

And to SFREDSKIN, I hope/ think your wrong about john Jansen he's got to go

And to SFREDSKIN, I hope/ think your wrong about john Jansen he's got to go

I know Jansen is the type of player who will not quit and we'll come back to prove everyone wrong, I have a gut feeling that he will. I'm putting on my flame suit as we speak.

I know Jansen is the type of player who will not quit and we'll come back to prove everyone wrong, I have a gut feeling that he will. I'm putting on my flame suit as we speak.

Sfred you and I see Jansen the same way... he's a tough guy who plays w/ pride and it shows in his vicious run blocking. That said I really, really want him to move to the inside cuz that would mean we have a stud addition at RT. Basically i thought we could/should cut Kendell because he can't even practice w/ the offense during a season, so either JJ or Rinehart would have to step up at LG. (My money would be on Jansen)

... on a side note Kendell, while the best of our interior lineman last year anyway, is also the smallest by just a few pounds. It will be nice to have either Jansen or Rinehart in there to add some mass. Rinehart is huge i so hope he can rise to the challenge soon.

I know Jansen is the type of player who will not quit and we'll come back to prove everyone wrong, I have a gut feeling that he will. I'm putting on my flame suit as we speak.

:laughing2 Jansen is just one tough SOB which is why it's so hard for a coach to replace him.

I am thinking Jason Brown from Baltimore may be a very smart target in FA for us. He's a big C at 320lb, can play G and was the anchor of a very good Baltimore line, he's only 26. He's a huge improvement over Rabach at C, definitely fills an immediate need, and could solidify the position for 4-5 years. Baltimore has already franchised Suggs so there is a good chance Brown will hit the market. This also would allow us to concentrate of OT, DT/DE, and LB in the draft.

Jason Brown is a restricted free agent, and I'm sure Baltimore is going to offer him a tender. He would be a good free agent, but it would cost us picks that we don't have unfortunately.

Jason Brown is a restricted free agent, and I'm sure Baltimore is going to offer him a tender. He would be a good free agent, but it would cost us picks that we don't have unfortunately.
I'm pretty sure he's Unrestricted this year. He was RFA last year. He is looking for Alan Faneca money, although I wouldn't pay that.

I'm pretty sure he's Unrestricted this year. He was RFA last year. He is looking for Alan Faneca money, although I wouldn't pay that.

Well this website has him listed a a RFA.... 2009 NFL Free Agents: OL (http://www.footballsfuture.com/2009/fa/ol.html)

Although if he isn't, then I say let's go after this guy. At least talk to him or something Couldn't we not sign Pete Kendall and sign this guy instead? Here's his report from Scouts, Inc.:

2008 Scouting Report - Scouts Inc.
Grade: 78 | Key
Alert: None

Comment: Brown is a big, strong and wide-bodied interior offensive lineman who has a very thick lower body that makes him difficult to move backwards. Brown played both guard and center in college. While he has only played guard in the NFL, he is capable of handling the pivot and should do an excellent job against massive nose tackle types from the center position. He is a very powerful man who can push a pile or anchor against bigger pass rushers. He is a mauler who puts smaller men on their back and he shows a willingness to finish his blocks. Brown has heavy hands and can stun opposing linemen with his punch and long arms. He is a smart player who acclimated to the NFL quickly and has good recognition of stunts and blitzes. While he continues to improve in this area, Brown is still much better coming forward than retreating in pass protection. He isn't a very good space player and once beaten, can struggle to recover against quicker, more athletic interior pass rushers. He is a two-year starter who should continue to improve. He works hard and is well respected. The Ravens need to be careful with his tender because if they tender him too low, many teams around the league could pounce on Brown. He is a legitimate starter on a power-running team and his stock should continue to rise.

Jason Brown is an unrestricted FA. If we can afford him great, but as Sammy said, for the right price. I would love to have him but if we can trade down and get Mack, I'd take him in a heartbeat.

Completely unrelated to the Redskins, I just found it surprising that the Colts would like Jeff Saturday test the market. He's been the anchor of the Colts' offensive line, and Manning's struggles this year (along with his injuries) were also due to Saturday being out of the line up.

http://www.cbssports.com/mcc/blogs/entry/6264363/13714719

Hey it looks like Ray Willis (Seahawks) is the best RT left in FA. Anybody know his history and how much it will likely cost to sign him? I notice he's very young at 27 too so this could be a longterm guy for us.