Source:McNabb to ask for release after season.

I doubt they will release him. But the Shanahans haven't really helped themsleves cause all they've done is hurt DM's value by letting rumors get out about his not being able to pick up their offesnse and so forth. And DM hasn't helped himself with his sloppy play. There was a small market for McNabb before he got here and now it's going to be even smaller.

Thank you, I was about to say something similar. Some on this thread are applauding Shanahan for being better GM than Vinny and Snyder, which isn't saying much, I could be a better GM than Snyderatto.

I have the opposite opinion. the handling of McNabb and Haynesworth, in terms of maximizing their trade value is horrendous.
The consistently good teams handle it much better. Look at Philly. Last season and the season before when Micheal Vick did finally get a chance to play, he did not play well. In some cases he played poorly. But did they put him in the dog house or publicly roll the bus over him; and hastily and prematurely decide he he was not good enough and decide to go get rid of him? No. They kept Vick on the bench, continued to coach him up and now he is one of the most dynamic Qb's in the NFL. Their patience was rewarded. The Redskins and Giants games Vick was amazing.
Shanhan makes McNabb and Ah the scape goats rather than helping them improve and become better trade bait.

Bingo. Well said.

McNabb backed his agent.. said he'd like to be back but things would have to change, etc

Redskins Insider - Donovan McNabb supports his agent's fiery statement (http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/donovan-mcnabb/donovan-mcnabb-supports-his-ag.html)

I would hold on to Mcnabb until we receive a draft pick or had to pay his bonus. Who cares if Mcnabb not happy? If he would had played better we would be in the playoffs...nice dirty ball. I like when the media say he is so classy, but what they don't say is he was terrible this year.

McNabb backed his agent.. said he'd like to be back but things would have to change, etc

Redskins Insider - Donovan McNabb supports his agent's fiery statement (http://voices.washingtonpost.com/redskinsinsider/donovan-mcnabb/donovan-mcnabb-supports-his-ag.html)
McNabb reallly did not back his agents statements. When pressed on sensitive issues, McNabb does not an answer the question. He side-steps and the guys on the interview team talked about that.....habit of his. While he did say he supported his agent, he did not say he agreed with his comments.

Minny is the best fit for Mcnabb.

There's always a market for starting QBs. DM isn't done yet.

I don't think he's a top 25 starter in this league, primarily because of his inaccuracy. When you factor in what his financial expectations are, his seeming unwillingness to change/adjust and his propensity for passive aggressive drama, he's going to have very few options. I'd say it would have to be a team with talent everywhere but behind center, with a coach that needs to win now. Who does that leave?

Arizona- Pretty unlikely since Skelton didn't look bad the other night and Whisenhunt has publicly claimed no interest.

Cincinnati- Only makes sense if they let Palmer go and Marvin Lewis stays. I'm guessing TO would need to be out of town as well...

Miami- If Sparano is kept around and doesn't trust his career to Chad Henne, this could make sense. They've got a strong ground game and showed that they are not averse to big money free agents. The owner is also a fame/publicity whore who's having trouble filling seats.

Minnesota- Honestly, they need to get a look at Webb. He could be a diamond in the rough. Failing that, it would depend on the new coach and the offensive system he chooses.

Tennessee- if Young leaves and Fisher stays. Fisher is obviously willing to gamble on past their prime players. (See: Moss, Randy)

The above is, imho, a max list. In actuality, probably only 2 of those teams will have any interest. I think he really hurt himself this year and the past couple with the drama.

I'm still not sold on the idea DM is out of here.

I'm still not sold on the idea DM is out of here.

I agree irish. I just have this feeling that he's gonna be here come game 1 next season

It won't be McNabb guys, this relationship is like AH and MS was.. He will be traded to Min or AZ for a 3rd. Rex will be the starter next season