Demetric Evans ....start me or lose me

[SmootSmack]

I'm a bit surprised by the Canty news. I thought he might be an option, but not a serious one

[44ever]

Originally Posted by 53Fan

Evans Likely to Become Free Agent - Redskins Insider

I understand the strategy but would hate to see him get taken by another team. I like that he's solid, committed and dedicated to playing to his ability. I really hope we resign him.

[freddyg12]

I'm a purist, and I know that Evans was w/the cowpokes for a brief stint, he's made his career here. I understand why they're not offering him anything yet, let the chips fall & maybe sign him to a short cheaper deal a la Rock's deal of last year.

Canty is a really underated guy that is solid all around. But he's a cowboy (and a cavalier for that matter, but that's another story) & I hope he stays w/them or goes elsewhere. I hate it when guys sign w/the rival!

[MTK]

If it's between Canty or Evans give me Canty any day. I really don't care who he played for.

[44ever]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

If it's between Canty or Evans give me Canty any day. I really don't care who he played for.

I have to agree here. I like Evens but if the decision stands on a choice between them. Then definatly Canty. The fact that Canty plays with the Cowboys dose'nt matter to me either.

[GMScud]

Originally Posted by SmootSmack

I'm a bit surprised by the Canty news. I thought he might be an option, but not a serious one

I agree with Matty- If it's between Canty and Evans, I'll take Canty every day of the week, even if he costs a good chunk more. He could be a high-level starter for us for the next 5+ years (plus he's 3 years younger than Evans).

[TheSmurfs22]

I was somewhat surprised to see the Evans wants to be a starter. He is a solid guy and I would hate for the Skins to lose him.
I am surprised we are keeping Daniels considering his recent injury history and his age.

[44ever]

Originally Posted by TheSmurfs22

I was somewhat surprised to see the Evans wants to be a starter. He is a solid guy and I would hate for the Skins to lose him.
I am surprised we are keeping Daniels considering his recent injury history and his age.

I dont see why we can't/won't keep Evans. Cut Daniels and still sign Canty

[BigHairedAristocrat]

Originally Posted by Mattyk72

If it's between Canty or Evans give me Canty any day. I really don't care who he played for.

I agree 100% I especially like the fact that if we get Canty, he'll undoubtably be motivated to "stick it" to the cowboys for chosing not to resign him. As JLC pointed out, he's a similar player to Evans, but much more talented and over 4 years younger.

I was surprised JLC mentioned Canty would demand 8M/year in salary. I was thinking something in the 6M/year range would be more than enough to lock him up. However, if we signed him he would instantly become our best D-lineman and probably 2nd or 3rd best player on our defense (behind Fletcher and possibly Hall), so perhaps 8M/year isnt unreasonable.

I think the problem on our team is we are playing high salaries to so many players who dont deserve it (Randy Thomas is probably one of the most overpaid player in the NFL and Portis is right up there with him. Jansen, Moss, Taylor, and Springs are also all grossly overpaid.) As a result, we cant afford to pay the players who DO deserve it and stay under the cap.

[cobracai1]

Originally Posted by 44ever

I dont see why we can't/won't keep Evans. Cut Daniels and still sign Canty

I think the FO sees Canty as Demetric Evans on steroids (not literally). He is a younger more talented version of Philip Daniels and would be an impact player for us. On a side note I went to UVA while Canty was there and he was one of the more humble athletes at the school. Seems like he would mesh well with our locker room.

[44ever]

Originally Posted by cobracai1

I think the FO sees Canty as Demetric Evans on steroids (not literally). He is a younger more talented version of Philip Daniels and would be an impact player for us. On a side note I went to UVA while Canty was there and he was one of the more humble athletes at the school. Seems like he would mesh well with our locker room.

yes I see that but if FO is planning on starting Daniels at DE at 36 years old, why not start Evans at DE instead. He can play that position. He can also play DT

[cobracai1]

Originally Posted by 44ever

yes I see that but if FO is planning on starting Daniels at DT at 36 years old, why not start Evans at DT instead. He can play that position.

well it looks like they got their starting DT
ProFootballTalk.com - REPORT: HAYNESWORTH TO THE ‘SKINS

[2BIG2BSKINNY]

He is not a starter and thus no way give him starting money...!!!!

[44ever]

Originally Posted by cobracai1

well it looks like they got their starting DT
ProFootballTalk.com - REPORT: HAYNESWORTH TO THE ‘SKINS

I guess that explains A LOT Thanks

[53Fan]

Originally Posted by cobracai1

well it looks like they got their starting DT
ProFootballTalk.com - REPORT: HAYNESWORTH TO THE ‘SKINS

WOW.