In other news Hines Ward retired overnight, saying he couldn't bare to pull on the jersey of another team. His loyalty to the Steelers is fantastic.

We really needed a DE and a SS and there was some real talent on the market in those positions this season.

I know that drafting and developing your own players from the ground up has worked for us over the years, but sometimes you need to bring in some experience, especially at Strong Safety and Center.

first round, second round and two third round picks will get us a top DE, a solid RB, and a DB, but a lot of teams are looking for o-liners and I think it will be a bad year to be looking for a Center.

I did. I was a little surprised they didn't try harder for Manning, Flynn was the next best option and he'll make them play-off contenders, no doubt.

a five year deal represents a massive risk for the Broncos and is up there with a Redskins-esque level of mismanagement. I have no idea why they offered him that kind of money, but a fit Manning would no doubt make them championship contenders, especially with the Denver D. But he's definitely got targets there in Thomas and Decker. It's a bit of a shame that Royal left, and they'll take a TE early in the draft to play underneath.

Only things that counted against the Niners for me was the fact that they are in the NFC. No other reason, they were his best chance of another ring.

Since missing out on Manning we've arranged meets with Kameron Wimbley, Jeff Saturday, Jamaal Anderson, Joel Dreessen as well as Tracy Porter this week.

Still, I don't get it. He's hardly the QB of the future for Denver, he'll be over 40 at the end of this contract. Tennesee had the feel good factor, homecoming of the conquering hero and all that and he's ditched it play golf with Elway on his days off?
It's very confusing to me. But at least he stays in the AFC.

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All over ESPN today that Manning has chosen the Broncos. F*uck knows why, except maybe the 95mill over 5 years.

Hillis and Charles in the backfield. Potential to be very potent on the run as well with Bowe and the like. All they need is someone better than Cassel

I expect Seattle to be much improved this year. Should compete for a wildcard spot IMO. Flynn should take some pressure of Marshawn Lynch, who is one of my favorite players to watch. The guy just keeps on running, despite getting hit by the defense.

Matt Flynn to Seattle for 26mill over 3yrs. Did not see that coming. I thought he was a lock for Miami. Turns out one of the former Packers front office guys who drafted Flynn is now at Seattle.

Shocked to hear that. Harbaugh kept saying he had faith in Alex...looks like he's gone back on his word. Could backfire if Peyton opts to go elsewhere though.

Manningham has gone to the 49ers, and we've signed Brandon Lloyd.

Alex Smith is a Free Agent now. wow.
Peyton to niners?

We were talking to him. Would have made our front line as strong as its ever been.

I know that the Packers just don't go nuts in free agency and their method seems to work, but it sure is frustrating as a fan to watch all these good players moving and not hearing a peep from Green Bay. Sure was some defensive free agents we could have used.

We lost Scott Wells to the Rams. Shattered as. One of the best Centers in the league. And I know McCarthy is just going to draft a replacement. Big blow.

Manning to be a Titan in next 24hours. You heard it here!

Mario Williams > Bills = 6yr/100M
Steve Hutchinson > Titans = 3yr/16M

That deal is ALL KINDS of fucked up. The Lions salary cap is going to be fucked if they have to spend big to hang on to guys like Stafford and Suh.

John Carlson has been signed by the Vikings to a 4 year 20m contract. Looks like Shiancoe is leaving then.

Lot of money...but he's worth it. Top 5 WR for me.

Peyton Hillis is now a Chief, and Chad Henne has moved to Jacksonville.

Edited by benjo: 15/3/2012 02:27:33 PM

I LOL'd at this Facebook post by NFL Downunder"

Kyle Orton has joined Dallas on a 3 year deal.

Robert Meachem has joined the Chargers for 4 years.

The bucs need to make sure they hang on to Blount. Get a couple of decent OT's in and he'll mean business.

Jackson's arrival will free up some of the pressure on Arrelious Benn as well. Good young prospect for the Bucs.

Garcon joins the redskins on a 3 year contract.

The Bears are absolutely fucking laughing at the deal for Marshall. That's comic gold from the Dolphins, what the fuck is wrong with them?

Bit surprised to see V-Jax going to the Bucs, but maybe we'll see Freeman step it up again next season.

Good pickup by Chicago. Giving Cutler another target to hit, and a talented one at that.

I was hoping we'd make a big money play for Jackson. Best WR free agent for me. Good signing for Tampa Bay.

I support the rams happy with this. Hope we stay injury free at CB this season

Also Reggie Wayne signs 3yr deal with Colts.

Brandon Marshall to the Bears for 2 3rd round draft picks.
Why would Miami offload their best receiver when trying to lure Manning?

Vincent Jackson to the Buccaneers for 5years 55 mill. :shock:

Cortland Finnigan to the Rams, 5yr 50M contract.

Tbh, I think Mario Williams will be more sought after than Peyton. Manning might be the star player with the big name, but Williams can benefit a lot more teams.

I started supporting the Packers after watching the NFL for a couple of years and researching the way the club was run and the community environment promoted by the team, not to mention their style of play from the 09 season onwards has been impressive and great to watch.