Shaun Alexander? (merged)

biloxi-indian · 05-05-2008, 03:56 PM

Though his release by the Seattle Seahawks initially was met with the soothing melody of crickets rubbing their wings together, running back Shaun Alexander is suddenly hearing the chirping of a cell phone instead.

Adam Schefter of NFL Network reports that Alexander will follow his visit with the Cincinnati Bengals with a trip to New Orleans, where he’ll visit with the Saints.

The interest in Alexander should be regarded as a bad sign for running back Deuce McAllister, who is recovering from his second torn ACL in three seasons. If Alexander signs, McAllister could be scuttled.

The broader question with Alexander is whether anyone will offer him a deal that he’ll deem to be worthy of his abilities. Our guess is that, in the end, he’ll ink a multi-year deal that will appear to be a big-money package but that on closer inspection will be essentially a one-year deal with a reasonable base salary and lots of incentives.

As we see it, there’s no need for Alexander to rush the process. He’ll avoid all offseason workouts and mandatory minicamps if he doesn’t sign with a team, and his leverage in one or more cities could increase significantly if/when one of the top tailbacks blows out a knee during those non-contact contact practices.

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andersen · 05-05-2008, 03:59 PM

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Say it ain't so, Deuce.

ssmitty · 05-05-2008, 04:02 PM

saint shaun could very well be signed if duece is not coming around...

NolaBama · 05-05-2008, 06:54 PM

IMO, He would be a great addition to our offense, he could rack up the tough yards along with Deuce and add in Reggie for some outside action...we got ourselves one hell of a backfield.

SaintFanInATLHELL · 05-05-2008, 07:02 PM

Originally Posted by NolaBama

IMO, He would be a great addition to our offense, he could rack up the tough yards along with Deuce and add in Reggie for some outside action...we got ourselves one hell of a backfield.

I don't think you've actually seen Alexander in the last couple of years.

Simply put the guy is a wuss (family friendly you know

). Falls down if he thinks that a defender is nearby.

The guy doesn't catch. He whiffs on blocks.

Wuss.

The Saints can waste time on him. But just realize there's a reason that he was released from Seattle.

SFIAH

nutria · 05-05-2008, 07:24 PM

Originally Posted by SaintFanInATLHELL

I don't think you've actually seen Alexander in the last couple of years.

Simply put the guy is a wuss (family friendly you know ). Falls down if he thinks that a defender is nearby.

The guy doesn't catch. He whiffs on blocks.

Wuss.

The Saints can waste time on him. But just realize there's a reason that he was released from Seattle.

SFIAH

He is done. We don't need any help like that. Stecker and Pierre are better than him.

QBREES9 · 05-05-2008, 08:58 PM

Shaun Alexander
SAINT SHAUN? ProFootballTalk.com
Posted by Mike Florio on May 5, 2008, 2:55 p.m.
Though his release by the Seattle Seahawks initially was met with the soothing melody of crickets rubbing their wings together, running back Shaun Alexander is suddenly hearing the chirping of a cell phone instead.

Adam Schefter of NFL Network reports that Alexander will follow his visit with the Cincinnati Bengals with a trip to New Orleans, where he’ll visit with the Saints.

The interest in Alexander should be regarded as a bad sign for running back Deuce McAllister, who is recovering from his second torn ACL in three seasons. If Alexander signs, McAllister could be scuttled.

The broader question with Alexander is whether anyone will offer him a deal that he’ll deem to be worthy of his abilities. Our guess is that, in the end, he’ll ink a multi-year deal that will appear to be a big-money package but that on closer inspection will be essentially a one-year deal with a reasonable base salary and lots of incentives.

As we see it, there’s no need for Alexander to rush the process. He’ll avoid all offseason workouts and mandatory minicamps if he doesn’t sign with a team, and his leverage in one or more cities could increase significantly if/when one of the top tailbacks blows out a knee during those non-contact contact practices.

nicebush25 · 05-05-2008, 09:26 PM

Alexander making the rounds
Shaun Alexander | Seahawks | Interested: Saints? Bengals?
Alexander is scheduled to visit with the Saints on Wednesday, reports John Clayton.

The free-agent running back met with the Bengals on Sunday and Monday, but that doesn't mean Cincinnati is close to offering Alexander a contract.

Rudi Johnson is coming off a healthy offseason, and Chris Perry should be able to do some things in minicamp after years of injuries. The Bengals also like Kenny Watson and DeDe Dorsey.

MatthewT · 05-05-2008, 10:35 PM

I feel that Alexander may be washed up, but it doesn't hurt to bring him in to see if he has anything left. It's pretty simple, let Alexander and Deuce battle it out, if Deuce is anywhere fit to be a NFL running back again then the job goes to Deuce. If Deuce is finished, Alexander is not a horrible option if he has anything left. If both are finished, nothing lost. Cut them both in training camp and move on.

TheDeuce · 05-05-2008, 11:07 PM

Well if studying for exams wasn't bad enough, this crap had to happen. If Deuce is gone, I'm going to be very upset. He showed that he was willing to do whatever it took to stay a Saint (restructure, rehab, etc) and he still might be gone. What a sad day if he's released.

05-05-2008, 03:56 PM	#1
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05-05-2008, 06:54 PM	#4
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05-05-2008, 07:02 PM	#5
SaintFanInATLHELL The Professor Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Lithonia, GA Posts: 2,773	Re: Saint Shaun ? Originally Posted by NolaBama IMO, He would be a great addition to our offense, he could rack up the tough yards along with Deuce and add in Reggie for some outside action...we got ourselves one hell of a backfield. I don't think you've actually seen Alexander in the last couple of years. Simply put the guy is a wuss (family friendly you know ). Falls down if he thinks that a defender is nearby. The guy doesn't catch. He whiffs on blocks. Wuss. The Saints can waste time on him. But just realize there's a reason that he was released from Seattle. SFIAH

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05-05-2008, 07:24 PM	#6
nutria Sac-A-Lait Join Date: May 2006 Location: Prairieville, LA Posts: 262	Re: Saint Shaun ? Originally Posted by SaintFanInATLHELL I don't think you've actually seen Alexander in the last couple of years. Simply put the guy is a wuss (family friendly you know ). Falls down if he thinks that a defender is nearby. The guy doesn't catch. He whiffs on blocks. Wuss. The Saints can waste time on him. But just realize there's a reason that he was released from Seattle. SFIAH He is done. We don't need any help like that. Stecker and Pierre are better than him.

05-05-2008, 08:58 PM	#7
QBREES9 Moderator Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: New Haven Ct Posts: 23,985	Shaun Alexander / SAINT SHAUN? Shaun Alexander SAINT SHAUN? ProFootballTalk.com Posted by Mike Florio on May 5, 2008, 2:55 p.m. Though his release by the Seattle Seahawks initially was met with the soothing melody of crickets rubbing their wings together, running back Shaun Alexander is suddenly hearing the chirping of a cell phone instead. Adam Schefter of NFL Network reports that Alexander will follow his visit with the Cincinnati Bengals with a trip to New Orleans, where he’ll visit with the Saints. The interest in Alexander should be regarded as a bad sign for running back Deuce McAllister, who is recovering from his second torn ACL in three seasons. If Alexander signs, McAllister could be scuttled. The broader question with Alexander is whether anyone will offer him a deal that he’ll deem to be worthy of his abilities. Our guess is that, in the end, he’ll ink a multi-year deal that will appear to be a big-money package but that on closer inspection will be essentially a one-year deal with a reasonable base salary and lots of incentives. As we see it, there’s no need for Alexander to rush the process. He’ll avoid all offseason workouts and mandatory minicamps if he doesn’t sign with a team, and his leverage in one or more cities could increase significantly if/when one of the top tailbacks blows out a knee during those non-contact contact practices.
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05-05-2008, 09:26 PM	#8
nicebush25 lightly scented Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Upstate New York Posts: 142	Re: Saint Shaun ? Alexander making the rounds Shaun Alexander \| Seahawks \| Interested: Saints? Bengals? Alexander is scheduled to visit with the Saints on Wednesday, reports John Clayton. The free-agent running back met with the Bengals on Sunday and Monday, but that doesn't mean Cincinnati is close to offering Alexander a contract. Rudi Johnson is coming off a healthy offseason, and Chris Perry should be able to do some things in minicamp after years of injuries. The Bengals also like Kenny Watson and DeDe Dorsey.

05-05-2008, 10:35 PM	#9
MatthewT 1000 Posts + Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Mississippi Posts: 2,729	Re: Saint Shaun ? I feel that Alexander may be washed up, but it doesn't hurt to bring him in to see if he has anything left. It's pretty simple, let Alexander and Deuce battle it out, if Deuce is anywhere fit to be a NFL running back again then the job goes to Deuce. If Deuce is finished, Alexander is not a horrible option if he has anything left. If both are finished, nothing lost. Cut them both in training camp and move on.

05-05-2008, 11:07 PM	#10
TheDeuce 1000 Posts + Join Date: Apr 2005 Posts: 2,928	Re: Saint Shaun ? Well if studying for exams wasn't bad enough, this crap had to happen. If Deuce is gone, I'm going to be very upset. He showed that he was willing to do whatever it took to stay a Saint (restructure, rehab, etc) and he still might be gone. What a sad day if he's released.
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