Saints acquire LB Barrett Rudd from Seahawks for an Undisclosed Pick

08-21-2012, 12:43 AM

Originally Posted by The Dude

I can reach down right now and pick up a piece of dust on the floor real quick too. At this point I want Merriman. He has more potential to revitalize his career here. If he is healthy and doesn't want a ton of money I don't see much of a down side.

The Saints need pure LBs. Merriman is not that good at pure LB. He made his claim to fame in SD rushing the passer off a 3-4. Not a really good fit here.

lee909 · 08-21-2012, 01:36 AM

Im not sure i see the point in this trade.
Why waste a draft pick on a injury prone vet.Surely there would be free agents out there that could do the same job.

subguy · 08-21-2012, 02:08 AM

Been awhile since I have heard anything regarding Rudd. This is clearly a need and I would feel he came really cheap. Overall a space filler.

biloxi-indian · 08-21-2012, 04:31 AM

Ruud had shoulder surgery this offseason;

Barrett Ruud scheduled for surgery next week | Titans Insider

"The eight-year pro was limited during training camp because he’s recovering from groin, knee and shoulder injuries he suffered last season."

Barrett Ruud back in NFC South

Cruize · 08-21-2012, 05:34 AM

Solid vet. Worth a look.

saintsfan1976 · 08-21-2012, 06:59 AM

This is a solid pickup. And maybe Rudd can teach our boys how to tackle.

Halo · 08-21-2012, 07:06 AM

Originally Posted by saintsfan1976

This is a solid pickup. And maybe Rudd can teach our boys how to tackle.

Remember this guy as a high functioning linebacker with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He journeyed off to Tennessee then to Seattle, now to NOLA. For several years he led the Bucs in tackles.

Totally agree, let's hope he brings a solid TACKLING ethic.

TheOak · 08-21-2012, 07:25 AM

We have learned that some players that do terrible at one team can actually flourish at another. Its all about fit.

If Loomis grabbed him it is either because he is better than his play has shown, or he is the best available. He is still better than Shanle.

Our front office has been pretty damn good at finding diamonds in the rough.....

Regardless of how you feel about Rudd, he probably will not see much of the field after week 2.

I look at Rudd as more of a replacement for Humber

Hawthorn and Lofton are projected to be back around week 1.

Halo · 08-21-2012, 07:58 AM

Originally Posted by x626xBlack

I look at Rudd as more of a replacement for Humber

Hawthorn and Lofton are projected to be back around week 1.

Last night on WWLTV and Fox8Live Humber was projected to play in remaining preseason games. Apparently the Saints signed him knowing he had a 3 game suspension coming.

Again, the Humber suspension was not something new. It became apparent when Lofton and Hawthorne were reported as injured from the Jags game.

neugey · 08-21-2012, 07:58 AM

He was a beast with the Huskers. Unfortunately the injuries and age have diminished his ability. But not a bad move, he's got a world of starting experience if he can stay healthy.

08-21-2012, 12:43 AM	#41
Threaded by Tobias-Reiper Merces Letifer Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 4,161 Rating: (0 votes - average) Originally Posted by The Dude I can reach down right now and pick up a piece of dust on the floor real quick too. At this point I want Merriman. He has more potential to revitalize his career here. If he is healthy and doesn't want a ton of money I don't see much of a down side. The Saints need pure LBs. Merriman is not that good at pure LB. He made his claim to fame in SD rushing the passer off a 3-4. Not a really good fit here. Halo likes this.
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08-21-2012, 01:36 AM	#42
lee909 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Watford England Posts: 8,829 Blog Entries: 1	Re: Saints trade Seahawks for LB Barrett Rudd for Undisclosed Pick Im not sure i see the point in this trade. Why waste a draft pick on a injury prone vet.Surely there would be free agents out there that could do the same job.

08-21-2012, 02:08 AM	#43
subguy 1000 Posts + Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: FL Posts: 2,097	Re: Saints trade Seahawks for LB Barrett Rudd for Undisclosed Pick Been awhile since I have heard anything regarding Rudd. This is clearly a need and I would feel he came really cheap. Overall a space filler.

08-21-2012, 04:31 AM	#44
biloxi-indian Site Donor Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Southlake, TX Posts: 1,706	Re: Saints trade Seahawks for LB Barrett Rudd for Undisclosed Pick Ruud had shoulder surgery this offseason; Barrett Ruud scheduled for surgery next week \| Titans Insider "The eight-year pro was limited during training camp because he’s recovering from groin, knee and shoulder injuries he suffered last season." Barrett Ruud back in NFC South

08-21-2012, 05:34 AM	#45
Cruize 1000 Posts + Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 4,457	Re: Saints trade Seahawks for LB Barrett Rudd for Undisclosed Pick Solid vet. Worth a look.
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08-21-2012, 06:59 AM	#46
saintsfan1976 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 10,847 Blog Entries: 3	Re: Saints acquire LB Barrett Rudd from Seahawks for an Undisclosed Pick This is a solid pickup. And maybe Rudd can teach our boys how to tackle. Halo and st thomas like this.

08-21-2012, 07:06 AM	#47
Halo Site Donor MONTHLY Join Date: May 2002 Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 20,750 Blog Entries: 45	Re: Saints acquire LB Barrett Rudd from Seahawks for an Undisclosed Pick Originally Posted by saintsfan1976 This is a solid pickup. And maybe Rudd can teach our boys how to tackle. Remember this guy as a high functioning linebacker with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. He journeyed off to Tennessee then to Seattle, now to NOLA. For several years he led the Bucs in tackles. Totally agree, let's hope he brings a solid TACKLING ethic.

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TheOak 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Cypress Tx. Posts: 19,027	Re: Saints acquire LB Barrett Rudd from Seahawks for an Undisclosed Pick We have learned that some players that do terrible at one team can actually flourish at another. Its all about fit. If Loomis grabbed him it is either because he is better than his play has shown, or he is the best available. He is still better than Shanle. Our front office has been pretty damn good at finding diamonds in the rough..... Regardless of how you feel about Rudd, he probably will not see much of the field after week 2. I look at Rudd as more of a replacement for Humber Hawthorn and Lofton are projected to be back around week 1.
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08-21-2012, 07:58 AM	#49
Halo Site Donor MONTHLY Join Date: May 2002 Location: New Orleans, LA Posts: 20,750 Blog Entries: 45	Re: Saints acquire LB Barrett Rudd from Seahawks for an Undisclosed Pick Originally Posted by x626xBlack I look at Rudd as more of a replacement for Humber Hawthorn and Lofton are projected to be back around week 1. Last night on WWLTV and Fox8Live Humber was projected to play in remaining preseason games. Apparently the Saints signed him knowing he had a 3 game suspension coming. Again, the Humber suspension was not something new. It became apparent when Lofton and Hawthorne were reported as injured from the Jags game.

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neugey Hu Dat! Join Date: Dec 2004 Posts: 6,725 Blog Entries: 13	Re: Saints acquire LB Barrett Rudd from Seahawks for an Undisclosed Pick He was a beast with the Huskers. Unfortunately the injuries and age have diminished his ability. But not a bad move, he's got a world of starting experience if he can stay healthy. st thomas likes this.

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