New Deal for Keenan Lewis

ChrisXVI · 03-19-2015, 06:18 AM

The New Orleans Saints are $1.7 million under cap after adding the contract of C.J. Spiller and restructuring Keenan Lewis' contract.

An additional $10.4 million of Lewis' contract has been guaranteed, according to a source.

New Orleans Saints restructure Keenan Lewis' contract, add more guaranteed money | NOLA.com

Looks like Keenan did get his way... But it also helps the team clear up some cap space so it's a win/win.

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ScottF · 03-19-2015, 06:21 AM

He took the wrong path, but ended up in the right place. We needed him to stay put and be happy

saintsfan1976 · 03-19-2015, 06:44 AM

He used the wrong avenue to vent his frustration. That was an error in judgement.

I will not question his heart, motivation and desire to be a Saint.

jeanpierre · 03-19-2015, 07:19 AM

Originally Posted by saintsfan1976

He used the wrong avenue to vent his frustration. That was an error in judgement.

I will not question his heart, motivation and desire to be a Saint.

Aptly put, but I wouldn't be surprised now to see him shipped and we select a cornerback with the 31st pick...

burningmetal · 03-19-2015, 06:48 AM

He didn't get his way in terms of what he originally said, which was "I want my contract fully guaranteed". That was just plain stupid of him. Obviously someone gave him the proverbial slap upside the head and got him somewhat off of his high horse.

The Dude · 03-19-2015, 10:49 PM

Originally Posted by burningmetal

He didn't get his way in terms of what he originally said, which was "I want my contract fully guaranteed". That was just plain stupid of him. Obviously someone gave him the proverbial slap upside the head and got him somewhat off of his high horse.

It was stupid of him, but he was watching players, good players, get traded, cut, and restructured left and right. A lot of what he said was probably out of fear of the unknown.

burningmetal · 03-19-2015, 11:00 PM

Originally Posted by The Dude

It was stupid of him, but he was watching players, good players, get traded, cut, and restructured left and right. A lot of what he said was probably out of fear of the unknown.

Well as I said in another thread related to this topic, he's making a lot of money for a reason. He IS a good player, and will make his money no matter if it were here or elsewhere. I don't see what there is to fear about that. And it was pretty clear, as Loomis even said as much, that this was about upgrading defense. So why would they trade Keenan? The guy just got too caught up in his emotions and forgot that the team's priority is to win, not to keep friends around to grow old together. I have no doubt it sucks to see your buddies get traded, but that's the business. It isn't new.

hagan714 · 03-19-2015, 06:51 AM

CheramieIII · 03-19-2015, 07:06 AM

Originally Posted by hagan714

next

DITTO Bring on Evans

lee909 · 03-19-2015, 07:10 AM

Speaking publicly was the only mistake he has made since he came here. I really dont think it was about the money but the guarantee he could settle in the area and wasn't getting moved on. Works well for both parties,the love and guarantee for Keenan and the cap room for Loomis.

Im delighted

03-19-2015, 06:18 AM	#1
ChrisXVI 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: Madison, WI Posts: 11,482	New Deal for Keenan Lewis The New Orleans Saints are $1.7 million under cap after adding the contract of C.J. Spiller and restructuring Keenan Lewis' contract. An additional $10.4 million of Lewis' contract has been guaranteed, according to a source. Twitter New Orleans Saints restructure Keenan Lewis' contract, add more guaranteed money \| NOLA.com Looks like Keenan did get his way... But it also helps the team clear up some cap space so it's a win/win. Attached Thumbnails spkb25, hagan714, ScottF and 1 others like this.
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03-19-2015, 06:21 AM	#2
ScottF 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 6,324	Re: New Deal for Keenan Lewis He took the wrong path, but ended up in the right place. We needed him to stay put and be happy Danno, spkb25 and ChrisXVI like this.

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saintsfan1976 10000 POST CLUB Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Atlanta Posts: 10,972 Blog Entries: 3	Re: New Deal for Keenan Lewis He used the wrong avenue to vent his frustration. That was an error in judgement. I will not question his heart, motivation and desire to be a Saint.

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jeanpierre Site Donor 2018 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Thibodaux Posts: 43,543 Blog Entries: 39	Re: New Deal for Keenan Lewis Originally Posted by saintsfan1976 He used the wrong avenue to vent his frustration. That was an error in judgement. I will not question his heart, motivation and desire to be a Saint. Aptly put, but I wouldn't be surprised now to see him shipped and we select a cornerback with the 31st pick...

03-19-2015, 06:48 AM	#5
burningmetal 1000 Posts + Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 3,923 Blog Entries: 3	Re: New Deal for Keenan Lewis He didn't get his way in terms of what he originally said, which was "I want my contract fully guaranteed". That was just plain stupid of him. Obviously someone gave him the proverbial slap upside the head and got him somewhat off of his high horse. SaintFanQ and Beastmode like this.

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The Dude 5000 POSTS! + Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 9,055	Re: New Deal for Keenan Lewis Originally Posted by burningmetal He didn't get his way in terms of what he originally said, which was "I want my contract fully guaranteed". That was just plain stupid of him. Obviously someone gave him the proverbial slap upside the head and got him somewhat off of his high horse. It was stupid of him, but he was watching players, good players, get traded, cut, and restructured left and right. A lot of what he said was probably out of fear of the unknown.
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03-19-2015, 11:00 PM	#7
burningmetal 1000 Posts + Join Date: Mar 2012 Posts: 3,923 Blog Entries: 3	Re: New Deal for Keenan Lewis Originally Posted by The Dude It was stupid of him, but he was watching players, good players, get traded, cut, and restructured left and right. A lot of what he said was probably out of fear of the unknown. Well as I said in another thread related to this topic, he's making a lot of money for a reason. He IS a good player, and will make his money no matter if it were here or elsewhere. I don't see what there is to fear about that. And it was pretty clear, as Loomis even said as much, that this was about upgrading defense. So why would they trade Keenan? The guy just got too caught up in his emotions and forgot that the team's priority is to win, not to keep friends around to grow old together. I have no doubt it sucks to see your buddies get traded, but that's the business. It isn't new.
	If I had a nickel for every time I heard that, the NFL would fine and suspend me.

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