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Originally Posted by Danno (Post 736457)

Hightower is boycotting the trip to the Whitehouse.

I have no desire to acquire that idiot.

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Originally Posted by ChrisXVI (Post 736458)

We wouldn't be able to field a football team if we approached it like that though because I'm sure 75% of our team feels the same way as Hightower.

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Originally Posted by Danno (Post 736461)

True, these guys aren't exactly bright

Ironic, isn't it?

Since the mid-1960s many have marched, demonstrated for people of color to be treated fairly such as being able to stay in the same hotel as teammates, enjoy the same perks as teammates (i.e. White House Guests)...

And now mis-guided as it may be, people of color don't want to go to the White House...

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Bruce Arians has indicated that if a contract can't get done in time with Chandler Jones and representatives, he will be tagged...

2017 NFL Free Agents: Best Landing Spots for Top Available Players | Bleacher Report

Spoiler: The writer also seems to think the best spot for Melvin Ingram will be the New Orleans Saints...

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Pro Football Focus 2017 Free Agency Tracker

Free Agents, PFF Grade (sorted by), Age, SnapCount, Current Team, Signed Team

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I rather add to the list than subtract from the list with the FA money we have.

Going after a year wonder with a history of inconsistency and over paying them does not thrill me. Pass on Melvin Ingram please. We need more than one piece on this defense

Back to my rule of thumb.

Young - Proven - Solid - A back up that appears to be ready to step out and take over as a starter.

Micah Hyde (26) / 6'0' / 197 / Iowa / 2013 / Rd. 5 (159) / GB

He is a dependable player who offers versatility. Hyde is capable of playing both free and strong safety. Hyde has showcased consistent football despite being trapped in a rotation with HaHa Clinton-Dix and Morgan Burnett in his tenure with the Packers

Hyde has racked up 227 tackles, 24 passes defensed, eight interceptions and four sacks in 63 career games. In addition, Hyde has punt return capabilities, recording three touchdowns throughout his career.

he’ll most likely be searching for a starting opportunity.

He offers an out of that god awful Bird brain contract? Solid gamble IMO

Special team punt returner is a huge need to boot.

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Why haven't the Saints signed anyone yet?

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Originally Posted by RaginCajun83 (Post 736547)

Why haven't the Saints signed anyone yet?

They're not allowed to talk to anyone from other teams until March 7th. They're not allowed to sign anyone from another team until March 9th.

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I was being sarcastic

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This is the most informative thread going right now. Thanks for sharing fellas! I feel hopeful some of the talent we want is a good fit for Dean Payton and company. :bng:

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Originally Posted by hagan714 (Post 736505)

You meant to say "awful Byrd brain contract?"

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Originally Posted by rezburna (Post 732187)

Ronald Leary, Guard, Dallas Cowboys
Morris Claiborne, CB, Dallas Cowboys
Trumaine Johnson, CB, L.A. Rams
Donta Hightower, OLB, New England Patriots
Charles Johnson, DE, Carolina Panthers
T.J. Lang, Guard, GB Packers
Martellus Bennett, TE, New England Patriots
Stephone Gilmore, CB, Buffalo Bills

There's a lot of quality out there next year.

hightower for sure, benett would make pro bowl under payton and brees.