A Tuesday Spin Around The Division
A look at what's going on around the division, SBNation style, as presented by your fearless blogger:
Tampa Bay Buccaneers JScott is breaking one of the Football Fan Commandments; specifically, the one that says thou shalt not covet thy division mate's tight end. Yes, I know it sounds gay, but that hasn't stopped him from calling for Alge Crumpler. The worst part is that he isn't alone; it seems every team in the division is going to take a shot at him. That'll make the homecoming a little tough.
There's also some interesting discussion over there on whether or not Crumpler is an overrated tight end, with a poster leaning heavily on Football Outsiders to make his point. I would disagree because of his blocking skills and the fact that last year basically torpedoed his career averages, but there's no denying that Alge's injuries are going to scare some teams away. I'm still wishing him luck.
To come back to the Bucs in particular, JScott is really advocating for the team to bring in some strong offensive options. While noting that Jeff Garcia played reasonably well next year, I'd point out that any offensive overhaul over there should start with a new QB. One of these years, that cheerful former Canadian player is going to break down, and it's not going to matter if the Bucs bring in Coles and Crumpler.
And plus, the Bucs still suck.
Carolina Panthers: Next stop, Cat Scratch Reader, where Jaxon examines the possibility of prodigal wide receiver Muhsin Muhammad returning. Jaxon calls the potential move "a step backward," and it's not hard to understand why. The Panthers have Steve Smith, Dwayne Jarrett and a score of fringe value guys. The last thing they need is an elderly possession receiver, which is why I'm openly advocating that the Panthers go out and get Muhammad. It would also be nice if they gave Steve Smith to the Falcons. Consider it? No?
Damn you.
The Panthers have also recently cut chronically concussed linebacker Dan Morgan, whom the Falcons should definitely avoid. If Kris Jenkins was available for a song, I'd say he might be a good veteran option to fill out our weak defensive tackle corps. As he's likely to cost much more than I'd like to pay, I'll say pass. Then, of course, Jaxon would be thrilled to get Alge Crumpler. Great.
New Orleans Saints Sunil from Canal Street Chronicles is...well, no one really knows where the hell he is. Can I get an Amber Alert?
A cursory read about the Interwebs tells me that the Saints are actively pursuing Dan Morgan (why?) and devising new ways to avoid saying that Reggie Bush is an overrated player. A few personnel tweaks in the offseason would make them the scariest team in the NFC South again, though, so I think I'll leave that one alone.
Question of the day: Which NFC South team is Crumpler most likely to sign with?
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by jackc50 on Feb 19, 2008 5:58 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
i'm gonna go out on a limb and say
And Dave, the Bucs have a QB, his name is Jeff "Old Man Rugged" Garcia, get used to him, as the Bucs are looking to extend his contract this off-season
by JScott on Feb 19, 2008 6:56 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Sunil
by Hamburger on Feb 19, 2008 8:57 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Seriously?
by Dave the Falconer on Feb 19, 2008 8:59 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Yes and no
by Hamburger on Feb 19, 2008 9:06 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Now I know
That does explain why I've seen him haunting St. Louis Cardinals sites, though.
by Dave the Falconer on Feb 19, 2008 11:47 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Dirty Secret
In fact with all the success the Cowboys had and how bad the Falcons did, I found myself actually caring more about the Falcons this year than the 'Boys. One main reason being the good olf Falcoholic site! I have never posted and rarely visit Blogging the Boys though I suspect I will when the big SB Nation changes happen and our accounts go universal.
I remain loyal to the Falcons though. My Cowboys fandom actually stems from me being obsessed with then for much of my life, it's part of my DNA now. That being said, my wife and my 8 year old daughter insist that I am more of a Falcs fan than a Cowboys fan. I don't know. All I know is that I love the Falcons.
Signed,
Confused In ATL
by runningback on Feb 20, 2008 10:18 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Gasp!
To be fair, though, I'm not a Georgia native. I have, for whatever reason, been a Falcons fan since I was about three or four years old, despite having only one family member hailing from Atlanta. Call it fate (I'd prefer that), but I've loved this team ever since despite the often depressing finishes, and the win over the Vikings ten years ago ranks as one of the greatest moments of my life.
I guess every fan has an interesting history, eh?
by Dave the Falconer on Feb 20, 2008 11:25 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Kitty Cats or ???
by VBfalconfan on Feb 20, 2008 10:32 AM EST reply actions 0 recs
I've heard Alge wants to stay in the division
by Dave the Falconer on Feb 20, 2008 11:22 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs
Crump to a rival division foe
At this point, I have to seriously question the new GM and his tactics.
Also note that that I love me some Crump, so that plays a part in this struggle I am having with him being gone. I hope the guy goes somewhere and simply rocks socks the rest of his career. Hopefully somewhere in the AFC, haha!
by Jesse on Feb 20, 2008 1:59 PM EST reply actions 0 recs
Where will crump go?
by henryinga on Feb 23, 2008 12:45 AM EST reply actions 0 recs

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