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Mr. Laz · 05:14 AM

First-round draft pick signing status

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PK Team Player  Pos School                       Contract   
 1 49ers Alex Smith QB Utah                           6 years,$49.5 million($24 mill SB) 
 2 Dolphins Ronnie Brown RB Auburn                         Unsigned 
 3 Browns Braylon Edwards WR Michigan                      Unsigned 
 4 Bears Cedric Benson RB Texas                            Unsigned 
 5 Buccaneers Carnell Williams RB Auburn              Signed, terms undisclosed 
 6 Titans Adam Jones DB West Virginia                      Unsigned 
 7 Vikings(frm Raider) Troy Williamson WR S. Carolina      Unsigned 
 8 Cardinals Antrel Rolle DB Miami (FL)                    Unsigned 
 9 Redskins Carlos Rogers DB Auburn                        Unsigned 
 10 Lions Mike Williams WR USC                        Signed, terms undisclosed
 11 Cowboys Demarcus Ware DE Troy                     5 year deal, $13 million
 12 Chargers(from Giants) Shawne Merriman DE Maryland 5 year deal, $11.33 million 
 13 Saints(from Texans) Jammal Brown OL Oklahoma      5 year deal, $11 million
 14 Panthers Thomas Davis S Georgia                   5 year deal, $10.6 million
 15 Chiefs Derrick Johnson LB Texas                   5 year deal, $10.5 million 
 16 Texans(from Saints) Travis Johnson NT Florida St  5 year deal, $10.2 million 
 17 Bengals David Pollack DE Georgia                       Unsigned 
 18 Vikings Erasmus James DL Wisconsin                     Unsigned 
 19 Rams Alex Barron T Florida State                       Unsigned 
 20 Cowboys (from Bills) Marcus Spears DE LSU         5 year deal, $9.35 million  
 21 Jaguars Matt Jones QB Arkansas                    5 years, ~$11 million 
 22 Ravens Mark Clayton WR Oklahoma                        Unsigned 
 23 Raiders(from hawks)Fabian Washington CB Nebraska  Signed, terms undisclosed 
 24 Packers Aaron Rodgers QB California               Signed, terms undisclosed
 25 Redskins(from Broncos) Jason Campbell QB Auburn   Signed, terms undisclosed
 26 Seahawks(from Jets) Chris Spencer C Mississippi        Unsigned 
 27 Falcons Roddy White WR UAB                        5 years, undisclosed 
 28 Chargers Luis Castillo DT Northwestern            5 years, $7.035 million  
 29 Colts Marlin Jackson CB Michigan                  5 years, $6.975 million  
 30 Steelers Heath Miller TE Virginia                 5 years, $6.89 million  
 31 Eagles Mike Patterson DT USC                      5 years, $6.60 million  
 32 Patriots Logan Mankins T Fresno State             5 years, $6.40 million

ESPN.com's Len Pasquarelli reports the Dallas Cowboys reached a five-year deal with rookie LB DeMarcus Ware, a first-round draft choice. The deal is worth $13 million, with $10 million in guaranteed money.

Cowboys | Spears Agrees to Five-year Deal
Sat, 30 Jul 2005 16:30:43 -0700

ESPN.com's Len Pasquarelli reports the Dallas Cowboys reached a five-year deal with rookie DE Marcus Spears, a first-round draft choice. The deal is worth $9.35 million, with $6.7 million in guaranteed money

Mr. Laz · 08-01-2005, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beer bacon

Chargers' No 1 guaranteed 5-year, $11.33 million
Merriman's holdout to end
By Kevin Acee
UNION-TRIBUNE STAFF WRITER

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Merriman agrees to deal with Chargers
SAN DIEGO - Outside linebacker Shawne Merriman, the 12th pick in the NFL draft, agreed to a five-year deal with the San Diego Chargers on Monday after he missed the first week of training camp.

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Merriman caused a stir when he stayed away from all offseason workouts on the advice of his agent, Kevin Poston, because of concerns he'd get hurt before he got a contract.

While many observers expected protracted negotiations, both sides said talks went well.

"It was always professional, always cordial," Poston said. "We were able to get it done at Shawne's fair-market value."

In a statement, general manager A.J. Smith said the Chargers were "excited to get Shawne here and integrated into our defense as quickly as possible. "The negotiations with Kevin Poston were cordial, professional and it was pleasure doing business with him."

By missing offseason workouts, the Chargers felt Merriman, a former star at Maryland, would fall behind in learning the team's 3-4 defense.

Poston thinks Merriman will be OK.

"The first preseason game has not taken place. He'll be fine," Poston said. "All rookies have to catch up, even those who are in on time."

Merriman has been working out in Maryland.

Merriman's contract is potentially worth $15.73 million, of which $9 million is guaranteed. The deal was structured so he'll get an early roster bonus of $1,244,000 rather than a signing bonus. He'll get an option bonus of $6.35 million, payable over the second, third and fourth years of the deal.

With Merriman's deal done, the Chargers' only unsigned player is All-Pro tight end Antonio Gates, who is seeking a long-term deal averaging between $4 million and $5 million a year. As an exclusive-rights free agent, Gates was tendered a one-year contract for $380,000, but he has not signed that deal.

Mr. Laz · 08-01-2005, 05:42 PM

Rodgers is in: No. 1 pick signs

Training Camp 2005

By Dylan B. Tomlinson
PackersNews.com

The Green Bay Packers have signed quarterback Aaron Rodgers, their first-round draft pick, General Manager Ted Thompson announced Saturday night.

After signing the contract Saturday night, Rodgers immediately headed to St. Norbert College in De Pere to join the rest of the Packers. He will practice for the first time this morning.

Before Rodgers had signed, Packers coach Mike Sherman said he wasn’t overly concerned about the four days of practice that Rodgers had missed.

“Everything we’ve done so far he did in the minicamps,” Sherman said. “The opportunity to go back and do it again, he’s missed that, but he’s a bright kid. When he gets here, we’ll get him working around the clock and we’ll get him ready to go.”

Rodgers is the last of the Packers’ 11 draft picks to sign. While terms of Rodgers’ contract are unknown, it is expected to be similar to the five-year deal that Buffalo quarterback J.P. Losman signed last year. Losman’s deal, with incentives and escalator clauses, could be worth as much as $24.58 million.

Since Rodgers isn’t expected to start until Brett Favre retires, negotiations with Rodgers’ agent, Mike Sullivan, were especially difficult. The contract is expected to include an escalator clause that will trigger when and if Rodgers becomes the starter.

“Obviously, this is a very difficult contract,” Sherman said. “This is a contract that is (geared) toward the future.”

When he reports to camp today, Rodgers will have to share reps with Favre as well as backups Craig Nall and J.T. O’Sullivan. Favre has been participating in only one practice per day, so that may increase Rodgers’ chance to get plenty of reps.

The Packers took Rodgers with the No. 24 pick in April’s draft. At one point, he was expected to be taken with the No. 1 overall pick but unexpectedly fell to the Packers toward the end of the first round.

Dylan B. Tomlinson writes for The Post-Crescent of Appleton.

**alanm** · 08-01-2005, 09:02 PM

I wonder if the Titans are going to sign Pac Man to the rookie minimum with tons of incentives. Especially CONDUCT incentives which includes no posse hanger oners.

**alanm** · 08-01-2005, 09:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KChiefs1

Anyone want to wager on who they believe will be the last first rounder signed?

My $$$$$ is on Merriman.

Pac Man Bank on it.

**Rausch** · 08-02-2005, 12:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alanm

Pac Man Bank on it.

A good guess...

beer bacon · 08-02-2005, 12:44 AM

Redskins | Campbell Officially Agrees to Terms
Mon, 1 Aug 2005 22:38:13 -0700

Updating previous reports, Redskins.com reports the Washington Redskins have agreed to terms with rookie QB Jason Campbell on an undisclosed contract. The contract will be official on Tuesday morning, August 2. Campbell is expected to be at Redskins Park and on the field for the team's second day of training camp practices.

Jaguars | More about M. Jones Deal
Mon, 1 Aug 2005 22:35:06 -0700

Vito Stellino, of the Florida Times-Union, reports Jacksonville Jaguars rookie WR Matt Jones, the team's first-round draft pick, has agreed in principle to a five-year deal that with escalators, can be valued around $11 million. He'll make $6.3 million the first year of the contact. Jones is expected to sign the contract Tuesday morning, August 2, after him and one of his agents, Dave Butz, review the contract.

royr17 · 08-02-2005, 04:56 AM

And Mike Williams of the Detroit Lions has signed too.

KChiefs1 · 08-02-2005, 06:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by alanm

Pac Man Bank on it.

That'd be my guess now.

Herzig · 08-02-2005, 07:48 AM

8 Cardinals Antrel Rolle DB Miami (FL) Unsigned
9 Redskins Carlos Rogers DB Auburn Unsigned

Two guys everyone here was wanting...Would you want theses guys now instead of DJ? I was one of them before the Surtain trade happened. Then, I wanted Thomas Jones or Derrick Johnson. Getting Surtain worked out great, as I would rather have him over many people including Ty Law. I think DJ is already the steal of the draft.

mnchiefsguy · 08-02-2005, 08:38 AM

Here is some news from the great cold north...the Vikes have signed the #7 pick Troy Williamson.

From vikings.com:

The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms with 1st-round pick (7th overall selection) WR Troy Williamson. Terms of the deal were not disclosed.

Williamson is the highest-drafted WR in franchise history. He becomes the sixth of the Vikings' seven draft picks from the 2005 NFL Draft to come to terms with the team.

"I wanted to to thank the Minnesota Vikings coaches, staff, and teammates for their patience during my contract negotiations," Williamson said. "I specifically wanted to point out Rob Brzezinski, Dave Blando, the Wilf family, and my agent for resolving my contract as quickly as possible. I am extremely excited about joining my teammates in Mankato and working hard to help bring the Super Bowl trophy to Minnesota."

http://vikings.com/news_detail_OBJEC...Quote8105.html

**Lzen** · 08-02-2005, 08:47 AM

I guessed that Rolle would be the last to sign. But that may not happen now that the guy slotted before him (Williamson) has signed.

Mr. Laz · 08-02-2005, 06:26 PM

Report: Redskins agree to deal with CB Rogers
Len Pasquarelli of ESPN reports cornerback Carlos Rogers, the ninth overall pick in the 2005 NFL draft has agreed to a 5 year contract with the Redskins.

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Rogers deal is worth $17.45 million, which includes $11.23 million in bonuses.

In his senior year at Auburn he had 47 tackles, 2 interceptions and broke up 8 passes. He was also a four year starter.

Rogers will be limited as he is suffering from an ankle sprain and bone bruise

**HemiEd** · 08-02-2005, 10:22 PM

The guy I picked to be last is still un-signed.

4 Bears Cedric Benson RB Texas

Logical · 08-02-2005, 10:41 PM

Jaguars Matt Jones QB Arkansas 5 years, ~$11 million

If this is right he busted the slotting system and he is planned to play at WR instead of QB, sort of weird.

nascher · 08-04-2005, 06:10 AM

Spencer C Seattle is signed too.

08-01-2005, 05:42 PM	#122
Mr. Laz Don't Tease Me Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: KS Casino cash: $11047037	Rodgers is in: No. 1 pick signs Training Camp 2005 By Dylan B. Tomlinson PackersNews.com The Green Bay Packers have signed quarterback Aaron Rodgers, their first-round draft pick, General Manager Ted Thompson announced Saturday night. After signing the contract Saturday night, Rodgers immediately headed to St. Norbert College in De Pere to join the rest of the Packers. He will practice for the first time this morning. Before Rodgers had signed, Packers coach Mike Sherman said he wasn’t overly concerned about the four days of practice that Rodgers had missed. “Everything we’ve done so far he did in the minicamps,” Sherman said. “The opportunity to go back and do it again, he’s missed that, but he’s a bright kid. When he gets here, we’ll get him working around the clock and we’ll get him ready to go.” Rodgers is the last of the Packers’ 11 draft picks to sign. While terms of Rodgers’ contract are unknown, it is expected to be similar to the five-year deal that Buffalo quarterback J.P. Losman signed last year. Losman’s deal, with incentives and escalator clauses, could be worth as much as $24.58 million. Since Rodgers isn’t expected to start until Brett Favre retires, negotiations with Rodgers’ agent, Mike Sullivan, were especially difficult. The contract is expected to include an escalator clause that will trigger when and if Rodgers becomes the starter. “Obviously, this is a very difficult contract,” Sherman said. “This is a contract that is (geared) toward the future.” When he reports to camp today, Rodgers will have to share reps with Favre as well as backups Craig Nall and J.T. O’Sullivan. Favre has been participating in only one practice per day, so that may increase Rodgers’ chance to get plenty of reps. The Packers took Rodgers with the No. 24 pick in April’s draft. At one point, he was expected to be taken with the No. 1 overall pick but unexpectedly fell to the Packers toward the end of the first round. Dylan B. Tomlinson writes for The Post-Crescent of Appleton. __________________
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08-01-2005, 09:02 PM	#123
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08-02-2005, 12:44 AM	#126
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08-02-2005, 04:56 AM	#127
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Herzig Wooooooo Pig Soooooiiiie!!! Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Northwest Arkansas Casino cash: $9984900	8 Cardinals Antrel Rolle DB Miami (FL) Unsigned 9 Redskins Carlos Rogers DB Auburn Unsigned Two guys everyone here was wanting...Would you want theses guys now instead of DJ? I was one of them before the Surtain trade happened. Then, I wanted Thomas Jones or Derrick Johnson. Getting Surtain worked out great, as I would rather have him over many people including Ty Law. I think DJ is already the steal of the draft. __________________
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08-02-2005, 08:38 AM	#130
mnchiefsguy MVP Join Date: Dec 2003 Casino cash: $1206206	Here is some news from the great cold north...the Vikes have signed the #7 pick Troy Williamson. From vikings.com: The Minnesota Vikings have agreed to terms with 1st-round pick (7th overall selection) WR Troy Williamson. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. Williamson is the highest-drafted WR in franchise history. He becomes the sixth of the Vikings' seven draft picks from the 2005 NFL Draft to come to terms with the team. "I wanted to to thank the Minnesota Vikings coaches, staff, and teammates for their patience during my contract negotiations," Williamson said. "I specifically wanted to point out Rob Brzezinski, Dave Blando, the Wilf family, and my agent for resolving my contract as quickly as possible. I am extremely excited about joining my teammates in Mankato and working hard to help bring the Super Bowl trophy to Minnesota." http://vikings.com/news_detail_OBJEC...Quote8105.html
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08-02-2005, 08:47 AM	#131
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08-02-2005, 06:26 PM	#132
Mr. Laz Don't Tease Me Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: KS Casino cash: $11047037	Report: Redskins agree to deal with CB Rogers Len Pasquarelli of ESPN reports cornerback Carlos Rogers, the ninth overall pick in the 2005 NFL draft has agreed to a 5 year contract with the Redskins. Advertisment Rogers deal is worth $17.45 million, which includes $11.23 million in bonuses. In his senior year at Auburn he had 47 tackles, 2 interceptions and broke up 8 passes. He was also a four year starter. Rogers will be limited as he is suffering from an ankle sprain and bone bruise __________________
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08-02-2005, 10:22 PM	#133
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08-02-2005, 10:41 PM	#134
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08-04-2005, 06:10 AM	#135
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