Football Eagles release WR Jason Avant, per league source. PFT - Page 7

Mr_Tomahawk · 03-04-2014, 10:08 AM

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ForeverChiefs58 · 03-05-2014, 02:27 PM

DeSean Jackson could be on the outs in Philly

After the 2013 season ended, Eagles receiver DeSean Jackson said he wants a new contract. And he may get one.

Just not in the way he envisioned.

With Jackson due to make $10.5 million in 2014 and the Eagles re-signing Riley Cooper and Jeremy Maclin at much lower rates, the Eagles could be ready to move on from Jackson. Geoff Mosher of CSNPhilly.com explained the various factors during a Wednesday appearance on PFT Live, which include: (1) coach Chip Kelly’s aversion to small receivers; (2) Kelly’s aversion to me-first players; and (3) Jackson’s periodic unusual behavior, such as the recent theft of guns, jewelry, and $250,000 in cash from his home.

While a trade would be the first option, who would give up $10.5 million in 2014 for Jackson? Unless he’s willing to restructure his contract (and he possibly would be so inclined only if he were getting a raise), the Eagles could have a hard time finding a partner.

Which means that the only way to part ways with Jackson would be to cut him.

Dumping him with a post-June 1 designation would result in a cap hit of only $2 million in 2014 and $4 million in 2015. It also would create $10.5 million that could be spent in 2014 or later on other players, like perhaps quarterback Nick Foles, who’ll be eligible for a new deal after the coming season.

Mosher said during PFT Live that Jackson could be “one false step away” from being cut. With tight end Zach Ertz expected to play the slot and Cooper and Maclin under contract, it could be an easy move for the team to make — especially with a buyer’s market in free agency and a deep draft at the receiver position.

**Easy 6** · 03-05-2014, 03:07 PM

GIMME GIMME GIMME

I love the opportunity for redundancy/failsafes we have for the skill positions this year... if Kelce breaks down we need a solid rook just in case, if the rook WR takes forever to learn the ropes we have a proven vet in Jackson.

mcaj22 · 03-05-2014, 05:39 PM

honest question, the guy is already making like 10-12 million per year and he wants a NEW contract? so like even more money than that? How is that even realistic? (hint: it's not)

Mecca · 03-05-2014, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by mcaj22

honest question, the guy is already making like 10-12 million per year and he wants a NEW contract? so like even more money than that? How is that even realistic? (hint: it's not)

That's simply called wanting to cash in on a big signing bonus while making a nice chunk during the season. You could pay him less than 10 million for this coming season if you gave him a big ass signing bonus and he'd be happy.

Simply Red · 03-05-2014, 06:03 PM

I still like Avery - I don't care.

mcaj22 · 03-05-2014, 06:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Mecca

That's simply called wanting to cash in on a big signing bonus while making a nice chunk during the season. You could pay him less than 10 million for this coming season if you gave him a big ass signing bonus and he'd be happy.

so it basically comes down to what NFL owner likes cutting the biggest bonuses? Wonder if there is a chart/trend that follows who cuts the biggest bonus checks in the NFL, regardless of salary cap/how good or bad the team is.

CoMoChief · 03-05-2014, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Simply Red

I still like Avery - I don't care.

Any reason why? He can't catch the damn ball.

Simply Red · 03-05-2014, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by CoMoChief

Any reason why? He can't catch the damn ball.

I have a feeling - IDK - he came on a bit better toward the end of the season - maybe I just WANT to believe. We will see. I bet he puts up a nice season this next yr, provided he's w/ KC.

salame · 03-05-2014, 07:22 PM

I'd take Avant

**J Diddy** · 03-05-2014, 07:38 PM

Avant?

Isn't that the thing Rainman had? (not the poster but the character Dustin Hoffman played)

**Ragged Robin** · 03-05-2014, 08:18 PM

No thanks. Dude is 30 and has never, at any point in his career, be better than a #3 forced to play as a #2. He's just a guy. We have way too many of "just a guy" types in our receiving corps already..

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Originally Posted by CoMoChief

Any reason why? He can't catch the damn ball.

But sometimes he does! And when that happens, it's usually awesome

. Can't deny that 4.27 speed.

thabear04 · 03-10-2014, 08:35 PM

When the Philadelphia Eagles let go of veteran wide receiver Jason Avant last week, some thought it was a no-brainer that the Kansas City Chiefs would come calling and a reunion with Andy Reid might be in the cards. Well, those people may have been absolutely correct.

Back in 2006, Reid drafted Avant to the Philadelphia Eagles after a standout career with the Michigan Wolverines. During his seven years with Reid and the Eagles, he was one of the more reliable targets for the current Chiefs coach and prospered in the offense.

Avant would be a perfect addition to an already potent Chiefs offense like we saw last year. He could line up both in the slot and on the outside, although in the seven years together, Reid was more comfortable with Avant running routes from the inside.

Whether or not the Chiefs will pull the trigger on the move remains to be seen, but it wouldn’t be the worst acquisition in the world, that’s for sure.

booger · 03-10-2014, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by saphojunkie

I miss Frankie Hammond Jr.

he was resigned to a futures contract for '14. He should get another shot

**Rausch** · 03-10-2014, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by CoMoChief

Any reason why? He can't catch the damn ball.

He provided most of our big plays in the passing game last year...

htismaqe · 03-10-2014, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by thabear04

Avant would be a perfect addition to an already potent Chiefs offense like we saw last year. He could line up both in the slot and on the outside, although in the seven years together, Reid was more comfortable with Avant running routes from the inside.

What crackhead at the Star wrote this?

03-04-2014, 10:08 AM
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03-05-2014, 02:27 PM	#91
ForeverChiefs58 MVP Join Date: Mar 2009 Casino cash: $2915326	DeSean Jackson could be on the outs in Philly After the 2013 season ended, Eagles receiver DeSean Jackson said he wants a new contract. And he may get one. Just not in the way he envisioned. With Jackson due to make $10.5 million in 2014 and the Eagles re-signing Riley Cooper and Jeremy Maclin at much lower rates, the Eagles could be ready to move on from Jackson. Geoff Mosher of CSNPhilly.com explained the various factors during a Wednesday appearance on PFT Live, which include: (1) coach Chip Kelly’s aversion to small receivers; (2) Kelly’s aversion to me-first players; and (3) Jackson’s periodic unusual behavior, such as the recent theft of guns, jewelry, and $250,000 in cash from his home. While a trade would be the first option, who would give up $10.5 million in 2014 for Jackson? Unless he’s willing to restructure his contract (and he possibly would be so inclined only if he were getting a raise), the Eagles could have a hard time finding a partner. Which means that the only way to part ways with Jackson would be to cut him. Dumping him with a post-June 1 designation would result in a cap hit of only $2 million in 2014 and $4 million in 2015. It also would create $10.5 million that could be spent in 2014 or later on other players, like perhaps quarterback Nick Foles, who’ll be eligible for a new deal after the coming season. Mosher said during PFT Live that Jackson could be “one false step away” from being cut. With tight end Zach Ertz expected to play the slot and Cooper and Maclin under contract, it could be an easy move for the team to make — especially with a buyer’s market in free agency and a deep draft at the receiver position.
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Easy 6 pie is never free Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: the drivers seat Casino cash: $3717775	GIMME GIMME GIMME I love the opportunity for redundancy/failsafes we have for the skill positions this year... if Kelce breaks down we need a solid rook just in case, if the rook WR takes forever to learn the ropes we have a proven vet in Jackson.
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03-10-2014, 08:35 PM	#102
thabear04 MTFU Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: The Valley Heat Casino cash: $5680450	When the Philadelphia Eagles let go of veteran wide receiver Jason Avant last week, some thought it was a no-brainer that the Kansas City Chiefs would come calling and a reunion with Andy Reid might be in the cards. Well, those people may have been absolutely correct. Back in 2006, Reid drafted Avant to the Philadelphia Eagles after a standout career with the Michigan Wolverines. During his seven years with Reid and the Eagles, he was one of the more reliable targets for the current Chiefs coach and prospered in the offense. Avant would be a perfect addition to an already potent Chiefs offense like we saw last year. He could line up both in the slot and on the outside, although in the seven years together, Reid was more comfortable with Avant running routes from the inside. Whether or not the Chiefs will pull the trigger on the move remains to be seen, but it wouldn’t be the worst acquisition in the world, that’s for sure.
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