NaVorro Bowman Released
 

Released.

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Let's give them Cairo!

And now he's released.

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Well that was quick.

I wouldn't be surprised if the Panthers gave him a run.

Surprised they didn't at least wait to see if they could get something for him?

If we didn't have Ragland, I'd think about it. No point really now, though.

Yeah I agree if Chiefs didn’t have him I’m sure they would offer something.

I think they were getting offers that they didn't like, or the other GM's were like "Nah, we'll talk to him if you decide to release him."

Why?

Is Bowman still playing at a All Pro level?

Id make an offer. Our run D leaves a lot to be desired.

Yes, that's why they released him

Sentiment, I guess, but I would love to see Bowman added to the KC roster. I don't even know what precipitated this; I haven't really followed SF ball lately.

If he's healthy, and his ego isn't asking for top dollar on a 2 yr deal? Do it. (unless his skills have diminished that rapidly? but it didn't seem to be the case, as others are unhappy when skimming their forums)

ROFL

Do we really trust that DJ will stay healthy and that Ragland will hold up? I mean, we're all in right? And if for no other reason than to keep him off a roster like NE/Pit/Den?

He's done

Pass

He was leading the team with 38 tackles. He's still playing at least competently.

I remember a replay weeks ago this year of him clicking and closing, and the announcers were gushing over his ability to still do so, after coming back from injury. If he can stay healthy, whatever team that adds him will likely get a very good ILB... with a huge chip on his shoulder to kick ass.

You never know, he could sign up considering we seem to be a strong SB contender. Get him on a cheap rest of the year deal, he get's a ring and gets paid by someone else.

— Oscar Aparicio (@BetterRivals) October 13, 2017

Bring him in. Great player, great leader. Perfect in the 3-4.


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Yep, it would hard to replace Ragland's production. 1 tackle. :)

sign his ass. Him and DJ would be a mean duo

Yeah, but they weren't keeping him anyway.

Raiders will sign him

LMAO

Would he give us the option of keeping Zombo off the field?

sign him cral

Doesn't he have to pass the waiver wire first?

Zomba ain't exactly playing like a pro bowler.

For the fences...

That's only for young players with 3? or less years vested... I think.

ROFL

No.

even if true.. most good people would rather the company of a dummy than an intolerant asshole.

Just sayin'...

Wow. 38 tackles for an 0-5 team with the 28th ranked defense.

Is there anything more pointless than leading a terrible defense in tackles?

LMAO other than the fact it shows he does his ****ing job it doesn't mean a damn thing.

The way players are dropping all over the league, it wouldn't be a terrible idea. He was an all-pro two years ago. It might not be a bad time to go "all in"...

I think the Packers/Raiders go after him...

A 1-year deal then can go whever he wants at the end of the season. He gets to win and go to he playoffs and gives us injury protection and more leadership. I wonder if he would be willing.

I bet he is better than Ragland for the rest of THIS season.

I haven't watched him in like....forever, so i can't speak on his game. If the Chiefs think he's a fit then bring it on. I'd certainly support it (and then call for his cut if he looks like shit)

I'd bring him in in a heartbeat. Dude can still play at a high level and will give us more than the other scrub ILBs on the team.

:facepalm:

Ragland, Eligwe and KPL aren't "scrubs".

JFC.

No, but they are inexperienced. Bowman would be KC's 2nd (at least) best LB. If there was a season to to play for "now"...this is it. Chiefs look to be on their way to HFA...

Agreed. But calling those guys "scrubs" is ****ing stupid.

Just like that poster.

How does it show that?

I know I know. I still hear idiots that think Mike Mazlowski was good because he led the 32nd ranked defense in tackles and gave hundreds and hundreds of yards up to any tight end, halfback, and even full back he could not cover. That was in 2002, when he broke the team record for total tackles in a season. I guess he did his job eh?

Bowman was an elite player unlike Maz, and I don't know how he's doing. I just know that 'he's getting sum tacklez!" isn't impressive.

Can anyone tell me why Bowman was cut from a terrible defense? I really don't know.

Three days ago Shanahan was insisting he was still the starter.

I get the impression that he was put on the block, took it personally, and refused to practice or suit up for the team.

Maybe he loves his country. That would make him a poor fit for San Francisco.

Because he asked for it. They had a trade lined up but it didn't work out for Bowman, whatever that means.

https://mobile.twitter.com/CamInman/...36260529471488

I was about to say that. God damn people are dumb!

Not part of the future of an 0-5 team. Not trying to suggest if he still has anything since I'm not exactly watching that team.

So great.

The report is that Reuban Foster is the guy and Bowman requested to be released.

49ers run defense is actually good -- 8th overall -- and would be lower if their passing defense didn't allow so many sustained drives and had they not sucked on containment against Marlon Mack and the Colts. Bowman anchors the run defense, but the containment issues were not his fault. It was Caradine going out with an injury, and Armistead failing to set the edge.

The criticisms I've heard about Bowman is that his pass defense is not where they want it to be....which I think is perhaps fair and unfair. Their pass defense needs work, and is a bit weak with Reid out and fairly young, okay corners. Teams that need run defense help would be helped by Bowman.

Yeah, I don't watch the 49ers. I don't know how he's playing or what he has left or where he compares to our young players. I'm sure he'll help someone.

Bowman would be an instant upgrade over Ragland, but the team isn't in a position to spend money on a rental at ILB.

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Bring him in for a book?

Wow increbidle post . Thank u

He's coming fresh off an Achilles year. Anyone remember how rusty DJ looked the first half season when he came back?


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All dem nigras genuflecting is makin mi penis smaller.

Rofl

I spit out my whisky

Patriots to replace whoever died on their defense

I'm very afraid of this. Or Oakland.


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You have a penis? Wow, who knew?

KPL has looked very good so far. In fact, I think he's our best LB at this moment.

Guy has the same athleticism and strength as DJ used to and he's a solid tackler. I would not be surprised if he's our future at ILB.

Love your optimism, but sloooooow your roll...

He is no where close to being done. I watch the niners every week, he was getting fewer snaps last week but he's looked good this year.

Unless he takes over JDR's job...it wont matter.

This. If the Chiefs can grab him, it would be a fantastic add. I'm shocked the niners let him go. He's a fan favorite and they don't have many of those.

NE is salivating

They could, depending on his asking price.

Could be he refused to kneel.

Armstrong is ready to take the Will spot and they want their first round rookie MLB Foster to get playing time. Bowman is on the last year of his contract and their season is already over. They tried to get value out of trading Bowman, but he didn't want to play for the only team looking to trade, so Lynch did the stand up thing and released him.

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It’s crazy that we are so stacked at even positions like ILB that KC should pass. On Bowman based strictly on talent and development.

He can't run anymore.

It's over he's done

NFL Network's Ian Rapoport reports free agent ILB Navorro Bowman is expected to sign with a new team "no later than Monday."

It is not a surprise considering the 49ers said several teams were interested in a trade before they decided to release the linebacker on Friday. The Raiders and Patriots are two contenders who could use some help at linebacker.
Source: Ian Rapoport on Twitter Oct 14 - 11:17 AM

A 1-year rental is what we do have money to spend on. We have a little under 5 million to spend this year. We should be all over this if Bowman is willing to sign a 1-year deal and then hit free agency next year.

You mean right now? Or two years ago?

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The Chiefs have $3.5 million in cap space and I seriously doubt they blow it on one player.