Seahags looking at boulware

Mr. Laz · 05-13-2005, 10:03 AM

Friday, May 13, 2005 - Page updated at 12:00 a.m.

Team eyeing ex-Raven Boulware

By José Miguel Romero

Seattle Times staff reporter

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The Seahawks are still looking to shore up their pass rush, and Peter Boulware is on their radar.

Boulware, older brother of Seahawks safety Michael Boulware, is on the market after being released by the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday, and the Seahawks are believed to be one of several teams interested.

Peter Boulware, 30, is expected to visit team headquarters in Kirkland. The four-time Pro Bowler and former first-round draft choice is an eight-year veteran and Baltimore's all-time sacks leader, with 67 ½. But he didn't play last season because of a knee injury suffered late in 2003 and a toe injury suffered midway through last season during practice the week in which he was to make his return.

Before the injuries, Boulware had played in 111 straight regular-season games. Though he took and passed a physical in Baltimore on Wednesday and proclaimed his knee and toe to be fully healed — according to the Baltimore Sun — Boulware would have to take a physical as part of his visit with the Seahawks.

An outside linebacker in the Ravens' 3-4 defense, the 6-foot-4, 255-pound Boulware could be a defensive end for the Seahawks. Seattle added Bryce Fisher at defensive end in free agency and drafted similarly sized Jeb Huckeba in the fifth round, both to help the pass rush. But Boulware would bring his Pro Bowl credentials and proven sack ability from a quality defense if signed.

The Seahawks would have to create room under their salary cap to sign Boulware, who was released because he was due a high salary next season. That would likely involve releasing current players, because Boulware would probably command at least $2 million for a one-year contract.

The Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns are also interested in Boulware.

Note

• The Chicago Bears met with former Seahawks LB Anthony Simmons on Wednesday, but did not sign him. Simmons was released by Seattle in March.

Mr. Laz · 05-13-2005, 10:05 AM

Browns have interest in Boulware

Thursday, May 12, 2005
Mary Kay Cabot
Plain Dealer Reporter

The Browns are interested in acquiring four-time Pro Bowl linebacker Peter Boulware, an NFL source said Wednesday night.

But first, they must determine if Boulware is healthy and how much he wants to be paid, the source said. The Browns made some initial inquiries Wednesday night and will check into Boulware again today. If healthy, Boulware could be the pass-rush specialist the Browns sorely need.

The Ravens Wednesday released Boulware, who missed all of last season with injuries and hasn't played since a game in Cleveland at the end of 2003.

Browns General Manager Phil Savage was available during a news conference regarding Kellen Winslow Jr. Wednesday afternoon, but could not be reached after Boulware was released.

Savage was director of college scouting when the Ravens made Boulware the fourth overall pick of the 1997 draft. Savage counts Boulware among his many draft successes when he was with the Ravens and the two won a Super Bowl together in 2000.

Boulware told the Baltimore Sun he would be talking to the Bengals, who are coached by his former defensive coordinator Marvin Lewis. Boulware said he didn't know yet which other teams would be interested. Boulware's agent, Roosevelt Barnes, did not return a phone message.

Boulware, the Ravens' all-time sack leader with 67½, told reporters last week he's 100 percent healthy from his knee injury and subsequent turf toe surgery he had in December. He passed his physical in Baltimore Wednesday and was then cut, largely because of his high salary.

Boulware was set to make $6 million a year through the 2008 season. The Ravens tried and failed to restructure the deal with Barnes.

"We're at the point right now where we really felt that Peter could be, as he has been, an impact pass-rusher for us," Ravens coach Brian Billick said in a statement Wednesday. "He would like to see if there is more of an expanded role with someone else. He's earned that right, particularly [since] we were at a situation where the contract had to be restructured. We hate to see it happen, but that's the name of the game these days."

To reach this Plain Dealer reporter:

[email protected], 216-999-6136

Eleazar · 05-13-2005, 10:07 AM

Seattle sure has a revolving door on that defense in recent years.

KChiefs1 · 05-13-2005, 10:08 AM

http://www.bengals.com/press/news.as...0&news_id=2912

Boulware: Bengals interested?
Except for Webster, Boulware is a bigger question mark than any on the list. He played in every game for seven years for the Ravens, but Baltimore cut him earlier this week after he missed the last game of the 2003 season and all of last year with knee and toe problems. And Lewis admits there are many obstacles to jump in order for him to become a Bengal.

But Boulware has done in Hall of Fame fashion what the Bengals want to do with No. 1 pick David Pollack. After moving from college defensive end to NFL outside linebacker under Lewis in Baltimore in the late ‘90s, Boulware has rung up the 67.5 sacks of a pure pass rusher. And that does intrigue Lewis, but the money may be prohibitive because the Bengals have just about enough left under their salary cap to sign their draft picks and Braham. Figure about $5 million when you include a reserve for injured players.

“Any player I’ve coached would interest me because, No. 1, I love him to death,” Lewis said. “Second, this guy is a tremendous athlete, a tremendous player. Basically, we drafted David Pollack to fit that spot and do what Peter did for us in Baltimore. But there is still room for a Peter Boulware.”

Lewis says he could find plenty of snaps for Boulware to be a factor, but the Bengals have to decide if those specialty plays on passing downs would be commensurate with the salary he would command.

“We would have to cross a lot of bridges both physically and obviously financially,” Lewis said. “We’re not going to bridge those waters until we would feel very good about making the deal. Because I don’t want people to be disappointed if we choose to go in a different direction or he does.”

It sounds like the Bengals are going to see where the bidding goes, and it just might not flat out fit under their cap right away. Lewis said he won’t schedule a visit unless things are already pretty much in place.

“We’re not going to go that far until it’s something we’re committed to doing and he’s committed to being here,” Lewis said.

Lewis is more confident about the 34-year-old Braham coming back into the fold for his 12th season in what is expected to be a one-year deal.

“Richie has done a tremendous job for our football team,” Lewis said. “With him here, he’ll continue to be the great leader that he is with the toughness he brings.”

Lbedrock1 · 05-13-2005, 10:09 AM

They are not in our division anymore u can call them seahawks.

Mr. Laz · 05-13-2005, 10:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by KChiefs1

http://www.bengals.com/press/news.as...0&news_id=2912

sounds like boulware is drawing some real interest

KChiefs1 · 05-13-2005, 10:10 AM

I'm thinking A LOT of teams are going to be looking at him.

05-13-2005, 10:03 AM
Mr. Laz Don't Tease Me Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: KS Casino cash: $11047037	Seahags looking at boulware Friday, May 13, 2005 - Page updated at 12:00 a.m. Team eyeing ex-Raven Boulware By José Miguel Romero Seattle Times staff reporter E-mail article Print view Search Most e-mailed Most read RSS The Seahawks are still looking to shore up their pass rush, and Peter Boulware is on their radar. Boulware, older brother of Seahawks safety Michael Boulware, is on the market after being released by the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday, and the Seahawks are believed to be one of several teams interested. Peter Boulware, 30, is expected to visit team headquarters in Kirkland. The four-time Pro Bowler and former first-round draft choice is an eight-year veteran and Baltimore's all-time sacks leader, with 67 ½. But he didn't play last season because of a knee injury suffered late in 2003 and a toe injury suffered midway through last season during practice the week in which he was to make his return. Before the injuries, Boulware had played in 111 straight regular-season games. Though he took and passed a physical in Baltimore on Wednesday and proclaimed his knee and toe to be fully healed — according to the Baltimore Sun — Boulware would have to take a physical as part of his visit with the Seahawks. An outside linebacker in the Ravens' 3-4 defense, the 6-foot-4, 255-pound Boulware could be a defensive end for the Seahawks. Seattle added Bryce Fisher at defensive end in free agency and drafted similarly sized Jeb Huckeba in the fifth round, both to help the pass rush. But Boulware would bring his Pro Bowl credentials and proven sack ability from a quality defense if signed. The Seahawks would have to create room under their salary cap to sign Boulware, who was released because he was due a high salary next season. That would likely involve releasing current players, because Boulware would probably command at least $2 million for a one-year contract. The Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns are also interested in Boulware. Note • The Chicago Bears met with former Seahawks LB Anthony Simmons on Wednesday, but did not sign him. Simmons was released by Seattle in March.
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Mr. Laz Don't Tease Me Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: KS Casino cash: $11047037	Browns have interest in Boulware Thursday, May 12, 2005 Mary Kay Cabot Plain Dealer Reporter The Browns are interested in acquiring four-time Pro Bowl linebacker Peter Boulware, an NFL source said Wednesday night. But first, they must determine if Boulware is healthy and how much he wants to be paid, the source said. The Browns made some initial inquiries Wednesday night and will check into Boulware again today. If healthy, Boulware could be the pass-rush specialist the Browns sorely need. The Ravens Wednesday released Boulware, who missed all of last season with injuries and hasn't played since a game in Cleveland at the end of 2003. Browns General Manager Phil Savage was available during a news conference regarding Kellen Winslow Jr. Wednesday afternoon, but could not be reached after Boulware was released. Savage was director of college scouting when the Ravens made Boulware the fourth overall pick of the 1997 draft. Savage counts Boulware among his many draft successes when he was with the Ravens and the two won a Super Bowl together in 2000. Boulware told the Baltimore Sun he would be talking to the Bengals, who are coached by his former defensive coordinator Marvin Lewis. Boulware said he didn't know yet which other teams would be interested. Boulware's agent, Roosevelt Barnes, did not return a phone message. Boulware, the Ravens' all-time sack leader with 67½, told reporters last week he's 100 percent healthy from his knee injury and subsequent turf toe surgery he had in December. He passed his physical in Baltimore Wednesday and was then cut, largely because of his high salary. Boulware was set to make $6 million a year through the 2008 season. The Ravens tried and failed to restructure the deal with Barnes. "We're at the point right now where we really felt that Peter could be, as he has been, an impact pass-rusher for us," Ravens coach Brian Billick said in a statement Wednesday. "He would like to see if there is more of an expanded role with someone else. He's earned that right, particularly [since] we were at a situation where the contract had to be restructured. We hate to see it happen, but that's the name of the game these days." To reach this Plain Dealer reporter: [email protected], 216-999-6136 __________________
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KChiefs1 I’m a Mahomo! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Mid-Missouri Casino cash: $6771021	http://www.bengals.com/press/news.as...0&news_id=2912 Boulware: Bengals interested? Except for Webster, Boulware is a bigger question mark than any on the list. He played in every game for seven years for the Ravens, but Baltimore cut him earlier this week after he missed the last game of the 2003 season and all of last year with knee and toe problems. And Lewis admits there are many obstacles to jump in order for him to become a Bengal. But Boulware has done in Hall of Fame fashion what the Bengals want to do with No. 1 pick David Pollack. After moving from college defensive end to NFL outside linebacker under Lewis in Baltimore in the late ‘90s, Boulware has rung up the 67.5 sacks of a pure pass rusher. And that does intrigue Lewis, but the money may be prohibitive because the Bengals have just about enough left under their salary cap to sign their draft picks and Braham. Figure about $5 million when you include a reserve for injured players. “Any player I’ve coached would interest me because, No. 1, I love him to death,” Lewis said. “Second, this guy is a tremendous athlete, a tremendous player. Basically, we drafted David Pollack to fit that spot and do what Peter did for us in Baltimore. But there is still room for a Peter Boulware.” Lewis says he could find plenty of snaps for Boulware to be a factor, but the Bengals have to decide if those specialty plays on passing downs would be commensurate with the salary he would command. “We would have to cross a lot of bridges both physically and obviously financially,” Lewis said. “We’re not going to bridge those waters until we would feel very good about making the deal. Because I don’t want people to be disappointed if we choose to go in a different direction or he does.” It sounds like the Bengals are going to see where the bidding goes, and it just might not flat out fit under their cap right away. Lewis said he won’t schedule a visit unless things are already pretty much in place. “We’re not going to go that far until it’s something we’re committed to doing and he’s committed to being here,” Lewis said. Lewis is more confident about the 34-year-old Braham coming back into the fold for his 12th season in what is expected to be a one-year deal. “Richie has done a tremendous job for our football team,” Lewis said. “With him here, he’ll continue to be the great leader that he is with the toughness he brings.” __________________
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