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**chiefforlife** · 03-07-2010, 06:25 PM

Fargas will visit the Chiefs
Posted by Mike Florio on March 7, 2010 7:17 PM ET
Running back Justin Fargas, who was cut by the Raiders for supposedly failing a physical but who claims he didn't, could be getting a chance to take another physical soon.

David White of the San Francisco Chronicle reports that Fargas will be visiting the Chiefs.

"I was told by [Raiders coach Tom Cable] that they were moving in a different direction," Fargas told White. "They said it was strictly about money. . . . I know some things were put out there, I guess they said I didn't ass [unfortunate typo not narrowly averted] a physical. I'm a little disappointed by the way it happened but I understand it's a business."

He told White that he won't be retiring, and while he says he won't return to the Raiders his agent has been in touch with the 49ers.

And if Fargas is willing to move north, his former college coach could be interested, too.

As to the notion that it was "strictly about money," Fargas was due to earn a base salary of only $755,000 in 2010. That said, there's a chance that he had a roster bonus due.

Per NFLPA records, Fargas was under contract with the Raiders through 2014, with a base salary maxing out at $1.775 million in the final year.

Micjones · 03-07-2010, 08:28 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

Yeah, it would suck to have signed a WR that is three years younger and has actually produced on a consistent basis.

It wouldn't have sucked, but are you convinced he's a better option than Chambers?

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I can't believe anyone thinks a 31 year old WR that hasn't produced in over 5 years is the answer.

But hey, to each their own.

Seems to me that he produced quite well here just last year.

**OnTheWarpath15** · 03-07-2010, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Micjones

We'll forget that Chambers had better numbers than Walter...just last year.

What about the 5 years before that?

Please, quit acting like Chambers is a good WR.

Unless you think that 30 catches and 550 yards is acceptable from your WR2.

(Because that's what he's averaged the past 5 years)

Sweet Daddy Hate · 03-07-2010, 08:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Micjones

Seems to me like we have two FA visits set up.

Let's cut to the chase though.
Who should we have gone after?

Visits apparently don't mean shit with this crew, but since Sproles is off the table I'd pursue Jones over Fargas instead of having a rusty nail shoved up my Peeholi since you asked.

I'd draft the best KR/PR/RB/Slot I could find past round 1.

**OnTheWarpath15** · 03-07-2010, 08:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Micjones

It wouldn't have sucked, but are you convinced he's a better option than Chambers?

Seems to me that he produced quite well here just last year.

Hey, he broke 700 yards for the first time in half a decade.

Party time.

chiefzilla1501 · 03-07-2010, 08:31 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

What about the 5 years before that?

Please, quit acting like Chambers is a good WR.

Unless you think that 30 catches and 550 yards is acceptable from your WR2.

(Because that's what he's averaged the past 5 years)

Chambers played the position very well last year. I don't know if that was just playing for a contract or what. But it's hard to deny that his play last year was the best the Chiefs have seen at receiver in a very long time. Not that that's saying much.

Titty Meat · 03-07-2010, 08:31 PM

This fan base has a hard time letting go.

Micjones · 03-07-2010, 08:32 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

What about the 5 years before that?

Not sure how they're more relevant than last year...

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Please, quit acting like Chambers is a good WR.

Sure thing...when you stop pretending that Kevin Walter's any better.

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Unless you think that 30 catches and 550 yards is acceptable from your WR2.

(Because that's what he's averaged the past 5 years)

Last year in 9 games... 600+ yards and 4 TD's.
Project those numbers out over a full year...and...I'll take it.

**Bowser** · 03-07-2010, 08:33 PM

Fargas and Jones both would be huge upgrades over Kolby Smith and Jackie Battle. I'd be happy with either.[/durrrr]

Titty Meat · 03-07-2010, 08:33 PM

He's 32 years old.

Micjones · 03-07-2010, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by OnTheWarpath58

Hey, he broke 700 yards for the first time in half a decade.

Party time.

I'm not sure how that diminishes what he did for this team last year.

chiefzilla1501 · 03-07-2010, 08:34 PM

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Originally Posted by billay

He's 32 years old.

I doubt anybody's looking at this as anything more than a 2-year stopgap.

Micjones · 03-07-2010, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by billay

He's 32 years old.

Yes he is...
That's why you draft Golden Tate/Arrelious Benn/Mardy Gilyard in about 7 weeks.

Titty Meat · 03-07-2010, 08:35 PM

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Originally Posted by chiefzilla1501

I doubt anybody's looking at this as anything more than a 2-year stopgap.

When we could sign a guy for the same price who will produce for another 5 years?

**Bowser** · 03-07-2010, 08:36 PM

Hey, I'm all for re-signing Chambers, but I'm under no illusions that he will put us over the top. And as far as Walter goes, TBG nailed it - how good is this guy on a team where he's not playing opposite Andre Johnson?

Micjones · 03-07-2010, 08:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by billay

When we could sign a guy for the same price who will produce for another 5 years?

We're sure that Kevin Walter is going to produce until he's 34?
Come on...

03-07-2010, 06:25 PM
chiefforlife Colorado Chief Fan Join Date: Feb 2006 Casino cash: $5493147	Fargas will visit Chiefs Fargas will visit the Chiefs Posted by Mike Florio on March 7, 2010 7:17 PM ET Running back Justin Fargas, who was cut by the Raiders for supposedly failing a physical but who claims he didn't, could be getting a chance to take another physical soon. David White of the San Francisco Chronicle reports that Fargas will be visiting the Chiefs. "I was told by [Raiders coach Tom Cable] that they were moving in a different direction," Fargas told White. "They said it was strictly about money. . . . I know some things were put out there, I guess they said I didn't ass [unfortunate typo not narrowly averted] a physical. I'm a little disappointed by the way it happened but I understand it's a business." He told White that he won't be retiring, and while he says he won't return to the Raiders his agent has been in touch with the 49ers. And if Fargas is willing to move north, his former college coach could be interested, too. As to the notion that it was "strictly about money," Fargas was due to earn a base salary of only $755,000 in 2010. That said, there's a chance that he had a roster bonus due. Per NFLPA records, Fargas was under contract with the Raiders through 2014, with a base salary maxing out at $1.775 million in the final year.
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Bowser sorta mod-ish Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: KC North Casino cash: $-208384	Hey, I'm all for re-signing Chambers, but I'm under no illusions that he will put us over the top. And as far as Walter goes, TBG nailed it - how good is this guy on a team where he's not playing opposite Andre Johnson?
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