Football Chargers use Franchise Tag on Sproles - Page 2

**dirk digler** · 02-18-2009, 04:46 PM

CHARGERS TAG SPROLES

The San Diego Chargers have applied the franchise tag to running back Darren Sproles, according to Adam Schefter of NFL Network.

Though Schefter characterizes the move as the biggest surprise of the month, we respectfully disagree. There’s no way that quietly embattled G.M. A.J. Smith could have afforded allowing Sproles to become the next budding offensive star to walk away without immediate compensation.

Three years ago, it was Drew Brees, the 2008 AP offensive player of the year. Last year, it was Michael Turner, an MVP finalist in his first season with the Falcons. Though the Chargers might end up trading Sproles to a new team, they’ll at least get something of value in return.

Or maybe they’ll keep him around. He’s likely not sufficiently durable to be an every-down back. If they pair him with LaDainian Tomlinson, perhaps the one-two punch can fuel the offense without leaving either player worn down for the postseason.

blueballs · 02-18-2009, 09:38 PM

Doesn't his size just scare the hell out of
dishing out that kind of $
just one good squish

Cormac · 02-18-2009, 09:57 PM

He's a neat player, seriously fast, and valuable to the team. But he's a back-up, change-of-pace type of back. I am shocked they franchised him. I don't think he's worth that kind of money, and he's definitely not worth trading a 1st and a 3rd for, IMO.

Mama Hip Rockets · 02-18-2009, 11:15 PM

sproles is way better than tomlinson.

whoman69 · 02-18-2009, 11:27 PM

I must say I'm real surprised by this. This franchise can blow up in the Bolts face real easily. I don't think anyone really believes that Sproles can take the punishment of a 16-game schedule against NFL talent. I don't believe very many teams believe this as well. I know that Tomlinson has been hurt, but there has to be a better option than this.

beach tribe · 02-19-2009, 01:34 AM

I think A.J. Smith is a hugely overrated GM, and will never have a SB to show for the team he built with tons of high picks that came from sucking for so long.

beach tribe · 02-19-2009, 01:35 AM

They're stuck with Sproles now. Nobody's gonna give up what they're gonna ask for him.

KCrockaholic · 02-19-2009, 08:25 AM

I was hoping we could take a stab at him.....oh well

Pants · 02-19-2009, 08:43 AM

Olathe product. Nothing bad comes out of Olathe.

Haha, I remember the stupid ass chants Kstate dumbasses had for that dude.

02-18-2009, 04:46 PM
dirk digler Please squeeze Join Date: Jul 2003 Location: Clinton, MO Casino cash: $114644	Chargers use Franchise Tag on Sproles CHARGERS TAG SPROLES The San Diego Chargers have applied the franchise tag to running back Darren Sproles, according to Adam Schefter of NFL Network. Though Schefter characterizes the move as the biggest surprise of the month, we respectfully disagree. There’s no way that quietly embattled G.M. A.J. Smith could have afforded allowing Sproles to become the next budding offensive star to walk away without immediate compensation. Three years ago, it was Drew Brees, the 2008 AP offensive player of the year. Last year, it was Michael Turner, an MVP finalist in his first season with the Falcons. Though the Chargers might end up trading Sproles to a new team, they’ll at least get something of value in return. Or maybe they’ll keep him around. He’s likely not sufficiently durable to be an every-down back. If they pair him with LaDainian Tomlinson, perhaps the one-two punch can fuel the offense without leaving either player worn down for the postseason.
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02-18-2009, 09:38 PM	#16
blueballs Banned Join Date: Feb 2006 Casino cash: $10004900	Doesn't his size just scare the hell out of dishing out that kind of $ just one good squish
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02-18-2009, 09:57 PM	#17
Cormac Haley sceptic.... Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: waiting it out....... Casino cash: $10004900	He's a neat player, seriously fast, and valuable to the team. But he's a back-up, change-of-pace type of back. I am shocked they franchised him. I don't think he's worth that kind of money, and he's definitely not worth trading a 1st and a 3rd for, IMO.
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02-18-2009, 11:15 PM	#18
Mama Hip Rockets You don't faze me, Gobble. Join Date: Dec 2005 Casino cash: $9915644	sproles is way better than tomlinson.
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02-19-2009, 01:34 AM	#20
beach tribe Keep doubting J MFing Houston Join Date: May 2007 Location: ft.lauderdale Casino cash: $3898036	I think A.J. Smith is a hugely overrated GM, and will never have a SB to show for the team he built with tons of high picks that came from sucking for so long.
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02-19-2009, 01:35 AM	#21
beach tribe Keep doubting J MFing Houston Join Date: May 2007 Location: ft.lauderdale Casino cash: $3898036	They're stuck with Sproles now. Nobody's gonna give up what they're gonna ask for him.
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02-19-2009, 08:25 AM	#22
KCrockaholic Sarcasm Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Olathe Casino cash: $3312900	I was hoping we could take a stab at him.....oh well
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02-19-2009, 08:43 AM	#23
Pants Time Keeps On Slipping Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Overland Park Casino cash: $3519900	Olathe product. Nothing bad comes out of Olathe. Haha, I remember the stupid ass chants Kstate dumbasses had for that dude. __________________ "Turn the channel to 26!"
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