JEFF GARCIA

[Bretsky]

Why would we not bring this guy in ?

Is he a locker room cancer or just a bad guy ? Seems like he'd done well for several teams lately but keep getting a bad deal..........or is it his character ?

To me he was clearly the QB in Oakland that gave them a shot to win. And they ax'd him.

He seems like the proto type backup QB for a winning team. You can bring him in for a few games and he can win.

Thoughts ?

[falco]

You only want him here because of his smoking hot girlfriend.

[pbmax]

Fritz said he was a whiner and complainer while in Detroit. He played very well in Philly and fans were clamoring for him to stay over McNabb, but he got pushed out of the door. Then Tampa boots him.

I can't tell you what it is but that is not a good track record. And he has apparently not been happy as backup as Philly or Tampa would have kept him.

[SkinBasket]

I think his only problem is he usually plays better than whichever QB the team wants to be the starter.

[DonHutson]

The problem is that he's been good enough to start, but he's too old to be a viable long term option. Therefore, it's been a while since he's been on a team that really wanted him to start.

I think he'd be a very good pick up. He should know going in he has no chance to start, so he shouldn't be too upset when he doesn't play. I'd certainly rather pick Garcia up off the street than give up a draft pick for McCown from Tampa.

[Bretsky]

You only want him here because of his smoking hot girlfriend.


BUSTED :!: :!:

But hontestly if AROD goes down Garcia could win some games while he recovers.

But if he's a bad chemistry guy you pass

He outperformed Russell in the pre-season but if he was any part of a divided locker room I can see why he was cut

[gbgary]

i think he'd be a great back-up if he's willing to take the roll without complaint. never heard anyone say anything negative about him except that stupid T.O.

[vince]

I'd be OK with Garcia, even though I think TT/MM have confidence in Flynn and will ride with him as #2.

[Fred's Slacks]

Depends on what they see Flynn's role being. I say only pick him up if you still see Flynn as a developmental type and not a ready backup that can help you win. If Flynn is ready, no need to use that roster spot on another back up type. Otherwise, I think Garcia is a great fit.

[pbmax]

Well, we got our injured reserve questions answered. Yes, you can put more than 3 on it and you can still sneak people through.

Evan Moore is on injured reserve with a finger injury suffered early in camp. He has been practicing for most of the past month.

[Pugger]

Unless cutting Garcia was a salary cap move, do we really want a guy who couldn't cut it in OAKLAND? :shock:

[pbmax]

One scout trashed Meredith for McGinn. But I wonder how much of the explanation was based on rumor prior to the draft versus actual analysis of tape and play.


“He doesn’t compete and he gets beat,” one scout said. “I think he’s soft. Pretty good foot athlete. . . . He doesn’t like football.”

[VegasPackFan]

If you bring in Garcia to this team, he is implicitly agreeing to being the back up and back up only. There is no way he could think to usurp AR's status and position here. So I say if he agrees, GET HIM!!!!!

[RashanGary]

I wouldn't be opposed to Garcia, but I'm a big Flynn fan. We can win with Flynn. Garcia would be #3.

[pbmax]

I wouldn't be opposed to Garcia, but I'm a big Flynn fan. We can win with Flynn. Garcia would be #3.
Garcia was looking to start in Tampa, wasn't he? I don't think he's going to agree to be #3 anywhere.

[oregonpackfan]

I think the biggest factor has to do with Garcia's age. The guy is already 39.

While Garcia has repeatedly proved he can come into a new team, learn the system quickly, and be a good "fill-in" quarterback, the realization is becoming more apparent that his age is eroding his skills.

If the year was 2005 instead of 2009, I would be very supportive of bringing in Garcia as a backup. It simply is his time to retire.

[gbgary]

didn't realize he was 39.

[vince]

NFP is reporting that the Packers are showing interest in Harrington. I hope Flynn is ready to go, because I'm not liking that direction.

[pbmax]

NFP is reporting that the Packers are showing interest in Harrington. I hope Flynn is ready to go, because I'm not liking that direction.
:shock:

I almost don't want to ask for a link. But do you have one?

[MJZiggy]

NFP is reporting that the Packers are showing interest in Harrington. I hope Flynn is ready to go, because I'm not liking that direction.

aaaaaiiiiiiiieeeeeeeee!!!!!!! :pc:

[Badgerinmaine]

Okay, I'm in the minority, but I like the Harrington option better than I like Garcia. Yeah, Garcia has a better record, but Harrington has spent nearly his whole career with horrible teams. He's a lot younger and still has tools. Garcia has a reputation as a grumbler and they don't need that.

[digitaldean]

NFP is reporting that the Packers are showing interest in Harrington. I hope Flynn is ready to go, because I'm not liking that direction.

As mentioned in another thread, Tank is doing cartwheels if that happens... :wink:

[HowardRoark]

You only want him here because of his smoking hot girlfriend.


BUSTED :!: :!:



Is Chris Cooley available too?

[vince]

http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Sunday-at-the-Post-3356.html

Sorry about that.


GREEN BAY — I’m hearing the Packers might make a move for Joey Harrington now that the Brian Brohm era has ended in Green Bay. Brohm never looked quick-minded or in rhythm the past two summers. Matt Flynn clearly out-played Brohm and looked like he had a much better command of the offense.

[MJZiggy]

http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Sunday-at-the-Post-3356.html

Sorry about that.


GREEN BAY — I’m hearing the Packers might make a move for Joey Harrington now that the Brian Brohm era has ended in Green Bay. Brohm never looked quick-minded or in rhythm the past two summers. Matt Flynn clearly out-played Brohm and looked like he had a much better command of the offense.

Wait. If TT brought in Harrington, would that mean Tank would have to like him now?

[KYPack]

http://www.nationalfootballpost.com/Sunday-at-the-Post-3356.html

Sorry about that.


GREEN BAY — I’m hearing the Packers might make a move for Joey Harrington now that the Brian Brohm era has ended in Green Bay. Brohm never looked quick-minded or in rhythm the past two summers. Matt Flynn clearly out-played Brohm and looked like he had a much better command of the offense.

Wait. If TT brought in Harrington, would that mean Tank would have to like him now?

Zig for leader.

I'll shoot myself if they bring in Piano Joe.

[Pugger]

Oh lord no... :P

We need one of those vomit smilies for times like this...

[Fred's Slacks]

My wife would be in heaven if they signed Joey. She has some kind of obsession with him.

[Rastak]

Unless cutting Garcia was a salary cap move, do we really want a guy who couldn't cut it in OAKLAND? :shock:

Pugger, I think it was more that he felt he should be the starter and they were commited to Russell so he was becoming a distraction.

[Fred's Slacks]

Unless cutting Garcia was a salary cap move, do we really want a guy who couldn't cut it in OAKLAND? :shock:

Pugger, I think it was more that he felt he should be the starter and they were commited to Russell so he was becoming a distraction.

I guess the question then becomes: Does he feel he should be the starter anywhere, or just the starter over Russell?

[KYPack]

Unless cutting Garcia was a salary cap move, do we really want a guy who couldn't cut it in OAKLAND? :shock:

Pugger, I think it was more that he felt he should be the starter and they were commited to Russell so he was becoming a distraction.

That pretty much sums up Garcia's career. He goes crazy when he isn't starting.

[Waldo]

My wife would be in heaven if they signed Joey. She has some kind of obsession with him.

Mine too. She's think's that he the cutest player to come around in a while.

[Lurker64]

Well, in my lifetime the Packers have already gotten superbowl rings for the Bears QB (McMahon) and the Vikings QB (Brent something or other)... so why not the Lions QB? Sign Harrington!

[packerbacker1234]

He wants a shot to start, he wont get that in GB.

[The Shadow]

Actually, Garcia would have to find Green Bay appealing.
If anything should happen to Rodgers, he would most likely instantly leapfrog Flynn to take over the spot.
Also - we don't need a 'longterm' answer; we need a guy on the roster who can smoothly manage a few games, thus preventing a potential season disaster.
Insurance.
Plus, he might be of great help in mentoring the youngsters.
You know, like Favre was supposed to.

[SkinBasket]

The SkinBasket endorses Joey Harrington. I always thought he got pinned with undue criticism considering the situations he played in. He's not awesome, but he could certainly be better than Flynn.

[The Leaper]

Can't see Garcia being happy in a clipboard role...I'll pass.

Harrington is fine...we are merely signing someone as a #3 QB for insurance purposes. Harrington has experience in the league and would make a fine #3 QB IMO. It isn't like we are pinning any hopes on him.

[Chevelle2]

Reason to sign Harrington, his wife Emily.

http://img410.imageshack.us/img410/2024/harringtonrx9.jpg

[MichiganPackerFan]

Harrington was terrible in Detroit, and part of that was due to how soft he was. Just not a leader.

[oregonpackfan]

Harrington was terrible in Detroit, and part of that was due to how soft he was. Just not a leader.

I have to dispute that leadership statement. Harrington was a tremendous leader with the Oregon Ducks. The young man also has fine character traits.

He had the terrible misfortune of being expected to start as a rookie for one of the worst organizations of the NFL and take them to stardom. Ask guys like Tim Couch, David Carr, Akili Smith, etc. how their similar situations worked for them.

[Tyrone Bigguns]

Harrington was terrible in Detroit, and part of that was due to how soft he was. Just not a leader.

I have to dispute that leadership statement. Harrington was a tremendous leader with the Oregon Ducks. The young man also has fine character traits.

He had the terrible misfortune of being expected to start as a rookie for one of the worst organizations of the NFL and take them to stardom. Ask guys like Tim Couch, David Carr, Akili Smith, etc. how their similar situations worked for them.

Apparently once you are from oregon you can do no wrong.

The list of great leader qbs in college that couldn't hack it at the next level is long, and because you are a leader in college doesn't mean you can lead at the next level.

But, we all await your passionate defense of Kellen Clemens, Derek Anderson, Erik Wilhelm, etc.

And, just to give you a bit more work....don't forget Oregon Tech.

[BobDobbs]

The biggest drawback to signing Joey Harrington is that he plays like Joey Harrington.

[MichiganPackerFan]

Harrington was terrible in Detroit, and part of that was due to how soft he was. Just not a leader.

I have to dispute that leadership statement. Harrington was a tremendous leader with the Oregon Ducks. The young man also has fine character traits.

He had the terrible misfortune of being expected to start as a rookie for one of the worst organizations of the NFL and take them to stardom. Ask guys like Tim Couch, David Carr, Akili Smith, etc. how their similar situations worked for them.

Living in Michigan throughout his time in Detroit, I heard so much of his lack of leadership and how soft he was. He may have been all that in college, but certainly was not mature enough for the pro game.

[MOBB DEEP]

The Eagles sign Garcia! WOW...

[MJZiggy]

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA!!!!!

[Fosco33]

Wonder if they release him when McNabb is healthy and/or Vick is back?

[MOBB DEEP]

They can do that even with a one year deal?

not guaranteed huh?

[Fosco33]

They can do that even with a one year deal?

not guaranteed huh?

Yeah, good point. Didn't read up on the figures/etc. Who was there other/other 2nd/3rd string guy?

[Tyrone Bigguns]

They can do that even with a one year deal?

not guaranteed huh?

Yeah, good point. Didn't read up on the figures/etc. Who was there other/other 2nd/3rd string guy?

Kevin Kolb....high draft choice, last year or the year b4.

[MOBB DEEP]

They can do that even with a one year deal?

not guaranteed huh?

Yeah, good point. Didn't read up on the figures/etc. Who was there other/other 2nd/3rd string guy?

I was askn b/c i wasnt sure how that goes either

[MJZiggy]

Who did they cut to add him...?

[Bretsky]

Who did they cut to add him...?



They are trying to trade Hank Baskett

Green Bay should trade for him; I've love to meet his hottie wife Kendra :lol:

[Guiness]

Hank Baskett? lol
Wasn't there someone here who knew him?

Well, the Eagles carried 7WR's on the roster out of camp, so you had to know one of them was going.

[Tyrone Bigguns]

Who did they cut to add him...?



They are trying to trade Hank Baskett

Green Bay should trade for him; I've love to meet his hottie wife Kendra :lol:

You have a thing for white trash?

[SnakeLH2006]

Who did they cut to add him...?



They are trying to trade Hank Baskett

Green Bay should trade for him; I've love to meet his hottie wife Kendra :lol:

You have a thing for white trash?

Ty, you should be a Rat expert on this....

White trash give the best parking lot BJ's in Snake's opinion. No questions/money dispursed/pat on the head necessary for a good job...

Don't date/marry 'em, though. :shock:

[pbmax]

Who did they cut to add him...?



They are trying to trade Hank Baskett

Green Bay should trade for him; I've love to meet his hottie wife Kendra :lol:
Bretsky, the brain drain alone from 5 minutes would probably cost you your job. Not that I have watched The Girls Next Door or anything :lol:

[pbmax]

They can do that even with a one year deal?

not guaranteed huh?

Yeah, good point. Didn't read up on the figures/etc. Who was there other/other 2nd/3rd string guy?
I have been wrong before, but I believe Garcia signed a one year deal after week 1. He could easily be gone after McNabb and/or Vick is back.

[MOBB DEEP]

They can do that even with a one year deal?

not guaranteed huh?

Yeah, good point. Didn't read up on the figures/etc. Who was there other/other 2nd/3rd string guy?
I have been wrong before, but I believe Garcia signed a one year deal after week 1. He could easily be gone after McNabb and/or Vick is back.

Garcia released today....

[falco]

They can do that even with a one year deal?

not guaranteed huh?

Yeah, good point. Didn't read up on the figures/etc. Who was there other/other 2nd/3rd string guy?
I have been wrong before, but I believe Garcia signed a one year deal after week 1. He could easily be gone after McNabb and/or Vick is back.

Garcia released today....

With the way our line is playing, he could be our QB after Monday night.

[sheepshead]

They can do that even with a one year deal?

not guaranteed huh?

Yeah, good point. Didn't read up on the figures/etc. Who was there other/other 2nd/3rd string guy?
I have been wrong before, but I believe Garcia signed a one year deal after week 1. He could easily be gone after McNabb and/or Vick is back.

Garcia released today....

With the way our line is playing, he could be our QB after Monday night.

HAAAAAAAAAAA

Oh wait, thats really not that funny

[falco]

HAAAAAAAAAAA

Oh wait, thats really not that funny

yah, it was not meant to be.