Jason Taylor to the pack???

[Fritz]

I try to be reasonable about differing opinions, but I can't quite help my reaction to those of you who think that it'd be a good idea to part with a 2nd and 4th round pick and then shovel a big contract out to a 34 year old defensive lineman whose greatest interest at the moment appears to be Dancing with the Stars:

ARE YOU OUTTA YOUR FLIPPIN' MINDS???

[Bretsky]

a Packer Report.com writer indicated most likely Miami would just be able to get a 3rd or 4th for Taylor at this point in his career.

I would not give up a 2nd, I'd be hesitant about a 3rd, but I'd give the 4th up without hesitation

[Patler]

I would not give up a 2nd, I'd be hesitant about a 3rd, but I'd give the 4th up without hesitation

That's about the way I feel, except I wouldn't hesitate about the third, I simply would not do it. A 4th is as high as I would go, especially now that the 3rd round is the first round of the second day.

A big front end contract doesn't bother me, as long as the long term implications are not significant if he retires or declines.

[Iron Mike]

The ratio of people to cake is too big.

[MJZiggy]

www.profootballtalk.com


"This latest report is just another example of journalistic irresponsibility," Parcells said.

Ouch.

Spectacular.

[rbaloha1]

KGB for JT

JT is an every down player with much left in the tank.

I would trade KGB and a draft pic. Move Cullen Jenkins
back to dt.

Pass rush improves. Adding another pro bowler only enhances an already good defense.

[Lurker64]

I don't put any stock in Parcell's comment, as I expect everything said by an NFL GM, Coach, or other team executive between the start of Free Agency and the Draft to be a carefully calculated lie in order to increase or decrease the market value of certain players.

The Dolphins might not be actively looking to trade Taylor, but certainly they're looking for a big enough offer to come in (probably on draft day) in order to justify letting him walk.

[Bretsky]

The Dolphins are a few years away from success; that puts Taylor at 36-37. Of course they will trade him if the price is right for them.

[HarveyWallbangers]

Reggie White was no spring chicken when he came to Green Bay. Even when he got to Green Bay, he was not a dominant player. Although he commanded attention and Jason Taylor would do that too. Sometimes it's about the name not the age.

Reggie was 31 when he signed him. Not young, but you knew he had a good 3-4 years left in him. He was also a freak of nature. Not dominant? Hardly. Dude was an All-Pro the year before he came to Green Bay.

http://www.pro-football-reference.com/years/1992/allpro.htm

[BallHawk]

TT should learn to work the phones like this dude.



I'll give you a 5th rounder for Jason Taylor or else I'll burn your stadium down.

[Brando19]

http://gnb.scout.com/2/733950.html

Dolphins executive VP of football operations Bill Parcells told ESPN's Chris Mortensen and the South Florida Sun-Sentinel Sunday that Taylor will be playing for Miami in 2008, contrary to published reports.
There has been widespread speculation that the Packers would be willing to trade a couple of draft picks to Miami for Taylor, who is entering his 12th season. The Packers are seeking to improve the defensive end position this offseason and Taylor, who has had 33 1/2 sacks in the past three seasons, could be the perfect fit opposite Pro Bowl defensive end Aaron Kampman.

The speculation grew in intensity over the weekend when a report on Yahoo.com Saturday said that Taylor, 33, had moved out of South Florida to Los Angeles. Taylor is practicing for his stint on the upcoming "Dancing With the Stars" television show.

The report also said that Taylor, the 2006 NFL Defensive Player of the Year, and the team, "have graciously agreed to part ways between now and the NFL draft April 26."

Parcells shot down the report, telling the South Florida Sun-Sentinel on Sunday evening, "The latest report is just another example of journalistic irresponsibility."

Taylor would provide an immediate impact in Green Bay's defense. With defensive tackle Corey Williams in Cleveland, the Packers could move Cullen Jenkins, who started opposite Kampman last season, inside next to Ryan Pickett to form a very potent starting front four.

It is believed that the Dolphins were trying to get at least a first round draft pick for the six-time Pro Bowl player. However, Parcells isn't listening to any trade offers at the moment for Taylor.

[MadtownPacker]

Taylor for a 4th is gold. This guy wants to win now, is a character guy and he already knows the Packers D scheme. Easy choice if available IMO.

[fan4life]

Taylor for a 4th is gold. This guy wants to win now, is a character guy and he already knows the Packers D scheme. Easy choice if available IMO.

I agree.

[pittstang5]

I like the idea of Taylor coming to GB and like most have posted...but at what price. I think a 3rd or 4th is feasible and fair.

Maybe because of the FA period now here and seeing other teams signing all kinds of players, I really want this to happen. Even Parcells disspelling rumors means nothing to me. How many times do we see this in the NFL... A coach or GM saying...no, we're not interested in parting with X player. Two weeks later, X player is on a plane headed to his new team.

[MadtownPacker]

www.profootballtalk.com

In response, Dolphins V.P. of football operations Bill Parcells says that Taylor won't be leaving.

Parcells told Chris Mortensen of ESPN that Taylor's options for 2008 will be to play for the Fins, or to retire.

Yeah, Taylor's really gonna want to work for that asshole. Tuna has made it clear he doesnt want Taylor with those comments IMO. Parcells will trade him, who will bite is the question.