Report: Wells Has Picked New Team

[woodbuck27]

I can see it now: Wells walks and signs a relatively cheap deal with Philadelphia. Then Green Bay's offense gives up a bunch of sacks and becomes the 2nd worst statistically. However, Clay Matthews almost singlehandedly keeps Green Bay in games with huge plays every week and the defense rises to become the cream of the crop. We all sit around and talk about how Wells was a key cog in the offense but that hey, he's still giving up some sacks in Philly so he wasn't the whole reason.

Apples and oranges. Offense and defense. OUR need for an improved 'D' and more balance on both sides of the ball.

[woodbuck27]

So he's making the tour. Okay. I hope that tour ends up back in GB, where he signs at a reasonable price...

But after reading about Megatron's contract, maybe Ted's lowering his offer to Wells, knowing that GJ is up next year.

Free agent center Scott Wells is currently at Rams Park

Posted by Evan Silva on March 15, 2012, 3:45 PM EDT
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Free agent center Scott Wells visited the Titans’ facility on Wednesday, but left without signing a deal.

Jim Thomas of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that Wells is now in St. Louis.

The Rams cut their starting center, Jason Brown, earlier in the week and are pursuing a replacement. Wells and Chris Myers are the best two free agent centers on the open market.

[pittstang5]

So is the guy the Rams cut, Jason Brown, any good? Looks like he could play guard as well. You know TT and MM love those versatile guys.

[Fritz]

I think he's of the underacheiver variety.

With a coach like James Campen, though, he's sure to develop into a pro bowler...

[Smidgeon]

Fucking Rock Gullickson

Sheesh. How many backs did he ruin?

[denverYooper]

Sheesh. How many backs did he ruin?

I don't know but I think it's safe to blame him for every one of them.

[woodbuck27]

So is the guy the Rams cut, Jason Brown, any good? Looks like he could play guard as well. You know TT and MM love those versatile guys.

Not alot here but so far here's what I have on Center Jason Brown:

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jason_B...rican_football)

Pre-draft measureables

HtWt40-yd dash10-yd split20-yd split20-ss3-coneVertBroadBP6 ft 2 3⁄4 in313 lb5.20 s1.85 s3.09 s4.52 s7.72 s30 1⁄2 in8 ft 9 in26 rep

All values from NFL Combine, except for broad jump and bench press, which are from North Carolina Pro Day

2005 NFL Draft

Along with Chris Spencer, Brown was considered one of the best centers available in the 2005 NFL Draft. He was projected a mid third round pick,[1] and was eventually selected in the fourth round (124th overall) by the Baltimore Ravens.

Jason Brown and the Baltimore Ravens:

Jason Brown started all 16 games at guard in the 2007 season after spending 2005 and 2006 as a backup to Ravens starter Mike Flynn. He later started all 16 games in the 2008 season as center. He was considered to be one of the best offensive lineman coming into Free Agency the following season.

Jason Brown and the St. Louis Rams - history:

Center Jason Brown visited the Rams in the first day of free agency February 27, 2009. The next day he agreed to a five-year deal worth $37.5 million, including with $20 million guaranteed. The deal would make Brown the highest paid center in the NFL.[2] He was expected to be the St.Louis Rams starting center.[3] However, on March 10, it was reported that the contract has been disapproved by the league and the two sides were working to correct the issue.[4] The deal was finally approved by the NFL on March 12.[5]

On March 12, 2012, he was released by the Rams.

[HarveyWallbangers]

Brown used to be solid a few years ago, but I don't know where he's at now. How old is he?

[pbmax]

Fucking Rock Gullickson

Infernal free weights!

[pittstang5]

Brown used to be solid a few years ago, but I don't know where he's at now. How old is he?

28 - I think

[woodbuck27]

28 - I think

Jason W. Brown born May 5, 1983 in Henderson, North Carolina

He'll be 29 years of age on May 5, 2012.

[pbmax]

Tyler Dunne on the Centers likely to be available (list was published some time ago so things, like Jeff Faine's availability, have changed)

Tyler Dunne, March 10, 2012: http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/sports/142173353.html


Green Bay -- Mike McCarthy wants him back. Left guard T.J. Lang and teammates want him back. But four days before the start of free agency, the Packers and center Scott Wells still have not found common ground.

Deadlines can always spark movement. And there's a chance Wells tests the market, his asking price drops and the Packers are more willing to compromise. But the shot clock is on. If the Packers lose Wells, they'll have to find a new center for the first time in eight years.

As their interest in Houston Texans free agent Chris Myers shows, the team may not be afraid to give another center a lot of money. The position is valued by management, a good sign. The mistake would be trying to skate into training camp without a sure thing at center. The Packers' zone-blocking scheme and up-tempo passing attack demands a lot from the center.

Here are some possibilities:

UFA Chris Myers, Texans: Widely considered the top center available in free agency. Myers, 31, said the report of Green Bay's interest was "news to him" and he wants to stay in Houston. Still, he's going to test the market. Helped Houston overcome a rash of injuries in 2011 with 2nd-best rushing attack and 13th-best total offense.

UFA Samson Satele, Raiders: A league source told The San Francisco Chronicle that Satele isn't in the team's plans. Started two years in Miami and then the last three in Oakland. Only 27 years old. Raiders' rushing game ranked 2nd and 7th the last two seasons.

UFA Dan Koppen, Patriots: Missed all of 2011 with an ankle injury. The 32-year-old has been a mainstay on New England's line, a starter since 2003. There's a good chance he returns to New England. As quarterback Tom Brady said, "There's only one other butt on this planet I like: Koppen's and my wife's."

UFA Nick Hardwick, Chargers: San Diego has been negotiating with the 30-year-old Hardwick. Has been the starter since 2004. The Chargers may look to shore up its line before addressing Vincent Jackson and their receivers.

Kevin Zeitler, Wisconsin: Had a great Combine, with 32 reps on the bench press, and G.M. Ted Thompson got an up-close look at him at Wisconsin's pro day. As noted here, the guard Zeitler may fit best as a center in the pros.

Peter Konz, Wisconsin: Did not participate in Wisconsin's pro day due to his dislocated ankle. Plans on working out for teams in early April and said his ankle is at "90 percent." Still remains the top get at center in the draft.

Ben Jones, Georgia: If the Packers opt to address defense early in the draft, Jones is one possibility. Played in Georgia's no-huddle offense. Smart player but not physically overwhelming.

Quentin Saulsberry, Mississippi State: Green Bay covets versatility along the offensive line. Multi-tasking is often required from linemen at camp. At Mississippi State, Saulsberry played all three positions. A mid-round option.

(Note: Leading up to free agency, we're taking a look at one issue facing each position.)

[woodbuck27]

Tyler Dunne on the Centers likely to be available (list was published some time ago so things, like Jeff Faine's availability, have changed)

Tyler Dunne, March 10, 2012: http://www.jsonline.com/blogs/sports/142173353.html


Green Bay -- Mike McCarthy wants him back. Left guard T.J. Lang and teammates want him back. But four days before the start of free agency, the Packers and center Scott Wells still have not found common ground.

Deadlines can always spark movement. And there's a chance Wells tests the market, his asking price drops and the Packers are more willing to compromise. But the shot clock is on. If the Packers lose Wells, they'll have to find a new center for the first time in eight years.

As their interest in Houston Texans free agent Chris Myers shows, the team may not be afraid to give another center a lot of money. The position is valued by management, a good sign. The mistake would be trying to skate into training camp without a sure thing at center. The Packers' zone-blocking scheme and up-tempo passing attack demands a lot from the center.

Here are some possibilities:

UFA Chris Myers, Texans: Widely considered the top center available in free agency. Myers, 31, said the report of Green Bay's interest was "news to him" and he wants to stay in Houston. Still, he's going to test the market. Helped Houston overcome a rash of injuries in 2011 with 2nd-best rushing attack and 13th-best total offense.

UFA Samson Satele, Raiders: A league source told The San Francisco Chronicle that Satele isn't in the team's plans. Started two years in Miami and then the last three in Oakland. Only 27 years old. Raiders' rushing game ranked 2nd and 7th the last two seasons.

UFA Dan Koppen, Patriots: Missed all of 2011 with an ankle injury. The 32-year-old has been a mainstay on New England's line, a starter since 2003. There's a good chance he returns to New England. As quarterback Tom Brady said, "There's only one other butt on this planet I like: Koppen's and my wife's."

UFA Nick Hardwick, Chargers: San Diego has been negotiating with the 30-year-old Hardwick. Has been the starter since 2004. The Chargers may look to shore up its line before addressing Vincent Jackson and their receivers.

Kevin Zeitler, Wisconsin: Had a great Combine, with 32 reps on the bench press, and G.M. Ted Thompson got an up-close look at him at Wisconsin's pro day. As noted here, the guard Zeitler may fit best as a center in the pros.

Peter Konz, Wisconsin: Did not participate in Wisconsin's pro day due to his dislocated ankle. Plans on working out for teams in early April and said his ankle is at "90 percent." Still remains the top get at center in the draft.

Ben Jones, Georgia: If the Packers opt to address defense early in the draft, Jones is one possibility. Played in Georgia's no-huddle offense. Smart player but not physically overwhelming.

Quentin Saulsberry, Mississippi State: Green Bay covets versatility along the offensive line. Multi-tasking is often required from linemen at camp. At Mississippi State, Saulsberry played all three positions. A mid-round option.

(Note: Leading up to free agency, we're taking a look at one issue facing each position.)

Nice job on this post pbmax.

[Fritz]

If you read what Tom Brady's saying here, I think you find that he's admitting there's a third butt out there that he enjoys:

"There's only one other butt on this planet I like: Koppen's and my wife's."

[pbmax]

McGinn from February 26th on Well's contract and Myers comparison:

http://www.jsonline.com/sports/packers/packers-explore-options-at-center-5j4beb4-140520603.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

McGinn from February 25th on Center options (both FA and intra-team):

http://www.jsonline.com/sports/packers/packers-could-shift-at-center-634aqdl-140399503.html?utm_source=twitterfeed&utm_medium=twitter

Asked to rank the available centers on a 1-to-10 basis last week, an AFC personnel director gave Houston's Chris Myers an 8; Wells and Koppen 7s; Baltimore's Matt Birk, San Diego's Nick Hardwick, Oakland's Samson Satele and Kansas City's Casey Wiegmann 6s; New England's Dan Connolly, Baltimore's Andre Gurode and Cincinnati's Mike McGlynn 5s; and Atlanta's Todd McClure, Washington's Will Montgomery and Indianapolis' Jeff Saturday 4s.