a James Jones vs Greg Jennings discussion

[Pugger]

Can we use the remainder of Driver's money to resign Jennings? I think his presence helps our other WRs because of the attention he attracts.

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Can we use the remainder of Driver's money to resign Jennings? I think his presence helps our other WRs because of the attention he attracts.

the free cap space from driver will give you about a quarter of what you need for jennings

[NewsBruin]

Can we use the remainder of Driver's money to resign Jennings? I think his presence helps our other WRs because of the attention he attracts.

Without having seen a lot of the games, I think that's way too optimistic. Driver's not the first veteran WR that's gone through the league.

Defensive Back Coach: Looking at this season's film, I think Driver's lost a step, and the passing stats bear that out.

Devensive Coordinator: Hmmm, yes. But his name is Donald Driver, he made the Pro Bowl in 2010, and he does a lot of charity work.

DBC: Charity Work? Well, I hadn't considered that angle. Still, 37-year-old receivers have a bit of a drop-off in production from their first decade in the league.

DC: And he does work hard. Plus a Google search often puts the words, "crafty," "cagey," and "hard worker" next to his name.

DBC: Damn, that's twice the word "work" comes up when talking about 80. But he's only had 4 catches in the last 4 games.

DC: That's too small a sample size. Look over the whole season. He's had 8 receptions.

DBC: Holy shit! He's on pace for a 12-catch season! No wonder you're the DC. That's it, I'm bracketing him on every play!

[NewsBruin]

On second read, it was more obvious you meant Jennings' attention. But I'm too proud of myself to edit the above post.

[mraynrand]

Without having seen a lot of the games, I think that's way too optimistic. Driver's not the first veteran WR that's gone through the league.

Defensive Back Coach: Looking at this season's film, I think Driver's lost a step, and the passing stats bear that out.

Devensive Coordinator: Hmmm, yes. But his name is Donald Driver, he made the Pro Bowl in 2010, and he does a lot of charity work.

DBC: Charity Work? Well, I hadn't considered that angle. Still, 37-year-old receivers have a bit of a drop-off in production from their first decade in the league.

DC: And he does work hard. Plus a Google search often puts the words, "crafty," "cagey," and "hard worker" next to his name.

DBC: Damn, that's twice the word "work" comes up when talking about 80. But he's only had 4 catches in the last 4 games.

DC: That's too small a sample size. Look over the whole season. He's had 8 receptions.

DBC: Holy shit! He's on pace for a 12-catch season! No wonder you're the DC. That's it, I'm bracketing him on every play!

If Pugger had meant the attention Driver attracts, this would have been an all time great sarcastic beat down. repped.

[Patler]

Can we use the remainder of Driver's money to resign Jennings? I think his presence helps our other WRs because of the attention he attracts.

the free cap space from driver will give you about a quarter of what you need for jennings

Per JSO, Jennings' 2012 cap figure is $7.5 million, and Driver's is $2.3 million. Assuming Driver's roster spot is taken by a rookie in 2013, the minimum salary for his replacement will be $405,000. That would give you about $9.4 to work with. Might be close to enough.

[woodbuck27]

RE: Greg Jennings and I saw him interviewed this AM on NFL Access and his reaction to being resigned by the Packers Vs testing the FA market and considering how the Packers have handled other eligible FA Vets in the past:

Found 1 hour ago Dec.18, 2012 on Pro Football Zone:

http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/greg_jennings_doesnt_want_to_play_under_the_franchise_tag_next_season/12462688

Greg Jennings doesn’t want to play under the franchise tag next season

GO PACKERS !

[Pugger]

Can we use the remainder of Driver's money to resign Jennings? I think his presence helps our other WRs because of the attention he attracts.

the free cap space from driver will give you about a quarter of what you need for jennings

I didn't think Drivers salary would cover what Jennings needs but it could help...

[Pugger]

If Pugger had meant the attention Driver attracts, this would have been an all time great sarcastic beat down. repped.

Huh?

[Bretsky]

[QUOTE=woodbuck27;702805]RE: Greg Jennings and I saw him interviewed this AM on NFL Access and his reaction to being resigned by the Packers Vs testing the FA market and considering how the Packers have handled other eligible FA Vets in the past:

Found 1 hour ago Dec.18, 2012 on Pro Football Zone:

http://www.yardbarker.com/nfl/articles/greg_jennings_doesnt_want_to_play_under_the_franchise_tag_next_season/12462688

To Jennings not wanting to be franchised
WHO CARES ?

If the figures is low enough that is a no brainer. This is what the system is. If he doens't want to get franchised....then he can sign a long term deal and give the Packers some value. The only card the Packers have is the tag. and it's undoubtedly their right to use it. Jennings may not like it....but the stystem is the same one that grossly overpaid him for his lack of production in 2012

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tag and trade

there is no way some other team wouldn't trade for jennings under the franchise number

he's at least worth a 1st round pick. you can't just let that walk for nothing.

and yes, the 4th round comp pick we'd get in 2014 can suck my ass

[Joemailman]

Packers are becoming a balanced offense. They are currently 15th in the NFL in both rushing attempts and passing attempts per game. The days of needing 4 starting caliber wide receivers may be coming to an end. I wouldn't be surprised if they trade both Jennings and Finley and draft their eventual replacements.

[rbaloha1]

It is unfortunate that GJ fails to recognize he is coming off an injury which makes it tougher to obtain a Larry Fitzgerald type contract.

GJ should quietly hope he gets franchised.

[Joemailman]

tag and trade

there is no way some other team wouldn't trade for jennings under the franchise number

he's at least worth a 1st round pick. you can't just let that walk for nothing.

and yes, the 4th round comp pick we'd get in 2014 can suck my ass

St. Louis has Washington's #1 pick the next 2 years, plus their own #2. There's a team with a pick to trade that could use a quality wide receiver.

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St. Louis has Washington's #1 pick the next 2 years, plus their own #2. There's a team with a pick to trade that could use a quality wide receiver.

then take both our picks and trade up for Teo