CHRIS CHAMBERS AVAILABLE!!! and other WRs.

[Fritz]

Did the Vikes really promise Fergy a shot at the #1 spot? Dang, that's whacked. Poor Rastak. Fergy a #1 receiver? Man, maybe Carlton Brewster ought to head west. He could be their #2.

That was, as I understand it, the reason he chose Mn ahead of Houston. I mean, to be the #1 receiver in Minny he just needs to outproduce Bobby Wade and hope Troy Williamson isn't 300% better than he was last year.

It's just making me shake my head to think that there's an NFL team that could conceivably line up with Robert Ferguson as its #1 receiver.

Wow.

[b bulldog]

I guess I wasn't so off target a few months back when I stated that while CC is better than fergy, he is far from being a top notch WR and with hindsight, the best thing we should have done was pass on both players. That being said, I would bring him in but only if we could get him for next to nothing. I do like our WR corp.i

[Harlan Huckleby]

Man, I can't believe more than half of you would trade for a declining WR.

This team has much bigger holes.

[Lurker64]

It's just making me shake my head to think that there's an NFL team that could conceivably line up with Robert Ferguson as its #1 receiver.

Wow.

Just think of our RB and TE situation and realize that the Vikings have a similar situation at Wide Receiver and Quarterback.

[gbpackfan]

"ANY TIME a player that isnt a rookie free agent gets cut or is available via trade, Ted Thompson WILL NOT get involved."

Umm, GBPackFan, Vernand Morency was neither a rookie free agent, nor was he cut, and he was available via trade. You may not think much of that deal, but if you're going to capitalize ANY TIME, you might want to be sure.

Go ahead a nit-pick my statement if it makes you feel better. The fact remains that TT has done a HORRIBLE job improving our RB position. One could argue that we have taken a giant step back. But your right, TT did trade for an injury prone RB. NICE JOB!

All I'm saying is that if you're going to capitalize those words, then you might want to check that they are factual. If you call paying attention to the truth "nit-picking," then I'm not sure what to say. I like a variety of opinions, and I enjoy reading those opinions. But I just don't care for blanket statements presented as fact if those statements are not fact. You can't have an intelligent discussion that way.

As for your general opinion that TT has done a lousy job in the running back department, well, you may well be right. I think it's a little early to say, but it doesn't look too promising at the moment. I'm just thinking that the running game might not be really good, but could be just good enough.

No offense buddy, I could care less if you approve of the way I put together my posts. If you don't find them intelligent, then just don't respond. Spare me the lecture. Thanks.

[gbpackfan]

Fritz,

As for my last post, I am NOT trying to start something (see the caps ). Really, I am just upset with TT and his poor planning at the RB position. Lecture me all you want, I don't care.

[Bretsky]

I guess I wasn't so off target a few months back when I stated that while CC is better than fergy, he is far from being a top notch WR and with hindsight, the best thing we should have done was pass on both players. That being said, I would bring him in but only if we could get him for next to nothing. I do like our WR corp.i

Your evidence is a report from the NFL network that something might happen ?
Well, that's a better source of information than the statistical numbers so go with it.

You should worship Chambers Bull; as a Wolverine worshipper you should remember he missed a pass in the corner of the end zone that most likely would have led to a Badger upset over the Great Blue

Truth is Chambers had a DUI, his character is being questioned, and he has a fat contract.

The talent is still there; he's make a great compliment to Driver

[Bretsky]

Man, I can't believe more than half of you would trade for a declining WR.

This team has much bigger holes.

Offensive weapons; those who want to win now and know we are very short of them would welcome the addition of Chambers

[b bulldog]

Talent, I wouldn't start him over Jones. CC had two strong years, overrated!!!!Like most UW NFL skill players

[Bretsky]

Talent, I wouldn't start him over Jones. CC had two strong years, overrated!!!!Like most UW NFL skill players

Are there any Michigan offensive skill players in the NFL ??

[Harlan Huckleby]

I don't think Chris Chambers would make the difference if they don't have TE's and RB's.

How much would you want to mortgage to get him?

I didn't read this thread, but I suppose the theory is that he comes cheap on a short term contract, the usual battle cry.

OK, go ahead and sign him, see what I care.

[oregonpackfan]

I would want to know 2 things. First, what is wrong with Chambers that Miami doesn't want him? Second, what are they asking for him?

Very good points, Joe. I especially wonder why Miami is willing to part with a veteran WR with the regular season right around the corner.

[BallHawk]

Go ahead a nit-pick my statement if it makes you feel better. The fact remains that TT has done a HORRIBLE job improving our RB position. One could argue that we have taken a giant step back. But your right, TT did trade for an injury prone RB. NICE JOB!

What do you define horrible as?

I can understand the view point that TT has not improved the RB position, as some see fit. If you look at it objectively, he brought in a decent RB in Morency and came out ahead in that trade. He's also bought a rookie RB that has the potential to be a 1,000 yard rusher in the future. I think most people agree that Jackson, over time, does have the talent to be a starting RB.

RB is our Achilles' heel, as of now. It could turn for the better in the future, it also could take a turn for the worse.

You're entitled to your opinion and I respect it, but, IMO, I find the sarcasm unnecessary and obnoxious. It can be witty at times, but if it's used over and over again, it gets repetitive and boring.

We're all concerned about the RB position. None of us will know until the seaon. Only time will tell.

[b bulldog]

They are just as bad, actually where they have been drafted, worse but I'll hang my hat on the QB from New England.

[b bulldog]

I'll give you credit for that comeback, you got me!