RiotAct Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 why the hell would AB choose to go to Oakland over the Bills? Well, besides weather and potentially more $$$ of course 1 1
BillsSB2020 Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 3 minutes ago, jletha said: Problem there is he was just on a team with a HOF QB and Super Bowl aspirations and he was a headcase. The Saints wouldn’t want to risk ruining their chemistry with a guy that shows he is volatile unless the deal was super small and they could cut him mid season if they pleased. AB won’t sign a deal like that. He’s kind of backed himself into a corner. There is no comparison between Big Ben and Drew Brees in terms of character. Ben is the ringleader of that circus. 1
Magnum Force Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 1 minute ago, jletha said: Problem there is he was just on a team with a HOF QB and Super Bowl aspirations and he was a headcase. The Saints wouldn’t want to risk ruining their chemistry with a guy that shows he is volatile. I agree but I am assuming he would be on his best behavior for a while initially....how long he could keep it in check is another topic of discussion. As much as this was a downer for the Bills after the dust settled....this is much more of a headache for the Steeler front office right now. 1
jletha Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 1 minute ago, BillsSB2020 said: There is no comparison between Big Ben and Drew Brees in terms of character. Ben is the ringleader of that circus. Agreed there. But the Saints wouldn’t risk any disruptions especially if they have to pay him big money. The deal would have to be very favorable to the Saints. If a very team favorable deal could be made I’m sure lots of other teams would be in the mix. It seems AB wants big money on a good team and the steelers want assets back. That’s a tough combination to put together for a guy that has shown to be a problem.
Magnum Force Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 1 minute ago, RiotAct said: why the hell would AB choose to go to Oakland over the Bills? Well, besides weather and potentially more $$$ of course Vegas! No State Taxes 1
jletha Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 3 minutes ago, Magnum Force said: I agree but I am assuming he would be on his best behavior for a while initially....how long he could keep it in check is another topic of discussion. As much as this was a downer for the Bills after the dust settled....this is much more of a headache for the Steeler front office right now. He probably would be. But if you’re the Saints would you roll the dice AND pay him what it seems he wants in terms of contract? It’s not like offensive output was lacking for them last year.
Magnum Force Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 4 minutes ago, BillsSB2020 said: There is no comparison between Big Ben and Drew Brees in terms of character. Ben is the ringleader of that circus. Good point.....Ben had a little trouble of his own at one time and is no alter boy.
BillsSB2020 Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 1 minute ago, Magnum Force said: Vegas! No State Taxes Please God no. I can see the Stadium from my Houuuse!
The Senator Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, PIZ said: I would much rather have RT Williams and C Paradis than diva AB. Throw in WR Tyrell Williams, and draft LT Jonah Williams, and now we’re cookin’ with Crisco... https://www.buffalorumblings.com/2019/3/9/18254653/buffalo-bills-2019-free-agent-target-profile-wide-receiver-tyrell-williams-los-angeles-chargers . Edited March 9, 2019 by The Senator 1
Doc Brown Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 3 minutes ago, jletha said: He probably would be. But if you’re the Saints would you roll the dice AND pay him what it seems he wants in terms of contract? It’s not like offensive output was lacking for them last year. Michael Thomas is going into the last year of his rookie deal so they'll be looking to extend. I doubt they pay big money for both. I can see them going after a quality #2 like Golden Tate. 1
Magnum Force Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 3 minutes ago, jletha said: He probably would be. But if you’re the Saints would you roll the dice AND pay him what it seems he wants in terms of contract? It’s not like offensive output was lacking for them last year. The Saints don't need him....they are going to be a contender with or without AB....he would be a luxury on NO. Brees makes WRs great. It probably depends on the price and if they feel the cap money for AB could be better allocated somewhere else. 1
BillsSB2020 Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 2 minutes ago, Magnum Force said: The Saints don't need him....they are going to be a contender with or without AB....he would be a luxury on NO. Brees makes WRs great. It probably depends on the price and if they feel the cap money for AB could be better allocated somewhere else. You also have to consider that Brees' window is slamming shut as we speak. They could very well look at this as a one-two year kind of thing and worth the risk. 2
Happy Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 1 minute ago, BillsSB2020 said: You also have to consider that Brees' window is slamming shut as we speak. They could very well look at this as a one-two year kind of thing and worth the risk. Exactly. The Saints make the most sense, followed by the Eagles. IMO, Raiders and Broncos don't make sense; they're both a long way from contending for a SB which I would guess is one of the things AB wants. 1
Magnum Force Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 Just now, BillsSB2020 said: You also have to consider that Brees' window is slamming shut as we speak. They could very well look at this as a one-two year kind of thing and worth the risk. Could AB coexist with possibly being a 1B to Michael Thomas and not having the spotlight on him?
BillsSB2020 Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 Just now, Magnum Force said: Could AB coexist with possibly being a 1B to Michael Thomas and not having the spotlight on him? Probably. For ONE season.
jletha Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 2 minutes ago, Magnum Force said: Could AB coexist with possibly being a 1B to Michael Thomas and not having the spotlight on him? These are the types of questions that would make it not worth it if I’m the Saints.
Magnum Force Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 Well I just checked my Antonio Brown Ticker and the last update was 2 hrs ago.
The Senator Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 (edited) 30 minutes ago, Magnum Force said: Vegas! No State Taxes No, the players pay state income tax in each state they play, so unless the Raiders actually play in Nevada this season (which is possible, if they choose to play in 36,000 seat Sam Boyd Stadium), Brown will be paying state income tax somewhere for his home games (unless the Raiders play their home games in Texas, Florida, or New Hampshire), and he’ll pay them in Colorado, Missouri, California, Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and New Jersey for his away games. . Edited March 9, 2019 by The Senator
BillsSB2020 Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 (edited) 5 minutes ago, The Senator said: No, the players pay state income tax in each state they play, so unless the Raiders actually play in Nevada this season (which is possible, if they choose to play in 36,000 seat Sam Boyd Stadium), Brown will be paying state income tax somewhere for his home games (unless the Raiders play their home games in Texas, Florida, or New Hampshire), and he’ll pay them in Colorado, Missouri, California, Indiana, Wisconsin, Minnesota, and New Jersey for his away games. . Which is part of the reason the tax issue is really overblown. It might be like a 1 percent factor in free agency, but I would highly doubt it's the deciding factor for many FA's. I would actually be surprised if it were a deciding factor for any player, but you never know. If you look at college football, most of the great prospects end up in the south and their income is under the table. Edited March 9, 2019 by BillsSB2020
Virgil Posted March 9, 2019 Posted March 9, 2019 I’m starting to feel more and more that this is all hype being generated by AB to get people interested, because his market is far below what he hoped
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