Kelly the Dog Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 This according to a very good reporter for a team's website. In the first day of the post-Housh era, the Bengals hosted Coles on a visit in their efforts to replace his eight seasons, 507 catches, and savvy presence in the huddle. Indications Tuesday night were that negotiations were ongoing after day-long meetings with coaches and staff at Paul Brown Stadium. http://www.bengals.com/news/news.asp?story_id=7540 It doesn't mean much though. Obviously if they brought in a guy like Coles they are going to talk money with him. This gives no indication whether they are offering less, equal to, or more than the Bills.
BillsGuyInMalta Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 According to my source, they've been negotiating even before he came in for a visit. I hate being so clandestine, I normally dont have inside scoops like this but this time (because of some very odd circumstances) I do. My source is still adamant that Coles will not be coming to Buffalo.
BeastMode54 Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 According to my source, they've been negotiating even before he came in for a visit. I hate being so clandestine, I normally dont have inside scoops like this but this time (because of some very odd circumstances) I do. My source is still adamant that Coles will not be coming to Buffalo. sounds about right to me unfortunately
BillsGuyInMalta Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 sounds about right to me unfortunately If it makes everyone feel any better, all of this will be over by tomorrow afternoon.
BeastMode54 Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 The difference between us and the Bills is that we made an offer and there was nothing else from the other side. For the Bengals, there is an actual negotiation going on, which means a willingness on both sides to get something done. We can't say that for Buffalo
Kelly the Dog Posted March 4, 2009 Author Posted March 4, 2009 The difference between us and the Bills is that we made an offer and there was nothing else from the other side. For the Bengals, there is an actual negotiation going on, which means a willingness on both sides to get something done. We can't say that for Buffalo Or the Bills offered more than the Bengals who keep upping their offer.
John from Riverside Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 The difference between us and the Bills is that we made an offer and there was nothing else from the other side. For the Bengals, there is an actual negotiation going on, which means a willingness on both sides to get something done. We can't say that for Buffalo Which is probably a sign that the bills put a "take it or leave it" offer on the table and dont want to get into a bidding war....which is exactly what they SHOULD do. Personally I hope it is just over soon....I really hope the bills have not been held up in negotiating with other free agents waitiing to see what was going to happen with coles......there are other wr's out there.
BillsGuyInMalta Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 There are other wr's out there. One of which will be visiting us by the end of this week. Damn my mouth.
JoeF Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 One of which will be visiting us by the end of this week. Damn my mouth. Has anyone ever seen you and gordon g in the same place at the same time?
BeastMode54 Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 Which is probably a sign that the bills put a "take it or leave it" offer on the table and dont want to get into a bidding war....which is exactly what they SHOULD do. Personally I hope it is just over soon....I really hope the bills have not been held up in negotiating with other free agents waitiing to see what was going to happen with coles......there are other wr's out there. The thing is, I for one, dont mind over paying a little to get him. We have so much money and I don't think we are gonna spend all that much of it. If it means getting someone we want and need, I say give him a little extra if that's what it takes. Not too much, however
2020 Our Year For Sure Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 This according to a very good reporter for a team's website. http://www.bengals.com/news/news.asp?story_id=7540 It doesn't mean much though. Obviously if they brought in a guy like Coles they are going to talk money with him. This gives no indication whether they are offering less, equal to, or more than the Bills. Cinci is also meeting with both Mike Furrey and Ashley Lelie (link), which can only be good news for us.
MattM Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 Cinci is also meeting with both Mike Furrey and Ashley Lelie (link), which can only be good news for us. That link also said that JP is visiting the Bungles--looks like we may be swapping backups with them this offseason.....
BillsGuyInMalta Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 That link also said that JP is visiting the Bungles--looks like we may be swapping backups with them this offseason..... It lists him as a "potential" visitor. From first round draft pick/Starting QB to "maybe" visiting the Bengals for a backup job. Ouchies.
Justice Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 Coles will not be a Bill. Cincy lost their best receiver. They are in desperate need of a WR.
Kelly the Dog Posted March 4, 2009 Author Posted March 4, 2009 The Bengals version of Chris Brown, who is pretty good about knowing stuff, thinks the Bengals are going to sign Coles "imminently". Of course, nothing is final and Coles could easily be playing the Bengals for more money like he is playing everyone else. http://www.bengals.com/news/news.asp?story_id=7542
truth on hold Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 This according to a very good reporter for a team's website. http://www.bengals.com/news/news.asp?story_id=7540 It doesn't mean much though. Obviously if they brought in a guy like Coles they are going to talk money with him. This gives no indication whether they are offering less, equal to, or more than the Bills. losing Housh, gives Bengals the money and motivation to acquire a quality veteran WR in FA.
truth on hold Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 Cinci is also meeting with both Mike Furrey and Ashley Lelie (link), which can only be good news for us. why arent we meeting with them too?
PhillipMG Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 Coles will be a super star on the Bills! Run it in the dirty jets faces.
VJ91 Posted March 4, 2009 Posted March 4, 2009 Coles will not be a Bill. Cincy lost their best receiver. They are in desperate need of a WR. Cinci did not lose their best receiver. Chad Johnson (I won't use his other name) is the number one receiver, when healthy, for the Bengals. Maybe now that T.J. is gone, Chad may clear his head and come back to camp ready to play again with a healthy Carson Palmer. The Bengals are not as desperate as you are thinking.
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