I look at it totally the opposite way -- how can anyone think they're going to draft a high profile RB now? This is not ff when you need a stallion RB -- if anything Kelly devalues the RB position according to ex-Eagles OL Herremans ("I think he values the quarterback position in his offense the most. Quarterback and offensive line. I think other than that, I think that he feels like he can kind of, you know, the system will take care of it.").How is anyone not seeing this as the likely outcome/purpose here? Gore and Sproles split the work, groom the incumbent drafted RB. All at a fraction of the Shady price.Eagles draft Gurley or Jay in round 2 and Gore plays mentor.
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I agree. It looks to me like they are continuing to do what they can to set up for Mariota. Clear room by moving one of the biggest RB contracts in the league. Bring in seasoned RB who is going to be great at pass protection. If they do land Mariota it'll cost whatever picks they might have otherwise had available for a high value RB in the draft. If they can't trade up to get Mariota then it's plan B but I think they still are shooting for that.I look at it totally the opposite way -- how can anyone think they're going to draft a high profile RB now? This is not ff when you need a stallion RB -- if anything Kelly devalues the RB position according to ex-Eagles OL Herremans ("I think he values the quarterback position in his offense the most. Quarterback and offensive line. I think other than that, I think that he feels like he can kind of, you know, the system will take care of it.").How is anyone not seeing this as the likely outcome/purpose here? Gore and Sproles split the work, groom the incumbent drafted RB. All at a fraction of the Shady price.Eagles draft Gurley or Jay in round 2 and Gore plays mentor.
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They felt they needed extra RB depth and Gore's style and experience made him ideal -- nothing else to see here. With as much as they need help at other positions I'd be shocked if they drafted a RB in the top 2 rounds (or top 4 rounds if they move picks for MM). Again. how can anyone think they're going to draft a high profile RB? This isn't ff.
lol, okHe inherited a team built by competent NFL minds
gurley won't be there in round 2, and ajayi isn't ready to be the guy year one and also wont be there in the late second.Eagles draft Gurley or Jay in round 2 and Gore plays mentor.
I don't think his trade value in dynasty has really spiked to anything more than a mid 2nd. As a Gore owner in a couple of places, I'm more likely to hold onto him, hope for some RB2 or 3 production, and take a another swing at a championship rather than ship him off for a low percentage lotto pick with little chance of production. Now if someone offers me a 1st or very early 2nd, I probably bite since I have some depth at RB, but I still don't think anyone will do that due to age concerns. But you are right, if someone is just looking to freshen up a roster without concern for real production, now is the time.Gore dynasty owners, this offseason leading up to the draft is your last good chance to move him for decent value. I thought the time had already passed, but Chip bailed you out. Don't blow it. Find that guy in your league who thinks Gore in Philly has BIG YEAR written all over it.
If the Eagles trade up for Mariota, they won't have a 2nd round pick this year to select those guys. Both should be gone in the early 2nd round, in any event.Eagles draft Gurley or Jay in round 2 and Gore plays mentor.
We haven't seen the contract yet, but it's certainly going to be much less than McCoy- some might even say, a fraction.Its not at a fraction of Shady price. Ingram was had at a fraction of Shady price.How is anyone not seeing this as the likely outcome/purpose here? Gore and Sproles split the work, groom the incumbent drafted RB. All at a fraction of the Shady price.Eagles draft Gurley or Jay in round 2 and Gore plays mentor.
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This could prove prescient late in the 2015 season.Will look great by the numbers until the mid-late part of November when Gore can't sustain during the most important part of the season.You guys are paying shady $16m over the next year. So far we got Gore and Alonso for about 1/3 of that and half of what it was before. Would have to see who else we get with another $5m but hard not to think it makes sense.Will be funny to see how many Eagles fans that were down on McCoy because of his age will like this move.
Even as a casual watcher of the Niners, it was easy to see that they have been pacing him for about two years now.
I don't think anyone was down on McCoy because of his age. People were down on him because of his ridiculous contract...so much so that had someone not been dumb enough to take him, he would have been cut.Will be funny to see how many Eagles fans that were down on McCoy because of his age will like this move.
MM won't need a couple of years to get up to speed in Chip's offense. That's the reason he's more valuable to the Eagles than any other team.With all the talk of Mariota needing time to learn how to be a QB in the NFL mold (learning progressions, taking the ball under center, etc), would the Eagles make moves such as picking up Gore if they were going to trade for a QB who might need a couple years to come up to speed?
Solid fantasy RB2, and im not the biggest fan of the signing, but he'll be ok.When he tosses up a solid 1300/12 TDs this year, some of you gonna have some serious egg on your faces.
Gore isn't yet close to done.
Gore is a baller. He will be fine. Question is who is going to toss the rock and lead the team.Solid fantasy RB2, and im not the biggest fan of the signing, but he'll be ok.When he tosses up a solid 1300/12 TDs this year, some of you gonna have some serious egg on your faces.
Gore isn't yet close to done.
Didn't he run for over 300 yards in the 2 games to end the season?When he tosses up a solid 1300/12 TDs this year, some of you gonna have some serious egg on your faces.
Gore isn't yet close to done.
I think if he got half of that it would be about my expectation. I dont have a horse in this race - just casual observer. You expect those kind of numbers at age 32? Would probably be the best season ever for a RB that age. Additionally, this is a 3 year deal with a 32 year old RB with the first 2 years guaranteed at a pretty high number.Soulfly3 said:When he tosses up a solid 1300/12 TDs this year, some of you gonna have some serious egg on your faces.
Gore isn't yet close to done.
Not only that but the declin is usually very abrupt.I think if he got half of that it would be about my expectation. I dont have a horse in this race - just casual observer. You expect those kind of numbers at age 32? Would probably be the best season ever for a RB that age. Additionally, this is a 3 year deal with a 32 year old RB with the first 2 years guaranteed at a pretty high number.Eventually, every RB gets old, no matter how great of a warrior they were. Usually its before age 32.Soulfly3 said:When he tosses up a solid 1300/12 TDs this year, some of you gonna have some serious egg on your faces.
Gore isn't yet close to done.
The thing about Gore is that we've been hearing this every year since, literally, 2010. Eventually it will be correct, but every year for almost half a decade the smart move has been to buy Gore at cheap prices. Further, we're now to a point where even when it finally does end up backfiring it will be at such a minimal cost that it doesn't really matter. I can't imagine Gore is going for more than a mid/late 2nd at this point.Bruce Hammond said:Gore dynasty owners, this offseason leading up to the draft is your last good chance to move him for decent value. I thought the time had already passed, but Chip bailed you out. Don't blow it. Find that guy in your league who thinks Gore in Philly has BIG YEAR written all over it.
I do.I think if he got half of that it would be about my expectation. I dont have a horse in this race - just casual observer. You expect those kind of numbers at age 32? Would probably be the best season ever for a RB that age. Additionally, this is a 3 year deal with a 32 year old RB with the first 2 years guaranteed at a pretty high number.Soulfly3 said:When he tosses up a solid 1300/12 TDs this year, some of you gonna have some serious egg on your faces.
Gore isn't yet close to done.
Eventually, every RB gets old, no matter how great of a warrior they were. Usually its before age 32.
No. This is more like when New England signed a 32 year old Fred Taylor than when New England signed a 29 year old Corey Dillon.grateful zed said:this reminds me of the NE signing correy dillon at the end of his career.
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Gore isn't close to HOF worthy.I do.I think if he got half of that it would be about my expectation. I dont have a horse in this race - just casual observer. You expect those kind of numbers at age 32? Would probably be the best season ever for a RB that age. Additionally, this is a 3 year deal with a 32 year old RB with the first 2 years guaranteed at a pretty high number.Eventually, every RB gets old, no matter how great of a warrior they were. Usually its before age 32.Soulfly3 said:When he tosses up a solid 1300/12 TDs this year, some of you gonna have some serious egg on your faces.
Gore isn't yet close to done.
Gore is not a run of the mill type RB... He's literally a mule. Power, grace and straight up dedication...
Yes, he will fall off eventually... But I dont see it happening this year or next. He's got plenty in the tank on a high flying offense that suits his style of running.. oh, and that run block in PHI... WOOF!
guy has super vision on the field... and in my eyes, a very strong contender for HOF... May not get it, but he's definitely close to deserving it.
Just think he breaks some molds this season
Bettis opened the door for run of the mill RB's who play a long time getting in, so Gore getting in isn't that ridiculous.Gore isn't close to HOF worthy.I do.I think if he got half of that it would be about my expectation. I dont have a horse in this race - just casual observer. You expect those kind of numbers at age 32? Would probably be the best season ever for a RB that age. Additionally, this is a 3 year deal with a 32 year old RB with the first 2 years guaranteed at a pretty high number.Eventually, every RB gets old, no matter how great of a warrior they were. Usually its before age 32.Soulfly3 said:When he tosses up a solid 1300/12 TDs this year, some of you gonna have some serious egg on your faces.
Gore isn't yet close to done.
Gore is not a run of the mill type RB... He's literally a mule. Power, grace and straight up dedication...
Yes, he will fall off eventually... But I dont see it happening this year or next. He's got plenty in the tank on a high flying offense that suits his style of running.. oh, and that run block in PHI... WOOF!
guy has super vision on the field... and in my eyes, a very strong contender for HOF... May not get it, but he's definitely close to deserving it.
Just think he breaks some molds this season
Might want to use ignore for your own safety. Certain posters can lead to concussion viaGore is not a run of the mill type RB... He's literally a mule.
bingo.Bettis opened the door for run of the mill RB's who play a long time getting in, so Gore getting in isn't that ridiculous.Gore isn't close to HOF worthy.I do.I think if he got half of that it would be about my expectation. I dont have a horse in this race - just casual observer. You expect those kind of numbers at age 32? Would probably be the best season ever for a RB that age. Additionally, this is a 3 year deal with a 32 year old RB with the first 2 years guaranteed at a pretty high number.Eventually, every RB gets old, no matter how great of a warrior they were. Usually its before age 32.Soulfly3 said:When he tosses up a solid 1300/12 TDs this year, some of you gonna have some serious egg on your faces.
Gore isn't yet close to done.
Gore is not a run of the mill type RB... He's literally a mule. Power, grace and straight up dedication...
Yes, he will fall off eventually... But I dont see it happening this year or next. He's got plenty in the tank on a high flying offense that suits his style of running.. oh, and that run block in PHI... WOOF!
guy has super vision on the field... and in my eyes, a very strong contender for HOF... May not get it, but he's definitely close to deserving it.
Just think he breaks some molds this season
Probably true. He is a better player than Bettis ever was but unfortunately for him he never had a cool nickname or play for the squealers.Bettis opened the door for run of the mill RB's who play a long time getting in, so Gore getting in isn't that ridiculous.Gore isn't close to HOF worthy.I do.I think if he got half of that it would be about my expectation. I dont have a horse in this race - just casual observer. You expect those kind of numbers at age 32? Would probably be the best season ever for a RB that age. Additionally, this is a 3 year deal with a 32 year old RB with the first 2 years guaranteed at a pretty high number.Eventually, every RB gets old, no matter how great of a warrior they were. Usually its before age 32.Soulfly3 said:When he tosses up a solid 1300/12 TDs this year, some of you gonna have some serious egg on your faces.
Gore isn't yet close to done.
Gore is not a run of the mill type RB... He's literally a mule. Power, grace and straight up dedication...
Yes, he will fall off eventually... But I dont see it happening this year or next. He's got plenty in the tank on a high flying offense that suits his style of running.. oh, and that run block in PHI... WOOF!
guy has super vision on the field... and in my eyes, a very strong contender for HOF... May not get it, but he's definitely close to deserving it.
Just think he breaks some molds this season
Bettis was 1st team All Pro twice. Gore has never been 1st team All Pro. There is a more to it than that, but that is a good shorthand for why Bettis's resume was better.bingo.Bettis opened the door for run of the mill RB's who play a long time getting in, so Gore getting in isn't that ridiculous.Gore isn't close to HOF worthy.I do.I think if he got half of that it would be about my expectation. I dont have a horse in this race - just casual observer. You expect those kind of numbers at age 32? Would probably be the best season ever for a RB that age. Additionally, this is a 3 year deal with a 32 year old RB with the first 2 years guaranteed at a pretty high number.Eventually, every RB gets old, no matter how great of a warrior they were. Usually its before age 32.Soulfly3 said:When he tosses up a solid 1300/12 TDs this year, some of you gonna have some serious egg on your faces.
Gore isn't yet close to done.
Gore is not a run of the mill type RB... He's literally a mule. Power, grace and straight up dedication...
Yes, he will fall off eventually... But I dont see it happening this year or next. He's got plenty in the tank on a high flying offense that suits his style of running.. oh, and that run block in PHI... WOOF!
guy has super vision on the field... and in my eyes, a very strong contender for HOF... May not get it, but he's definitely close to deserving it.
Just think he breaks some molds this season
and what is so far fetched about ihm being in the convo? I made it pretty clear he is by no means a shoe-in.. and may never get in... but he definitely deserves to be mentioned as a possiblity
Ruh oh!!!!@RapSheet 13s13 seconds ago
Free agent shocker: Frank Gore reconsiders potential/pending deal with the #Eagles, I’m told.
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Told by a friend of Gore's that he was in tears last night. Obviously conflicted. Has been curious abt Colts, working w/ Luck for some time.
I agree. In that offense they will basically use every last ounce of football he has. 250 carries is definitely possible there.COLTS.... oh man, that would be even better!!!!
probably once he realized what a sheet wearing nazi chip was@mattbarrows 1m
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Told by a friend of Gore's that he was in tears last night. Obviously conflicted. Has been curious abt Colts, working w/ Luck for some time.
Bettis was famous and Gore isn't.Bettis opened the door for run of the mill RB's who play a long time getting in, so Gore getting in isn't that ridiculous.Gore isn't close to HOF worthy.I do.I think if he got half of that it would be about my expectation. I dont have a horse in this race - just casual observer. You expect those kind of numbers at age 32? Would probably be the best season ever for a RB that age. Additionally, this is a 3 year deal with a 32 year old RB with the first 2 years guaranteed at a pretty high number.Eventually, every RB gets old, no matter how great of a warrior they were. Usually its before age 32.Soulfly3 said:When he tosses up a solid 1300/12 TDs this year, some of you gonna have some serious egg on your faces.
Gore isn't yet close to done.
Gore is not a run of the mill type RB... He's literally a mule. Power, grace and straight up dedication...
Yes, he will fall off eventually... But I dont see it happening this year or next. He's got plenty in the tank on a high flying offense that suits his style of running.. oh, and that run block in PHI... WOOF!
guy has super vision on the field... and in my eyes, a very strong contender for HOF... May not get it, but he's definitely close to deserving it.
Just think he breaks some molds this season
"Only" 3000 yards?Gore is only 3000 yards behind Curtis Martin and has a relatively low number of carries for his age (2442). Think he could play for a few more seasons and pass Martin to end up 4th all-time in yards (750 carries @ 4 YPC). Like Martin it would be tough to keep him out of the HOF if he does that.
No, it is Peyton Hillis.Now Chip can sign the RB he wanted all along, Mike Alstot