Bleedin Green Posted April 25, 2012 Share Posted April 25, 2012 http://espn.go.com/n...les-sources-say The Atlanta Falcons acquired Philadelphia Eagles Pro-Bowl cornerback Asante Samuel for a late-round pick, league sources told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter on Wednesday. As part of the deal, Samuel restructured his contract, agreeing to a three-year, $18.5 million contract with the Falcons. Samuels' contract with the Eagles had called for him to earn $9.9 million in 2012 and $11.4 million in 2013. Samuel, 31, is a four-time Pro Bowl pick. He gives new Falcons defensive coordinator Mike Nolan a strong trio at cornerback with Dunta Robinson and Brent Grimes, who Tuesday signed his franchise tag tender. Grimes will make $10.262 million this season. Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff was New England's director of scouting when the Patriots selected Samuel in the fourth round in 2003. Samuel set a career high with 10 interceptions for the Patriots in 2006. Samuel became expendable when the Eagles signed Nnamdi Asomugha and acquired Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie last July, giving them three Pro Bowl cornerbacks. But the team couldn't find a suitable deal for Samuel, so they kept him and used Rodgers-Cromartie in the nickel spot. While Asomugha and Rodgers-Cromartie struggled in a new defense and new roles, Samuel was the most consistent of the trio. The outspoken Samuel probably sealed his fate in Philadelphia when he criticized the front office at the trade deadline, saying management was "playing fantasy football with the owner's money." Falcons quarterback Matt Ryan said Samuel, who had 30 tackles and three interceptions in 2011, has been a difficult opponent. "As far as Asante Samuel, I can only speak for having played against him a number of times and I know that's he's been extremely difficult to play against and has done a great job against us when we've played him in the past," Ryan said. The Falcons were 10-6 last season and 13-3 in 2010 but lost their first playoff game each season. An improved secondary would boost the team's hopes for 2012. Falcons linebacker Sean Weatherspoon called Samuel "a player who would improve anyone's defense." Samuel has 45 career interceptions in nine seasons. His three interceptions in 14 games last season was his lowest total since 2005. With Samuel's new contract calling for just over $6 million / year, I think Revis just guaranteed he'll get laughed in his face league-wide if he tries to hold out. The fact that this was apparently a late-round pick is kind of crazy. Combine that with the contract he signed, can't blame Atlanta for making this move at all. That's going to be a sick trio of CBs for Atlanta. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetsfan80 Posted April 25, 2012 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Asante Samuel has zero effect on Revis. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleedin Green Posted April 25, 2012 Author Share Posted April 25, 2012 Asante Samuel has zero effect on Revis. It does if he tells the Jets he wants to get paid more than double a guy who outplayed him last season. Regardless, this is a great deal for Atlanta. If only Ryan can stop sh*tting the bed in the playoffs, they're clearly looking to try to make a run. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RutgersJetFan Posted April 25, 2012 Share Posted April 25, 2012 It does if he tells the Jets he wants to get paid more than double a guy who outplayed him last season. Yeah, but the problem is Atlanta or Philly can afford to do without a guy like Samuel because a stud DB doesn't really hold a lot of leverage over franchises with a quarterback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JetsFanInDenver Posted April 25, 2012 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Rude awakening for Revis and his agent. Brilliant move for the Falcons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bleedin Green Posted April 25, 2012 Author Share Posted April 25, 2012 Yeah, but the problem is Atlanta or Philly can afford to do without a guy like Samuel because a stud DB doesn't really hold a lot of leverage over franchises with a quarterback. Oh come on, who needs a QB? People act like they're the most important player on the football field or something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Crusher Posted April 25, 2012 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Oh come on, who needs a QB? People act like they're the most important player on the football field or something. Not us we got "Ground and Clown" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pointman Posted April 25, 2012 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Why didn't we "sign this beast"? Yes, I like to stockpile corners. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GREENBEAN Posted April 25, 2012 Share Posted April 25, 2012 This sucks! It blows up my trade Revis Scenario!!!!! And a late rd pick got it done. LATE ROUND PICK!!!! Shame Shame Shame Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slats Posted April 25, 2012 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Asante Samuel has zero effect on Revis. Sorry, but ^ this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stoicsentry Posted April 25, 2012 Share Posted April 25, 2012 It does if he tells the Jets he wants to get paid more than double a guy who outplayed him last season. Asante Samuel outplayed Revis last year?????!?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pointman Posted April 25, 2012 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Asante Samuel outplayed Revis last year?????!?!? Yeah, when I read that post I knew this was a troll thread. Disgusting. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rillo Posted April 25, 2012 Share Posted April 25, 2012 Asante Samuel outplayed Revis last year?????!?!? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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