j e t s Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 http://sports.yahoo.com/nfl/news?sl...ov=ap&type=lgns Abraham finally traded to Falcons By ANDREA ADELSON, AP Sports Writer March 21, 2006 NEW YORK (AP) -- John Abraham finally got what he wanted Tuesday night when the Jets traded the Pro Bowl defensive end to the Atlanta Falcons in a three-way deal with Denver. The Broncos had to get involved for the much-anticipated trade to finally take place. Denver and Atlanta swapped No. 1 picks, with the Broncos getting the 15th overall selection and the Falcons getting pick 29. Then the Falcons sent that pick to the Jets in exchange for Abraham, the player's agent told The Associated Press. ADVERTISEMENT Yes No Yes No Yes No Atlanta also got middle-round picks in 2006 and 2007. The Jets had placed the franchise tag on Abraham for the second straight year. Both sides made it clear they wanted to part ways. Last week, the Jets and Falcons started working on a trade, but Atlanta was only willing to give up a second-round pick. The Seattle Seahawks were offering a first-round selection, and that was the deal the Jets wanted to get the maximum value for their star player. Abraham, however, had worked out his long-sought after long-term deal with the Falcons and refused to negotiate with Seattle. He wanted to play for Atlanta to be closer to his daughter and mother, who live in South Carolina. Now that he is officially with the Falcons, Abraham agreed to a six-year, $45 million deal, with about $18 million guaranteed. He will get $15.5 million in reporting and signing bonuses this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4HCrew Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 Sweet deal for him and he will have even more of an impact playing on artificial turf. Adios! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackout Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 if Abraham plays 42+ games over the next 3 years, this is a great trade for Atlanta If he misses alot of games in the next 3 years, it won't really bother me although I was glad he was here last year and didn't want him traded in 05. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
124 Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 Yeah and he'll miss 2 seasons worth of games, including the majority of the playoffs...have fun Atlanta. WE GOT THE STEAL, 1ST ROUND PICK FOR A GUY WHOSE NEVER ABLE TO BE COUNTED ON. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RSJ Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 Have fun when Abe manages to stand up on the sidelines for 6 hours but can't go in for a play or two because his belly aches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt39 Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 Have fun when Abe manages to stand up on the sidelines for 6 hours but can't go in for a play or two because his belly aches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NIGHT STALKER Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 I've already heard that Abe is in the process with a couple of investors to open up a bar in downtown "hotlanta":rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thejetsaddict Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 Well now that hes got his contract he can really take it easy and crusie the rest of his career. I cant wait to see his underperforming......... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JETSFAN5180 Posted March 22, 2006 Share Posted March 22, 2006 so what do we actually get? i thought 2 #1s were required to get him? im confused? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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