The Troll Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 If Ray isn't going to take a "hometown discount" to stay in Baltimore, why would he take a "former defensive coordinator discount" to play in New Jersey? It's obvious that he's going where the money is, and we don't have any money. However, if we DID have money, we'd be much better suited by going after Terrell Suggs or Bart Scott. It's not like Lewis is going to come much cheaper, if at all, than either of those guys. And it's not like Ray hadn't been on the decline for five years until he magically regained his All-pro, Hall of Fame murderer form just in time to cash in on his last big contract. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 If Ray isn't going to take a "hometown discount" to stay in Baltimore, why would he take a "former defensive coordinator discount" to play in New Jersey? It's obvious that he's going where the money is, and we don't have any money. However, if we DID have money, we'd be much better suited by going after Terrell Suggs or Bart Scott. It's not like Lewis is going to come much cheaper, if at all, than either of those guys. And it's not like Ray hadn't been on the decline for five years until he magically regained his All-pro, Hall of Fame murderer form just in time to cash in on his last big contract. Great thread Troll. People who are advocating the Jets getting Ray Lewis have apparently never hear the term "salary cap". We are anywhere from $7- $12 million OVER the cap. We are in no position to be signing any big $$ free agents let alone over the hill mercenary LB's . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ECURB Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 He said something along the lines of... "If im not gonna play less, why should I get paid less?" Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoachTsurfing Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 Not only from a money standpoint, but from an aging player standpoint, and not to mention to guy was up for murder. Now, he was aquited, but he had some hand in it somewhere. He has kept his nose clean for a while now though. But just from the money and age standpoint we need to stay away from him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jetlag Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 I agree with all points Troll except for Suggs. I love the guy, he has a world of talent but we already have Fort Knox invested in OLB and to throw more money at it wouldn't be cost effective, to say the least. Unless they think they could transition Pace or Gholston (which would never happen because ILB is neither ones game). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Midget Love 20 Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 Jerry Jones creamed himself when Ray Lewis said he would like to play with T.O. Let alone is Jones dumb enough to spend big bucks on a veteran-superstar, most importantly Lewis will attract even more media attention, jersey sales and revenue to Dallas. If Lewis were smart he would use the Jets as leverage to get a big contract from Dallas -- like Arod with the Mets a few years back. But Ray will be in big D next season without question if he hits the FA market Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbyjet69 Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 Let him stay in Baltimore! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFlaJets Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 If Ray isn't going to take a "hometown discount" to stay in Baltimore, why would he take a "former defensive coordinator discount" to play in New Jersey? It's obvious that he's going where the money is, and we don't have any money. However, if we DID have money, we'd be much better suited by going after Terrell Suggs or Bart Scott. It's not like Lewis is going to come much cheaper, if at all, than either of those guys. And it's not like Ray hadn't been on the decline for five years until he magically regained his All-pro, Hall of Fame murderer form just in time to cash in on his last big contract. It's the off-season Troll, what else have we got to talk about at this time of the year? What sucks big time is that THIS off-season started even before the ball dropped in Times Square. Hey I got and idea we can always resurrect the "Who's Better Chad Or Brady?" thread or the "Wes Welker Seriously?" thread for umpteenth time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Troll Posted February 7, 2009 Author Share Posted February 7, 2009 It's the off-season Troll, what else have we got to talk about at this time of the year? What sucks big time is that THIS off-season started even before the ball dropped in Times Square. Hey I got and idea we can always resurrect the "Who's Better Chad Or Brady?" thread or the "Wes Welker Seriously?" thread for umpteenth time. Hey, why don't we talk about unicorns that ride into Times Square floating on marshmallow clouds who make it rain strawberry gumdrops on all the various passerby? It has the same chance of happening as Ray Lewis signing with the Jets. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SoFlaJets Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 Hey, why don't we talk about unicorns that ride into Times Square floating on marshmallow clouds who make it rain strawberry gumdrops on all the various passerby? QUOTE] you'll have to start a new thread in The Lounge for that one TT Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vudu Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 Ray Lewis is old, I'd rather Suggs. The New York JETS- Where players go to die. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
afosomf Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 Ray Lewis is old, I'd rather Suggs. The New York JETS- Where players go to die. like a****er, law....lott why can't i say a t w a t e r Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 Great thread Troll. People who are advocating the Jets getting Ray Lewis have apparently never hear the term "salary cap". We are anywhere from $7- $12 million OVER the cap. We are in no position to be signing any big $$ free agents let alone over the hill mercenary LB's . I honestly trust Tanny with our salary management. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustInFudge Posted February 7, 2009 Share Posted February 7, 2009 If Ray isn't going to take a "hometown discount" to stay in Baltimore, why would he take a "former defensive coordinator discount" to play in New Jersey? It's obvious that he's going where the money is, and we don't have any money. However, if we DID have money, we'd be much better suited by going after Terrell Suggs or Bart Scott. It's not like Lewis is going to come much cheaper, if at all, than either of those guys. And it's not like Ray hadn't been on the decline for five years until he magically regained his All-pro, Hall of Fame murderer form just in time to cash in on his last big contract. How many people think its actually going to happen? I am all for bringing Ray to NY, but I dont think its going to happen for many of the reason you stated. I think most of the advocates you speak of feel the same way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thai Jet Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 I honestly trust Tanny with our salary management. That IS his specialty Eman. He'll be earning his money this year. Unless he cans Favre...problem solved . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Larz Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 like a****er, law....lott why can't i say a t w a t e r art monk o'donnell boomer kimo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Troll Posted February 8, 2009 Author Share Posted February 8, 2009 art monk o'donnell boomer kimo O'donnell played several more years after he left the Jets and was actually pretty good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SenorGato Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 I'd rather have Suggs too. I'd rather have Dansby if I had my choice of the 3. 4 if you want Scott. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted February 8, 2009 Share Posted February 8, 2009 That IS his specialty Eman. He'll be earning his money this year. Unless he cans Favre...problem solved . I sure hope so Pete, I'm sick of losing and I'm still a young one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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