2018 Free Agency Thread

[lukkynumber13]

I find it interesting to see Jordan Matthews is still unsigned, even after the Ryan Grants & Albert Wilsons. He, Pryor, & Inman are some of the best available WRs, as well as some seasoned vets such as Decker, Jordy, Wallace, & Maclin.

[kris_kapsner]

I find it interesting to see Jordan Matthews is still unsigned, even after the Ryan Grants & Albert Wilsons. He, Pryor, & Inman are some of the best available WRs, as well as some seasoned vets such as Decker, Jordy, Wallace, & Maclin.

Probably will end up in Jacksonville....like a bunch of other guys already.

[Pullo Vision]

I find it interesting to see Jordan Matthews is still unsigned, even after the Ryan Grants & Albert Wilsons. He, Pryor, & Inman are some of the best available WRs, as well as some seasoned vets such as Decker, Jordy, Wallace, & Maclin.

Of this group, Wallace is the one who surprises me the most. If you were to graph their production and current speed, he'd be the clear outlier, in a good way. The rest either have modest production or lack a deep or even intermediate game.

Also wouldn't surprise me if they have to wait until after the draft to sign.

[Jason3123]

I think J-Matt's knee is in question so he'll probably have to sign a 1 year prove it deal.

[Johnny Canuck]

Dmart just signed with the Raiders. Wonder if this means anything for Lynch?

[Fantasyfanatic11]

Dmart just signed with the Raiders. Wonder if this means anything for Lynch?

Think it only increases the likelihood of him not returning back with OAK.

I like this spot for Martin though.

[Shoreline Steamers]

Dmart just signed with the Raiders. Wonder if this means anything for Lynch?

Think it only increases the likelihood of him not returning back with OAK.

I like this spot for Martin though.

Quite certain Lynch is now done in Oakland. Possibly done in the NFL.

We'll see if anyone comes calling once he's released, but I don't imagine the market will be too hot for him.

[Fantasyfanatic11]

Eifert staying in Cincy for 1 year.

Think that's best case for both parties. Eifert a TD machine with Dalton.

[Phaded]

Don't love Martin to Raiders but don't hate it. Just another patch job by Reggie and likely means Lynch won't be back, which is unfortunate.

[FantasyFreak]

Dmart just signed with the Raiders. Wonder if this means anything for Lynch?

Think it only increases the likelihood of him not returning back with OAK.

I like this spot for Martin though.

Quite certain Lynch is now done in Oakland. Possibly done in the NFL.

We'll see if anyone comes calling once he's released, but I don't imagine the market will be too hot for him.

This is all speculation. I doubt Martin is getting much more than the league minimum for vets. I think Lynch comes back. I think Gruden wanted another veteran as he did not want Washington and Richard as his only options behind Lynch. Makes no sense to sign Martin with the idea he starts. It makes sense that he is depth behind Marshawn Lynch. I'd be surprised to see Lynch cut. It would seem odd that Gruden stated he wanted Lynch, and McKenzie wears Lynch's apparel at the draft to then cut him. I think Gruden wants Lynch, I think he stated it because he was being truthful.

To me this says the Raiders are keeping Lynch, and not spending any significant (or any) draft capital on a RB. They have too many other needs to address. It makes perfect sense to have a couple of vets, which Gruden tends to prefer. No way the start the year with Martin, Washington and Richard. I could be wrong, but to me this points to Lynch staying.

[Phaded]

Raiders also signed their blocking fullback (no idea how he is) Gruden wanted, they signed Carrier earlier too as a blocking TE.. Looks like Gruden is getting his wish. Now for Lynch to stay and them to pound the rock. If Lynch wants to stay that is.

[Phaded]

And Crabtree released.
*sigh*

He'll land somewhere for sure.

[Shoreline Steamers]

This is all speculation. I doubt Martin is getting much more than the league minimum for vets.

Of course it is. That's what we do here.

Lynch may be back, but the financials on Martin's deal aren't out yet so we've no idea what he's getting paid. What we do know is Lynch is due $6 million for 2018 and that's a pretty big number for what they got out of him last year. If they want Lynch back for another season, it wouldn't surprise me if they at least ask him to restructure.

[skip]

And Crabtree released.
*sigh*

They had to do it for Cooper owners so they can feel good about owning the best WR in Oakland. At least until Jordy signs.

[Phaded]

Yeah - and now Jordy actually gets a better contract than Crabtree had.
Wonderful.