Here is an article examined our top 5 free agents and which one should be franchised.Who would make the most sense? http://espn.go.com/blog/new-york/jets/post/_/id/4510/examining-a-possible-franchise-player
With Asomugha's contract off the books for 2011, wouldn't the franchise number for CBs go down a lot?
The only player whose a FA that would deserve the average of the top 5 players at their position would be David Harris and even that is stretching it a little. No one deserves to be franchised on our team based on the money we would need to pay that player.
I'd rather pay one of the receivers over David Harris (preferably Santonio Holmes). I just feel like 3-4 ILB is a replaceable position - a inexpensive player could come in and be productive with Bart Scott and a solid line in front of him. I'm not saying a JAG would even come close to being as good as The Hitman, but it's not a position that's in high demand. Mark Sanchez needs help. Holmes and Edwards need to remain on this team - I think he'll continue to get better and better if the same players stick around. Plus, if we lose one of them, the front office might go after a wideout in the draft over a defensive player.
Im assuming it should. This is what the CB number was last year ( 9.566 Mil) http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2010/01/official_franchisetransition_t.html including other positions.
I'm with ya on this. None of those plays are worth north of 9 mill a season and Holems is the only one I would put close. The beauty of the franchise tag is that its a one year comitment. So with a risky player like Santonio, its a safe bet to make.
I say franchise Santonio. He could really help out Sanchez if he stays. I can't think of any other Jets FAs that are worth the amount of money we'd have to pay them with a franchise tag.
I was thinking the same thing. I just don't see how David Harris is irreplaceable in this Defense. Edwards or Holmes however would be VERY difficult to replace, especially with an unproven rookie. Would much rather lose Cromartie or Harris than lose one of our starting WR's.
I agree with you. I was just referring to the amount of money you have to pay a player that you franchise and I'm not sure any FA we have is worth that much. I really want us to keep Santonio AND Braylon. I thought they complimented each other extremely well. And of course I want us to keep David Harris. But franchising Santonio would cost us more than franchising Harris and I'm not sure either one is worth that Franchise number. I'm going to try to find the top 5 paid ILB's and WR's to see what the cost would be (I probably could use some help with that.)
There are rumors goin around that Harris is lookin likely to be franchised.It is a smart idea lookin at it from a money perspective.
Based on 2009 #'s (Yes, I know it's a year old) franchising a WR would cost you $10.1M and franchising an ILB would cost you $7.96
No, it's not. You really want our team to pay an inside linebacker 9 or 10 million dollars for one season? If Holmes stays out of trouble and keeps making plays, I'd have no problem paying him that much for a season - he can change games. Harris just plays a huge role in our defense, but he's not as important. That money can be used elsewhere - we can bring in multiple role players at different positions with that much money. A rotational end, another safety, and a power back can be acquired with that cash. Also, we need some money to bring back important role players like Robert Turner, Wayne Hunter, and maybe Shaun Ellis. We either need to lock him up long term or let him walk. I have a feeling he'll sign an extension with the Jets. If he leaves, we can bring in a stopgap at the position, draft a mid-rounder, or use an in-house player like Josh Mauga.
Tag Holmes, then trade him and Sione Pouha to Cleveland for a third round pick that can diminish into a seventh rounder.
Everybody, you can't trade vets until there's a new CBA. Harris is the only player I'd think about franchising. I don't love paying ILBs that much but Harris a top five player at the position so at least the franchise tag is what he's worth as a player. Cro, Holmes, Edwards-those guys aren't 9 or 10 million dollar players.
I was kidding you wrote $7.96 with no M sign on it. I dont think he deserves that much money anyway. Im hoping Harris will take a 26millionish 4 year deal. As one of my favorite players Id hate to see him go but he can be replaced. Heres to hoping the salary cap is raised a bit from 2 years ago.
I'm with you on saving as much money as possible - we're going to have to bring in and/or retain a lot of role players. The cost will add up. If LT leaves, another back will need to be signed. If Brunell retires, a backup quarterback will be needed. If Brad Smith leaves, we'll need another gunner/special teamer. I think McKnight or Wilson will handle KR/PR duties if he leaves. Jason Taylor is gone - another situational pass rusher has to be signed, drafted, or both. Wayne Hunter and Robert Turner need to be retained. I think we could lose one of them, so depth along the line will need to be added. A lot of small signings like this will add up.
