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We all know where we want Nnamdi Asomugha, but where does he want to go?
Well a load of reports say Nnamdi wants to either be a Packer or Jet.
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Any thoughts on this?
Well a load of reports say Nnamdi wants to either be a Packer or Jet.
The Oakland Raiders were full of nothing but confidence this time two months ago. The AFC West was experiencing a seesaw effect, and the tormenting ways of the Kansas City Chiefs and San Diego Chargers left the perennial postseason door open for Tom Cable’s team.
With that open door, also went the Raiders season -- right out the window.
On January 9 some intriguing news struck the NFL world. Raiders’ cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha was announced to have his contract void at the end of the 2010/11 season, making him an eligible free agent should Oakland fail to reacquire their star cornerback in a reasonable amount of time.
Open the flood gates and let the mad frenzy begin. Before teams begin to rally for Asomugha’s contract, though, Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis has once again pulled a fast one on his franchise, and not for the first time. Turns out Asomugha’s contract withholds some valuable information, some of which discloses the Raiders disadvantage to slap a franchise tag on their cornerback during some point this offseason.
Hello Green Bay Packers.
According to many sources that maintain connections with the Raiders most valuable player, Asomugha is interested in a move to Green Bay, or in another entirely different case, the New York Jets next year.
The interest Asomugha instils in both the Packers and Jets is relatively simple. After spending eight frustrating seasons with the Oakland Raiders, Asomugha claims that the time has come to join a proven winner – ultimately fitting of Mike McCarthy or Rex Ryan’s current organizations.
What would Asomugha bring to a team like Green Bay that already has one of the best looking secondary’s in the NFL?
Easy. Another cornerback presence to Dom Capers 3-4 scheme, which Packer fans have been wishing for since some controversial and rather boring draft picks in recent years. In 2010 Asomugha hit a rough patch in his career. Not only did he miss two games for the Oakland Raiders, he also went without an interception in 14 weeks, an odd statistic considering Cable’s pass defense was ranked second during the regular season.
Still, interceptions aren’t everything.
Instead of accumulating a high amount of turnovers this year, Asomugha still features his famous trait of speed and agility. The AFC West may not possess the same calibre receivers that the NFC North is known for, but Asomugha’s ability to contain wide receivers would be handy when the Sidney Rice’s, Devin Hester’s and Calvin Johnson’s appear on Green Bay’s schedule.
Then there is the height advantage that envelops a new dimension entirely.
Measured at 6-2 and 210 pounds, Asomugha’s tall frame comes into effect when considering a potential move to Green Bay. Packer cornerback Tramon Williams has been nothing short of great this season with six interceptions to his name, yet Williams’ 5-11 height disadvantage is a concern when taller receivers match up on deep routes.
With that open door, also went the Raiders season -- right out the window.
On January 9 some intriguing news struck the NFL world. Raiders’ cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha was announced to have his contract void at the end of the 2010/11 season, making him an eligible free agent should Oakland fail to reacquire their star cornerback in a reasonable amount of time.
Open the flood gates and let the mad frenzy begin. Before teams begin to rally for Asomugha’s contract, though, Oakland Raiders owner Al Davis has once again pulled a fast one on his franchise, and not for the first time. Turns out Asomugha’s contract withholds some valuable information, some of which discloses the Raiders disadvantage to slap a franchise tag on their cornerback during some point this offseason.
Hello Green Bay Packers.
According to many sources that maintain connections with the Raiders most valuable player, Asomugha is interested in a move to Green Bay, or in another entirely different case, the New York Jets next year.
The interest Asomugha instils in both the Packers and Jets is relatively simple. After spending eight frustrating seasons with the Oakland Raiders, Asomugha claims that the time has come to join a proven winner – ultimately fitting of Mike McCarthy or Rex Ryan’s current organizations.
What would Asomugha bring to a team like Green Bay that already has one of the best looking secondary’s in the NFL?
Easy. Another cornerback presence to Dom Capers 3-4 scheme, which Packer fans have been wishing for since some controversial and rather boring draft picks in recent years. In 2010 Asomugha hit a rough patch in his career. Not only did he miss two games for the Oakland Raiders, he also went without an interception in 14 weeks, an odd statistic considering Cable’s pass defense was ranked second during the regular season.
Still, interceptions aren’t everything.
Instead of accumulating a high amount of turnovers this year, Asomugha still features his famous trait of speed and agility. The AFC West may not possess the same calibre receivers that the NFC North is known for, but Asomugha’s ability to contain wide receivers would be handy when the Sidney Rice’s, Devin Hester’s and Calvin Johnson’s appear on Green Bay’s schedule.
Then there is the height advantage that envelops a new dimension entirely.
Measured at 6-2 and 210 pounds, Asomugha’s tall frame comes into effect when considering a potential move to Green Bay. Packer cornerback Tramon Williams has been nothing short of great this season with six interceptions to his name, yet Williams’ 5-11 height disadvantage is a concern when taller receivers match up on deep routes.
Any thoughts on this?
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