Let the rumors in FA begin

INbengalfan · Joined: 21 Jan 2006 Posts: 4677 Location: Richmond, IN

Thought we could start a free agency rumors thread for the bengals.

The first one I stumbled on was Dashon Goldston.

http://cincinnati.com/blogs/bengals/2013/03/05/keeping-them-honest-the-dashon-goldson-comments/

While i don't see it happeneing for several reasons, it at least gives us something to squabble over as March 12 inches closer.
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TheVillain112 · Joined: 19 Feb 2010 Posts: 12479

Normally in a deep safety class like this, I would say no to paying Goldson the kind of money he wants. But one of the biggest issues I have with Zimmer (other than playing Geathers), is he doesn't like/trust young DBs. So even if we draft a young DB, Zimmer will probably bench him for Crocker or Clements (sigh).

If we bring in a guy like Goldson, I think Zimmer would trust a veteran DB like him and give him playing time...

sparky151 · Joined: 07 Feb 2012 Posts: 1283 Location: Columbus, OH

Goldson or William Moore would be good signings for the Bengals. This is a deep safety draft but not a particularly good one. I doubt the Bengals bring in a high priced free agent though unless Andre walks.

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RedGreenShow · Joined: 06 Feb 2012 Posts: 751 Location: Nati

That would be unreal. He could be the missing piece that truly makes our D elite.
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Jason_Bengal_Fl · Joined: 02 Aug 2006 Posts: 3225

I would be very happy if we could land Goldson or Moore and Philip Wheeler. That would just about allow us to go straight BPA.
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THE DUKE · Joined: 28 Feb 2005 Posts: 14282 Location: Centerville, OH

We're going to be the team that everybody talks to and no one signs with so we can drive up the price of these players and limit other teams caps now and in future years. I'll be completely floored if we sign anyone that isn't a backup or a vet retread outside of our own guys.
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INbengalfan · Joined: 21 Jan 2006 Posts: 4677 Location: Richmond, IN

ark23 · Joined: 04 Dec 2012 Posts: 1282 Location: Columbus, Ohio

Even if we don't get Goldson though I'm starting to think that it's very unlikely that we take a safety with our first round pick. Highest Marvin has ever taken a safety in the draft is with, what pick 56 with Madieu Williams? I think if we retain Andre we go either LB or RB at 21 and if we don't get Andre go OL, LB or RB at 21. Just don't think it's safety.

Can't say I wouldn't be a fan of Goldson however.

RedGreenShow · Joined: 06 Feb 2012 Posts: 751 Location: Nati

johndeere1707 · Joined: 01 Apr 2006 Posts: 5285

the only situation i would take someone at 21 is:

1. If Vaccarro is there
2. If someone falls (J. Jones)
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INbengalfan · Joined: 21 Jan 2006 Posts: 4677 Location: Richmond, IN

Carson4MVP · Joined: 30 Mar 2007 Posts: 1288 Location: Hilliard

What would you guys think about Eric Winston if Andre doesn't move on his 10 million per season request. A very solid T who can be a stop gap as we draft a guy in the 3rd or 4th round and groom him to replace Winston. I think he can be had for 5-6 million per season.
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sparky151 · Joined: 07 Feb 2012 Posts: 1283 Location: Columbus, OH

I'm sure Winston would be happy to get 5 mil per, since that's what he signed for last year and didn't live up to. If we let Andre walk and go for someone less expensive, then I'd prefer someone like Loadholt or Vollmer who can be plugged in and left there for 5 years. The alternative is to find a stopgap then draft a replacement but that requires an extra roster spot and we won't get full value from the stopgap if the rookie develops as hoped.

49ers Finest · Joined: 28 Dec 2011 Posts: 5713 Location: San Jose

I know Adam jones had a good season last year. Do you guys expect to resign him or let dre take take over.
Also do you think he could excel on the nickel? And what kind of contract do you expect him to get? Annual?

Thanks guys

Edit: I think Goldson would be a great addition to your d. He can set the tone and lay the wood. Also his coverage is much improved. Would help take your d to the next level. You guys should pay da man Laughing

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