I don't know who Darren Connolly is or what sources he might or might not have, and I certainly don't want to disrespect anyone.
However, his tweet about the Saints being mad at him and resulting in nasty phone calls doesn't make a lick of sense.
First, why would a team "leak" a potential trade and then get "mad" at someone for putting it out there, especially if there is supposedly a bidding war going on?
You would think the Saints would send a fruit basket to the guy for leaking it out there that there are multiple teams interested in the player as that could potentially drive up the asking price.
And please don't tell me that someone told him in confidence and said, "Oh please don't tell anyone." I don't buy that for a second because, as I said, if the Saints were really looking to make a trade, I would think it would behoove them to let it be known that Ingram is on the block so that they could get the best possible offer.
(This is the same tactic agents use when trying to get the best contract for their FA clients -- they leak interest of teams to the media in an effort to drive up the price with the real target.)
Second, I highly doubt a team would make a "nasty" call to chastise a member of the media. These are professionals, after all. Right now I would think teams are more worried about setting their rosters than dealing with alleged leaks.
One last thing. I believe this guy said the trade had a 50-50 chance of happening. Gee, if I said there was a 50-50 chance of it raining tomorrow, and it does rain, I look like a genius; if it doesn't, then I can fall back on the 50-50 claim I made.
Again, just my two cents. I personally think the Giants will either retain Ryan Torain, who already knows the system, or they might scan the waiver wire.
I'd personally like to see them get a RB/backup FB type like what they had with Reuben Droughns in 2007, as I think that would kill two birds with one stone, especially if Hyno isn't ready for week 1.
I honestly don't know why more no name reporters like this hack don't rumors out of their ass more often. At the absolute least it gets him more twitter followers with no repercussions when it undoubtedly never happens
Is coming back in October so we don't need another back?? He'll come come to do what ? Get hurt again? I think TC is getting a bit tired of some players not being able to stay healthy.
who question the super love for Joseph. He was the guy in the middle last year when we got run all over. Hasn't shown the ability on the field to be the disruptive force he was suppose to be. No great get to the QB skills either. He is going to want way more money than we are willing (or should) pay. If the right deal came along I would listen hard.
I can't remember offhand if Robinson, who i think was cut by the Hawks, carried the ball much. If yes, then yeah, that would be a guy I'd investigate considering 1) not sure if Hyno is ready for week 1, and 2) the TE blocking this preseason is still a work in progress.
Ingram was a player they loved in the draft, wouldn't surprise me if they actually had an interest in him, on their terms (ignoring the prior and apparently false rumors).
but off of all that I read from analysts(and BBIers I respect), there was little in his game that would have caused me to hope Reese drafted him. If Reese's interest in him was truly legitimate, I cannot see why he would have coveted him. That said, he would know far more than I could ever hope to know evaluation-wise
NYG coveted Ingram, and they picked the player who was higher on their draft board in Prince. Prince slipping to us was a shock. This info is all confirmed.
He lacked speed and elusiveness, but projected to be a rugged, instinctive runner who would move piles and the chains. To date, he's been oft-injured and not as projected, but is still young and plenty of clock left in his NFL career.
Pass heavy offense that uses 3-4 different RB's. He'd be a factor on a more balanced offense that actually gave him enough touches. He'd be a great pickup for us. Don't see it happening, though.
and giving an idea of what his scouting profile looked like, briefly.
Fans are quick to dismiss young players, and Ingram came into the NFL at 20-21 years of age. On the flip, our own Linval has played some terrific DT at times, and some are ready to trade him for a RB. It boggles the mind.
I'd be happy to see him in blue, if a trade were made in terms favorable to NYG. I'm not trading a DT or a #3 pick for him, but a #4 or #5 pick I'd be ok with trading.
want to trade from a position of strength to acquire a need..That is the most idiotic thing a GM can do..Every year, geniuses want to trade a DT or DE for a new shiny toy..
Have never been a big fan of a running back who can't average
at lease 4.5 yards per carry. For that reason I thought that Rodney Hampton was not worth all the fuss made over him. Sure, he would be in the top ten rushers, but have the lowest yards per carry.
If we do trade for a player, giving away a forth or fifth round draft choice is a good deal. Giants traded Shockey for 2nd and 5th round choices, which turned into Clint Sintim and Rhett Bomar. In other words, we traded Shockey for nothing.
listen guys I know linval has been there for us these past few years and hes a beast d tackle but I think we have enough depth at d tackle to let him go to add ingram cause lets be serious we cant relie the hole load on Wilson this year if we do that's it he wont be shit in playoffs hes no Adrian Peterson lol. I say we have to go to free agencie or make this trade for ingram to split the carrys cause I don't want Wilson to be all beat up for the playoffs.. soo if this does happen good luck to linval had a good few years with him. lets go mark ingram !!!!!!! GIANTS NATION !!! BEST TEAM IN THE WORLD
Luckily Reese is not stupid enough to trade Joseph for a backup
Personally I would have them a half eaten jelly doughnut for the worthless clown.
Trading Marvin Austin could be possible
I can understand, throwing his name out there, because he will be asking way more than he is worth next year...but I'm not sold on Ingram....
For the life of me, what has Joseph done? He is not a monster in the middle of the line....he's a good DT, no more.....
He probably won't be here next year....
he's a pro bowl type player
However, his tweet about the Saints being mad at him and resulting in nasty phone calls doesn't make a lick of sense.
First, why would a team "leak" a potential trade and then get "mad" at someone for putting it out there, especially if there is supposedly a bidding war going on?
You would think the Saints would send a fruit basket to the guy for leaking it out there that there are multiple teams interested in the player as that could potentially drive up the asking price.
And please don't tell me that someone told him in confidence and said, "Oh please don't tell anyone." I don't buy that for a second because, as I said, if the Saints were really looking to make a trade, I would think it would behoove them to let it be known that Ingram is on the block so that they could get the best possible offer.
(This is the same tactic agents use when trying to get the best contract for their FA clients -- they leak interest of teams to the media in an effort to drive up the price with the real target.)
Second, I highly doubt a team would make a "nasty" call to chastise a member of the media. These are professionals, after all. Right now I would think teams are more worried about setting their rosters than dealing with alleged leaks.
One last thing. I believe this guy said the trade had a 50-50 chance of happening. Gee, if I said there was a 50-50 chance of it raining tomorrow, and it does rain, I look like a genius; if it doesn't, then I can fall back on the 50-50 claim I made.
Again, just my two cents. I personally think the Giants will either retain Ryan Torain, who already knows the system, or they might scan the waiver wire.
I'd personally like to see them get a RB/backup FB type like what they had with Reuben Droughns in 2007, as I think that would kill two birds with one stone, especially if Hyno isn't ready for week 1.
he has not merited it yet with his play on the field
Ingram was a player they loved in the draft, wouldn't surprise me if they actually had an interest in him, on their terms (ignoring the prior and apparently false rumors).
If we're making comparisons. Mark Ingram is an even larger bust.
Fans are quick to dismiss young players, and Ingram came into the NFL at 20-21 years of age. On the flip, our own Linval has played some terrific DT at times, and some are ready to trade him for a RB. It boggles the mind.
I'd be happy to see him in blue, if a trade were made in terms favorable to NYG. I'm not trading a DT or a #3 pick for him, but a #4 or #5 pick I'd be ok with trading.
If we do trade for a player, giving away a forth or fifth round draft choice is a good deal. Giants traded Shockey for 2nd and 5th round choices, which turned into Clint Sintim and Rhett Bomar. In other words, we traded Shockey for nothing.
it starts with one
everyone ridicules him
then slowly some come around and before you know it its majority lol
We have a good nucleus at DT.
I think Austin is a bust. Him and a 5th rd pick would be pretty fair deal for Ingram IMO.