We know AP has interest in the Giants but this is the first I've heard that the Giants may have interest on their end. I would rather take a flier with Jamaal, and perhaps a pick in a loaded RB class. I can't see the Giants shelling out decent $ for 30+ YO RBs coming off significant injuries. Intriguing regardless.
"Most likely landing spots? I hear the Giants are interested, and I have not heard the same about the Packers, but if the money’s realistic, Green Bay makes so much sense."
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I call bullshit.
This is such a ridiculous premise. First of all, if that were his goal, he could do so by attaching the speculated interest to any team, not just the Giants (and there are larger national fanbases than NYG's which would theoretically benefit him more in this regard); secondly, for a reporter of King's stature and reputation, he'll gain more hits over time by providing good info.
That's not to say that AP is going to end up on the Giants - it doesn't even really suggest what the level of interest is - but I don't take King's reports as clickbait. Yes, the guy is a little more interested in where to get his next choco-mocha-latte than he is in keeping his ear to the ground 24/7, but he does have good sources and solid credibility. Is he immune to an agent floating an angle? Of course not. But he's not the type to make crap up for hits.
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This is such a ridiculous premise. First of all, if that were his goal, he could do so by attaching the speculated interest to any team, not just the Giants (and there are larger national fanbases than NYG's which would theoretically benefit him more in this regard); secondly, for a reporter of King's stature and reputation, he'll gain more hits over time by providing good info.
OJ Anderson II, anyone ? As far as I know, he has reformed his ways. He paid a price. The way this is supposed to work is that we are a redemptive society. I would not mind, therefore, Peterson becoming a Giant. I doubt that they pursue him, Dunk, because he is a bad fit for their offense, in my opinion .
That's not to say that AP is going to end up on the Giants - it doesn't even really suggest what the level of interest is - but I don't take King's reports as clickbait. Yes, the guy is a little more interested in where to get his next choco-mocha-latte than he is in keeping his ear to the ground 24/7, but he does have good sources and solid credibility. Is he immune to an agent floating an angle? Of course not. But he's not the type to make crap up for hits.
I'd be surprised if hey signed AP. There's no reason to bring him here from both a financial and moral standpoint.
This ^^^
^This. Also agree that the Giants investigate everything and everyone.
I see this as a DRC-type addition for the offense. A freakishly skilled veteran that everybody will look up to, and who will make impact plays on Sunday.
I see this as a DRC-type addition for the offense. A freakishly skilled veteran that everybody will look up to, and who will make impact plays on Sunday.
yes you are. because as stated here ad nauseum, the Giants are a bad fit for him. He's a Deep I back, the Giants are WCO run from the shotgun, ballerina offense. Peterson needs a commitment to a power running attack with a good OL, and TEs and FBs who can block. It would be a stupid signing for both sides.
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I see this as a DRC-type addition for the offense. A freakishly skilled veteran that everybody will look up to, and who will make impact plays on Sunday.
Yes. And what makes you so sure people will look up to him? He's a fucking coward and while his other teammates may have forgiven him do you expect every one of our players to welcome a child beater with open arms?
By all accounts Josh Brown's demons were kept within. Based on the Cruz comments about how disappointed he was to learn about who he really is, I would wager there will be more than a handful of players that wouldn't "look up" to Peterson.
Peter King = Regurgitate What I am Fed
Not really. Zero tolerance implies a strict refusal to accept a certain form of behavior. You can't have a zero tolerance policy on something unless there is something currently occurring which requires zero tolerance. According to Peterson, he's changed through counseling (womp womp womp) and is no longer beating his kids, having learned other methods of disciplining.
I'm not advocating they sign Peterson. But zero tolerance doesn't really apply the way it did for Josh Brown.
Skewer me. :)
In terms of not fitting the scheme - not buying that.
In terms of not fitting the scheme - not buying that.
NFL players are much more forgiving of other NFL players' past transgressions than fans are. We see it all the time. They're a fraternity. Mike Vick did well for himself after his heinous actions. Our very own John Jerry is well-respected in the locker room as well. Peterson will integrate himself just fine into whichever locker room he ends up in.
Front offices have to deal with PR backlash though. And fans on the other hand, are very unforgiving. I would be really surprised if the Giants and Peterson agree on a contract. But if they do, I'll hope Peterson can squeak out another productive year or two while he's here.
1. Zeke Elliott is being investigated for domestic assualt.
2. And if both Elliott and Peterson are healthy and available this season, thats some RB rotation right there.
3. Why have just one abusive RB when you can have two?
More than likely that it's Dak who isn't as good as everyone thinks, and they want to keep the ball out of his hands as much as possible, and don't want to over work Zeke and shorten his prime.
Meggett et al were many years ago, things are different now.
"In 1998, Meggett was arrested in Toronto, Canada, after authorities said he allegedly assaulted an escort worker after a three-way sexual encounter. A trial on the assault charge ended with a hung jury in April 2000.[4]
Meggett was the parks and recreation director in Robersonville, N.C. but resigned in 2006, after he was accused of sexually assaulting his former girlfriend.[5] In 2007, he was convicted of misdemeanor sexual battery in the case, receiving two years probation. Authorities said he was allowed to move back to South Carolina to serve his probation.
On November 10, 2010, Meggett was sentenced to 30 years in prison for burglary and criminal sexual conduct.[6] Meggett's current release date is slated for July 2034.
Dave Meggett - ( New Window )
If he wants to win now then the Patriots, ATL, Green Bay, Chiefs etc are nice options for his services. I think Giants are a tier below SB contender as things stand now.
How? How does it make no sense for Peterson to come to the Giants but all the sense in the world in GB. Packers actually had a more productive running game in 2016 and they still could re-sign Lacy. I don't even love Peterson but it makes a ton of sense for the Giants to be looking at any and all power RBs.
I call bullshit.
Peterson likely won't cost much at all. I still don't know if I like him here but he won't cost shit. His days of earning big bucks are over. His days of even playing could come to an end unless he shows something in 2017, and fast.
"In 1998, Meggett was arrested in Toronto, Canada, after authorities said he allegedly assaulted an escort worker after a three-way sexual encounter. A trial on the assault charge ended with a hung jury in April 2000.[4]
Meggett was the parks and recreation director in Robersonville, N.C. but resigned in 2006, after he was accused of sexually assaulting his former girlfriend.[5] In 2007, he was convicted of misdemeanor sexual battery in the case, receiving two years probation. Authorities said he was allowed to move back to South Carolina to serve his probation.
On November 10, 2010, Meggett was sentenced to 30 years in prison for burglary and criminal sexual conduct.[6] Meggett's current release date is slated for July 2034. Dave Meggett - ( New Window )
I get it, but regardless, his name is still attached to the organization and apparently it was already a part of his "character" to do the things he did. He didn't just wake up one morning and decide to do the things he did. I get the fact that looking at someone's indiscretions off the field are a part of the package and I'm not trying to say that that's wrong. What I am saying is that it's egregious for everyone to sit there and talk down on someone else as if there life (out of the spotlight) is mistake free..The man served his penalty (suspension) no different than a criminal that already paid their debt to society. Let that man play football.