Raiders found out Vick's a smoker and want him so bad

[Mitchy moo]

The Oakland Raiders are preparing to make a run at Falcons QB Michael Vick, according to NFL sources. The Raiders package would include receivers Randy Moss and Jerry Porter plus the No.1 overall pick in the 2007 draft (http://msn.foxsports.com/nfl/player?statsId=5448)for Vick and the Falcons first round pick (10th overall).


http://www.benmaller.com/nfl_rumors_notes

[The King]

I would think Oakland would want to keep Moss, he actually might work with Vick.

[Kerr]

Al Davis is out of his mind if he does something like that. Just stick to your first pick and draft JeMarcus Russell, Big Al. Randy Moss will love Russell. He'll play for Russell. Closest thing to Culpepper he'll get.

[OpIv37]

the Falcons would be stupid to turn that down- that's way more than Vick is worth.

Plus, they could have their pick of QB's at #1 to replace Vick- Russell, Quinn, Smith- whoever they like best. They could probably trade the pick again and move down a few spots and still get one of those guys.

[THATHURMANATOR]

Why would they give up so much for an average QB?

[OpIv37]

Why would they give up so much for an average QB?

desperation I guess- when was the last time Oakland had a decent QB? For all Vick's flaws, he's better than anyone Oakland's had in at least a decade.

[Kerr]

Why would they give up so much for an average QB?

Why would they give up so much for a running back?

[The King]

the Falcons would be stupid to turn that down- that's way more than Vick is worth.

Plus, they could have their pick of QB's at #1 to replace Vick- Russell, Quinn, Smith- whoever they like best. They could probably trade the pick again and move down a few spots and still get one of those guys.

My guess is atlanta would just utilize Schaub.

[OpIv37]

My guess is atlanta would just utilize Schaub.

that too, but that's their loss. Schaub has "Rob Johnson" written all over him.

[Mitchy moo]

My guess is atlanta would just utilize Schaub.

I'm sure this all makes vick feel so welcome in atlanta, lol.

[TigerJ]

If Davis does that, he's guaranteeing the Raiders at least 3 more years of high draft choices. When the fans see how hopeless the Raiders are with Vick at QB Davis may have wholesale fan rebellion on his hands. I love it!

[evol4276]

i was just thinking yesterday that i could see him a raider or a dolphin.. weird stuff

[dolphan117]

Am I the only one who thinks this is a perfect trade? Al Davis and the raiders will continue to suck and Vick gets to go and die in obscurity. I think they deserve each other.

[evol4276]

and the falcons can grow an even larger shmorgisboard of wr's

[YardRat]

I pull the trigger on that deal in a second if I'm Atlanta.

[Stewie]

win or lose, Vick will put a lot of extra butts in the seats.

[BILLSROCK1212]

My guess is atlanta would just utilize Schaub.
they could trade Schaub and get another first rounder or second rounder like maybe trade him to the Jags

[HHURRICANE]

the Falcons would be stupid to turn that down- that's way more than Vick is worth.

Plus, they could have their pick of QB's at #1 to replace Vick- Russell, Quinn, Smith- whoever they like best. They could probably trade the pick again and move down a few spots and still get one of those guys.

I've been down here 10 years and I have yet to become a Falcons fan. Couldn't stand Reeves and Michael Vick is th epotomy of everything I hate in professional sports. No "I" in team.

However, I could watch a Matt Schaub team as long as our dumb-ass owner stays off the field.

[HHURRICANE]

If Davis does that, he's guaranteeing the Raiders at least 3 more years of high draft choices. When the fans see how hopeless the Raiders are with Vick at QB Davis may have wholesale fan rebellion on his hands. I love it!

L.A. Raiders sounds alot better than L.A. Bills!!

[RedEyE]

They tested Mike Vick's water bottle today and the results were negative on any narcotic substance. He's in the clear.

If this rumor holds true, I can almost guarantee that Aurthur Blank steps in and takes the bait on this one.

[YardRat]

Couldn't stand Reeves and Michael Vick is th epotomy of everything I hate in professional sports. No "I" in team.


There is one in epitome, though. And two 'e's.

[HHURRICANE]

There is one in epitome, though. And two 'e's.

Are you a stalker?

[dolphan117]

From SI's truth and rumors

Miami-Dade police denied on Wednesday that Michael Vick received any preferential treatment. Miami-Dade County police have deleted their video of last week's airport incident in an apparent violation of state law. Airport officials won't release their copy of the video either, citing national security concerns.
-- Atlanta Journal-Constitution
http://sportsillustrated.cnn.com/2007/scorecard/01/25/truth.rumors.nfl/index.html
Boy does this whole thing stink of a cover up.

[Bill Brasky]

That would go down as one of the worst trades in history.

Though it'd be great for the Falcons.

I wouldn't even trade Moss for Vick, straight up.

[Oaklandraider]

This is a fake rumor and atlantas GM already came out and said vick will not be going anywhere.

[YardRat]

So you guys will be taking Russell #1 then?

[jamze132]

This would an absolute horrible trade for the Raiders. On the other hand, how could you refuse if you are the Falcons?