Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

[Night Train]

Just an educated guess/dart throw and nothing more.

If Turner can be had for a 2nd rounder, (I realize it's all speculation) he'll also need a new contract (not speculation), as a restricted FA.

Freeing up cap space could indicate another deal is around the corner. While some speculate on Briggs, I would think Turner is more likely a target. His contract demands wouldn't come close to Briggs and would solve one obvious positional need for 2007. Then LB gets addressed in the Draft and Patrick Willis is NOT the only option.

Let's watch the Spikes trade finish up and see what happens. The Draft is still more than a month away, meaning we plenty of time to explore additional trade possibilities.

My only question is how much actual cap space.. or "cash to cap" space do we have left, assuming Spikes is moved ? Maybe Clump or someone else could answer this. Thanks in advance.

[Bert102176]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

why all the love for Turner he is a 2nd tier RB, that benefits from a great OL and from only sparing LT

[Mitchy moo]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

We need a legit #1 RB, not a backup.

[Night Train]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

why all the love for Turner he is a 2nd tier RB, that benefits from a great OL and from only sparing LT

He could very well be but has actually shown something positive in spot duty in the NFL. Save me the Lamont Jordan comparison, since each player is an indivual case.

A 2nd round pick is less risky than a 1st rounder on Peterson (durabilty) or Lynch (off-field concerns). Looking great against Iowa St. and Stanford doesn't make them slam dunks for NFL stardom or a smart investment, if red flags are showing.

Turner was a 2nd team All-American in College himself and seems to have NFL level talent. It's all a gamble but he'd be worth a dice roll, IMO. He shows something.

[Mr. Miyagi]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

No thanks on Turner. He's another glorified backup with "flashes of brilliance" and "potentials" that's been hyped up by the media only, like another Matt Schaub.

[Forward_Lateral]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

How about spending some money on Defense. There's a thought.

[Night Train]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

How about spending some money on Defense. There's a thought.

Briggs or someone else ?

[Devin]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

Id love Turner here, it would be pretty cool if your theory was right.

Those who say hes a glorified backup.....etc simply havent watched him play.

[ZacGriffi~82]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

Id love Turner here, it would be pretty cool if your theory was right.

Those who say hes a glorified backup.....etc simply havent watched him play.

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[jamze132]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

I don't think I would give up a 2nd rounder for Turner. Maybe Spikes and our 4th.

[HHURRICANE]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

We need to free up Cap Space just to sign our rookies. I'm not joking. There will be no more trades. Trust me.

[Kenny]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

I don't think I would give up a 2nd rounder for Turner. Maybe Spikes and our 4th.

IF we're going to spend a day1 pick (and if it's not going to cost our first) on a running back, -I"d much rather have Turner that the other option:

Round1:
Lynch or Peterson vs. Willis or Okoye

So make your pick:
Option 1
Willis or Okoye - Round1
Michael Turner - Round2

OR

Option 2
Lynch or Peterson - Round1
(Best Lineback Available) - Round2

Which option do you think will make our team better? For me, I'll take Option1 any day of the week.
Remember, -this is a runningback we're talking about... And the running that's available to draft isnt going to be one of those 'elite' runningbacks coming out of college.
Neither Lynch, and not even Peterson (due to his durability issues) will ever be compared to the RB prospects coming out college in past years like Reggie Bush, LT, Ricky Williams, (or even McGahee pre Bowl-Injury), etc...

[Tatonka]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

Id love Turner here, it would be pretty cool if your theory was right.

Those who say hes a glorified backup.....etc simply havent watched him play.

has turner ever had to start and play a full game by himself in the nfl?

[Ickybaluky]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

has turner ever had to start and play a full game by himself in the nfl?

He did as a rookie in 2004. He ran 15 times for 87 yards and caught 4 passes for 8 yards in a 24-17 SD win against KC.

[Tatonka]

Re: Spikes Trade Opens Up Cap Space...For Perhaps RB Turner ?

what is your opinion of him NE?

i really dont know.. he has looked crazy good in relief duty..

some say well he is playing behind a good line.. and i hope the bills will have a good line.

as far as being a back up to LT.. well, i dont know that it makes a difference.. the opposing team is trying to stop the running back out there.. either he can run or not.. and the kid definately looks like he can run.. that is for sure.

why was he drafted so low out of college?

i guess durability would be a concern.