Ickybaluky
03-11-2004, 06:22 AM
Vincent finished his visit with KC, but left without an offer. He apparently has a contract offer from Cincy, but makes no mention of Buffalo.
The Bengals look like his most likely landing spot, as they have a need and have made an offer, but Cincy is also bringing in Bobby Taylor for a visit, so it is still up in the air.
Per the KC Star (requires registration, so I am pasting it):
http://www.kansascity.com/mld/kansascity/sports/football/nfl/kansas_city_chiefs/8156043.htm
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Free-agent cornerback Troy Vincent left Kansas City on Wednesday night without a contract offer from the Chiefs.
“No. Nothing yet,'' Vincent said shortly before leaving Arrowhead Stadium for Kansas City International Airport. “We wanted to complete the visit. I wanted to get back home and discuss it with my wife. I want them to discuss it internally about how they felt.''
If the Chiefs are serious about signing Vincent, a five-time Pro Bowler, they might have to move quickly. Vincent has a contract offer from Cincinnati, and the Bengals on Wednesday released one of their starting corners, Jeff Burris.
That could mean the Bengals are clearing roster space and cap room for Vincent.
“In Cincinnati, I think I'm No. 1 on their priority list,'' Vincent said. “I did tell them I had a commitment to coach (Dick) Vermeil to come here and look at the organization because it was highly recommended.
“I have not spoken to any of those individuals (in Cincinnati) since I've been on this trip because I wanted to devote all my time and effort here. My wife and I will take some time and discuss where we are and what's the best fit.''
Vincent's interest in the Chiefs was sharpened by repeated phone calls from linebacker Shawn Barber, a former teammate of Vincent's in Philadelphia. Vincent said his trip confirmed his image of Kansas City as a place he'd like to play.
“The first thing on my list of things I'm looking for is the coach and what he's about,'' Vincent said. “What's the true man? Coach Vermeil is special. He makes everybody in the organization feel special. I'd like to be a part of that.”
The Bengals look like his most likely landing spot, as they have a need and have made an offer, but Cincy is also bringing in Bobby Taylor for a visit, so it is still up in the air.
Per the KC Star (requires registration, so I am pasting it):
http://www.kansascity.com/mld/kansascity/sports/football/nfl/kansas_city_chiefs/8156043.htm
Text:
Free-agent cornerback Troy Vincent left Kansas City on Wednesday night without a contract offer from the Chiefs.
“No. Nothing yet,'' Vincent said shortly before leaving Arrowhead Stadium for Kansas City International Airport. “We wanted to complete the visit. I wanted to get back home and discuss it with my wife. I want them to discuss it internally about how they felt.''
If the Chiefs are serious about signing Vincent, a five-time Pro Bowler, they might have to move quickly. Vincent has a contract offer from Cincinnati, and the Bengals on Wednesday released one of their starting corners, Jeff Burris.
That could mean the Bengals are clearing roster space and cap room for Vincent.
“In Cincinnati, I think I'm No. 1 on their priority list,'' Vincent said. “I did tell them I had a commitment to coach (Dick) Vermeil to come here and look at the organization because it was highly recommended.
“I have not spoken to any of those individuals (in Cincinnati) since I've been on this trip because I wanted to devote all my time and effort here. My wife and I will take some time and discuss where we are and what's the best fit.''
Vincent's interest in the Chiefs was sharpened by repeated phone calls from linebacker Shawn Barber, a former teammate of Vincent's in Philadelphia. Vincent said his trip confirmed his image of Kansas City as a place he'd like to play.
“The first thing on my list of things I'm looking for is the coach and what he's about,'' Vincent said. “What's the true man? Coach Vermeil is special. He makes everybody in the organization feel special. I'd like to be a part of that.”