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jgboys1
12-01-2011, 01:00 PM
During both the Week 12 10-pack (http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/11/28/week-12-monday-10-pack-2/) and Monday night’s edition of NBC SportsTalk (http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/11/29/mondays-10-things-to-know-from-nbc-sportstalk/), we pointed out that, if Vikings quarterback Donovan McNabb (http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/704/donovan-mcnabb) has any desire to play football, he should ask the team for his release.
He apparently has.
Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that McNabb will be released today.

Read more.........

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2011/12/01/report-vikings-to-release-mcnabb/
pjtoadie
12-01-2011, 01:01 PM
AdamSchefter Adam Schefter
Filed to ESPN: Vikings plan to release Donovan McNabb today, according to a league source.


Would anyone want to bring him here to backup Romo with Kitna's health problems? Not sure I would but I wanted to see what everyone thought.
Cowboys&LakersFan
12-01-2011, 01:02 PM
The Minnesota Vikings plan to release veteran quarterback Donovan McNabb later Thursday, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.

McNabb was benched by Vikings coach Leslie Frazier in mid-October, and rookie Christian Ponder has been behind center ever since. McNabb has remained on the team as the backup.

"I know I have a lot of football left in me," McNabb said at the time of his benching.

Frazier said then that the decision was based solely on what gives the team the best chance to win.

The Minnesota Vikings plan to release veteran quarterback Donovan McNabb later Thursday, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.

McNabb was benched by Vikings coach Leslie Frazier in mid-October, and rookie Christian Ponder has been behind center ever since. McNabb has remained on the team as the backup.

"I know I have a lot of football left in me," McNabb said at the time of his benching.

Frazier said then that the decision was based solely on what gives the team the best chance to win.



Link (http://espn.go.com/nfl/story/_/id/7303097/minnesota-vikings-expected-release-donovan-mcnabb-source-says)

Looks like this could be it for McNabb. He can deny it all it wants, but the proof is in the pudding the guy just doesn't have it anymore. There's an old saying that father time is undefeated. That's true and father time has caught up with Donavan McNabb. This is now the 3rd time in the last 20 months that McNabb has been either cut or traded.
Joe Realist
12-01-2011, 01:02 PM
Do the Cowboys put in a claim for him???
Cowboys&LakersFan
12-01-2011, 01:05 PM
AdamSchefter Adam Schefter
Filed to ESPN: Vikings plan to release Donovan McNabb today, according to a league source.


Would anyone want to bring him here to backup Romo with Kitna's health problems? Not sure I would but I wanted to see what everyone thought.

At this point I don't think he's any less done than Kitna.
Frozen700
12-01-2011, 01:05 PM
Hell no!
The Emperor
12-01-2011, 01:05 PM
Doe the Cowboys put in a claim for him??/

That would be hilarious if we did.

It would be like when we had Randall Cunningham come back up Troy Aikman.
Cowboy06
12-01-2011, 01:05 PM
I don't think so, but wouldn't it be interesting to see him back in Philly? Just wondering aloud.
links18
12-01-2011, 01:06 PM
Is McNabb subject to waivers?
Cowboys&LakersFan
12-01-2011, 01:07 PM
I hope he retires.
Illini88228
12-01-2011, 01:08 PM
My guess is he ends up in Chicago. That's where he's from, and I'm not a Hanie believer.
Encore
12-01-2011, 01:08 PM
Cowboys put in a claim to block Bears.

McNabb is definitely at the end of his career, but playing for his hometown Bears might give him alittle extra juice.
Joe Realist
12-01-2011, 01:08 PM
according the nfl.com, we are behind Bears in standings (by league), so don't be shocked..unless the Cowboys think he would be a distraction.
tayloner182
12-01-2011, 01:09 PM
Is McNabb subject to waivers?

Yes. We have the same record as the Bears, so I'm not sure which one of us has priority.
03EBZ06
12-01-2011, 01:11 PM
I wonder if he still believes that he is a starter or finally come to terms that he will be nothing more than a back up.
AbeBeta
12-01-2011, 01:12 PM
Don will hang them up.

Honestly, if his personality were a little different, he'd be an outstanding #2 for a team that had a young QB. He's certainly been through a ton and could be huge as a mentor.
The Emperor
12-01-2011, 01:13 PM
http://www.dallasnews.com/incoming/20110719-071811randallcunningham10.jpg.ece/BINARY/w620x413/071811randallcunningham10.jpg
Joe Realist
12-01-2011, 01:14 PM
Don will hang them up.

Honestly, if his personality were a little different, he'd be an outstanding #2 for a team that had a young QB. He's certainly been through a ton and could be huge as a mentor.


The Bears will put in a claim for him, maybe even the Texans and maybe our Cowboys.
CATCH17
12-01-2011, 01:15 PM
I think he'll be a Texan.

He's been a West Coast offense QB his entire career.
Sam I Am
12-01-2011, 01:15 PM
Doe the Cowboys put in a claim for him??/

Only if Jerry is trying to commit suicide.
AbeBeta
12-01-2011, 01:21 PM
The Bears will put in a claim for him, maybe even the Texans and maybe our Cowboys.

i doubt it. He has a reputation for not being quick to pick up an offense. I doubt that any team that needs a QB is going to think he is a legit option.
Manwiththeplan
12-01-2011, 01:22 PM
I think he'll be a Texan.

He's been a West Coast offense QB his entire career.

The Bears have claim on him first and atleast will bring him in to see if he can help.
Wolfpack
12-01-2011, 01:24 PM
Roll with Mcgee.
Wolfpack
12-01-2011, 01:26 PM
I liked this part of the article..."Regardless, it’ll make for an interesting 24 hours, especially while we wait for the Colts to cobble together an excuse for not making a claim for McNabb."

Lol at Colts.
CATCH17
12-01-2011, 01:27 PM
The Bears have claim on him first and atleast will bring him in to see if he can help.

How do the Bears get the first claim?

Houston had a worse record last year.
stasheroo
12-01-2011, 01:27 PM
I can't ever see it happening.

Never say never, but I would honestly be very surprised.

My bet would be Chicago.
Picksix
12-01-2011, 01:29 PM
How do the Bears get the first claim?

Houston had a worse record last year.

It's not about last year. It's whoever has the worse record at the time.
LandryFan
12-01-2011, 01:30 PM
How do the Bears get the first claim?

Houston had a worse record last year.
I'm pretty sure that claim priority is based on this year's record.
Aikmaniac
12-01-2011, 01:32 PM
Freeman's hurt in Tampa.

Don't be surprised to see the Bucs put in a claim.
budsboys
12-01-2011, 01:33 PM
i think the boys should put a claim in for him only because if romo goes down and kitna having back issue i think he would be a better back up than mcgee at this point in their careers.
The Quest for Six
12-01-2011, 01:33 PM
he's a west coast offense quarterback so he's no use for the cowboys or the bears...he's done, retire already McNabb
The Quest for Six
12-01-2011, 01:34 PM
How do the Bears get the first claim?

Houston had a worse record last year.


Houston signed Delomme
Dale
12-01-2011, 01:36 PM
On the surface, it makes some sense. We're in need of a backup QB with Kitna injured, and it's probably in our interest to "block" NFC teams in need of a starting QB.

But as others have said, I have my doubts that he would fit our system. He's inaccurate, slow to pick up an offense and radpidly declining in overall skill.

Orton's a guy who, while never a top-shelf starter, "feels" like a quality backup in this league. I don't know that the same can be said of McNabb.
Givincer
12-01-2011, 01:37 PM
If the Cowboys can get him for a backup, I don't see how anyone could not want that.
MonsterD
12-01-2011, 01:39 PM
If the Cowboys can get him for a backup, I don't see how anyone could not want that.

Because he is awful. I trust McGee more than him.
Galian Beast
12-01-2011, 01:39 PM
I don't think McNabb has to go through the waiver wire.
GimmeTheBall!
12-01-2011, 01:39 PM
Do the Cowboys put in a claim for him???


Oh, you are such a kidder.
ufcrules1
12-01-2011, 01:39 PM
I like him as a backup QB. He has a ton of experience. We don't have to hold on to him forever... just through this year. I have more confidence in him than I do Kitna or Mcgee right now. Kitna is majorly banged up and can't play and Mcgee lacks experience. We NEED someone. Orton would have been ideal but he isn't available. Give me Mcnabb!
GimmeTheBall!
12-01-2011, 01:40 PM
Do the Cowboys put in a claim for him???

Do we need Stadium parking attendants or concessions help?
Oh, I am such a kidder.
Cowboys&LakersFan
12-01-2011, 01:40 PM
McNabb as a Cowboy? That just doesn't sound or feel right. It's like when Shaq signed with the Celtics. It just doesn't feel right at all.
Joe Realist
12-01-2011, 01:42 PM
McNabb doesn't have to go through the waiver wire, he is a free agent.


You are correct! Then he must know of a team that will want him..for him to ask for his release.
ufcrules1
12-01-2011, 01:44 PM
You are correct! Then he must know of a team that will want him..for him to ask for his release.

I'm sure there is more than one team interested.
Givincer
12-01-2011, 01:45 PM
Because he is awful. I trust McGee more than him.

If Romo goes down prior to or in the playoffs, I would trust McNabb over McGee and his 44 pass attempts.
sonnyboy
12-01-2011, 01:47 PM
he's a west coast offense quarterback so he's no use for the cowboys or the bears...he's done, retire already McNabb


Why would you want him to retire? Wouldn't you prefer he fill some critical role on a team we may in the very near future play?:D
BlueStar22
12-01-2011, 01:47 PM
I'd take him as a back up. Can't believe people here would rather see Stephen McGee if Romo goes down.
MonsterD
12-01-2011, 01:51 PM
If Romo goes down prior to or in the playoffs, I would trust McNabb over McGee and his 44 pass attempts.

McNabb has shown he is not even worth having on a team the last two seasons. McGee has shown the last two seasons that he can improve greatly.

Of course you could go see what Vinny Testeverde or Drew Bledsoe are up to right now and "trust" their 4000 pass attempts over the 44, :donthear: .
windward
12-01-2011, 02:15 PM
McNabb is not a leader IMO. I want him nowhere near our team.

John McClain made a really good point on NFLN. if McNabb was really a mentor, he'd mentor Christian Ponder for the rest of the season instead of asking for his release. Speaks volumes to me.
stasheroo
12-01-2011, 02:22 PM
McNabb is not a leader IMO. I want him nowhere near our team.

John McClain made a really good point on NFLN. if McNabb was really a mentor, he'd mentor Christian Ponder for the rest of the season instead of asking for his release. Speaks volumes to me.

I go completely the other way.

To me, this is a testament to McNabb's competitiveness.

He could collect a paycheck while not playing in Minnesota or collect the same paycheck contributing elsewhere on the field.

Possibly for a team with playoff and even Super Bowl aspirations - like Houston or Chicago.
Keystone_Heavy
12-01-2011, 02:22 PM
McNabb has shown he is not even worth having on a team the last two seasons. McGee has shown the last two seasons that he can improve greatly.
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Ok, call me when he HAS improved greatly. Until then, I would rather have McNabb any day.
MonsterD
12-01-2011, 02:36 PM
Ok, call me when he HAS improved greatly. Until then, I would rather have McNabb any day.

Guess you never saw the last two games last year, or any pre-season games.
BraveHeartFan
12-01-2011, 02:49 PM
I would think he winds up in Chicago. I'd honestly be pretty shocked if he wound up as a backup in Dallas.
cowboyschmps3
12-01-2011, 03:28 PM
if he were to come here it be funny, but we do need a back up, so i wouldn't doubt it
InmanRoshi
12-01-2011, 04:29 PM
Two things you need to be a backup QB .... you can't have a huge ego and you have to be a self starter than can prepare by yourself. A lazy guy with a huge ego like McNabb would be a terrible backup.


I wouldn't be surprised if no one claims him. He's really tarnished his reputation the last few years, both on the field and in the lockerroom.