Todd Archer on ESPN 103.3 - Dallas Cowboys Forum

dbair1967 · 03-17-2005

Props to Chocolate Lab at the Ranch for the recap...
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Had several comments beyond just the Howard issue...

-- Is Howard coming here? Not sure. They want him, and they *can* reach a deal with Howard's agent Gary Wichard at any time. The issue is the compensation to the Saints. Archer was at New Orleans (or was it Miami?) when they did the big Ricky Williams trade, and the Saints were good about waiting out the Dolphins to get what they wanted. Thinks that's what's happening here -- both sides are waiting for the other to blink. Deal is far from dead, though. Suggested that the Cowboys could be waiting to see if the Saints lower their offer, and if they don't will do the deal for what the Saints are asking. There's really no hurry, so why not wait.

-- Why is Parcells reluctant to trade Dat when he loves big LBs? (Show hosts are in favor of letting Dat go if need be.) There's an exception to every rule, and Dat is the exception. Parcells loves Dat's dedication, work ethic, and instincts on the field. You know, Parcells did draft Tedi Bruschi, so he doesn't always go for big guys. Some guys have the instincts and playmaking ability to overcome a lack of size.

-- What about safety? There just isn't anyone out there that they really like. Arturo Freeman? Someone like that is all there is. Not sure what they will do there.

-- What's going to happen at RT? I think it's going to be Tucker -- they see something in him. Or, don't forget about Kurt Vollers. He played very well the last three games. You didn't hear Javon Kearse's name much that last Eagles game, and they didn't give him much help with Kearse. He could be the guy. But having a solid anchor at RG instead of Gurode not really knowing what was going on will help the RT whoever it is.

**WoodysGirl** · 03-17-2005

Thanks for posting Lab's recap, D. good stuff.

I Like Archer's take on the Howard trade. If there's no urgency, why not wait it out. See what happens. If not still prepare for the draft as if the trade is not an option.

Nors · 03-17-2005

Nice guesswork on his part, no substance - no trade

Wichard the other night said he had not heard from Cowboys in days....

**WoodysGirl** · 03-17-2005

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Nice guesswork on his part, no substance - no trade

Wichard the other night said he had not heard from Cowboys in days....

Not about the agent and Howard. It's about what compensation will it take to satisfy the Saints. Right now, looks like the boys aren't willing to pay what they're asking. All it takes is a phone call and the negotiations are back on.

InmanRoshi · 03-17-2005

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Originally Posted by Nors

Nice guesswork on his part, no substance - no trade

Wichard the other night said he had not heard from Cowboys in days....

If they already have parameters in place for a contract ready to go once the Saints approve compensation, what's there to talk about?

Nors · 03-17-2005

Archer is swinging at a pinatta

No deal.

dbair1967 · 03-17-2005

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Archer is swinging at a pinatta

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wow, who do we know on here that does that on a daily basis?

David

SALADIN · 03-17-2005

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wow, who do we know on here that does that on a daily basis?

David

junk · 03-17-2005

Interesting comments on Tucker and Vollers. I am betting one of those guys is the starting RT this year. Poor Gurode, that guy must be dumber than a box of rocks.

Still would like to see the team bring in Howard.

Nors · 03-17-2005

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wow, who do we know on here that does that on a daily basis?

David

No you take the cake with the "Ty Law just showed up in Pittsburgh unannounced and knocked on the door comment" CLUELESS!

When in fact he had two days worth of meetings with Steelers.....

Classic.

HipHop · 03-17-2005

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Originally Posted by dbair1967

wow, who do we know on here that does that on a daily basis?

David

RoysAHitta · 03-17-2005

im lost.........

dbair1967 · 03-17-2005

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Originally Posted by Nors

No you take the cake with the "Ty Law just showed up in Pittsburgh unannounced and knocked on the door comment" CLUELESS!

When in fact he had two days worth of meetings with Steelers.....

Classic.

and did in fact show up uninvited

classic, you ignoring the facts...hey at least you are consistent

David

**MichaelWinicki** · 03-17-2005

I have to agree with Nors on this one... I think the Howard deal is pretty low on the totem pole right now.

dbair1967 · 03-17-2005

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I have to agree with Nors on this one... I think the Howard deal is pretty low on the totem pole right now.

guess we'll see..though Jones and co. are playing this one exactly as they should

David