News: Seahawks want a 2nd rounder and change for E.T

[big dog cowboy]

The fact no other team is biting is a concern.

Report a few days ago on NFL.com saying several teams are interested.

You have to mention the Cowboys to get the clicks.

 

[Rayman70]

The same hole that you fix in the offseason without giving away any draft picks?

except its not been fixed in 20 years. ET will be a year older next year and no guarantee he will be available then. Strike now while we can..if reasonable.

 

[gimmesix]

The same hole that you fix in the offseason without giving away any draft picks?

There is no guarantee that Thomas will sign here in the offseason. Sure, he wants to play for the Cowboys, but do you really think he would take a low-ball offer compared to what some other team might offer?

We trade for him then we are the only team negotiating with him. He's still going to cost plenty, but no one can outbid you to steal him away.

 

[IceBowler]

According to NFL’s Ian Rappaport, the Seahawks are seeking a 2nd rounder “and change” (whatever that means) for Earl Thomas and the Cowboys are offering a 3rd rounder.

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap30...s-not-expected-to-play-for-seahawks-in-week-1

The good news is that this means that conversations are still happening. This isn’t that far apart. You have to think that this deal is going to get done.

I agree with you. Wanting a 2nd round pick isn't that steep for a CB of Thomas' ability. Lord knows, we've blown a lot more than that searching for one in the past!

C'mon Jerry, GET IT DONE!

 

[WeaponX]

The same hole that you fix in the offseason without giving away any draft picks?

Other than the fact that he could be a legit difference maker THIS year

 

[Cowboy Brian]

Report a few days ago on NFL.com saying several teams are interested.

You have to mention the Cowboys to get the clicks.

Can't entirely discount the fact he made it known to the entire league he wants to be a Cowboy, every team knows we have a huge need, so they may be thinking "well if Dallas isn't willing to pay-up, something must be wrong"

In reality, our FO is likely just cheap.

 

[T-RO]

I'd give a second rounder in a flash.

You don’t sound like a good negotiator. And I’ve heard so many fans so the same thing.

The reality is he’s 29...will cost a bunch of money...and it’s doubtful the ‘Hawks have any other trading partners. A month ago I said the Boys should offer a third and ‘change’. Stand by it.

There’s a big difference in a third and second round pick.

 

[Hardline]

That 2nd rounder the Cowboys would be trading very well could be a high to mid round pick. I'm hanging on to it.

 

[T-RO]

Can't entirely discount the fact he made it known to the entire league he wants to be a Cowboy, every team knows we have a huge need, so they may be thinking "well if Dallas isn't willing to pay-up, something must be wrong"

In reality, our FO is likely just cheap.

Hardly.

 

[Cowboy Brian]

Other than the fact that he could be a legit difference maker THIS year

not just a difference maker, he could be a cornerstone of our defense for the next 5 years or so.

Elite players - ET, Sean Lee, DeMarcus Lawrence.

Potential elite players - LVE, Jaylon, Chidobe, B. Jones

That defense could be shutdown worthy.

 

[IceBowler]

Jerry's trying to pull another rabbit outta the hat. I've never been a fan of JJ as a football man ... but he's an excellent huckster and businessman.

 

[Rayman70]

our safeties are hurt...and a liability in the passing game. Did I mention we have unproven dudes we signed off the waiver wire? We are in big trouble if we role into Carolina with the scrubs at safety.

 

[kumizi]

I would not give up a 2nd rounder for one year of ET and I'm usually asking the front office to show more urgency.

I dont think this team is a Super Bowl contender this year and you can just sign him in the offseason. If Tyron Smith goes down in addition to Frederick, you're looking at 7-9 and a higher draft pick real quick.

 

[WeaponX]

not just a difference maker, he could be a cornerstone of our defense for the next 5 years or so.

Elite players - ET, Sean Lee, DeMarcus Lawrence.

Potential elite players - LVE, Jaylon, Chidobe, B. Jones

That defense could be shutdown worthy.

If only...man what a beautiful thing to see if that were to come to fruition

 

[Fla Cowpoke]

Agree. We have a dire need to fill,and they have needs as well. One of which is RB and receiver/oline. Odds are looking much better suddenly.

They spent a first rounder on a RB and have Chris Carson, who has looked great....I don't think they have a dire need there. They do need OL and receiver, and a 3rd and Terrence Williams would be a good trade. Not sure we will ever give up a second.

 

[Cowboys22]

Dang. I went to go get a beer and figured this would be done by the time I got back. We’re talking 2nds vs 3rds. Get it done already.

 

[bayeslife]

My brain says a 3rd but my heart says a 2nd

 

[Rayman70]

My brain says a 3rd but my heart says a 2nd

hate it..but my heart says we will give them a 2nd. Its overpaying..but ET FOR 3 YEARS is a win win.

 

[fansince68]

I'd give them Schultz and a 3rd. That will teach them to ask for change.

Sargent Schultz had more value than our TE with the same name. "I catch NOTHING NOTHING".

 

[Rayman70]

Think about this story earlier today about the fact we had 19 mil in cap space, do you think that was floated by the media, Todd Archer no less, by accident?