What's up with Reggie Nelson?

[phildadon86]

Doesn't anyone know what is going on with this guy? I mean I haven't heard a thing about him, and its almost like there is no interest, from anyone. Did something happen off field that makes this guy untouchable and we haven't found out yet? It seems weird that a guy of his talent level and production is just sitting there unsigned.

 

[mattjames2010]

He's 32, what is the surprise here? Teams aren't going to jump and give him a big contract. I'm sure he has been contacted, Bengals included. Seems he's wanting to get a good contract with the Bengals, which is probably the only team to give him one.

Throw him in a one or two year contract, he declines, move on. He'll be 33 years old at the beginning of the season.

 

[Jstopper]

Doesn't anyone know what is going on with this guy? I mean I haven't heard a thing about him, and its almost like there is no interest, from anyone. Did something happen off field that makes this guy untouchable and we haven't found out yet? It seems weird that a guy of his talent level and production is just sitting there unsigned.

I really think it's the age thing working against him

 

[LandryFan]

Doesn't anyone know what is going on with this guy? I mean I haven't heard a thing about him, and its almost like there is no interest, from anyone. Did something happen off field that makes this guy untouchable and we haven't found out yet? It seems weird that a guy of his talent level and production is just sitting there unsigned.

As a couple of people have already responded, the article pasted below indicates that his age is the thing working against someone signing him. That said, I'm like you...a little surprised that someone hasn't had him in for a visit yet.

http://profootballtalk.nbcsports.com/2016/03/15/age-appears-to-be-working-against-reggie-nelson/

 

[phildadon86]

He's 32, what is the surprise here? Teams aren't going to jump and give him a big contract. I'm sure he has been contacted, Bengals included. Seems he's wanting to get a good contract with the Bengals, which is probably the only team to give him one.

Throw him in a one or two year contract, he declines, move on. He'll be 33 years old at the beginning of the season.

That's a valid point. But even at 33 he is better than anyone we have at the position on this team. Would you rather Goldson or Nelson? lol

 

[speedkilz88]

That's a valid point. But even at 33 he is better than anyone we have at the position on this team. Would you rather Goldson or Nelson? lol

But teams aren't going to give him 10 million avg over 3-4 years like he wants.

 

[Daillest88]

Give him a 2 year deal 18 million it's a wrap.. 8 interceptions last year..playmaker

 

[phildadon86]

But teams aren't going to give him 10 million avg over 3-4 years like he wants.

Has he been quoted saying that's what he wants?

 

[phildadon86]

Give him a 2 year deal 18 million it's a wrap.. 8 interceptions last year..playmaker

He can mentor jones too. Just saying.

 

[speedkilz88]

But teams aren't going to give him 10 million avg over 3-4 years like he wants.

Has he been quoted saying that's what he wants?

Bengals have been told he wants a top contract. It all fits.

 

[DeaconMoss]

Ive wanted this guy from start of FA. Can play SS or FS.

But if wants break bank money, no way. And for the deal we would want him for he prob stays in Cincy.

 

[Reality]

We're at a point now with the draft a month away where most teams are going to stick with what they have until after the draft unless they can sign free agents to cut-friendly contracts.

 

[LittleD]

The case has never been closed on the 2007 possible Aaron Hernandez/Reggie Nelson shooting. That and his age
probably puts him in the box as far as the Cowboys is concerned.

 

[Zordon]

He's 32, what is the surprise here? Teams aren't going to jump and give him a big contract. I'm sure he has been contacted, Bengals included. Seems he's wanting to get a good contract with the Bengals, which is probably the only team to give him one.

Throw him in a one or two year contract, he declines, move on. He'll be 33 years old at the beginning of the season.

I really think it's the age thing working against him

You guys really need to get over this age thing. We seem to be obsessed about it as an organization. Give me a guy in his 30s who knows how to play over these guys in their 20s who still don't know how to take the correct angle on tackles (Wilcox). This organization has been so obsessed with staying young the last few years, they've missed out on some decent vets that could have helped us. A guy like Charles Woodson would have been a tremendous help the last few years. How about Charles Tillman? This organization doesn't even show interest to these guys for some reason.

 

[Sydla]

Goldson. LOL.

Just keep Church.

 

[mattjames2010]

You guys really need to get over this age thing. We seem to be obsessed about it as an organization. Give me a guy in his 30s who knows how to play over these guys in their 20s who still don't know how to take the correct angle on tackles (Wilcox). This organization has been so obsessed with staying young the last few years, they've missed out on some decent vets that could have helped us. A guy like Charles Woodson would have been a tremendous help the last few years. How about Charles Tillman? This organization doesn't even show interest to these guys for some reason.

Need to get over his age thing? Dude, age is important in a league where you cross the 30 mark and hit a quick decline. He's going to be 33, wants top dollar, wants so much money that the team he's had success with over the past 6-7 years are losing interest in him.

"Get over his age thing" - Are you kidding me?

 

[mattjames2010]

http://www.cincyjungle.com/2016/3/22/11283898/reggie-nelson-drawing-interest-from-titans

According to ESPN's Paul Kuharsky, the Titans have "touched base" with Nelson and several other free-agent safeties, though it doesn't sound like there was significant interest from both parties. Like pretty much every other team that's looked into Nelson, no one appears to be high enough on him that they're ready to offer a sizable contract.

This is why he's not signed. Dude wants a big pay day before he leaves the NFL.

 

[LittleD]

You guys really need to get over this age thing. We seem to be obsessed about it as an organization. Give me a guy in his 30s who knows how to play over these guys in their 20s who still don't know how to take the correct angle on tackles (Wilcox). This organization has been so obsessed with staying young the last few years, they've missed out on some decent vets that could have helped us. A guy like Charles Woodson would have been a tremendous help the last few years. How about Charles Tillman? This organization doesn't even show interest to these guys for some reason.

Not gonna happen with the Cowboys.. He and Leon Hall want lots of money and long deals which the boys are not going to hand out
this close to the draft. The NFL rule is never pay age or if you do...look out below!

 

[the_h0wey]

Give him a 2 year deal 18 million it's a wrap.. 8 interceptions last year..playmaker

That would be a very dumb contract.

 

[Howboutdemcowboys31]

I'm in favor of signing aging vets if they're that one piece the teams missing. We're more then 1 player away. If we don't draft a safety in the top 3 rounds then you go and get Nelson