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NFL Free Agents 2011: David Baas Agrees To Terms With New York Giants

To quote Scooby-Doo: Ruh-roh Shaggy. A league source has informed Matt Barrows that David Baas has agreed to terms on a new contract with the New York Giants. Considering Eric Heitmann won't be playing this year, the 49ers find themselves without much of any experience at the center position. This is alarming to say the least.

As some are stating on Twitter, this could mean the 49ers view themselves as moving into a true re-building phase. Of course, we don't know the 49ers plans in free agency, and they could very well load up on some talent to fill some of these gaps. However, the team has indicated a plan to be relatively conservative in free agency as a general philosophy. Some splashes, but not a lot.

That theory will be put to the test in the coming days if formerly current 49ers continue leaving in free agency. Takeo Spikes is gone. David Baas is gone. Aubrayo Franklin, Manny Lawson, and Dashon Goldson all could very well be gone. Not to say they're all awesome talents, but at some point a certain level of talent is needed.

The question now is who will be the 49ers center in 2011? Adam Snyder handled the snaps for some of Camp Alex, so maybe he takes over the role? Or does the team add a veteran center in free agency? Maybe newly signed center Chase Beeler makes an impact? Questions abound.

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quick question:

Who have we signed? Alex Smith. Anyone else?

by mcwagner on Jul 27, 2011 7:23 AM PDT via mobile reply actions  

Well, if it was between Baas or Aubrayo,

I’d want Aubrayo to stay… but I don’t know if being unable to keep Baas will make the Niners pay a little extra for Aubrayo

Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs in 2012, hopefully! :)

by teekay on Jul 27, 2011 7:30 AM PDT up reply actions  

This is surprising

Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs in 2012, hopefully! :)

by teekay on Jul 27, 2011 7:25 AM PDT reply actions  

I think the Maybe means guess.....

Repeating something over and over doesn't make it true.

by Arkie49er on Jul 27, 2011 8:08 AM PDT up reply actions   1 recs

Yeah, just a guess

Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs in 2012, hopefully! :)

by teekay on Jul 27, 2011 8:09 AM PDT up reply actions  

How do you figure Harbaugh into the equation of Baas signing with another team?

In Jed We Trust?

by jonesin25 on Jul 27, 2011 9:07 AM PDT up reply actions  

Because he wasn't prepared to match the Giants' overvalued offer?

If he was desperate to keep Baas, he would have matched the offer and he would have re-signed. Obviously, Harbaugh felt Baas isn’t as elite as many think, which I think also. Above-average to average center, who did an admirable job in his first season as a center. He’s over 30, it isn’t like Baas is young

Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs in 2012, hopefully! :)

by teekay on Jul 27, 2011 9:11 AM PDT up reply actions  

I wouldn't call Baas elite

I think he did an above average performance last year, but that doesn’t mean elite. Thing is even old centers if they’re good can make impressive money—but that’s if they’re well established.

I really want to see what the terms of that contract are

by smileyman on Jul 27, 2011 9:36 AM PDT up reply actions  

Ok again, I don't understand using Harbaugh's name

This would be more of a Baalke situation.

In Jed We Trust?

by jonesin25 on Jul 30, 2011 12:12 AM PDT up reply actions  

I just hope they sign someone soon.

To go through all the offseason of CBA garbage and then come out losing or potentially so many players is rather disheartening. I’m not advocating signing someone just to do so, but I feel like they have to do something to give the fanbase a bit of reassurance. Now I know the team was 6-10 last year but there appeared to be talent there to work with. I just hope this of Harbaugh coming in with an overhaul just to put his stamp on the team.

If Franklin, Lawson and Goldson all leave that will mean four defensive starters are out and that isn’t including Clements. Obviously with the salary floor they have to sign someone, we will just have to see if its the right pieces.

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by Joshuahss on Jul 27, 2011 7:30 AM PDT reply actions  

hope this isn’t Harbaugh+

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by Joshuahss on Jul 27, 2011 7:31 AM PDT up reply actions  

Not exactly huge for a starting qb and we have cap room

by Andrew9erfan on Jul 27, 2011 8:15 AM PDT up reply actions  

Don't be so sure...

Maiocco saying that after rookies, we currently have around $6M left in cap space.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 8:18 AM PDT up reply actions  

Why hasn't this happened yet?

I’m sure Clements isn’t in any hurry to restructure, but the FO should be instead of focusing on re-signing an over-rated safety.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 8:21 AM PDT up reply actions  

Dude nothing is happening yet....

Earliest would be Friday if it does happen. Everything at this point is speculation, rumors, and verbal agreements.

In Jed We Trust?

by jonesin25 on Jul 27, 2011 9:11 AM PDT up reply actions  

There’s no reason to believe the 49ers signed Alex Smith to back up Kaepernick on opening day.

Once more, coming to you by proxy.

by howtheyscored on Jul 27, 2011 9:36 AM PDT up reply actions  

Wow the whole one time he was actually in a competition?

He was only ever in a competition in ‘09 against Hill. All the other years it wasn’t a competition, and if you think so, you’re smoking something.

‘05 – rookie season not expected to start
’06 – no competition, he was incumbent
’07 – incumbent again
’08 – injured during preseason, and Martz hand picked JTO. Nolan didn’t argue this because of his highly publicized falling out with Smith the prior year.
’09 – lost out to Hill
’10 – no true competition

Please tell me how you or anyone else can continue to grab at straws with this ‘he never won a competition’ garbage.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 9:56 AM PDT up reply actions  

I'm always amused

at the panic generated amongst fans after a day of free agency.

by smileyman on Jul 27, 2011 8:54 AM PDT up reply actions  

lol

Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs in 2012, hopefully! :)

by teekay on Jul 27, 2011 9:02 AM PDT up reply actions  

draft

Panic after UDFA signings reminds me of day three draft panic.

by David Fucillo on Jul 27, 2011 9:19 AM PDT up reply actions  

Day 3 draft panic is the greatest

we all know how the dynasties of the past toppled after a 6th round pick gone horribly wrong

by brundylop on Jul 27, 2011 9:31 AM PDT up reply actions   1 recs

I think it will be a veteran on a one year deal

O’Hara is a good shout. To be perfectly honest, I think the FO is doing the right thing. Contracts are hugely inflated this season because of the lockout. I’d rather the FO not overpay players on long term deals, and give the youngsters a chance. Contracts will be more reasonable next season for sure. Baas was good for a first year starter, BUT he wasn’t outstanding… let’s be perfectly honest. If Giants are paying like 6 million a year, then the FO made the right choice, just as they made the right choice with Takeo

Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs in 2012, hopefully! :)

by teekay on Jul 27, 2011 7:34 AM PDT up reply actions   1 recs

This +1000000

He can QB that O Line.

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by EcERyda69 on Jul 27, 2011 7:36 AM PDT up reply actions  

It hurts, but lets not overreact

Our philosophy was supposed to be re-signing our own guys, but there are other quality guys on the market. The loss of Spikes and Baas means that we can likely pay for a center who’s rated higher than Baas.

Though, like was said in another thread, we are getting our butts kicked in FA. The fact that Matt M is reporting that we are willing to get into a bidding war with the Raiders of all teams for Goldson is very scary. He’s not even our best FA and he’s the highest priority which frightens the hell out of me.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 7:45 AM PDT reply actions  

If McDonald and Goldson both leave...we're completely rebuilding.

Losing the guy you wanted to start at LDE so your LDE could play NT (already NOT a foolproof plan, but doable) would hurt bad. Now you’ve got potentially two new guys or two guys learning new positions (or re-acclimating to them).

Goldson has been the QB of the secondary (a 2ndary that has sucked, albeit) and that would leave either a new player or unproven ones in Smith and Mays.

Did I mention that Lombardi alluded to the fact that Gore might hold-out?

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by Tre9er on Jul 27, 2011 7:57 AM PDT up reply actions   1 recs

I'm not as worried right now about McDonald...

If we didn’t lock up Baas before he signed with another team, I have to imagine the team isn’t foolish enough to just let our other guys walk without making an effort. Like I said though, it worries me that Goldson is our highest priority and makes me question Baalke’s thought process.

I’m interested to find out if the team even attempted to get a hold of Baas before he had talks with the Giants? The fact that they announced the release of O’ Hara yesterday and have terms with Baas today means they were ready for this all along.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 8:08 AM PDT up reply actions  

As for Gore....

I can see him wanting to hold out, but it’s not a smart move coming off a broken hip. If he really does that, I’m perfectly fine with letting him sit despite how bad that makes our team. That’s just plain greedy.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 8:10 AM PDT up reply actions  

Gore hold out?

um, go ahead. Just warm the bench. One partial season, followed by a season not played, THEN trying to get a deal. Yeah, good luck with that.

Repeating something over and over doesn't make it true.

by Arkie49er on Jul 27, 2011 8:21 AM PDT up reply actions  

Wow. I honestly thougth Baas would re-sign. Same with TKO. Surprising stuff last couple of days, but the front office must know what they’re doing. At least I hope they know what they’re doing…

by Ben Goodchild on Jul 27, 2011 7:52 AM PDT reply actions  

I'm having my doubts

They gave Baas a playbook. I think this took them by surprise. Spikes leaving did not.

by mcwagner on Jul 27, 2011 7:54 AM PDT up reply actions  

do we get the playbook back – or are we just screwed when we play the giants this season?

by reedkrase on Jul 27, 2011 8:13 AM PDT up reply actions  

My question would be, if the Giants do have that playbook, is it cheating to use it?

Despite the fact that we gave it out of our own free will to a guy we knew could have signed anywhere, I wonder what league stipulations on that would say? Would it be considered similar to the Patriots filming scandal?

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 8:16 AM PDT up reply actions  

I wouldn't consider it cheating

There’s no rule saying Harbaugh had to give playbooks out before/during the lockout

by brundylop on Jul 27, 2011 8:18 AM PDT up reply actions  

It’s completely our fault that this happened. The league should have no standing in punishing NYG for it.

by brundylop on Jul 27, 2011 8:18 AM PDT up reply actions  

That's true...

But the league might not view it as ethical and thus call it cheating. I doubt that’s the case, and they’ll likely say screw you, but who knows.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 8:19 AM PDT up reply actions  

Also, this is probably Roger Goodell's call

and the 49ers are a West Coast team, so…..

Tough luck.

by brundylop on Jul 27, 2011 8:23 AM PDT up reply actions  

and the 49ers are a West Coast team, so….. Tough luck.

So true….

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 8:26 AM PDT up reply actions  

Does it matter?

If Baas has the knowledge of the playbook from the “Camp Alex” sessions he attended then he’ll be able to tell the Giants the basics of our offence anyway. Not sure how much difference this makes though, because there’ll be film to watch before we play them anyway (Can’t believe I just said something about watching film…) so will they really have that much of an advantage? The big thing during the lockout about the playbook was that they couldn’t install it properly without the coaches being there.

by Ben Goodchild on Jul 27, 2011 8:28 AM PDT up reply actions  

what the hell man

Baas was one of my #1 guys i thought would stay. i wonder if this is all on purpose or if these guys are jumping ship on their own? do they not like the new coaching staff? do they hate that alex is the starter? wtf?

by MattSFfrd on Jul 27, 2011 7:56 AM PDT reply actions  

or maybe, just maybe...

WE’RE TANKING FOR LUCK???

by MattSFfrd on Jul 27, 2011 7:57 AM PDT up reply actions   1 recs

True. this one shocked me a lot more than the Spikes one to be fair

by Ben Goodchild on Jul 27, 2011 7:57 AM PDT reply actions  

Oops

This was supposed to be a reply to mcwagner… I’ll learn how to post properly one day…

by Ben Goodchild on Jul 27, 2011 7:58 AM PDT up reply actions  

The FO

better have something up their sleeve to justify letting bass and spikes go…

by NYCNin on Jul 27, 2011 8:11 AM PDT reply actions  

Anybody else worried about Baas's playbook?

We play the Giants this season (albeit Week 10). Hopefully Harbs will have changed the post-lockout playbook enough so that it’s not a problem

by brundylop on Jul 27, 2011 8:12 AM PDT reply actions  

week 10 could be a clutch game, hope we got the book back

by reedkrase on Jul 27, 2011 8:14 AM PDT up reply actions  

2 of my top 5 gone

the one of my top 5 I really wished wasn’t in the top 5 is signed. Lawson? Franklin? Come on guys, don’t make me 20% happy, and 80% sad :-(. Stay for ole Arkie.

Repeating something over and over doesn't make it true.

by Arkie49er on Jul 27, 2011 8:12 AM PDT reply actions  

Yeah, not holding breath

but covering eyes.

Repeating something over and over doesn't make it true.

by Arkie49er on Jul 27, 2011 8:27 AM PDT up reply actions  

I just hope

We can come up with big names in free agency to replace these guys, baas was average and spikes was old and did not merit a 3 year contract.

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by demise on Jul 27, 2011 8:13 AM PDT reply actions  

maybe we’re stocking up on compensatory draft picks

by reedkrase on Jul 27, 2011 8:15 AM PDT up reply actions  

I think Baas was better than average

Plus, he was the only “real” center on the team, and filled in admirably after not playing C for so long.

This hurts, a lot.

by brundylop on Jul 27, 2011 8:16 AM PDT up reply actions  

WTF?!

Does it seem to anyone else like we are totally dropping the ball here? I’m legitimately worried right now.

by NashvilleNinersFan on Jul 27, 2011 8:15 AM PDT reply actions   1 recs

I think a lot of us last year knew we'd be hit hard by FA losses

But losing our only Center hurts a lot. Hopefully they’re focusing on making a huge signing soon.

by brundylop on Jul 27, 2011 8:17 AM PDT up reply actions  

The FO is being outmanuevered at every level

So far this has been a total disaster. I had so much hope with Harbaugh. But $5M for a terrible QB? We had other far better veteran options there. And now losing Bass and Spikes. Without any signings of our own beyond $5M for a second string QB?

What is the plan here? Do they have one? Except for CK in round 2 the draft didn’t make sense either.

Even if they make a huge signing who is going to play center? Or do they want to plug in Snyder there??? YUCK!

by Since79 on Jul 27, 2011 8:19 AM PDT reply actions   1 recs

We're two days into free agency.

Calm down.

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by SharksFanEst.1994 on Jul 27, 2011 10:46 AM PDT up reply actions  

Alex will be a decent starter this season, and well worth the money we paid for him. His contract is fairly cheap by QB standards.

And it’s not like we’re cash strapped and can’t go get another center that’s younger and even better than Bass.

Got love for the WCC. Go Lions!

by SnakesOnAPlane on Jul 27, 2011 10:49 AM PDT up reply actions  

You can BET they are scrambling in the FO right now

Looking at FA centers. It would be pretty funny if we signed O’Hara. Basically just trade centers with the Giants. Not sure how much he wants, but I think he would be a significant upgrade.

Repeating something over and over doesn't make it true.

by Arkie49er on Jul 27, 2011 8:19 AM PDT reply actions  

maybe,

but if he just wanted too much money, and he is a big upgrade, It might work out for us.

Repeating something over and over doesn't make it true.

by Arkie49er on Jul 27, 2011 8:24 AM PDT up reply actions  

O' Hara's contract was huge...

Key word there WAS. He’s a free agent who got cut because his contract was too rich. Signing to a team that plays the Giants later is likely appealing.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 8:25 AM PDT up reply actions  

This

is my thinking. If it was a money issue, boom. We grab the guy, get the upgrade, get a few years, Spend a little more (but not too much)

Repeating something over and over doesn't make it true.

by Arkie49er on Jul 27, 2011 8:26 AM PDT up reply actions  

Spikes walking gives us some extra cash to make it happen

O’ Hara is an immediate upgrade to Baas. He’s experienced and talented. I’d like to see something happen today that says he agreed to terms with us. Beeler should take a couple years to get into NFL shape and be ready, so I can’t think of a better stop gap than someone who’s anchored one of the best OLs in the league over the past few years.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 8:33 AM PDT up reply actions  

A-Freakin-MEN

I think this ‘could’ work well for us. Proven vet with a few years left in the tank, Young guys behind him to learn. It depends on what he wants, and what everyone else is willing to pay him though.

Repeating something over and over doesn't make it true.

by Arkie49er on Jul 27, 2011 8:34 AM PDT up reply actions  

I say screw that....

Pay this guy now and get rid of the headache before it starts. I doubt you’ll have to match what he was making before, plus we can pull what we did with Clements and backload a contract that he’ll never see the end of. I think Paraag is actually quite good and “fudging” the numbers.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 8:38 AM PDT up reply actions  

49ers philosophy

I opened up a thread as I’m curious how people view the 49ers philosophy at this point. Not meant to end discussion here, but curious about things from a football philosophy perspective.

http://www.ninersnation.com/2011/7/27/2297413/49ers-free-agency-plans-remain-calm-all-is-well

by David Fucillo on Jul 27, 2011 8:19 AM PDT reply actions  

Who cares? Last I checked SF had losing record with these guys. They are part of the problem. They are just role players. None of them are starting caliber. They started on SF because there was nobody better. Baas was overpaid and Takeo will not make a difference for the Chargers.

FO is doing the right thing. Tear it down and build it back up. SF should get rid of the majority of the team.

by gifts_and_curses on Jul 27, 2011 8:26 AM PDT reply actions  

I disagree

I think losing in the past few seasons has really been on the coaching staff and its lack of competency.

Oh well, it’s all a moot point now. Let’s see how it shakes out.

by brundylop on Jul 27, 2011 8:28 AM PDT up reply actions  

NO no no

You can’t pin terrible coaching on players. Spikes part of the problem? Baas? I think not man. It isn’t the end of the world, but it isn’t good.

Repeating something over and over doesn't make it true.

by Arkie49er on Jul 27, 2011 8:28 AM PDT up reply actions  

Ridiculous...

Baas had his best season at a position he hadn’t even practiced in 6 years. He is a quality player at center and could even be an upgrade at RG for us. As for Spikes, he was the 3rd best player on our defense for the past three years, and he would still be for another two if we signed him.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 8:35 AM PDT up reply actions  

losing players

The problem with that argument is so many current members were also on those losing teams.

by David Fucillo on Jul 27, 2011 8:35 AM PDT up reply actions  

You’re alluding yourself if you think Baas was that good. Takeo was a product of teams offenses being on the field too long. Golson couldn’t cover a towel lying on the floor.

If it were possible to release most of the team, I know I would.

by gifts_and_curses on Jul 27, 2011 8:48 AM PDT up reply actions  

And you'd have the second 0-16 team in history....

You’re keeping good company with Matt Millen there.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 9:57 AM PDT up reply actions  

center

do you guys think Harbaugh like Chase Beeler that much?

by Jose Prince on Jul 27, 2011 8:31 AM PDT reply actions  

Beeler was All-American

but was undrafted, which means everybody thought something was wrong with him. (I guess size?)

by brundylop on Jul 27, 2011 8:32 AM PDT up reply actions  

He was too small

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by manraj7 on Jul 27, 2011 8:45 AM PDT via mobile up reply actions  

Dammit... just saw his comment and I was going to "TWSS."

Beat me to it.

(She didn’t say that too, did she?)

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by Effage on Jul 27, 2011 9:08 AM PDT up reply actions  

Losing Baas hurts only because we dont have a center right now

He did an admirable job as a last minute oh-crap replacement for Heitman, and he was solid.

But he is not irreplaceable, nor is he an elite level player. They have to replace him, no big deal.

by uspsuperman on Jul 27, 2011 8:35 AM PDT reply actions  

Exactly

Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs in 2012, hopefully! :)

by teekay on Jul 27, 2011 8:36 AM PDT up reply actions  

salary cap...

it’s a lil scary that we are reported to be only 6 million UNDER the cap…wtf?! Our in house guys are bailing, even tho they were the “priority”…they need to clear up more room is what I’m thinking…but for who? They can cut Clements, Carr, Heitmann to trim some fat. They better have a big move up their sleeve…we have some serious holes.

As for the ‘tanking for Luck’ theory…getting Luck doesn’t improve huge defensive holes…make some f’in moves FO or at least leak some rumors so we can pretend to be players.

by Coretete on Jul 27, 2011 8:36 AM PDT reply actions  

Drafting Kaepernick should kill the 'tanking for Luck' theory

You don’t bail on a 2nd round pick that can’t exactly change positions just because you lost the season. If we hadn’t drafted Kaepernick, I’d fully believe that this is a complete rebuild and we’re aiming to get Luck or another QB next year.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 8:41 AM PDT up reply actions  

Look at the Panthers.

If you can get Luck and think he is a surefire franchise QB, you do it. CK in the second round doesn’t matter if they are at number 1 next year, I would guess.

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by Joshuahss on Jul 27, 2011 8:52 AM PDT up reply actions  

The Panthers are an exception, not the rule...

If you use a 2nd round pick to get your Head Coaches hand picked QBOTF, only to use your first rounder on a QB the next year, your GM is getting fired quickly. Kaepernick will hold no value if we draft another QB, so you might as well have not used that 2nd rounder at all.

Panthers are the exception because they have a new staff and have no ties to Clausen other than him being a bridge to ease Newton in.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 10:02 AM PDT up reply actions  

Uh, damn.

Two good centers out… (one via injury, one via free agency)

I don’t mind the prospect of Snyder at center. He’s strong but slow footed (which is why he’s a terrible tackle but solid guard). Given he’s a veteran player, I would think he could pick up the leadership role a center needs to take. He’s also always been very flexible, so change of position isn’t unusual for him.

Let’s see if the 49ers look to free agency for a guard, look in house, or look at rookies.

Kinda weird watching 49ers disappearing, though (Spikes to SD, Baas to NYG, etc.)

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by Effage on Jul 27, 2011 8:44 AM PDT reply actions  

Correction:

look to free agency for a center* not guard.

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by Effage on Jul 27, 2011 8:45 AM PDT up reply actions  

Niners pursuing Asomugha and bears center.

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by manraj7 on Jul 27, 2011 8:49 AM PDT via mobile reply actions  

Kreutz?

Alex Smith 86%+ QB rating with 22+ TDs in 2012, hopefully! :)

by teekay on Jul 27, 2011 8:51 AM PDT up reply actions  

We had a Young, Big & Improving 0-Line But Now....

Losing Baas sets us back big time….what are the 9ers thinking!

by BigMar on Jul 27, 2011 8:51 AM PDT reply actions  

We're bringing in younger OL players

Beeler will end up being the starting center in a few years. Kilgore or Person likely becomes the starter at RG and Iupati is a lock to hold down LG for a while. As for tackles, that’s anyone’s guess. We don’t know just how accountable Jed will hold Baalke if A Davis ends up busting and Staley has a lot to prove after two consecutive seasons being injured. We have Boone likely hoping to get a starting job and a former Stanford RT under Harbaugh coming in undrafted this year.

The OL is very far from set at this point.

by 9thevolution on Jul 27, 2011 10:07 AM PDT up reply actions  

WHO CARES....

the sea-CHICKS signed tarvaris jackson so there’s one less team to worry about….muahahahaha..

by MUAJxxCEEM on Jul 27, 2011 9:39 AM PDT reply actions  

We lost our Neck(s)

The two guys without necks left. One Bolted (Spikes) and the other went Gints (Baas). Hope we can still keep Franklin who will hold people up till “whatcha talkin bout Willis” blindsides them!

by wellnesscoach on Jul 27, 2011 10:51 AM PDT reply actions  

Hahaha

Bass had the most smushed-in head of anybody I’ve ever seen. And his helmet looked like it was 2 sizes too small for him.

Got love for the WCC. Go Lions!

by SnakesOnAPlane on Jul 27, 2011 10:54 AM PDT up reply actions  

Eric Heitmann

What’s the deal on this guy? Isn’t he just coming back from an injury? So we could plug him in at the C spot for the year and draft another one or grab somebody in free agency next year. It doesn’t really seem like that huge of a deal to me that Bass is leaving.

Got love for the WCC. Go Lions!

by SnakesOnAPlane on Jul 27, 2011 10:52 AM PDT reply actions  

Got a nasty neck injury doing Singletary's nut cracker

and had to get neck surgery recently. he’s out for the year.

by brundylop on Jul 27, 2011 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions  

Who is Replaceable?

As much as i would miss Lawson, Goldson, McDonald, Baas, Spikes, let me remind you who is out there that could upgrade/replace these veterans

Goldson – Dawan Landry – Ravens, Donte Whitner – Bills, Greg Pollard – Chiefs, Gerald Sensabaugh – Dallas, Eric Weddle – Chargers, and we still have Reggie and Taylor who will be better.

McDonald – Marcus Spears – Dallas, Matt Roth – Browns, Rocky Bernard – Giants, Cullen Jenkins – GB, Stephen Bowen – Dallas

Franklin – Anthony Adams – Bears, Brandon Mebane – Seahawks, Cullen Jenkins – GB,

Baas – Kreutz – Bears, Ohara – Giants, etc

Spikes – Barret Ruud – TB, Nick Barnett – GB,

Lawson – Kawika Mitchell – Saints, Laboy 49er, Thomas Davis – CAR

id rather focus on getting better with Matt Light LT depth, Harvey Dahl or Shawn Andrews or Gallery at RG over Chilo, Vonta Leach at FB, Breaston/Edwards/Steve Smith(NY) at WR, Carlos Rogers/Richard Marshall/J.Joseph at CB if we lose out on Namdi.

We need to resign Franklin and Goldson, restucture Clements, cut Carr/Norris, and go after the above mentioned players to truly improve.

Giants signed Bass to save money, he was not the better player

Chargers are cheap, theyd rather pay a 34 yr old Spikes than pay Jackson or Floyd the WR their due. Wait and see, im sure Baalke didnt spend 5 months off playing cats cradle…

by WaltMalt on Jul 27, 2011 10:59 AM PDT reply actions  

nocal told me that Baas is now a top 3-4 paid center

by brundylop on Jul 27, 2011 11:21 AM PDT up reply actions  

pollards with houston, not KC, eric weddle is getting re-signed

La Boy is not a starter all though a good back up

by Rossalex on Jul 27, 2011 11:03 AM PDT reply actions  

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