Mike Brown: Bengals Are Interested And Talking With Terrell Owens.
by Josh Kirkendall on Jul 26, 2010 12:06 PM EDT
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PrintAs if we didn't need more things to talk about with Terrell Owens, the Bengals essentially confirmed that they are interested in Owens during the annual Pre-Training Camp Media Luncheon. The Bengals.com Mothership Captain tweets that Mike Brown said: "It is up to him. We have interest. We are talking to him."
This, of course, solidifies the theory that Antonio Bryant's knee is a concern -- which we've been suspecting since Friday evening when news of an imminent deal was reported by TMZ. We have a hard time believing that the Bengals would stall the development of their younger receivers for a 37-year old Owens whose skills have largely diminished unless there was a lot of concern growing for Bryant's health, which begs the question: They did give Bryant a physical, right?
The St. Louis Rams are the only team known to have interest in Owens.
UPDATE: Of course, a certain Bengals offensive lineman whose embraced Twitter and owns a few burger joints Tweets: "I'm hearing Bengals will sign Terrell Owens. In meetings all day and night weighing decision." He continued that the "team is not satisfied with where they're at with receivers."
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"Stunt development" story line
I’ve seen several people mention why not give Caldwell and Shipley a shot.
The only thing I can think of…. if we have no one to stretch the field, Caldwell and Shipley won’t be finding too many holes underneath to develop any sort of game. Or catch.
If they don’t think Matt Jones or Jerome Simpson will fill that role… that is.
Guess this whole story line is pretty telling, signed T.O. or not.
by nashville_chris on Jul 26, 2010 12:10 PM EDT reply actions
2 bengals w 2 vh1 shows?
I say sign him. Its only a 1 year deal. Carson says he looks good. Bryant prob got the same physcial that coles got last year. They totally missed whatever medical condition was wrong w his hands and ability to get open. This is our chance at a super bowl. Bring in all the firepower we can muster and let’s go get this thing….
by Oxailis on Jul 26, 2010 12:10 PM EDT via mobile reply actions
Bottom Line:
Bengals fans don’t care about TO’s potential locker room problems. The worst he can do is screw things up and land this team at 6-10, given the schedule. But that doesn’t matter to us, because we’re tired of mediocrity; we see no difference between 6-10 and 10-6 if we don’t get a playoff win. It just doesn’t matter anymore. Sign the guy so that we have a chance at a deep postseason run. We’re tired of this, and now is our chance. Do it, Mikey.
by Pardon_My_French on Jul 26, 2010 12:47 PM EDT reply actions
Effect on other WRs on Roster?
The only downside I see is the possible effect on the bottom of the WR list.
Option 1 (no Bryant for season b/c of injury):
Ocho
TO
Caldwell
Shipley
Two of Simpson, Cosby, Briscoe, M. Jones
Option 2 (with Bryant):
Ocho
TO
Bryant
Caldwell
Shipley
One of Simpson Cosby, Bricoe, M. Jones
Are we worried about losing possibly Cosby, Briscoe, and Jones?
Still … I say go for it. WIN NOW.
by MarvinForMayor on Jul 26, 2010 12:54 PM EDT reply actions
oh my god
i agree with all the “win now” statements, but my main concerns are this:
1. Bryant’s Knee- already been covered and talked about enough, but WTF!!!
2. Batman and Robin: first of all Chad should be Batman, not Robin….but more importantly I could see this possibly becoming ‘best buds’ vs the rest. Hopefully those 2 personalities aren’t magnetic past the point of allientating themselves from the rest of the team.
3. From a football standpoint….F*ck yeah, solid move, lets get a ring!
it comes down to mind over matter....if you don't mind, it won't matter
Two things.
1. “It is up to him”? This is semantics, but, there are some areas where you should never let yourself sound passive, and sports is one of them. Yeah, the decision is technically up to TO, but don’t act like you’re helpless. My god, at least say you’re aggressively pursuing him.
2. I’m kind of surprised they aren’t happy at WR. I realize we have more potential than productivity, but, they brought in Bryant, Shipley, and Briscoe. You add half a new WR corps and you still aren’t happy? Really? I guess I shouldn’t complain, I’m glad they’re demanding excellence. I’d like to develop Quan and/or Briscoe, but I’m on the TO bandwagon.
Even with Gresham, Shipley, and Briscoe showing signs of looking good, they are all 3 rookies. Chances are they will need at least 1 year to develop. This team wants to win now. Do you really want 3 rookie pass catchers on the field at once? Gresham will be in there but we need to put our fanhood aside and realize Shipley should probably stay at the bottom of the depth chart for a year like most 3rd round rookies do and Briscoe should probably head to the PS for a year like most 6th round rookie WR’s do.
Camp and preseason will be huge for WR’s. My biggest interest is Simpson. My thought is Briscoe going to the PS for a year and the 6th WR spot to be a fight between Simpson and Cosby. Simpson is a much more attractive WR but will have to show much improvement to stay on the squad as the eventual Chad replacement. Cosby is much more versitlie but should never be higher than a #4 WR on a good team. I like the guy, but those types are a dime a dozen. Should be a very interesting summer for WR’s
by smoormandiddy on Jul 26, 2010 1:32 PM EDT up reply actions
Wrong
Jordan shipley will turn heads, this guy has fantastic moves after receiving the ball. This kid has been coached up since he was 4 years old. Dont underestimate him, Shipley is the real deal. We cannot afford to put Briscoe on the PS, he will be picked up the first day. To me , he is the heir apparent to the Ocho. Those two stay. Jones and Simpson,s days are marked.
by James Schmid the great on Jul 27, 2010 1:06 AM EDT up reply actions
I like the idea of..
Ocho and T.O. working the sidelines with Shipley and Gresham underneath and Scott going out into the flat….
Talk about a whole hell of a lot of playmakers and talent flying around the field.
by nashville_chris on Jul 26, 2010 1:59 PM EDT reply actions
Sounds like we've offered a lowball contract
“It’s up to him” suggests Mikey and Katie have an offer but aren’t confident it will get him here..
exactly
They offered him a lot less than $5 million. But everyone knows that if TO cares about being on a winning team with a shot at the SB this year, his possible LAST year in the NFL, his smart money is to bet on Cincy, and work out post season incentives.
2010 - The Year of the Tiger.
All this not only makes me wonder about Bryant's knee
…but also whether or not the discussion of Simpson “coming along” is over hyped as well. The all important thing between a QB and receiver is chemistry. Palmer had it in spades with Housh and has it with Chad, but there hasn’t been anywhere near that chemistry since Housh left.
That Palmer was practicing with TO and was “impressed” speaks volumes. It’s obvious that he has not had chemistry with Simpson—beginning to wonder if his walking papers are coming soon.
Ocho, Bryant, TO, Shipley, Caldwell, Cosby with Briscoe on the PS? Plus Gersham? Talk about a nighmare for opponent’s backfields.
A good blend of youth and experience with special teams contributors.
With Bryant under contract next year, draft another WR next year and we are still good for the future.
Write it down.
Its one thing to say Simpson is coming along
and that Caldwell has had the best offseason, it another thing entirely to bet our superbowl chances on an unproven receiver lining up next to a rookie TE. I expect Bryant will be on the PUP which gives the young receivers 6 weeks to prove their value.
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