Donovan McNabb to the Broncos for Brandon Marshall?
Posted by Kurt on Sep 1, 2009 in Fantasy Football
Trading Places?
I read an article last night about a possible A.J. Feeley trade from the Eagles to the Broncos in exchange for disgruntled diva receiver, Brandon Marshall. The author proposed to slop in a combination of wide receivers, Hank Baskett, Kevin Curtis and Reggie Brown (at least one of whom is likely to be cut or traded this week anyway) to round out the deal. Not an improbable idea, but why settle for cast-offs when you can get value for value? Donovan McNabb has had mixed success in Philadelphia and has often come head to head with coach Andy Reid over the years. McNabb has made it clear that he sees Vick as a distraction and a gimmick, and I for one, agree.
In my mind the signs are there that McNabb’s seasons (if not days) in Eagles garb are numbered. Why else would the hierarchy bring in Michael Vick? There is no way to have two primadonna QBs coexist on one team without heavy fallout. For a team supposedly focused on getting to the Super Bowl this season, such obvious distraction seems contradictory to the team’s ultimate goal. Or is it? Will Vick’s presence all season derail McNabb’s poise in the pocket, or will it make him all the more determined to remind the Eagles why he is THE man in Philly?
This week’s fourth and final preseason game in New York, against the Jets, could be a very telling sign of the Eagle’s future under center. The final tune-up will see back-up QB Kevin Kolb start the first half, with Michael Vick starting the second half. Where do you shoehorn in your star QB in the team’s most important preseason effort before the regular season starts? Hmm, odd.
The only reason the Eagles organization would bring in someone like Vick, who comes with a freight-train of strain, distraction, and extraneous luggage, is if the team has long-term plans for him. Vick has made no secret of the fact that he intends to be a starting NFL quarterback again, and soon. Ownership is shuffling the clam shells around hoping no one will look under the correct one and see the future plan. I see it, and I’m sure McNabb does too. If Vick plays well in 2009, McNabb is toast in 2010.
This would be McNabb’s 10th season for the Eagles. He has never eclipsed 4000 yards passing, and has only played all 16 games four times in his career. Perhaps it is time for a change of scenery for the vet. Are you paying attention Jeffrey Lurie? Why not send McNabb and say, Reggie Brown to the Broncos for Marshall, and get this whole thing over with? Feeley can stay in Philly or be traded to Belichick in New England. You get the star receiver you’ve been without since T.O. departed, and you still have Kevin Kolb in the wings. Win/win scenarios are so hard to come by, but I think this could work. Just sayin’.
Fantasy impact? Vick becomes more fantasy relevant, and McNabb’s value goes up as well. See our current 2009 Fantasy Football QB Rankings and our Top Fantasy Football Big Board: Top 100 Players Overall.
I love the photo! but that’s about it. This story couldn’t be more far from the truth but hey you’re “Just Sayin” right. I’ve read some rumors that state McNabb is already frustrated with the Vick deal but look. THE JURY IS STILL OUT – We don’t know what impact Vick will have. He “should be” a nuclear bomb in the WildCat formation and if he can catch the ball well then there ya go he immediately becomes a 15 to 20 plays a game type guy, maybe… run, pass, catch – the total package – experienced and versatile – has debt to pay off – chip on his shoulder – and his name to clear – all this adds up to the possibility of big numbers for Vick, maybe. True be told this is a wait and see deal.
co-ordinator Marty Mornhinweg doesn’t think the addition of Michael Vick(notes) will disrupt the rhythm of Philadelphia’s offense – “Every game will be different. There will be games where we use him situationally. There will be games where we won’t use him quite as much and there will be games where that’s just a part of us. It will change game to game by game plan. We’ll do whatever we think is the best thing that will help us win the game.” http://76.13.116.113/nfl/news;_ylt=A2KIRzzlhpxKKjsBfBj.uLYF?slug=capress-nfl_eagles_vick-292004321&prov=capress&type=lgns
I think he Eagles brass has to say everything it can to mollify and justify. Vick won’t be content in a Kordell Stewart type of role for long. His ego is too big. He wants to Captain the ship, and there’s simply no way Lurie took on Vick’s stigma for a guy who is going to be used simply as a wild card on the field. But regardless, it was just a rambling thought that occurred to me. =)
I think you are smoking some great drugs while writing this. All of this is far from happening.
The really sad thing, my friend, is I was stone cold sober. My mind is just that twisted…or brilliant. Only the devil knows the truth. lol
Andy Reid’s f’d up kids wouldn’t make that trade! You do know that McNabb lobbied for Vick and the Eagles have added DeSean Jackson and Jeremy Maclin in consecutive drafts… right?
I have to agree with Holtan, this doesn’t seem very likely to happen in the near and distant future. This article is more food for thought, the Eagles got rid of Owens, so I can’t see them getting his younger version anytime soon. Jackson and Maclin are the future at WR for the Eagles, those are two explosive weapons to build with for their offense. Michael Vick ( who doesn’t look to be in game shape yet! ) isn’t starting over McNabb, so he is far from expendable in the eyes of the organization.
From what I hear the Jets are interested, but the Broncos are asking for David Harris and a first round pick…….Good Luck with that Broncos! I am stating right now, if that trade goes down, the Jets are CRAZY! Rex Ryan isn’t stupid, he knows that Harris straight up for Marshall would hurt their team, with a first as well is just a slap in the face. Brandon Marshall would help many teams in the NFL, but not at that cost.
it’s a perfect trade really. Then the broncos have a pro bowl qb with no one to throw to while the eagles get a pro bowl wr with no one to throw to him. It’s flawless! Or maybe eagles will just stand pat and remain in the top 3 of the NFC. Hard to decide which makes more sense. You sir are a complete idiot if you think this makes sense or would ever actually happen. This isn’t a fantasy trade! The eagles can’t just pick up flacco off waivers and hope his 70% production gets them enough pts to win each week!