BI- it's interesting that you brought up Lady Liberty herself, Drew Bledsoe. One of the first things that occured to me when I heard Vinny was making his return to the NFL was that Bledsoe is still out there. All these teams (Miami, KC, Carolina, etc) who have such a quarterback dillemma, and nobody can coax Bledsoe out of retirement? Is anbody trying? He's only 35, still has a strong arm, and, if nothing else, seems to be a worthy mentor to a youngster (I assume Romo learned a thing or two from him). Even if you're going to stick with a Lemon or Croyle as a starter, there's got to be some value in keeping an experienced backup around as an insurance policy/teacher. Also, are any of these teams searching the arena league for the next Warner? At this point, I'd think there's a few teams with nothing to lose who have to do something to create some buzz.
I'll see your Huard-Croyle and raise you, Cleo Lemon and the frozen head of singer Beck, in a jar. That could be the funniest line I have read here for a very long time. Thanks for the comedic relief, Bismark. It is much needed as of late. Especially for a Chief's fan.
I'll see your Huard-Croyle and raise you, Cleo Lemon and the frozen head of singer Beck, in a jar. Just you watch. Cleo Lemon is going to have a field day this coming Sunday against the Browns, mark my words. Ok, maybe I'm hoping he does since I just picked him up in my fantasy football since Matt Leinert got a boo-boo. One of the first things that occured to me when I heard Vinny was making his return to the NFL was that Bledsoe is still out there. Very true but I guess most teams rather have their QB stay upright thru-out the game. I would know since Drew's last gig was with my 'Boys.
I think Vinny will play until he 49 or 50, if his body does not fall apart. Clemens is falling apart. He will probably next pitch from a wheelchair.
And Arizona just signed Tim Rattay.
I was surprised they signed him because I'd read that Doug Flutie was looking for work... I keed! I keed!
Clemens is falling apart. He will probably next pitch from a wheelchair And the Yankees will pay him 20 million to do it
The "X" factor you guys aren't considering when discussing which "fossil" to dig up out of retirememt is the fact that most of these guys were once high-priced starters with a number of years in the NFL under their belt. With that "experience" also brings a league minimum salary to the teams that choose to "unearth" all of that, er, talent. So, most teams (other than those totally desperate, ie. the Panthers) aren't willing to absorb the overinflated price tag on their salary cap.
Cousin Vinny is back on the field, and old, gray-haired guys like me rejoice and find hope. Now maybe they can sign Doug Flutie as the kicker and backup for Vinny, and AARP can start an NFL chapter.
