nativefalcon Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 BIRDLAND – The Falcons have drafted defensive tackles rather high in their last two drafts and signed one to a contract extension.Should the Falcons sign Big John Henderson?But with Jacksonville releasing two-time Pro Bowler John Henderson, there are unconfirmed reports that the Falcons are interested. He did play for head coach Mike Smith and defensive line coach Ray Hamilton in Jacksonville.Henderson is set to visit Kansas City on Tuesday. They could offer him a more proponent role and are willing to pay more than the veteran minimum.The Falcons drafted Peria Jerry in the first round last season and Corey Peters in the third round last Friday. Signing Henderson would provide insurance in case the young players flop.Also, the team signed Jonathan Babineaux, who’s coming off his best season, to a contract extension during the 2008 season.Henderson has started 120 of 128 games in eight seasons with the Jaguars. He was a first round pick out of Tennessee in 2002.Henderson, 31, made the Pro Bowl in 2004 and 2006.Henderson can probably find guaranteed playing time and more money elsewhere.Should the Falcons be in hot pursuit of Big John?http://blogs.ajc.com/atlanta-falcons-blog/2010/04/26/should-the-falcons-go-after-big-john-henderson/?cxntfid=blogs_atlanta_falcons_blog Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimus*Crimes Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 No... IMO. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nativefalcon Posted April 27, 2010 Author Share Posted April 27, 2010 No... IMO.Gawd Yes IMO. Sorry. We need him. :P Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hudson Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 yes Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saintsfan#1 Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 No, he should sign with the Saints Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimus*Crimes Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 Let him go to the Taints... He won't be coming here. We don't need a run-stopping dt. We have those. 10th in the league against the run. Only one rusher got over 100 yards. We don't need him, Dt is one position in which I'm completely confident in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Don™ Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 If he wants to win now...Sign with the Falcons. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimus*Crimes Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 It goes against the direction of the team. We got our free agent pick-up for the year in D-Rob. We won't be getting any more... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconFanSince1970 Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 (edited) Yes.If the money is right (take advantage of the capless season folks). We have overpaid much sorrier players.Bring him on home bro. You need a splash. That is a splash. One that could bring more best GM trophies. Trust me. Edited April 27, 2010 by FalconFanSince1970 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clark Kent™ Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 It goes against the direction of the team. We got our free agent pick-up for the year in D-Rob. We won't be getting any more...Lmao ok glad you know what we will or will not be doing for the rest off the off season. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nativefalcon Posted April 27, 2010 Author Share Posted April 27, 2010 It goes against the direction of the team. We got our free agent pick-up for the year in D-Rob. We won't be getting any more...ITS A UNCAPPED YEAR, We can get anyone. Literally open the wallets. Not saying they will, but their not going to be talking with him if their not thinking of signing. We have his 2 old coaches, Smitty and Ray Hamilton. Which is a another plus. I'm all for it, we need another veteran like Abe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulitik Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 I'm not against it. We have one DT coming off a knee injury, one facing a 4 game suspension, a rookie, and the rest aren't nearly as good as Henderson. He knows the system, sign him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimus*Crimes Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 Stole this from another post...Because the following year might not be uncapped and then you might have all sorts of issues depending on what the new CBA says. Might have to cut players or pay a big cap fine, or both.Plus, it is principal. Pay guys what they are worth. Some players want as much as they can get, like haynesworth. See how he worked out. Not to well. You don't have to pay a truck load of money for high quality players. You have to pay them well, but the most is not always the best. I don't know what the front office and TD are thinking, but history repeats itself. We aren't the Jets, Cowgirls, or Redskins. I am willing to bet that this guy does NOT become a Falcon. Last time we brought in a guy from Smith's Jags, we kinda got burned. And what all of these posts are failing to realize is that the Jags are letting him go for a reason... It's easy really. Jags don't want him, because they have young guys. We have young guys. Why would we want him? We are aiming for youth. TD has said time and time again that "We build through the Draft". Why would they go against that theory? He's on the wrong side of the hill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phattywankenobi Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 I think a successful veteran presence would be good but only one problem. I think the guy would want to start so where does that leave Jerry and Peters? I think he may also want to get paid 4M or so a year. That may be worth it for a couple of years but how does Jerry and Peters get worked in? The less snaps they get the longer they may be stuck in the learning curve. In two years Peria will be 28. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimus*Crimes Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 I think a successful veteran presence would be good but only one problem. I think the guy would want to start so where does that leave Jerry and Peters? I think he may also want to get paid 4M or so a year. That may be worth it for a couple of years but how does Jerry and Peters get worked in? The less snaps they get the longer they may be stuck in the learning curve. In two years Peria will be 28.Another Valid and well thought out point...+1... Who do we cut to make room for this guy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FalconFanSince1970 Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 I think a successful veteran presence would be good but only one problem. I think the guy would want to start so where does that leave Jerry and Peters? I think he may also want to get paid 4M or so a year. That may be worth it for a couple of years but how does Jerry and Peters get worked in? The less snaps they get the longer they may be stuck in the learning curve. In two years Peria will be 28.I'd say sit on the bench and watch an NFL player show you how to play the DT position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimus*Crimes Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 I'd say sit on the bench and watch an NFL player show you how to play the DT position.Don't you think that's kinda Dumb? put our Number 1 draft pick on the bench so an overrated vet can come in and do the same thing? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRUNKuno Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 I'm not against it. We have one DT coming off a knee injury, one facing a 4 game suspension, a rookie, and the rest aren't nearly as good as Henderson. He knows the system, sign him.hit the nail on the head!but besides that, Henderson would do nothing but improve our overall defense. I do not see why people would not want him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ATL Fan in the DMV Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 I would hope Henderson would not be coming here to start. We already have our starters in Jerry and Babs. He would be great rotational depth. And since we rotate A LOT, this will ease the pressure off Jerry and an untested rookie. T Johnson and T Lewis weren't all that good anyway, and Vance Walker can try to steal some time with a great camp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Optimus*Crimes Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 I would hope Henderson would not be coming here to start. We already have our starters in Jerry and Babs. He would be great rotational depth. And since we rotate A LOT, this will ease the pressure off Jerry and an untested rookie. T Johnson and T Lewis weren't all that good anyway, and Vance Walker can try to steal some time with a great camp.That's another valid point. He would want to start, and ACJ already stated that he expects "starters" money... The falcons don't want to pay him more then Vet minimum... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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HASHBROWN3 Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 BIRDLAND – The Falcons have drafted defensive tackles rather high in their last two drafts and signed one to a contract extension.Should the Falcons sign Big John Henderson?But with Jacksonville releasing two-time Pro Bowler John Henderson, there are unconfirmed reports that the Falcons are interested. He did play for head coach Mike Smith and defensive line coach Ray Hamilton in Jacksonville.Henderson is set to visit Kansas City on Tuesday. They could offer him a more proponent role and are willing to pay more than the veteran minimum.The Falcons drafted Peria Jerry in the first round last season and Corey Peters in the third round last Friday. Signing Henderson would provide insurance in case the young players flop.Also, the team signed Jonathan Babineaux, who's coming off his best season, to a contract extension during the 2008 season.Henderson has started 120 of 128 games in eight seasons with the Jaguars. He was a first round pick out of Tennessee in 2002.Henderson, 31, made the Pro Bowl in 2004 and 2006.Henderson can probably find guaranteed playing time and more money elsewhere.Should the Falcons be in hot pursuit of Big John?http://blogs.ajc.com...ta_falcons_blogHe knows the coaches, coaches know the player and his strengths and weaknesses. He is a leader and the young DT's can learn from one of the best. Win / Win IMHO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bossFALCON™ Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 Yes. He had a solid year last year can still play and penetrate.He had 3 of Jacksonvilles 14 sacks and he played on a horrible front 7. He got no help. There's not a single defensive lineman worth a crap that played next to him last year.He would do great with the talent from our line around him. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
84White32Quizz Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 It would be nice to have him but if he is still around before TC then I say then lets get him. We would be able to dictate the money we would give him because if another teams hasnt signed him at 31 I dont see where he can really argue for a lot of money.But as of right now I say keep the DT's we already have. I dont think some people realize the strides Thomas Johnson made throughout the season. I tihnk we will keep the DT's we already have and imo Lewis will be the DT that gets cut.I have no problem with going into the season with:BabsJerryJohnsonPeters Walkeras our DT's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dem Birds Posted April 27, 2010 Share Posted April 27, 2010 BIRDLAND – The Falcons have drafted defensive tackles rather high in their last two drafts and signed one to a contract extension.Should the Falcons sign Big John Henderson?But with Jacksonville releasing two-time Pro Bowler John Henderson, there are unconfirmed reports that the Falcons are interested. He did play for head coach Mike Smith and defensive line coach Ray Hamilton in Jacksonville.Henderson is set to visit Kansas City on Tuesday. They could offer him a more proponent role and are willing to pay more than the veteran minimum.The Falcons drafted Peria Jerry in the first round last season and Corey Peters in the third round last Friday. Signing Henderson would provide insurance in case the young players flop.Also, the team signed Jonathan Babineaux, who’s coming off his best season, to a contract extension during the 2008 season.Henderson has started 120 of 128 games in eight seasons with the Jaguars. He was a first round pick out of Tennessee in 2002.Henderson, 31, made the Pro Bowl in 2004 and 2006.Henderson can probably find guaranteed playing time and more money elsewhere.Should the Falcons be in hot pursuit of Big John?http://blogs.ajc.com/atlanta-falcons-blog/2010/04/26/should-the-falcons-go-after-big-john-henderson/?cxntfid=blogs_atlanta_falcons_blog Does a "Bear" **** in the "Woods"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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