Eagle's Reid acknowledges he's listening to offers for Donovan McNabb

[Auggie]

March 26, 2010 / espn.com

...A person familiar with trade discussions involving McNabb told The Associated Press the Philadelphia Eagles will only consider a deal for the six-time Pro Bowl quarterback if it includes a pick among the top 42 in next month's NFL draft. The person spoke to the AP on condition of anonymity Thursday because the team doesn't comment on potential trades.

After months of saying McNabb would return for another year, Eagles coach Andy Reid acknowledged Wednesday he was listening to offers for McNabb, Kevin Kolb and Michael Vick. McNabb, who doesn't retain a no-trade clause but does hold the power to decline contract offers, would prefer the Minnesota Vikings if he were traded, according to a report in The Philadelphia Inquirer, which cited sources close to the situation.

But the Oakland Raiders, Buffalo Bills and St. Louis Rams are considered to be most interested in McNabb. Each team has two picks in the top 42.

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The Vikings are awaiting Brett Favre's decision on a return, a commitment that could come as late as midsummer, which would likely be too long to wait for the Eagles.

MORE: http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5028997

[TZ]

1. But they want to keep the dog killer, Vick.

I'm beginning to think the success in Philly was due largely to Jim Johnson (RIP) and not Reid who seems like a bit of a blockhead.

[JonLP24]

3. No

He has said he is willing to entertain all offers for all 3 quarterbacks he has on board. McNabb is getting all the press but he has stated he is willing to listen to offers for the 3 QB's.

[PRETZEL]

2. If he isn't he's stupid

McNabb's in his final year of his contract, is 33 years old, has missed games in each of the last few years, and would want a 3-4 year extension.

If he can get a second rounder for him, I'd take it. He may not get anything next year.

Kolb's in his final year of his contract also.

Eagles either need to look forward or continue looking back.

[JonLP24]

5. I almost forgot after my post

Eagles reportedly want a top 42 pick for McNabb.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=5028997

A reason why I think the 49ers MAY be a possibility is that they have two first round picks though they are pretty high ones and I don't believe they have a top 10 2nd round pick.

[PRETZEL]

8. That may be his max value,

I'd be curious to see what St. Louis, Oakland, Arizona do on draft day.

[JonLP24]

4. I don't pay for the ESPN Insider thing that comes up

You know the exclusively articles?

Surprising sometimes when I see a headline such as Rolle likely heading to the Giants or Dansby heading to the Dolphins it happens.

What I'm saying is I seen the 49ers-McNabb come up twice on those. I'm actually following this story VERY closely and will post an article if anything happens.

I went to a 49ers board and found a thread of a fan asking what was in the Insider article(which is exactly what I was looking for). A poster said you can't link to it obviously because you have to be a member but claimed to quote it

In the wake of the Scot McCloughan leave of absence -- and possible relocation -- we consider what changes might befall the team as we throttle towards the draft and the rest of the offseason. One interesting potential development, per Tim Kawakami of the San Jose Mercury News, is that QB Alex Smith's job security (tenuous as it is) might be further threatened now that his one vocal supporter is likely gone.

If this is the case, the 49ers might be up the creek, as the saying goes, since the free agent market is all but dried up. Or are they?

Going a bit speculative here, but back when we considered the possible trade destinations for Donovan McNabb, the 49ers were considered one of the front-runners given the slate of QBs on the depth chart and their trade ammunition. If Kawakami's insights are true -- that team president Jed York was instrumental in going after Kurt Warner, and "pushed" for the team to call on Jay Cutler and Brady Quinn in the past -- and if McCloughan is no longer in the way, what's stopping York from again pushing to acquire a player that is, by all accounts (and for the right price), available? If this team is suddenly the favorite to win the NFC West, wouldn't it make sense to acquire a proven veteran QB that -- failures at the highest level aside -- has been to the playoffs on a near-yearly basis? Doesn't seem like much of a stretch, we'll see whether this heats up.

http://forums.49ers.com/messageboard/showthread.php?t=93461&page=2


Regardless I did find an article that was posted in the same thread that has similar information with a link at the bottom.

Even though Reid has state McNabb will be back, a trade is not that far fetched and is very possible. Tim Kawakami, a 49ers beat writer for the San Jose Mercury News, stated earlier this off-season that the Niners might make an attempt to trade for the Pro Bowl quarterback.

He speculates that the 49ers might press even harder now for a quarterback ( I think if the Niners are still going to go after a quarterback it is going to be a proven commodity like McNabb since they have an unknown in Smith) since they fired Scot McCloughan as general manager. Kawakami reported that McCloughan was one of the last supporters of Alex Smith as a starting quarterback.

Also, Kawakami said if you look at the past couple of off-seasons with the Niners, you will see a pattern with the team's president Jed York. Kawakami reported that last year York was the instrumental force behind the team wining-and-dine former Cardinals quarterback Kurt Warner.

After that failed attempt, York urged the team to inquire about the availability of both Jay Cutler and Brady Quinn. Obviously the Niners stayed the course with Smith but with no one in York's way now (like Kawakami has been reporting), he has the full power to go after another marque quarterback like McNabb and to a lesser extent Vick.
http://eaglesmix.com/2010/03/mcnabb-on-moveto-niners.html


Also as PRETZEL mentioned McNabb is entering the final year of his contract so he'll have a say in regards to what team he prefers to play for in order to get a deal worked out because many teams will not offer a lot for a player that may not be there the year after. Cardinals have also been mentioned in rumors and while I wouldn't mind having him I would like to see what Leinart has got especially entering his final year of his contract.

[Auggie]

7. Wow -- this is the first I've heard of this

There hasn't been a peep from S.F. beat writers. In fact, just yesterday Singletary emphasized Smith was the starter for '10 and there was no competition with David Carr.

But it makes sense. And explains, in no uncertain terms, Scot McCloughan's "mysterious" departure.

A million thanks for the info Jon.

McNabb and 49ers. Even for one or two years. I like it if the price isn't too high.

[JonLP24]

9. Thanks

It is interesting but I'm not sure how it would happen IF it did happen.

San Francisco has the 13th and 17th overall pick in the draft that so they could deal 1 pick. (If you ask me I think SF should hold onto those picks)

San Francisco has the 17th pick(49th overall) pick in the 2nd round. (Philly reportedly said they want a top 42 pick so they probably won't go for it)

I'm thinking maybe a combination of player and second or later round pick would go for it unless SF is willing to give up a first for him.

[PRETZEL]

10. From Philly's standpoint,

I don't think either of SF's first rounders would interest them. I think they have somewhere in the 19-22 spots so it's not a big enough jump for them. I don't there's anyone on the Eagles board that they don't think would be gone that's a big enough name for them.

That's why maybe a McNabb and Philly's first to either St. Louis or Oakland could possibly make sense for both teams. Swap #1's with McNabb included may make a whole lot of sense for either of these two since the contract for the top picks are generally alot higher than they are for the lower first rounders.

[JonLP24]

11. .

Nevermind... I misread your post. Sorry. x(

I still appreciate your comments though. :hi:

[Auggie]

12. Why would McNabb want to go to Oakland or St. Louis?

San Francisco is closer to contending. McNabb can't decline trades but he can decline contract offers.

Jon's scenarios make a lot of sense. I don't like giving up those two first rounders either. Tough call -- McNabb could take the 49ers to the playoffs. But they need a tackle and a corner too.

[PRETZEL]

13. Donovan's still under contract,

so yeah, he can't decline a trade.

Any team willing to take Donovan would run the risk of losing him to FA next year.

Donovan may have a say in that he'd only go to a team willing to offer a contract extension for what he wants.

[JonLP24]

14. I think that's the issue here

From what I've read McNabb likely won't sign long term deals for teams such as Raiders or Bills(another team in the mix) which creates a sticking point in trade talks. It's unlikely teams would give up a lot for the uncertainty that he may not be back next year. Those teams would expect to have a deal in place before finalizing such a trade. While it is true he can't decline a trade but what he wants is important especially for teams willing to give up quite a bit to get him.

[Poiuyt]

6. Chilly knows that Favre is coming back

It just won't be announced until after training camp is over.

[smoochpooch]

15. Scheffter was just on ESPN saying OAK is willing to give up Nnamdi Asomugha for McNabb.

No link, and no offer has been made or anything, they're calling it a "developing story". I think if you are Philly, you have to jump all over that if true.

[JonLP24]

16. Definately a top 3 shut down corner

I imagine Oakland maybe offering a draft pick as well?

Ok--Oakland willing to give him up. Link.
http://news.google.com/news/url?sa=t&ct2=us%2F0_0_s_1_0_t&ct3=MAA4AEgAUABqAnVz&usg=AFQjCNHRR4OxaGHBgzPeLVhlPSn4ztKuzw&cid=17593730524462&ei=lAOtS_irDpDmlAT5tPPDAQ&rt=SEARCH&vm=STANDARD&url=http%3A%2F%2Fnbcsports.msnbc.com%2Fid%2F36054661%2Fns%2Fsports-player_news%2F

[Auggie]

19. I wonder if Al Davis sees McNabb as Russell's mentor?

[TZ]

17. Are the Eagles planning for this to be a rebuilding year?

They let go Westbrook and now they want to trade their vet QB or backup? I just don't get the logic here.

[JonLP24]

18. It's not that they want to

(or at least they haven't said "want")

It's that they are willing to listen to offers and if there is an offer they deem worthy they will consider it and go from there.

I understand what you're saying though. I can only guess it has something to do with him entering his final year of his contract and they may get nothing for him next year if he decides to walk or they decide not to resign him.

[MrSlayer]

20. No, Kolb is ready to go.

I love McNabb but this just isn't the right offense for him. He's a down the field guy, Kolb can hit the short slants and at this point can run better than D-Mac. The defense is the problem. I doubt there will be a significant drop off on offense. They weren't going to pay $7 million to Westbrook, not at this stage of his career when he's hurt all the time and has lost his burst. They have the kid McCoy, Weaver and now Mike Bell to run the ball. The receivers and TE are outstanding and the O-line should be better with full health and a year of cohesion under their belts.

The big mistake was letting Dawkins go last year.

[Zech Marquis The 2nd]

21. The Raiders could sure use him

I know Gradowski did a really good job, but I have NO faith in whatshisface #2 (you can't miss him because he's always feeding his face!) But McNabb in the silver and black..that'd work!

[JonLP24]

22. #2 actually lost weight

and worked hard to get into playing shape. Whether or not that translates into success is another issue but he does appear to be motivated especially since he now has to actually compete for the job.