Could Birds have interest in Chad Johnson?
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Could Birds have interest in Chad Johnson?
Sheil Kapadia, Philly.com
Quick little nugget before we call it a night here at MTC.
ESPN's Michael Smith said on NFL Live tonight that he's hearing the Eagles have interest in Bengals wide receiver Chad Johnson.
Rather than paraphrase what Smith is reporting, here's exactly what he said so you can decide for yourself whether this is just a rumor or something more.
"I am hearing there is interest in Chad Johnson," Smith said. "Now there's been some back and forth as to whether or not he is officially on the market. I think everybody in Cincinnati has signed off on moving Chad Johnson except for owner Mike Brown. The Eagles could be in the picture. They have two first-round picks. They need a receiver."
Note: It was brought to my attention that I could have been clearer with the above quote. Smith was asked a direct question about the Eagles when he said, "I am hearing there is interest in Chad Johnson." So in my interpretation, he was directly talking about the Birds, not just saying there was general interest around the league in Johnson.
The other name Smith threw out there was Bills offensive tackle Jason Peters.
Our beat guys have mentioned Peters' name in the past, and according to Smith, the Eagles have "engaged in serious discussions" with the Bills about him. Per Smith, those talks could heat up again as the draft approaches.
Remember, Smith reported earlier this offseason that Donovan McNabb had met with Eagles management and wanted to see what weapons the Eagles would add before looking at a contract extension.
Stay tuned to philly.com to see if the Johnson rumors can be either confirmed or refuted.
And we will of course be back bright and early Wednesday morning with more.
Boldin, Braylon, Ocho....blah blah blah...we all know the eagles aren't making any moves. They will trade the 2 first rounders for 10 5th round picks or some b.s. like that.— ahjii- we all want Chad Johnson. But u know it will not happen. i will not get my hopes.— eisfresh
- No to Peters. Even Bills fans think he's a Diva. Lots of money... little protection.— BigLadd
- Trade for Ocho nutcase with a first round pick then flip him to move up in the draft!— thephan
- This is great! These blogs get y'all all excited about nothing and y'all bite. HARD! Keep up the good posts. Folks that think Bolder or Stinko are coming here are in the clouds. Talk about drinking the Green Kool-Aid..........hah!
- johnson would be the exact opposite then the TO addition. McNabb- instead of being chased and screamed at along the sidelines- "Ocho the clown" and "bozo McSmiley" would be kissing each other up and thinking of new ideas to use their sharpie's during celebrations.— jwatson
Comment removed.- Chad is damaged goods that we may can get for a better price than Boldin. Peters is a stud LT that would be worth giving up a #1 for I hope they can pull both off. If they do Joe Banner would be exec of the year. Okay maybee not.— WVEagle
- First of all, for all you shortsighted small minded sport fans out there, for the past three years Chad Johnson, has lived the life of luxury with the Bengals, he's been underused so much, it was probably like a vacation for him, sooo dont compare ages with T.O... Secondly, he's an experienced veteran WR with speed and good hands that could be maximized by any professional NFL team, with decent counterparts, such as the Eagles.. and provide mentorship for Jackson and possibly a rookie WR gotten in the draft, thirdly he's personal friends of McNabb which makes a great combination, could be gotten for less than a 1st rounder.. cause he's been unhappy in Cincy, and needs to be set free... he easily has 2-3 years of productivity left in him... sure Boldin will be pricey.. but consider this... get Chad for a few years, two first round selections.. possibly a WR further down, and figure a way to get Peters... and the Eagles would process one of the finest off-season tradings ever.— Pa Bryon
- Stephen A. Smith knows squat, he has no sources, just a parrot of "Old News"...he lost his show and nows subs for sick commentators while acting like he is connected...what a farce he is....here's one for you SAS....Breaking News.....Eagles this morning traded verteran QB Donovan McNabb to Detroit for their 2nd round pick (33rd overall)....Said Eagle insiders,,,"A fitting final resting place, being sent to the worst team in football, Philly finally has the monkey off their back"....now that is a story!— SkipinWV
- I don't want Ocho unless it's for a Randy Moss price like a 4th or two 5's, otherwise I'm not interested. Too much baggage and is a possible cancer in the locker room like TO. He's not worth it unless is real cheap! I don't want to lose a number 1 for Peters,even though I think he will help, but how about 2 5's and a 6 this year a number 1 next year?— frustrated 22
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- lets see so far Boldin, Edwards & now Chad Johnson- this is just the local media getting the fan's hopes high for a big letdown. Face it--the Eagles will not deal their draft picks for a WR-so getting all hyped up about something that won't happen will just spread your venom. I could see them going after Peters though. OL & DL-thats where the Eagles are willing to deal.
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