Re: Free Agency '06 continued

PhillyGirl · April 03, 2006, 08:13:14 AM

I doubt he ends back up in GB....the feud with Favre has been going on a long time now and he has burned his bridges...reposting:

QuoteTUESDAY, March 28, 2006, 12:20 p.m.
By Bob McGinn
Walker 'not coming back' to Packers

Green Bay - What part of no don't the Green Bay Packers understand?

That's what Charles Goldsmith, Javon Walker's stepfather, wanted to know when he emphatically stated in a telephone interview this morning with the Journal Sentinel that the wide receiver will not ever play for the team again.

No amount of money, the passage of time or the possible retirement of quarterback Brett Favre, his adversary, will change Walker's mind, according to Goldsmith. He told general manager Ted Thompson in a 30-minute conversation Jan. 20 that his stepson was through with the Packers, but based on recent published comments from Thompson and coach Mike McCarthy, Goldsmith detected hope within the organization that the situation could be rectified.

"I wish this could have worked out better but he's not coming back," Goldsmith said. "He has so much animosity regarding Green Bay, it's ridiculous."

Goldsmith and his wife, Bernita, were in Green Bay this morning working with a real-estate agent. He said Walker's home in Green Bay, which he purchased from former Packers defensive end Jamal Reynolds about two years ago, will be on the market by Wednesday.

Walker has one year remaining on his original five-year contract with the Packers at a base salary of $1.15 million. He underwent reconstructive knee surgery Oct. 7.

According to Goldsmith, Walker has spent the off-season back and forth between Houston and Tallahassee, Fla., where he was back attending classes at Florida State. Goldsmith said his stepson is ahead of schedule in his rehabilitation.

Thompson has denied a request by Walker's agent, Kennard McGuire, seeking permission to shop his client.

PoopyfaceMcGee · April 03, 2006, 08:16:56 AM

Yeah, I've read all the reports. I just don't see Green Bay giving in unless they can save some MAJOR face... meaning they get at LEAST a 3rd rounder in return. Now, I just don't see the Eagles giving up a 3rd rounder for a guy going into the last year of his deal and coming off a MAJOR injury. They'd rather wait it out, see if and when he shakes loose, and inquire about the situation then. Still he'd have to pass a physical with flying colors to get a contract anywhere near what he desires.

I'd love to see it. I really would. I just don't think it's worth hoping for.

reese125 · April 03, 2006, 08:33:22 AM

Quote from: FFatPatt on April 03, 2006, 08:08:28 AM
Looking at past history, I don't see a more likely place for Walker to end up than in Philly.

That said, I think it's much more likely that the whole thing blows over and he plays out his contract in GB.

You mean play out or sit out his last year, because there is no way that guy dresses in those pitiful uniforms again.
Also, everyone keeps harping on his achilles injury but the guy is young, has great skills and will regain his strength. All I can say....Steve Smith....broke his F-in femur for christs sake. I dont know how he pulled that off.

Geowhizzer · April 03, 2006, 08:36:49 AM

A broken leg is easier to come back from than a ruptured achilles.

PoopyfaceMcGee · April 03, 2006, 08:37:59 AM

Quote from: reese125 on April 03, 2006, 08:33:22 AM
You mean play out or sit out his last year, because there is no way that guy dresses in those pitiful uniforms again.
Also, everyone keeps harping on his achilles injury but the guy is young, has great skills and will regain his strength. All I can say....Steve Smith....broke his F-in femur for christs sake. I dont know how he pulled that off.

Walker tore his right ACL and required reconstructive surgery. That's a lot different than a broken bone, because it never REALLY heals. Guys with torn ACL's are always a risky proposition. The initial outlook on his injury was anywhere from 6-12 months, so if he hasn't been diligent with his rehab, he might not even be ready for training camp, and certainly wouldn't be available to go out to Arizona with Donovan.

reese125 · April 03, 2006, 08:58:33 AM

Quote from: FFatPatt on April 03, 2006, 08:37:59 AM
Quote from: reese125 on April 03, 2006, 08:33:22 AM
You mean play out or sit out his last year, because there is no way that guy dresses in those pitiful uniforms again.
Also, everyone keeps harping on his achilles injury but the guy is young, has great skills and will regain his strength. All I can say....Steve Smith....broke his F-in femur for christs sake. I dont know how he pulled that off.

Walker tore his right ACL and required reconstructive surgery. That's a lot different than a broken bone, because it never REALLY heals. Guys with torn ACL's are always a risky proposition. The initial outlook on his injury was anywhere from 6-12 months, so if he hasn't been diligent with his rehab, he might not even be ready for training camp, and certainly wouldn't be available to go out to Arizona with Donovan.

I made a mistake in saying he broke his femur when it was his fibula.....

ice grillin you · April 03, 2006, 09:05:09 AM

who cares...what does steve smiths injury have to do with jwalks

as ive said her numerous times if you want walker for the future in hopes he heals and comes back as himself in 07 and beyond then its a nice move for the future...but dont expect much from him this year

Drunkmasterflex · April 03, 2006, 09:30:22 AM

I would be suprised if Walker came here, if he sticks to his guns he probably will get traded much the same way Keenan McCardell did during the beginning of the season.

reese125 · April 03, 2006, 09:37:08 AM

Quote from: ice grillin you on April 03, 2006, 09:05:09 AM
who cares...what does steve smiths injury have to do with jwalks

as ive said her numerous times if you want walker for the future in hopes he heals and comes back as himself in 07 and beyond then its a nice move for the future...but dont expect much from him this year

I was just trying to compare it in terms of severity...both were bad. Smith also had severe ligament damage as well. Both players were out for the year so it doesnt matter. How do you figure 07? An ACL takes 12 weeks. Then you start rehab which is a grueling process. He will be back this year and do fine. The younger you are, the quicker you heal..and with the med equip/rehab process these players go through..piece of cake to heal properly. Your acting like this guy is going to be crippled for 2 years straight.

reese125 · April 03, 2006, 09:40:36 AM

Oh...and hes not coming here to the Eagles...hahahah.

ice grillin you · April 03, 2006, 09:45:03 AM

An ACL takes 12 weeks

try 12 months in his case...he will be able to play before then of course...but he wont be 100% until the 07 season

btw i never heard that steve smith tore ligaments

MadMarchHare · April 03, 2006, 09:55:40 AM

I think he meant 12 weeks before you can start rehabbing. Either way, it's generally accepted that players don't make a complete recovery until the 2nd season after the injury.

reese125 · April 03, 2006, 09:57:01 AM

Quote from: ice grillin you on April 03, 2006, 09:45:03 AM
An ACL takes 12 weeks

try 12 months in his case...he will be able to play before then of course...but he wont be 100% until the 07 season

btw i never heard that steve smith tore ligaments

Clipped from: Charlotte Observer article by Tom Sorenson

WR Steve Smith is moving better than I've ever seen him. And I saw him before he broke his left fibula after running a route in the fourth quarter of the 2004 opener against Green Bay. He went down after an ugly tackle by former Panthers teammate Hannibal Navies, had surgery the next day and missed the rest of the season.

"I think about it a lot," Smith says about the play. "I dropped a pass (Monday) thinking about it. It was the same route. I just didn't catch it."

Smith also had ligament damage to his ankle. These were serious injuries. Nobody knew how he would respond. Nobody could. But we knew this: Smith did not become one of the league's best receivers, not at 5-foot-9, because he could run fast. He played with verve that made him a favorite of fans. He leaped over cornerbacks, caught balls over the middle. Talent can get a player into the league, but without guts and bravado, it won't get him to the top.

Something quick I just found....but I knew I heard he had other damage. It doesnt matter...beating a dead horse.

PoopyfaceMcGee · April 03, 2006, 10:37:22 AM

Just saying... Walker won't be 100% this year, and it's the last year of his contract. Trading for him, especially with a very high draft pick (1st or 2nd) reeks of desperation and is something AR would never resort to.

reese125 · April 03, 2006, 10:50:22 AM

Quote from: FFatPatt on April 03, 2006, 10:37:22 AM
Just saying... Walker won't be 100% this year, and it's the last year of his contract. Trading for him, especially with a very high draft pick (1st or 2nd) reeks of desperation and is something AR would never resort to.

...after hearing his quotes from Orlando, he could care less about a #1 receiver. "As long as they run good routes and catch the ball..." bullshtein!

He must be beating off to NE's Bellicheck every night because here in Philly, that crap doesnt happen and never has. McNabb needs a #1 bottom line. To me, what he is saying is he's content and doesnt need change.