Comments on: Packers Will Overpay Jermichael Finley Or Else!

By: Jermichael Finley Won't Be Dropping Anymore Passes « Total Packers Total Packers

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 21:22:07 +0000

[...] that helps people affected by the Boston Marathon bombing. So, it stands to reason the guy who said he would refuse a pay cut will be extra focused this [...]

By: You're Making Us Uncomfortable, Jermichael Finley « Total Packers Total Packers

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 18:52:11 +0000

[...] means they will either ask Finley to take a pay cut (which he’s said he won’t do) or try to restructure his deal (which his agent says he’s open to). Of course, the Packers [...]

By: Jermichael Finley's Agent Says He's Open to Renegotiation Total Packers

Jermichael Finley's Agent Says He's Open to Renegotiation Total Packers — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 17:34:40 +0000

[...] Finley never falls short as a source for material. A week after saying he’d walk if the Green Bay Packers asked him to take a pay cut, Finley’s agent is quietly tiptoeing [...]

By: GBslacker

GBslacker — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 15:05:08 +0000

“A contract is a contract” is a simplistic and inaccurate portrayal of a team/player relationship. It’s not a situation where “we’re-stuck-with-each-other” for a set amount of time.

Contracts are rife with clauses concerning performance, incentives, exit strategies (by both parties), etc.

Player’s habits change. The stellar play seen, and then contracted for, sometimes does not manifest after the signing bonus is deposited.

Some players play hard in a contract year, and then they let up after they’re signed.

Player’s don’t hesitate to hold out — even if under contract.

Contracts have back-loaded, but-never-paid bling.

Some contracts are just bad business, for one or both parties. Take Hawk, for example: did anyone think he’d be a two-down player, and that his contract and compensation should reflect the lack of participation and the attendant cut in pay?

If for some reason you’re intent on having the Packers honor contracts from the player-only perspective, you’re putting the team you love in a competitive disadvantage — as there are 31 other teams that will put their organization above the concerns of an individual.

Football is a game of football, not accounting.

By: Chungo

Chungo — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 13:42:27 +0000

First, I dont care for any of the players who are on the chopping block. That being said- a contract is a contract. It is not the players fault they were overpaid, it is the packers fault. They see these guys on a regular basis & know their good and bad habits.

Let JerkMike, Hawk, & TWilliams finish their contracts. If you do not see improvement before the end of the current contract, then let them walk-no questions asked.

By: DirtyAndy

DirtyAndy — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 13:19:32 +0000

Send the retatard packing. I think he would fit in perfect on the Browns or Oakland

By: cd4packers

cd4packers — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 12:24:48 +0000

I think vijay is making a valid point. Right now, from what I can tell…Finley does not appear to be the least bit concerned. He knows what his abilities are, and that the Packers would be taking a risk in letting him go and bringing in a rookie or FA guy. The Packers know what they have in Finley..or do they? I still do not believe that we have seen what this guy can do. I really believe he wants to improve his play and that he that he is not at all happy with his performance thus far. Sure, he has reacted like a spoiled brat and opened his mouth when he should have kept it shut and instead put his efforts into focusing on his job on the field. I think MM is smart to give Finley more time……my bet is…they keep Finley…and give him one more chance to prove himself. After going back and forth between keeping Jennings or Finley…my final conclusion is…release Jennings..keep Finley. We already have good WOs and to let a qualified TE go at this point….would be foolish IMO. Plus, Jennings has already packed his bags…he doesn’t care where he plays…Finley does…he wants to stay and be a Packer….that speaks volumes to me. Pay the man…let Jennings walk.

By: Phatgzus

Phatgzus — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 10:54:29 +0000

Really? Did not know that, that is just sad.

By: Phatgzus

Phatgzus — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 10:53:17 +0000

Quarless back to form? You do realize he was never much of a receiving threat don’t you? He’s just like Crabtree, good blocker, decent hands, not gonna burn anyone unless he’s got a flamethrower.

By: Phatgzus

Phatgzus — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 10:51:28 +0000

True, but at least a pig can provide one with bacon, a lot more than can be said of YOTTO.