Tuesday Notes: Buchanon Visits Lions; Washington Signs with Titans

by Sean Yuille on Mar 3, 2009 1:33 AM EST in Notes Comment 10 comments

Unfortunately, a story reported yesterday by a CBS affiliate in Tampa that Raiders linebacker Marquis Cooper was found alive was untrue. None of the three men still missing have been located, and hope is quickly beginning to fade. Even though one person was rescued yesterday, the problem is that the three men still missing aren't clinging to the boat. They are most likely out in the water drifting around, making it harder for the Coast Guard to locate them.

On top of that, hypothermia is becoming a big concern considering the three missing men have probably been in the water for quite some time. Each hour that passes by makes the chances of a happy ending to this story unlikely, as a person can usually only survive in 62-degree water (the temperature where the boat capsized) for a maximum of 40 hours. That's not to say that a miracle couldn't happen, but hope is fading.

The three men still missing and their families are in my thoughts and prayers.
Cornerback Phillip Buchanon was scheduled to visit with the Lions on Monday night. The Lions have hosted a few corners for visits since free agency began, so it is no surprise that another one took place on Monday. Detroit has a need for two starting CBs, and it would be nice if they could fill one or both of those holes before the draft. Anthony Henry most likely will be one of the starters, but the more depth the better at this point.
Another cornerback that visited the Lions on Monday, Chris Carr, left without a deal. He also visited the Browns on Monday and is considering re-signing with the Titans.
The Lions announced the signing of wide receiver Bryant Johnson.
Jon Kitna talked about his time in Detroit and his future with the Cowboys. The one statement that stuck out the most to me was this: "And then last year getting put on injured reserve after the fourth game and I wasn't even around, wasn't really welcome into the locker room and all those things." When, for whatever reason, Kitna was shelved for the season despite not having a season-ending injury, it was clear that his days as a Lion were coming to a close.
Thanks to Detroit and Tampa Bay's involvement in trade talks with the Broncos about Jay Cutler, the quarterback is now pretty pissed off at his new coach and the franchise in general. He didn't like the fact that his name was thrown around in trade talks, leading some to believe there is a chance he could still be dealt. If a trade were to happen, the Vikings and Lions would be two teams with much interest in acquiring him.
Kurt Warner visited the 49ers on Monday. If he were to sign with the 49ers, a division rival of the Cardinals, I think it's safe to say that the entire outlook of the NFC West would change.
The Redskins released defensive end Jason Taylor.
Wide receiver T.J. Houshmandzadeh signed a five-year deal with the Seahawks.
Wide receiver Nate Washington, who visited the Lions last Friday, signed a six-year, $27 million deal with the Titans. I would be willing to bet any contract offer from the Lions wasn't worth quite that much.

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Cutler?

With all of the news surrounding Cutler and being unhappy in Denver, is it to outlandish to believe that a deal could be done with Detroit for the number 1 overall pick? In my opinion Cutler would be better than anyone the Lions could get with the Number 1 and it would solve their QB problem….it seems like it would be a no brainer for Detroit, but is it possible that Denver would take the Number 1 for Cutler?

by NCHonoluluBlue&Silver on Mar 3, 2009 8:23 AM EST reply actions 0 recs

$$$$

That article from the Denver post says that the Broncos probably wouldn’t take the #1 pick for Cutler because it would cost them too much money.

by wumanchu01 on Mar 3, 2009 12:38 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Good

then maybe they’ll take the 20th and we can take Curry at 1.

by WBL on Mar 3, 2009 12:54 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

As much as I'd love that

I can’t see them making a deal that doesn’t net them a QB. We might be able to pull something off on draft day with a third team. Let’s say (hypothetically of course) that Sanchez falls to 15. The Lions could package the 20 pick, and their 3rd rounder to Houston. Houston sends the 15 and a 4th rounder to Denver. Denver sends Cutler to Detroit. Houston picks up an extra 3rd rounder and at 20 probably gets one of the guys they woudl’ve targeted at 15. Denver gets Sanchez to groom as Cutler’s replacement and picks up an additional 4th rounder as compensation. And Detroit gets their franchise QB without giving up the #1 overall pick.

Do I think any of that will actually happen? No. But hope is a good thing!

by wumanchu01 on Mar 3, 2009 1:11 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Maybe

But it seemed the Broncos were only interested in trading Cutler if they got Cassel in return. At least that is the way I understood it, so I would not get my hopes up.

by pleaselionswinasuperbowlbeforeidie on Mar 3, 2009 8:29 AM EST reply actions 0 recs

I agree

by MPerry2008 on Mar 3, 2009 9:19 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

However They Are Stil Talking With Viks....

…..And they dont have anything to offer as far as QBs go……So who knows maybe they can get something done.

by BennieBladesFan on Mar 3, 2009 10:16 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I also think

that while Detroit may not have offered that much money to Washington, he may not have signed if we offered anything around that either. Clayton went for less money with TB, Seattle offere him more according to reports which is crazy. So while Washington wanted his pay day, I think he also wants to be on a winner, and he is.

by MPerry2008 on Mar 3, 2009 9:21 AM EST reply actions 0 recs

Bryant Johnson still an Upgrade

Unlike a lot of foks I’e never been big on washington. I don’t think we need someone to stretch the field since we have calvin. We need a big inside wr like BJ who can exploit the single coverage. Oh and catch the ball unlike our other wrs.

by Fuzzdog20 on Mar 3, 2009 10:11 AM EST reply actions 0 recs