Chiefs Dolphins working on a trade for offensive tackle Branden Albert - Page 331

ShowtimeSBMVP · 04:51 PM

Branden Albert trade won’t happen unless he lowers his price
Posted by Michael David Smith on April 21, 2013, 6:46 PM EDT
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The much-discussed potential trade of Branden Albert from the Chiefs to the Dolphins doesn’t appear likely at the price Albert is currently seeking.

Although the Chiefs and Dolphins can probably agree on compensation — the Dolphins sending a second-round pick to Kansas City — the hangup is that Albert wants the kind of money that the Dolphins aren’t willing to spend. Specifically, according to Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports, Albert wants between $8 million and $9 million a year on a long-term deal.

In other words, Albert is looking for the same kind of contract that left tackle Jake Long got from the Rams — the very contract the Dolphins wouldn’t give Long, which is why he left Miami for St. Louis.

If the Dolphins weren’t willing to pay Long that kind of money, it’s hard to see why they’d be willing to give up a second-round draft pick for the privilege of paying Albert that kind of money. So the Dolphins may need to look elsewhere for a left tackle. And Albert may have to settle for playing this season for the Chiefs, making $9.8 million, and hitting free agency next year.

silver5liter · 04-25-2013, 11:13 AM

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Originally Posted by ILChief

If they take fisher and Albert stays, move Albert to Right tackle

He isn't moving

Frosty · 04-25-2013, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by DTLB58

20/20 chance BA gets traded Steve Wyche just reported on NFLN.

FYP

ILChief · 04-25-2013, 11:14 AM

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Originally Posted by silver5liter

He isn't moving

He has no say in the matter

Carlota69 · 04-25-2013, 11:15 AM

Detroit wants a LT?? hmmmmmm...

**The Franchise** · 04-25-2013, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by ILChief

He has no say in the matter

Bet he holds out.

ShowtimeSBMVP · 04-25-2013, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Pestilence

Bet he holds out.

Why would he hold out? And lose money everyday new CBA really hurts hold outs.

ILChief · 04-25-2013, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Pestilence

Bet he holds out.

He will have to report eventually

Mr. Laz · 04-25-2013, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by ILChief

If they take fisher and Albert stays, move Albert to Right tackle

why in the hell would you do that?

It causes unnecessary Albert drama and left tackle is the harder position so having the rookie at right tackle is better

If Albert gets hurt again for any significant time then you move the rookie over to left tackle and start Stephenson.

next year year you trade Albert and your young left tackle has some real NFL experience.

**The Franchise** · 04-25-2013, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiefsandO'sfan

Why would he hold out? And lose money everyday new CBA really hurts hold outs.

I'm sure in his mind that playing RT is going to hurt his contract chances next year when he hits FA.

Strongside · 04-25-2013, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Pestilence

Bet he holds out.

Don't these guys get charged out the ass for holding out? Personally, I'm tired of Albert's complete selfishness. And YES, it is selfishness. He's getting paid more money than most people will ever see in their lifetime in ONE YEAR, and all he wants to do is sit at home and bitch about how he's not being treated fairly. **** that dude...get out there and do your job. If it weren't for football, where would you be?

ILChief · 04-25-2013, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Pestilence

I'm sure in his mind that playing RT is going to hurt his contract chances next year when he hits FA.

How does versatility and being a team player hurt

Lightrise · 04-25-2013, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Laz

positional value does apply but using a left tackle out of position for a single year is not the same.

if they think that Jordan is the BPA then take him and make it work with Hali and Houston.

Do you think its practical to move Houston inside? From what I read Jordan is a 4 down player.

Frosty · 04-25-2013, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Lightrise

From what I read Jordan is a 4 down player.

Does he punt too?

ILChief · 04-25-2013, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Strongside

Don't these guys get charged out the ass for holding out? Personally, I'm tired of Albert's complete selfishness. And YES, it is selfishness. He's getting paid more money than most people will ever see in their lifetime in ONE YEAR, and all he wants to do is sit at home and bitch about how he's not being treated fairly. **** that dude...get out there and do your job. If it weren't for football, where would you be?

I'd almost move him out of spite at this point

**RealSNR** · 04-25-2013, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Lightrise

Do you think its practical to move Houston inside? From what I read Jordan is a 4 down player.

Absolutely not.

Jordan MAY become a 4-down player. Until he is, he gets to go on in special packages.

04-17-2013, 05:39 PM
ShowtimeSBMVP Chiefs Join Date: Feb 2009 Casino cash: $3436009	Branden Albert trade won’t happen unless he lowers his price Branden Albert trade won’t happen unless he lowers his price Posted by Michael David Smith on April 21, 2013, 6:46 PM EDT Branden Albert AP The much-discussed potential trade of Branden Albert from the Chiefs to the Dolphins doesn’t appear likely at the price Albert is currently seeking. Although the Chiefs and Dolphins can probably agree on compensation — the Dolphins sending a second-round pick to Kansas City — the hangup is that Albert wants the kind of money that the Dolphins aren’t willing to spend. Specifically, according to Jason Cole of Yahoo! Sports, Albert wants between $8 million and $9 million a year on a long-term deal. In other words, Albert is looking for the same kind of contract that left tackle Jake Long got from the Rams — the very contract the Dolphins wouldn’t give Long, which is why he left Miami for St. Louis. If the Dolphins weren’t willing to pay Long that kind of money, it’s hard to see why they’d be willing to give up a second-round draft pick for the privilege of paying Albert that kind of money. So the Dolphins may need to look elsewhere for a left tackle. And Albert may have to settle for playing this season for the Chiefs, making $9.8 million, and hitting free agency next year. Last edited by ShowtimeSBMVP; 04-21-2013 at 04:51 PM..
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