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Texans showing some interest in Boulware

NFL | Big Money Not There for Boulware
Fri, 24 Jun 2005 19:12:13 -0700

John Clayton, of ESPN.com, reports free agent LB Peter Boulware (Ravens) is struggling to get an offer in excess of $1 million in the post-May free agency market. Reportedly, some teams remained concerned with Boulware's health. Boulware hasn't played in more than a year due to knee and toe injuries.
 
Our defense ranked near the bottom in more than a few areas last year - not to mention we have yet to produce a season where we have put any kind of serious pressureon the QB on a regular consistant basis. Thus a bigger focus on the defense this year IMO.

If we can get Boulware on the cheap and sign him to a 1 year or 2 year deal I say we do it. We need another good veteran on the field and since Peek hasnt been able to practice with the team much yet this season because of injuries himself, having Boulware would be a nice bit of insurance on the teams part.

Playing GM - I would offer him a 3 yr vet min deal w/incentives to escalate based on performance. Add a nice little bonus to get him here. Shows a commitment on our part, but were not signing him to a huge deal either.
 
if he is struggling to get a deal at 1 mil a season, then I sign him and then possible use nis as trading bait after the next season. Especially if he does well this year.
 
I'd rather have Anthony Simmons.

Simmons is inconsistent and he's nicked up.

but

Boulware is on the decline and is coming back from a serious injury and has already lost a step or two.

The texans should focus on the O-line if they are going to sign another free agent, but, if they are still obsessed with signing linebackers, they should not sign Boulware.
 
throwANDREtheBALL said:
I'd rather have Anthony Simmons.

Simmons is inconsistent and he's nicked up.

but

Boulware is on the decline and is coming back from a serious injury and has already lost a step or two.

The texans should focus on the O-line if they are going to sign another free agent, but, if they are still obsessed with signing linebackers, they should not sign Boulware.
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Reasons why the Texans should sign Boulware instead of Simmons:
1. Simmons hasn't played in a full season since 2001
2. Simmons doesn't fit into the 3-4
3. Boulware would provide good depth at OLB, which we don't have (unless you're a Charlie Anderson fan)
4. We lost a lot of veteran leadership when we released Glenn, but Boulware could assume that role

We probably won't sign either though...

Since you're so "obsessed" with signing OL guys, who's out there that you think could help? Verba? hahaha
 
OT - Chris Terry, I've read quite a few articles that stated he had the feet to play LT. I know he's got a record as being an off-field problem......but, we might as well bring him in, since we already brought in Riley and he's an even bigger head-case. And I don't think Terry wants as much money as the "37million dollar man" Verba.

And about Simmons not fitting into a 3-4..........so your telling me that Morlon Greenwood is a perfect fit in a 3-4 ?
 
Phil Savage said it best and Savage was one of the guys that drafted him. When Boulware went to the Browns for a physical, Phil told him to go to Seattle. Don't expect Boulware to sign with anyone until possibly training camp if an injury forces a team to make a move for him. He is still a month away from working out.
 
throwANDREtheBALL said:
I'd rather have Anthony Simmons.

Simmons is inconsistent and he's nicked up.

but

Boulware is on the decline and is coming back from a serious injury and has already lost a step or two.

The texans should focus on the O-line if they are going to sign another free agent, but, if they are still obsessed with signing linebackers, they should not sign Boulware.
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I agree that the Texans should not sign Boulware, but I feel we should get faster at the linebacker and d-line positions.
 
I agree the Texans should get faster at the l-backer and d-line position. Not to mention get more aggressive on offense.
 
-- Boulware Considering Holding a Workout --
Mon Jul 4, 2005 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Len Pasquarelli reports with even his most ardent suitors still harboring concerns about his recovery from knee and toe surgeries, four-time Pro Bowl LB Peter Boulware is considering having a workout this month for all the teams that have indicated an interest in him. The workout, if arranged, would probably come in the next few weeks, before training camps open leaguewide. "It's obvious Pete is going to have to go out and show teams that he's healthy before they offer him a contract," acknowledged agent Roosevelt Barnes. "And if that's the case, then I'd rather have him do it one time, for everyone, rather than have to go through a series of these things. Like a come-one-come-all kind of thing. That's the way we're thinking now, if we can set it up at a time and place that works for everybody." Released by the Baltimore Ravens in early May, after the two sides could not come to an agreement on a restructured contract, Boulware visited the past month with the Houston Texans, Cleveland Browns and Seattle Seahawks. All three teams retain interest in him, but none has made a contract offer, and all indicated they wanted to wait until this month to get a better feel for the status of Boulware's recovery. If there is a group workout, it is all but a given the session would draw personnel scouts from other curious clubs, as well. If healthy, Boulware can be an effective player, and he is one of the few potential impact veterans still without a contract. Boulware, 30, spent the entire 2004 season on the physically unable to perform list as he attempted to recover from a knee injury sustained in the penultimate game of the 2003 campaign. He underwent toe surgery last December, the result of a November injury sustained in his first practice of the year, as he attempted to work his way off the NFL's physically unable to perform list. Barnes originally fielded inquires from 14 teams about his client, but Boulware has done as much due diligence on potential employers as they have done on him. Barnes said that his client's preference is to sign a contract before camps open.
 
-- Browns Pass on Boulware --
Wed Jul 6, 2005 --from FFMastermind.com

Seahawks.net reports Cleveland Browns GM Phil Savage knows a lot about LB Peter Boulware's medical history and he has decided to pass on the four-time Pro Bowl defender.
 
I guess at this point we have to ask, is he and this year worth taking a gamble on because I am sure he wants more than a one year deal.
 
the question is already answered for the most part. Nobody has signed him at a high salary and he will have to face a contract that has less risk involved with the team he signs with.
 
Any more news on Boulware? Workouts? Offers?

I graduated from Florida State and am a big Boulware fan (both Peter and Michael). I would love to see Boulware come to the Texans. Injuries sometimes scare teams too much. Once he realizes he is not going to get paid like he thought, I hope he decides to play here. He would definitely be a positive impact on our team and bring some much needed veteran leadership. I know we have Wong but I have heard that he is more of a lead by example guy instead of a vocal leader.

When all else fails, get someone who went to college in Florida!
 
Hey I dont understand why yall are giving up on the o-line yet. It takes a few seasons for a line to gel together. Look at our left side we have a second year tackle and a 4th year left guard who played left tackle. Sure there is some inconsistancy in left side, and I hate watching Carr get blindsided close to almost every play. But who do we have to fix the problem right away? Victor Riley please hes just there to add depth, and make it seem like we tried to fix the problem. I say before we make any decisions at least wait till after training camp, preseason, then if Carr is still getting blindsided after the first 2 games of the season make changes during the bye week, when you have 2 weeks to look at what you have and make changes as you wish. But I say dont give up on them yet, there still young and finding their own feet in the NFL.
 
Texans | Still Interested in Boulware
Tue, 12 Jul 2005 16:29:08 -0700

ESPN's John Clayton reports the Houston Texans remain interested in free agent LB Peter Boulware (Ravens).
 
TEXANS84 said:
Texans | Still Interested in Boulware
Tue, 12 Jul 2005 16:29:08 -0700

ESPN's John Clayton reports the Houston Texans remain interested in free agent LB Peter Boulware (Ravens).
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So are the Seahawks and the Browns but nobody will pay him the 3 to 4 million dollars a year that he wants. So here is the waiting game until he drops his price.
 
NFL | Boulware to Hold Workout
Tue, 12 Jul 2005 16:35:00 -0700
Updating previous reports, ESPN's John Clayton </link/125> reports free agent LB Peter Boulware </player/137/nfl> (Ravens) will hold a personal workout Thursday, July 14, to showcase his skills for NFL </team/77/nfl> teams that may be interested in his services.





Texans | Still Interested in Boulware
Tue, 12 Jul 2005 16:29:08 -0700
ESPN's John Clayton </link/125> reports the Houston Texans </team/18/nfl> remain interested in free agent LB Peter Boulware </player/137/nfl> (Ravens).
 
texanfan2002114 said:
So are the Seahawks and the Browns but nobody will pay him the 3 to 4 million dollars a year that he wants. So here is the waiting game until he drops his price.
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Actually the Browns owner said that he was made quite aware of the type of injury that Boulware had and did not want to take the chance on him. It is somewhere listed on this thread.
 
El Tejano said:
Actually the Browns owner said that he was made quite aware of the type of injury that Boulware had and did not want to take the chance on him. It is somewhere listed on this thread.
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Browns | Still Interested in Boulware
Tue, 12 Jul 2005 16:29:41 -0700

ESPN's John Clayton reports the Cleveland Browns remain interested in free agent LB Peter Boulware (Ravens).
 
-- Boulware on a Mission --
Thu Jul 14, 2005 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's John Clayton reportsfree-agent LB Peter Boulware (Ravens) is normally quiet but he will have a little edge to his demeanor Thursday when he works out for teams in Tallahassee. He wants to prove teams wrong for doubting him following his release from the Ravens. Boulware has been one of the best players available in free agency but hasn't had offers for much more than $1 million. He turned down $2 million this season from the Ravens, which would have been a pay cut. Five teams, including the Seahawks, will attend the workout. Boulware is determined to have a 10-plus-sack season and wants to show he doesn't have any lingering knee or toe problems. He's on a mission. The Ravens would love to re-sign Boulware but they can't re-sign him for the $2 million they offered him a couple of months ago. Why? They have $9.3 million of dead money on the 2005 salary cap from his release. They have kept in touch with Boulware and have left the door open for his return if the numbers are right.
 
so it sounds like the texans were the least inerested team in attendence. i dont know if we can beat out an offer from the steelers(a super bowl contender). he would probably rather go to someone that has a chance to atleast go to a championship game such as the steelers or seahawks.
 
Big78 said:
so it sounds like the texans were the least inerested team in attendence. i dont know if we can beat out an offer from the steelers(a super bowl contender). he would probably rather go to someone that has a chance to atleast go to a championship game such as the steelers or seahawks.
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unless he's considering a longer contract with an up and coming team like the texans.
 
atxcoolguy said:
unless he's considering a longer contract with an up and coming team like the texans.
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i dont know if we will be willing to sign a long term deal because he is getting old and coming off an injury, but then agian im not the GM so it beats me
 
-- Browns Don't Make Offer to Boulware --
Fri Jul 15, 2005 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports free-agent LB Peter Boulware did not impress the Browns enough in his workout Thursday to warrant an immediate contract offer. "We're still interested and will evaluate it next week with the coaches, but there's nothing imminent," GM Phil Savage said through a team spokesman. Boulware's workout in Tallahassee, Fla., was attended by the Browns, Seattle, Houston and Pittsburgh. Savage, the highest-ranking club executive in attendance, was joined by Browns linebacker coach Mike Haluchak. Boulware was released by the Baltimore Ravens after reportedly turning down a $2 million contract offer. He missed the past 18 games with knee and toe injuries. Before the workout, the Browns had concerns that Boulware could only be effective as a part-time rush specialist at this stage of his career. The workout apparently did not ease those concerns. Savage will confer with HC Romeo Crennel when the Browns coach returns Monday from vacation.
 
Peter would help us at LB but do we need him. he is going to be a big risk if he proves he is healthy and does not want top LB money then yah if we can get him bring him on in. Otherwise i would rather see what our young guys can do. I would focus more on a ILB than getting a OLB. Peter can rush the QB but thats when he is healthy and is not being doubled because defenders are more worried about Lewis and Suggs. So hey its a risk but well see how things work out.
 
Ravens | More about Boulware
Tue, 2 Aug 2005 14:00:56 -0700

Steve DeClue, of the Baltimore Sun, reports Baltimore Ravens head coach Brian Billick said the team would consider re-signing free agent LB Peter Boulware, given the fact that LB Dan Cody may be out for an indefinite period of time. "Peter's a viable option for us, that's really up to Peter," Billick said. "That certainly would be attractive to us but that's got to be something Peter wants as well."
 
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