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The Cost Of James Casey*UPDATE* Cut by Eagles

John McClain saying Casey has gotten calls from 14 teams.

He's a goner IMO.

Texans misused him I think, watch him be a productive H-back for another team.
 
HoustonFrog said:
I think in a league where teams are mixing up the offenses, they see a lot of potential in his jack of all trades style. Use him at H-Back, TE, split him out. I've seen many people talking about how he is a hot commodity. I think you can do more with him than just say .."play FB this series" and "play TE" this series. I think he could be used more like Aaron Hernandez.
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I agree, he can fit in someone's scheme..especially with the spread offenses starting to become much more prominent in the NFL. But as far as him here in our system, with our qb.. he's pretty much a wasted roster spot.

I just don't see him becoming much more than what he already is...which is 1 of those guys that gets an extremely limited amount of snaps for a team but will pop up with a big reception every now & then largely b/c defenses aren't paying him much attention....kinda like the tackle-elgible WR package teams use in the red zone from time to time.
 
HoustonFrog said:
I think in a league where teams are mixing up the offenses, they see a lot of potential in his jack of all trades style. Use him at H-Back, TE, split him out. I've seen many people talking about how he is a hot commodity. I think you can do more with him than just say .."play FB this series" and "play TE" this series. I think he could be used more like Aaron Hernandez.
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Just don't ask him to catch a TD pass in the playoffs.



yeah, I'm still as pissed about that as some are about Jacoby Jones.
 
As of 3:51 PM the Texans have cut Kevin Walter and lost FA James Casey to the Eagles.

Bold prediction, Connor Barwin agrees to a deal with Colts/Patriots and we cut Antonio Smith
 
Heh looks like no hometown discount here. If he lands with the Eagles though that is a pretty good fit for him. Oh well, if he moves on then best wishes to the guy. Loved how he played...

....except the play Obi brought up lol.
 
ASidd_1990 said:
John McClain saying Casey has gotten calls from 14 teams.

He's a goner IMO.

Texans misused him I think, watch him be a productive H-back for another team.
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I agree,

terrible coaching wasting a guy who could of been really special if put in the right situation here in Houston.

Casey will be a beast in Philly
 
Mr teX said:
I'm sorry, just don't think he's all that everyone here's making him out to be. Could really care less is we kept him to be honest. I'm sure there's a place for him in the league on someone's team, just don't think that it's where many here think it is...ST's maybe?
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I tend to agree. Solid player, but not spectacular in any one area. Lot of folks prop his versatility. But to me, it' like one of those tools with lots of tools built in. Nice, but never going to be as good as a stand-alone screwdriver, scissors, etc.
 
One thing you can say is that the Texans drafted well, especially if you think that Casey was not used correctly.
 
I've got faith that Clutts will be a very good FB this year after he has an off-season to learn the playbook and such.


Casey was more a pass catcher which will suit him well with Chip Kelly. Best of luck to him.
 
Good for him. Probably didn't want to play FB either. I wouldn't if I was in his shoes. Should be interesting in that Chip Kelly offense.
 
Buh bye, James.
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Enjoy Phillyfan.
 
htowntexans1985 said:
John McClain @ McClain_on_NFL

James Casey has agreed to a 3-year contract worth $14.5 million. With Philadelphia.
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gotta let him go at that price.

Here's what that will mean for us: 5th round compensatory pick in 2014...

**We will definitely lose more free agents than we sign, so these signings can be viewed this way.
 
I have a feeling Casey is going to do well. Glad he will finally get utilized at TE instead of FB. Good luck, James!
 
I'm happy to see him get paid. He's such a hard worker and a selfless, team first guy. I hate to lose him, but we can't keep everybody.
 
Good for James, and good for the Texans. I don't think we were in any position to offer him much beyond vet minimum, so at least with the size of his deal we can get a 2014 5th round compensatory pick for him. That pick could bump up to a 4th if he does exceptionally well for them and/or they go deep in the playoffs.
 
Congrats to Casey who deserved a big contract. Always happy to see a good and a hard worker get rewarded for his efforts. I think the Eagles might be a fun team to follow this year.
 
Yeah, Eagles really know how to use free agents. Appreciate your time with us James. Clutts to the rescue.
 
Nawzer said:
Congrats to Casey who deserved a big contract.
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Really? Joel Dreessen got a little more than half of Casey's contract. And he had been much more productive Casey.

Still, it's not what you're worth. It's what you can negotiate. Casey has the potential and the Eagle believe they can bring it out.
 
I still will never understand why we didn't try him at TE more. He seemed to catch everything thrown his way at Rice and made a few amazing catches as a Texan.

Honestly, I'm terrified Casey is going to go to the Eagles and become a bonafide stud TE. I really believe with his size, strength, and athleticism, he could be a top 5-8 TE in the league.

Only time will tell, but it sucks it might happen with another team. Good luck James. The Texans are idiots, IMO, for how they utilized your skill set.
 
Lucky said:
Really? Joel Dreessen got a little more than half of Casey's contract. And he had been much more productive Casey.

Still, it's not what you're worth. It's what you can negotiate. Casey has the potential and the Eagle believe they can bring it out.
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You also have to remember that Dreessen is from Colorado and was willing to take less to play in his home state. The fans are great out there and love their team. Plus he gets to play with Peyton Manning. I'd drop a little off my salary demands, too.

Casey has to play in front of Philly fans and gets Vick. He should get more money.

I would have liked to see him back, but we essentially trade him for a 5th rounder next year. I think we can find a good replacement.
 
Good for Casey. He did not perform to that contract, but he was not utilized as much as he could have been. Unfortunately, I will think of him dropping an easy touchdown in the New England playoff game before anything else.
 
Good for Casey I wish him all the best, except when he might be playing against the Texans of course. I hope Philly figures out how to really use him in the offense since Kubiak hasn't figured it out yet.
 
I also wish Casey nothing but the best in Philly, which is maybe my fav NFC team now with both him and DeMeco on their roster. He's getting a nice chunk of change that I'm sure he will save and invest wisely for his post-NFL life.
 
Just saw the contract and very nice for Casey! Hope he enjoys it up in Philly. That offense could be fun to watch one way or another. Look forward to seeing how Chip implements it in the NFL. Good luck to Case.
 
deucetx said:
Just saw the contract and very nice for Casey! Hope he enjoys it up in Philly. That offense could be fun to watch one way or another. Look forward to seeing how Chip implements it in the NFL. Good luck to Case.
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Like TB said, they'll be looking for a QB by week 6 anyway. And 6 games is starting to sound a bit generous for Vick
 
I hope they mix in a trick play or two with him throwing the ball. I wonder what position they will peg him as since he really doesn't fit a true position.

I guess they have plans since they paid a good amount.
 
Way to go Casey . :bravo:

He is 28 , has a young family and got a 6 million dollar guarantee . The guy has fought his way through a trailer fire in Azle , minor league baseball , football at Rice , and now he gets paid .
 
Great fit for Chip Kelly offense & reason why they paid him to a contract that size. Good luck to James & Eagle organization.
 
Casey, you were one of my favorites: Live long and Pros.... well I guess you're already prospering so live long and spend it well!
 
The Third Man said:
Good for Casey. He did not perform to that contract, but he was not utilized as much as he could have been. Unfortunately, I will think of him dropping an easy touchdown in the New England playoff game before anything else.
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I'm afraid this applies to me also. Just as some will never forgive Jacoby, I will never forget this whiff from the guy who supposedly had the best hands on the team.
 
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