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Wide Receiver Reinforcements Have Arrived

by Brian

Busy week on the transaction front for the NFL.  Let’s take a look at some of the activity that has happened, specifically regarding those gentlemen that are fleet of feet and haul in the TD passes:

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(1) The Miami Dolphins trade WR Chris Chambers to the San Diego Chargers for a 2nd round pick in the 2008 draft.

Analysis: Hey look!  An actual NFL trade - one that makes sense for both teams!  For the 0-6 Fins, it’s a concession to give up on a lost season rebuild for the future (again - more on this tomorrow).  

As for the Chargers, well, look out.  Just a couple of weeks after some of us were digging their grave, the Bolts are tied for 1st in the NFC West, and now have a formidable target to team up with young speedster Vincent Jackson and big tight end Antonio Gates.  Philip Rivers still needs to get more consistent, but the Chargers have re-established themselves as the team to beat in their division.

(2) After serving a one-year suspension, WR Koren Robinson is set to return to the Green Bay Packers.

Analysis:  The Packers aren’t exactly hurting at the position, with Donald Driver healthy and Greg Jennings coming into his own.  However, Koren could help out as a kick return man for a team that ranks 22nd in kickoff returns, as well as a 3rd wide receiver option.  It will be interesting to see how the Packers utilize this former #1 wideout.  It will also be interesting to see if he’s able to remain sober.  Green Bay just needs to make sure he stays away from this guy.

(3) WR Chad Jackson, who was placed on the Patriots PUP list at the start of the season, returned to practise yesterday.

Analysis:  The Pats need running backs and tight ends, but are just fine at wideout (have you noticed?).  However, as Michael Reiss reports, the team has three weeks to decide whether or not they activate Jackson, or put him on injured reserve.  This means that should anything happen to one of the receivers on the active roster in the next few games, the Patriots have the 2nd year Florida alum ready as an insurance policy.  Nice option to have if you can get it.

(4) The St. Louis Rams sign former 1st round pick & unemployed free agent Travis Taylor.

Analysis:  Desperate times call for desperate measures, my friends.

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