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It's not easy to keep track of every single roster move by every team in the NFL, especially when your vested interest lies with one team. That's why I was somewhat surprised when I saw this list of free agents from Jason La Canfora's blog. Pretty impressive set of names, isn't it?

It's not surprising why several of those guys have not been signed. Edgerrin is on the wrong side of 30 and showed his age last season. Shaun Alexander. Marvin Harrison has the combination of age, injury, and some mysterious allegations following him. Mark Tauscher tore a knee ligament in week 13 last year and comes in at age 32. I was a sophomore in high school when Willie McGinest turned 30. DeWayne Robertson can't even keep a website running:

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At this point, pretty much anyone on this [list] is looking at a one-year, veteran-minimum-type deal, so it’s not a tremendous investment, and a lot of teams have ample space after the salary cap jumped this offseason.

With injuries such a part of the game, most teams will be looking for free-agent help by the first few weeks of August, with two-a-days chipping away at their rosters by then, and these guys are worth watching.

Barring a bunch of injuries, these guys won't be Seahawks. However, some teams will be desperate enough or at least willing to take a chance in signing some of these fellas. It's amazing how quickly NFL players go from stardom to the unemployment list.

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Possible, but I think having a 'veteran' RB is overrated.

I mean, if it’s Fred Taylor, maybe. But would you rather have Edge? Or Forsett? I’ll take Forsett and his small contract and potential over Edge any day.

by LantermanC on Jul 6, 2009 11:58 AM PDT up reply actions  

I'm not saying Edge is valuable because of his experience

but because he’s an extremely effective pass blocker and was a very good receiver out of the backfield. I’m not sure how well he catches the ball anymore but he could be a productive third down back if he’s used correctly and willing.

by Nate Dogg on Jul 6, 2009 12:29 PM PDT up reply actions  

The saints just dropped a 10-year vet LS because they are poor

So sez deadspin. Seems like it might not be a bad idea to bring him in for a bit of competition (or the dreaded 2K-2LS formation).

by ninjasocks on Jul 6, 2009 11:20 AM PDT reply actions  

Boone Stutz FTL.

Andy Reid is the only coach in NFL history that uses the pass to set up the pass.

by SSreporters on Jul 6, 2009 1:48 PM PDT up reply actions  

We don't really need another WR

…but I’ve always liked Amani Toomer, and I expect he’ll be suiting up again come September.

by thebyron on Jul 6, 2009 12:57 PM PDT reply actions  

"Barring a bunch of injuries, these guys won't be Seahawks."

So, what you’re really saying is that all of the aforementioned players will be in Hawk blue by September?

"Part, fools!
Put up your swords. You know not what you do."

by Fearless Frog on Jul 6, 2009 1:40 PM PDT reply actions  

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