Chad Johnson Demands Trade...Again

[S.Taylor36]

After reading that Carson Palmer said he plans to report to the Bengals "when he has to," Chad Johnson called ESPN's John Clayton, denied saying that, and reiterated that he wants to be "traded before the draft."
"I want to make this very clear," Chad said. "Nothing has changed...I don't want to play for the Bengals. I don't know where (Palmer) got that. I wish he would stay out of my business. I don't intend on reporting to anything." NFL Network's Adam Schefter adds that a few teams have approached the Bengals about a trade, and one even offered two first-day picks. But the team is holding firm.

http://sports.espn.go.com/nfl/news/story?id=3349761

I want the Skins to step up and get this guy.

[Sweepea436]

This whole thing has bad mojo written all over it. At this point you KNOW you're going to give up the farm for him, and if we do that......... we'll expect instant dominance from him...... In the first year of a new system, first year head coach...... I can see that not happening....... How will we, and in turn he react to that? Demanding a trade out of DC?

[skinfan43]

This whole thing has bad mojo written all over it. At this point you KNOW you're going to give up the farm for him, and if we do that......... we'll expect instant dominance from him...... In the first year of a new system, first year head coach...... I can see that not happening....... How will we, and in turn he react to that? Demanding a trade out of DC?
Agreed.
I'd rather make a play for Anquan Boldin or Roy Williams if possible.

[greatest2]

he thinks he gets blamed in Cincy? wait til he would get to washington.

he would not be a good fit here for that reason alone. he can't take the criticism, then washington is not the place for him.

Plus cincy would expect alot for him, they are fine not having him play this year, they don't want to reward that behavior and encourage it in the future. He isn't a rookie either, he has some age, how many years would we get from him for the price in rounds, plus contract.

basically, no everyday and twice on sundays

[greatest2]

Agreed.
I'd rather make a play for Anquan Boldin or Roy Williams if possible.

i would be ecstatic with either, both proven, tough, size, young and plenty of upside for a long time. That all being said Boldin is the guy ontop of my wishlist. he is so physical, he is jus a beast. don't think either will happen, but if it did i wouldn't mind giving up alot in compensation and contract for boldin, he is worth every penny and round

[shally]

i would be ecstatic with either, both proven, tough, size, young and plenty of upside for a long time. That all being said Boldin is the guy ontop of my wishlist. he is so physical, he is jus a beast. don't think either will happen, but if it did i wouldn't mind giving up alot in compensation and contract for boldin, he is worth every penny and round

i dont think any of them are going to be moving..

[whitskins]

Boldin is not going to be traded unless he whines and moans like Chad and TO. That is the way things work in the NFL. You don't get out of a contract unless you raise absolute hell. Boldin hasn't opened his mouth so he isn't going anywhere.

It doesn't sound like there's any urgency to deal Roy either. Roy actually doesn't strike me as the kind of player who does anything with any urgency. Not saying I wouldn't want him, but he doesn't seem like a guy with a lot of heart.

Two first day picks is too much for Chad, but he would definitely do for us what TO did for Dallas. TO came to a team with a much different offense and a conservative coach who didn't even want him in the first place and he still dominated. Chad is another one of those guys who is going to get his numbers no matter what.

After this draft, I see the Skins being a team with as much depth as any other in the NFL, but without enough sheer star power to equal the league's best. Drafting nine guys and trading a future pick for Chad would give us a team every bit as talented as Dallas or any other in the NFC.

I don't see how that's not a risk worth taking, but that's just me.

[FanFromArizona]

First off, I think Chad would fit in nicely with our Offense.
Here's a guy who WANTS the ball all the time. A playmaker. With the way our WR core goes, we know what happens when Moss/ARE get hurt, our game becomes one-dimensional.

Now, the looming question would be his EGO and the price to acquire him.
I would be happy if we gave up our first rounder and our third rounder to get him. And with every passing day, and Chad getting more and more outrageous, and all these OTAs/mini-camps/TC dates approaching, Chad's fetching price will diminish on daily basis.

So, make a run at him. It would address the issue of WR and we would still have our 2nd and 3rd rounder(COMP) to address the lines.

[skinsfan36]

if we get chad i want to get him after the draft.there asre some good fits in the 2nd rd at wideout this year for the wco lets take one and keep our picks. i dont want to give up picks in this very important draft for this franchise.next years 2nd wouldnt be bad :)

[JoeJacksonTaylor28]

Two first-day picks? That's in the worst case two 2nd rounders. No way... as others, I would prefer making a play on Williams or Boldin, but I see it very unlikely

[dj_stouty]

Now, the looming question would be his EGO and the price to acquire him.


Having an EGO is a prerequisite for the wide receiver these days. Virtually all top flight receivers not named Harrison fit that bill...and I'd guess the new crop of first round rookies have pretty big heads as well. If you are going to have an EGO at wideout...it might as well get one of the most proven in the game in CJ.

I'm not sure why Cinci wouldn't entertain a team's offer of two first day picks for a guy who clearly doens't want to play for them. If I were Lewis, I'd pull that trigger quick.

[Cutter]

I bet when they say "first day" they meant a 2nd and 3rd. A lot of people still consider the 3rd round in the first day.

[fent]

PFT is reporting that the rumblings they hear say no one is interested in taking him off of the Bengals hands. that'll obviously change if he's cut or the cost is dropped significantly, but it sounds like no one wants to pay what the bengals would listen to.

[skinsfan36]

PFT is reporting that the rumblings they hear say no one is interested in taking him off of the Bengals hands. that'll obviously change if he's cut or the cost is dropped significantly, but it sounds like no one wants to pay what the bengals would listen to.

i hope we dont trade our future for him and that holds true

[FanFromArizona]

Having an EGO is a prerequisite for the wide receiver these days. Virtually all top flight receivers not named Harrison fit that bill...and I'd guess the new crop of first round rookies have pretty big heads as well. If you are going to have an EGO at wideout...it might as well get one of the most proven in the game in CJ.

I'm not sure why Cinci wouldn't entertain a team's offer of two first day picks for a guy who clearly doens't want to play for them. If I were Lewis, I'd pull that trigger quick.

Reggie Wayne, Houshmanzadeh, Boldin all pop into my mind as top-flight receivers without attitudes/EGOs.

(and I agree that "if you are going to have an EGO at wideout...it might as well be CJ).

[JoeJacksonTaylor28]

Reggie Wayne, Houshmanzadeh, Boldin all pop into my mind as top-flight receivers without attitudes/EGOs.

(and I agree that "if you are going to have an EGO at wideout...it might as well be CJ).
I'm not sure about Houshmanzadeh... I can clearly remember him trash talking with Joey Porter, cleaning his shoes with the (ugh) "terrible towel", dancing, etc.

[dj_stouty]

Reggie Wayne, Houshmanzadeh, Boldin all pop into my mind as top-flight receivers without attitudes/EGOs.

(and I agree that "if you are going to have an EGO at wideout...it might as well be CJ).

Each of the three guys you mentioned are all WR2s. Let them have some time in the spotlight without Harrison, CJ and Fitz and see how much they enjoy it. ;)

[CNYSkinFan]

is there anyway we can get him AND Jared Allen lol. Come on Vinny stop resisting the Dark Side

[SkinsfaninNJ]

is there anyway we can get him AND Jared Allen lol. Come on Vinny stop resisting the Dark Side

LMAO. We have extra third round picks burning holes.

[FanFromArizona]

Each of the three guys you mentioned are all WR2s. Let them have some time in the spotlight without Harrison, CJ and Fitz and see how much they enjoy it. ;)

Reggie Wayne is a WR1 in my books. He took over that role from Harrison this year. I don't see Wayne being much different than Harrison when it comes to off(and on)-the-field behavior. They will both remain quiet for years to come and let their play do the talking -- sounds almost like our beloved Art Monk, doesn't it?

[The Skinsinator]

is there anyway we can get him AND Jared Allen lol.That's like getting 12 headcases for our 2008 and 2009 picks (is tempting though.) Allen is going to the Vikes it sounds like. PTI reported today Snyder may make a play for CJ actually.

[shally]

That's like getting 12 headcases for our 2008 and 2009 picks (is tempting though.) Allen is going to the Vikes it sounds like. PTI reported today Snyder may make a play for CJ actually.

i would like it a lot if he goes to the vikes as i see minny as being the prime suitor for harvey ahead of us.. yes, tampa could snag him but i think they might lean more towards a wideout (at least i hope they will) and leave harvey for us at 21.
KC has so many other needs i dont see them using their pick on a DL.. but you never know

[redskin_rich]

i would like it a lot if he goes to the vikes as i see minny as being the prime suitor for harvey ahead of us.. yes, tampa could snag him but i think they might lean more towards a wideout (at least i hope they will) and leave harvey for us at 21.
KC has so many other needs i dont see them using their pick on a DL.. but you never know

Well, if KC trades Allen, they will have an additional pick in the 1st round and I think they would definitely draft a Harvey or Merling to fill the void.

Harvey isn't the answer at the left DE anyway.

Isn't this the Chad Johnson thread?

I'd give our 2nd and a conditional 3-4th next year or our natural 3rd and Ladell Betts or Rock Cartwright.

Lets face it, Chad would have more impact this year than any and all our draft picks will.

[joethefan]

Well, if KC trades Allen, they will have an additional pick in the 1st round and I think they would definitely draft a Harvey or Merling to fill the void.

Harvey isn't the answer at the left DE anyway.

Isn't this the Chad Johnson thread?

I'd give our 2nd and a conditional 3-4th next year or our natural 3rd and Ladell Betts or Rock Cartwright.

Lets face it, Chad would have more impact this year than any and all our draft picks will.


I agree, now that I've really thought about it, i would want chad here based on his impact in the game...TO commands a certain level of respect by DC's, chad would do the same for us....Vinnie make it happen...but smartly

[saratogan]

April 25, " Today, the Redskins made a blockbuster trade which shook the NFL. To get Chad Johnson, the Redskins traded Randel-El, Betts, their draft choices in the first, second and one of their third round draft picks this year and pick #1 in both the 2009 and 2010 drafts. And added Vinny Cerrato, as a bonus."

September 2 "It was announced today by the Redskins that Chad Johnson and Jim Zorn were observed having what appeared to be a loud, caustic, animated altercation during practice. Chad Johnson walked off the field and went home." He has not been heard form or seen since. Due to injuries to Santana Moss and Anthony Mix, the Redskins have begun negotiations to bring back Art Monk."

September 4 "The Redskins were observed with four running backs in the backfield and Zorn made a comment about trying a whole new type of "flooded, short zone" offensive play." It now appears that the trade for Chad Johnson has cost the Redskins dearly, both now and into the future."

I guess you can tell I do not want to see the Redskins pay the price that would have to be paid to get this guy. Go to the draft, pick up good talent. If Cincy wants to trade him - the Redskins should only do so with a minimal - but fair - deal - after no one else is willing to pay an inflated price.
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