Friday, February 27, 2009
Media / Sports Washington's Already Expressing Buyer's Remorse Over Haynesworth
Posted by Pete Kotz on Fri, Feb 27, 2009 at 1:29 PM
Usually the signing of a Pro Bowl lineman is cause for celebration. But in Washington, they've seen this dance before, and it hasn't turned out well. So forgive Washingtonians for not getting too excited about the signing of Albert Haynesworth.
Only hours after the announcement, the Washington Post's Jason La Canfora was already on the board questioning the move. He writes:
While Albert may have got the money to bolt Nashville, it may soon become apparent that it can't buy him love. As a parting gift, we offer one last airing of his most stellar moment, the Stomping on a Guy's Head video above.
Only hours after the announcement, the Washington Post's Jason La Canfora was already on the board questioning the move. He writes:
This is a guy who has never played a full season, and who has never played more than 65 percent of the snaps. He is someone who has had off-the-field issues and someone who has been an underachiever for much of his career. Keeping fit and motivated has been an issue, and it isn't clear how he'll respond with this kind of guaranteed money in his pocket. The pressure on him is enormous as well; he must elevate the entire defense, be an MVP type of performer and play with consistency -- at a time when the team has eliminated 45 employees who were paid far, far less.
While Albert may have got the money to bolt Nashville, it may soon become apparent that it can't buy him love. As a parting gift, we offer one last airing of his most stellar moment, the Stomping on a Guy's Head video above.
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I think Haynesworth's "off-field issues" are totally exaggerated, as well as his supposed lack of motivation. The guy simply wasn't as good a few years ago, hence, the sub-par numbers.
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Posted by
Lars
on February 27, 2009 at 2:12 PM
I agree, Lars. But if you're spending that kind of money, you're probably hoping for no off-field issues. He was the most interesting player to watch on the Titans. But his annual cap hit for the guaranteed money alone is $5.8 million over the next seven years. That's a huge obligation for a guy who looks like a prime candidate to wear down quickly. I hate to say it, but I think the Titans were smart to let him walk.
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Pete Kotz
on February 27, 2009 at 2:28 PM
