Free-Agent RB Triangle
Posted by eneffell on June 12, 2008
Which big-name FA running back has the best chance of getting signed? Alexander, Benson, and Henry are examined and I’ve decided who has the biggest chance of getting signed.
Shaun Alexander
Information
Age: 30
Years Pro: 9
Resume: 2005 NFL MVP
Reason Released: Alexander’s toughness was questioned by Seattle.
Turn-On: Alexander is an experienced runner who will run over guys in the open field.
Turn-Off: Alexander is far past his prime, and his age, injury problems, and his soft running style will hold him back as a free agent.
Possibly Interested Teams: Chicago Bears, Houston Texans.
Chance of Being Signed: 15%
Cedric Benson
Information
Age: 25
Years Pro: 3
Resume: 4th Overall pick in 2005 NFL Draft.
Reason Released: Benson had two alcohol related arrests with Austin, Texas police in a month.
Turn-On: He is still very young and has lots of potential.
Turn-Off: His alcohol-related problems and he was an under-achiever in Chicago
Possibly Interested Teams: Detroit Lions, Cincinnati Bengals, Tennessee Titans
Chances of Being Signed: 70%
Travis Henry
Information
Age: 29
Years Pro: 8
Resume: Pretty Good RB
Reason Released: Henry had substance policy problems with the NFL. And in addition to that, injury problems and commitment issues.
Turn-On: He’s a good overall running back that is elusive, yet has good power and vision.
Turn-Off: Injury Problems, Commitment Issues, and Substance Abuse issues.
Possibly Interested Teams: Chicago Bears
- eneffell, Admin/Editor/Contributer of 3rd & Short and owner of iform.wordpress.com
Chances of Being Signed: 35%
dsf said
I’m not sure if the Chicago Bears would be interested in picking up Henry. Bengals picking up Benson though, yeah, why not ha!!
caleb said
I will say that I disagree all around. Cedric Benson’s career is done. He hasn’t produced in the 3 years he has been with the Bears, and he isn’t smart enough to stay out of trouble with the law when the Bears pick a solid RB in the draft. Travis Henry, he’ll get picked up, but not by the Bears. They will be looking at Jordan once he is finally released from Oakland. Alexander, hmm, I’m sure he gets a contract too, but he won’t be starting, unless he signs after the season starts and the team has an injury. i have a similar site bro, if you don’t mind, check it out: http://pigskinSpin.com.
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