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Moss to Raiders
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 6:09 pm
by Skeletor
The Vikings and Oakland Raiders have agreed to a trade that will send Vikings receiver Randy Moss to the Raiders in exchange for the seventh overall pick in this year's draft, linebacker Napoleon Harris and a low-round draft pick this year, a person with knowledge of the situation said Wednesday.
"It's sort of a bittersweet moment for Randy," said his agent, Dante DiTrapano. "He had seven years in Minnesota, and he loved being a Viking. But, at the same time, this gives him a better chance to win a Super Bowl. The Oakland Raiders have vowed to use Randy like he has been used the past seven years, and that's throw the ball deep."
NFL trades can't become official until March 2. Because of that, the Vikings aren't able to comment on Moss' status.
"We've had discussions with the Raiders, but we have nothing to say about it," said Rob Brzezinski, Vikings vice president of football operations. "That's all we can say."
Moss has been rumored to be on the trading block since the end of a injury-plagued and controversial-filled 2004 season. Brzezinski said the Vikings did not shop Moss, and that the Raiders contacted them recently to initiate trade talks.
http://www.startribune.com/stories/510/5256783.html
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 6:10 pm
by redskincity
I want MOSS
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 6:11 pm
by Texas Hog
thank God....not to the pukes or philthy...or even the NFC
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 6:13 pm
by BringThePain!
There goes everybody's hopes and dreams for Mike Williams...
Time to start thinking about trading back....
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 6:24 pm
by oafusp
BringThePain! wrote:There goes everybody's hopes and dreams for Mike Williams...
Time to start thinking about trading back....
Yes, the Vikings will use the pick on a WR...or TE Heather Miller.
Derrick Mason's value just went up...as did all the other free agent WR's. We NEED to get something in return for Coles.
Look what the Vikings just got for Moss....the Redskins better do something similar...don't get screwed.
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 6:37 pm
by redskincity
oafusp wrote:BringThePain! wrote:There goes everybody's hopes and dreams for Mike Williams...
Time to start thinking about trading back....
Yes, the Vikings will use the pick on a WR...or TE Heather Miller.
Derrick Mason's value just went up...as did all the other free agent WR's. We NEED to get something in return for Coles.
Look what the Vikings just got for Moss....the Redskins better do something similar...don't get screwed.
Colea for Jason Taylor.
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 6:39 pm
by Jeremy81
looks like we're trading down this draft...i kinda prefer it. as much as i'd like to have williams, we can still get a good wr in FA and get more picks to take a quality DE and OL
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 6:48 pm
by redskincity
Its not official!!
I have some inside scoop that says Redskin officials are gunning for a bid. **Wink**
Re: Moss to Raiders
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 7:16 pm
by air_hog
Skeletor wrote: But, at the same time, this gives him a better chance to win a Super Bowl.
Oh yeah, Oakland has a great shot at making the Super Bowl, especially in the AFC
But anyways i agree, our chances of getting Williams are slim to none now, plus ive heard Williams has been working out Chris Carter...
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 7:18 pm
by Brandon777
This sucks. I'm glad Moss isn't coming to the NFC East, but now this hurts our chances to get Williams and Edwards. I hope the Vikings draft defense with the #7 overall and then use their #18 overall for a WR. Some people will say trade down, but what if Dallas grabs Troy Williamson. Then we will really be screwed. I wouldn't be against trading up to get Williams or Edwards.
Posted: Wed Feb 23, 2005 8:11 pm
by redskindave
Damn, It looks more and more like Mike Williams and Braylon Edwards will be gone before the 9th pick, With the trade of Randy Moss to Oakland that didnt help either, Its not really official yet, Hopefully it wont happen..The Vikings would most likely pick a reciever if they trade Moss
Posted: Thu Feb 24, 2005 12:30 am
by Jake
I'm glad to read this. I didn't want Moss at all.
The Vikes will draft defense with their first pick. That is their biggest weakness. Has been for years. They don't need a receiver THAT bad but I'm sure it will be addressed through free agency.
Posted: Fri Feb 25, 2005 5:46 am
by tcwest10
..."amd Moss grows fat on a rolling stone, but that's not how it used to be..."
Don McLean "American Pie"
I am glad the temptation was removed before it became an issue.
Randy joins a lockerroom where he can be a part of one big, happy tumor !