Revis on the Radar?

[NorthCoast]

Just out of interest - how do teams evaluate the FA in this kind of situation?

We've got a guy who used to be a superstar, but now has concerns about whether he's lost a step or three. So how do the Steelers determine whether that's true or not?

Seems the only real way would be to have Ben throw some balls to AB and see if Revis can keep up. I don't think they do that kind of thing (?) ... so how _do_ the teams evaluate the free agent ... just film and then some last minute physical exam?

Thanks!

LOL... that would be a laugher. Revis trying to stay with AB one-on-one??... but I am wondering whether he might be an upgrade over Mitchell....??

[The Man of Steel]

Revis > Woolford > Cockrell

I don't know about that. When the Steelers signed Woolford he had 32 career interceptions in 8 seasons. Revis has 29 interceptions in 10 seasons and yes, I've heard all about Revis Island. Woolford was a former Pro Bowler too but the Steelers signed him when he was over 30 and all washed up too. I see no reason to pursue a repeat.

[SteelCrazy]

I don't know about that. When the Steelers signed Woolford he had 32 career interceptions in 8 seasons. Revis has 29 interceptions in 10 seasons and yes, I've heard all about Revis Island. Woolford was a former Pro Bowler too but the Steelers signed him when he was over 30 and all washed up too. I see no reason to pursue a repeat.

Woolford had 4 ints with us and 91 yards returned, the most in his career...

[SS Laser]

A guy had a good idea for a contract over on depot's comments. 2yr contract vet min/1mil 1st year so he still gets paid around 5mil from the Jets. 2nd for 2mil guaranteed maybe a little more. He has to be a upgrade to Gay? Play in different sub packages even as the safety? If they really want to play more dime and man coverage with press why not? Does Revis need "hidden" in zone coverage now? Maybe depending on the WR's. Easy to cut also I would think but no contract guru. Could be a good vet guy to help other CB's also as he has been in a few different defensive schemes. Just like any FA gamble. Could turn out great or not. I would hope for a JH type play in the secondary.

[Real Deal Steel]

Here's some insight on Revis:

According to The Ringer's Mike Lombardi, free agent Darrelle Revis remains unsigned because Revis "has not really taken care of his body" and "looked slow" on game tape last season.
Lombardi pointed to 38-year-old Terence Newman as a cornerback who has taken care of himself late in his career, whereas 31-year-old Revis has not. "He played slow. He looked slow," said Lombardi. "Players that gain weight during their career fall off the Earth." Also noting Revis had "two massages a week" during his time in New England, Lombardi believes "no one is going to take the $6 million burden off the Jets," referring to Revis' $6 million in offset guarantees. "I think Revis is begging for a job." Retirement is squarely in play for Revis.

Source: Mike Lombardi Podcast

Revis is washed up and trying to steal money from a sucker team who's enamoured with his name and what he "used to" be able to do. He can't play anymore.

[Slapstick]

He was in good enough shape to beat the @$$es of some guys who tried to mug him...

[RuthlessBurgher]

Here's some insight on Revis:

According to The Ringer's Mike Lombardi, free agent Darrelle Revis remains unsigned because Revis "has not really taken care of his body" and "looked slow" on game tape last season.
Lombardi pointed to 38-year-old Terence Newman as a cornerback who has taken care of himself late in his career, whereas 31-year-old Revis has not. "He played slow. He looked slow," said Lombardi. "Players that gain weight during their career fall off the Earth." Also noting Revis had "two massages a week" during his time in New England, Lombardi believes "no one is going to take the $6 million burden off the Jets," referring to Revis' $6 million in offset guarantees. "I think Revis is begging for a job." Retirement is squarely in play for Revis.

Source: Mike Lombardi Podcast

Revis is washed up and trying to steal money from a sucker team who's enamoured with his name and what he "used to" be able to do. He can't play anymore.

If true, not good, but I'm not sure why the "two massages a week" tidbit is highlighted in particular. Is that supposed to make him soft? I believe that James Harrison employs a full time masseuse to help with his crazy training regimen.

[Real Deal Steel]

No..not saying he's soft. Just demanding/Premodonna for a guy who doesn't have it anymore. We don't need the headache in that regard.