Shaun Alexander says he wants to play for the Patriots

[mahonedog88]

In case some of you didn't know...Shaun Alexander was cut by the Seahawks this afternoon.  According to John Clayton, Alexander told some of his former teammates right after he was cut that he was interested in playing for either the patriots or the colts.

A two running back attack of Maroney and Alexander sounds good, but Shaun Alexander had an absoluetly dreadful year this past year.  If his wrist is healthy and he doesn't expect a big contract, I wouldn't mind taking a chance on him.

[Donoghus]

Can he even pass a physical these days?

[Celtic]

Interesting... But I ask you this, after last season, is he better than a healthy Sammy Morris?

[Pawtucket Pat]

I don't know, man. He was awful last year, and, to be honest, I'm not sure he was ever that good. You sort of get the feeling it was all the offensive line doing the work. As soon as Hutchinson left town, he was very, very ordinary.

[GroverTheClover]

He absolutely killed my fantasy team last year. No thanks.




(Yes, I know I'm being completely irrational.)


Let's give it a try, it wouldn't hurt.

[Bahku]

Very talented, but very over-rated ... I'd opt in another direction ... too many "ifs".

[yall hate]

A running back who played hard...got his big contract and quit on his team.  he sulked.  he looked out solely for his own gain rather then his teams.

If he could ever get back to what he was then talent wise, sure.  but i'll pass.

[Celtic]

So it seems the general consensus is to pass on him, new question, to the Colts take a chance on him, and do the Patriots regret letting him go?

[Cman]

A two running back attack of Maroney and Alexander sounds good

.... but a two running back attack of Maroney and Morris sounds even better.  Morris was really tearing it up at the beginning of last year, and I look forward to having him back (and healthy). 

[earl]

Fits the mold if the Pats can get him low risk. I would expect Indy to make a better offer.

Personally, I think his attitude has been crap since that MVP season. I am more than happy with a Maroney/Morris backfield. Morris is the real hammer you want back there grinding out yards. He was a big loss last year IMO.

[shookones99]

I'm sorry but this is ridiculous.  Sammy Morris has had like 2 good games his whole career.  I like him but he hasn't proven anything at all.  Shaun Alexander was the MVP 2 years ago.  I know he struggled last year but Seattle is a much different team then us.  He was the main focus of the opposing teams defense every game.  We also have a better O-line then they do.  And we have Tom Brady. 

A 2-RB system of Maroney and Alexander would really make us unstoppable on offense.  He seems like a good character guy who might be willing to take a cheap contract to play for us.  If thats the case then we could just cut him if he sucks and we still have Sammy morris.  He could be like this years Randy Moss.

[yall hate]

I'm sorry but this is ridiculous.  Sammy Morris has had like 2 good games his whole career.  I like him but he hasn't proven anything at all.  Shaun Alexander was the MVP 2 years ago.  I know he struggled last year but Seattle is a much different team then us.  He was the main focus of the opposing teams defense every game.  We also have a better O-line then they do.  And we have Tom Brady. 

A 2-RB system of Maroney and Alexander would really make us unstoppable on offense.  He seems like a good character guy who might be willing to take a cheap contract to play for us.  If thats the case then we could just cut him if he sucks and we still have Sammy morris.  He could be like this years Randy Moss.

Why do you think he seems like a good character guy?  ever published source seems to indicate the contrary.  There was severe worry in the Seahawks organization that after he got paid he wouldnt work hard.  look what happened.  he sulks.  he is me first.  he is anything but a patriot player (other then the fact that if he wants to be he is talented).

I also dont think he is going to take a cheap contract.

Additionally, I think he is going to look to sign with a team that will give him the opportunity to be an everydown rb, rather then a platoon.

Additionally, and I admit I am going just based on what I have read, but he isnt a good blocker or pass catcher.  If that is the case, then he is missing two of the 3 skills the Patriots look for in their RB.  (I do agree with you that Sammy Morris is so amazingly overrated by Patriot fans it is sickening.)

[MaineBleedsGreen]

I can see the question marks, but I agree with shook here, except on the character part. it would atleast be interesting to see what the cost would be ... while driving up the price for indy a bit.

[Redz]

Man, if the Pats get Alexander they might go 16-0! 

[shookones99]

I'm sorry but this is ridiculous.  Sammy Morris has had like 2 good games his whole career.  I like him but he hasn't proven anything at all.  Shaun Alexander was the MVP 2 years ago.  I know he struggled last year but Seattle is a much different team then us.  He was the main focus of the opposing teams defense every game.  We also have a better O-line then they do.  And we have Tom Brady. 

A 2-RB system of Maroney and Alexander would really make us unstoppable on offense.  He seems like a good character guy who might be willing to take a cheap contract to play for us.  If thats the case then we could just cut him if he sucks and we still have Sammy morris.  He could be like this years Randy Moss.

Why do you think he seems like a good character guy?  ever published source seems to indicate the contrary.  There was severe worry in the Seahawks organization that after he got paid he wouldnt work hard.  look what happened.  he sulks.  he is me first.  he is anything but a patriot player (other then the fact that if he wants to be he is talented).

I also dont think he is going to take a cheap contract.

Additionally, I think he is going to look to sign with a team that will give him the opportunity to be an everydown rb, rather then a platoon.

Additionally, and I admit I am going just based on what I have read, but he isnt a good blocker or pass catcher.  If that is the case, then he is missing two of the 3 skills the Patriots look for in their RB.  (I do agree with you that Sammy Morris is so amazingly overrated by Patriot fans it is sickening.)

Obviously I don't know the guy but every time I hear him talk or give an interview I am impressed.  He seems like a pretty smart and level-headed person.  I know that doesn't neccesarily mean he is a "good character guy" but, to me, he shows a level of respect and intelligence that is rare in the NFL (except for the patriots).  I also think he knows better than to come into the patriots locker room and mess around.