Coachnorm
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You may have seen the short discussion in the chatbox. It was an ESPN Insider rumor that I didn't have access to. While I don't think any rumor about Cassels' status at this point has a lot of weight at this point of the offseason it probably bears some discussion. From what I have read around is that the Pats are hoping to maybe get a first round pick for Cassel. Translation: Probably will settle for a second rounder plus a second day pick.
A trade this early leaves a big hole in there Backup QB situtaion. How is Tom Bradys recovery doing? We have the potential of Cassel getting a franchise tag. This is a big bucks option. Now KC could trade Croyle or Thigpen to the Pats to be a backup. This sort of senerio could speed things up as far as deals go. Otherwise, finding a backup may take awhile as one may have to be drafted which would likely make moving Cassel be closer to or a draft day deal.
A trade this early leaves a big hole in there Backup QB situtaion. How is Tom Bradys recovery doing? We have the potential of Cassel getting a franchise tag. This is a big bucks option. Now KC could trade Croyle or Thigpen to the Pats to be a backup. This sort of senerio could speed things up as far as deals go. Otherwise, finding a backup may take awhile as one may have to be drafted which would likely make moving Cassel be closer to or a draft day deal.