Sam Bradford Wants Out Of Philadelphia, What Are His Options?

[RaychelSnr]

Sam Bradford is not happy about the Eagles trading away several future draft picks to likely a acquire a QB in the second pick of the draft -- and he's now demanding a trade.

Let's first sit back and appreciate how the last month of movement from Philadelphia has been somewhat self-destructive over the short term -- sacrificing both several draft picks along with now possibly your immediate starting QB to draft a new QB of the future.

Bradford, as you may know, signed a 2-year, $36 million extension earlier this offseason. Now, in demanding a trade, he's opened up the possibility a couple of suitors could sweep in and try to nab him.

The contenders are:

Denver - This is obvious isn't it? The team is built to win a championship now, and Bradford would be a nice short term answer as the franchise tries to figure out the future. Bradford's contract doesn't fit with Denver's finances and would require some restructuring but this is hardly undoable.

New York Jets - Bradford could be a fit in NY as well with Fitzpatrick not signed yet. Again, Bradford may have to take a hit on finances here -- but the Jets probably would see Bradford as an upgrade.

Cleveland - I mean, why not? You need a QB in Cleveland, they have the finances, and the Browns have a lot of draft choices. Bradford wouldn't thrive here at all, this would be another St. Louis type of situation, but it'd make sense for Cleveland.

Philadelphia - No, Philly isn't going to trade with itself for Bradford, but let's be real: Bradford probably ends up in Philly as the tutor/veteran teacher for the upcoming rookie QB and then leaves in a couple of years as the new QB takes the reigns. From Bradford's standpoint this isn't the greatest situation but its a position and a salary. And oftentimes, the simplest explanation is the most likely.


What do you think? Which team would you like to see Bradford land on for next year's Madden?

[Rams_3]

Who cares about sam bradford. As a Rams fan I'm glad he's gone, dude couldn't stay healthy. He's so fragile he probably got hurt this morning fixing a bowl of cereal. Smh.

[4thQtrStre5S]

He should go to Denver, cause I don't like Denver or Bradford...GO Raiders..

[NINJAK2]

He should STFU. Every year LB's, RB's, OL/DL, etc have to worry about keeping their jobs whenever their position is drafted yet we never hear them crying or trying to force a trade. Unfortunately QB's are commodities with expiration dates just like those other positions and if they want to be on the field like those other guys and keep their job they have to do one thing - PLAY WELL. He has not been good enough or consistent enough over his NFL career to believe he is guaranteed a starting spot.

[gr18]

Philly's paying him $18 million and he may get to start this year and presumably have Wentz ready next year.If he has a good season he could get that big long term deal.I think he's worried about injuries or a bad couple of games, or team losing scenario that would have the fans crying for Wentz.

Philly could, put Chase Daniel out there as a bridge.Denver would be the best option at a restructured amount.They could still win with him.He's good enough with staying healthy the big question mark.I don't think he's a big upgrade for the Jets over Fitzpatrick while the Browns can be the Browns with RG3.

[Ampking101]

Honestly staying with Philly is his best bet. He doesn't have job security in the long term but short of actually getting a decent haul for trading him, they aren't letting him go with that hit to the cap.

Worst case scenario if he stays with the Eagles he sits out at least a season, collects $17 mil, get cut next year and is a free agent free to choose where he wants to go. Best case scenario, Goff or Wentz go down with an injury and you're right back to being the starter.

The reality is that I wouldn't put it past the Eagles to trade him but that is a huge cap hit to cut him that it is at least worth keeping him on the roster for a season as a vastly overpaid back up.

If he does get traded there are two destinations I see being beneficial to the recipients.

1.) Denver trades for him. They don't have a viable started after losing Osweiler, Paxton Lynch likely won't be available by the time they draft, they need a QB that at least has experience. Their defense can keep them in games and their offense can help cover up some of Bradford's weaknesses. It's not the ideal situation but it isn't necessarily a losing proposition.

2.) Dallas trades for him. It's obvious that the Cowboys need a QB that can win badly. They are by far a superbowl ready team with their biggest weakness being Tony Romo's inability to stay healthy. In this scenario it's very likely that Bradford sees playing time at least a few times in the season. He still plays out his contract but possibly has opportunities to shine. Dallas has an offense that is built for a guy like Bradford to shine (an all star oline, an arguably top 5 receiver, a top 5 TE, and a RB if healthy can keep teams on their toes) and a solid defense that won't lose games but won't win any either (unlike Denver).

Likelyhood of being traded is almost nonexistent, that said these are the winning options for all parties involved as I see it.

[Josiphos]

As an Eagles fan, I'm a little disappointed in Sam. He knowingly signed a prove it deal, and then is somehow threatened by a FCS QB when he knows he has to go out and ball to get a huge new contract.

Really Sam, you've made 100M so far being totally mediocre and or hurt. He's never won a playoff game, never even been to one right?

What kind of leadership does this show, to expect your team to not even plan for the future, and now you're gonna hold your breath and want a trade?


Sad sad Sam

[KennyJ1976]

The Arena League. But in all honesty, I think Philly is making a huge mistake if they draft either of these QBs #2 overall. Have any of you even heard of these guys before a couple of months ago? Just another case of QBs being over valued when it has been proven that you can win Super Bowls without 1st round QBs or even franchise type QBs.