Packers 2014 free agents - who leaves/stays? (Flynn Re-Signs)

More likely that Flynn's agent is who's genius. Who really knows how interested the Giants were in Flynn. But it was probably enough to push TT's pen to ink him.

It's a dream job IMO. Assuming Rodgers stays healthy, Flynn is only going to see mop up duty at best. Otherwise it's a lot of clip board holding, chest bumps on the sidelines, and wondering how good do I look in my baseball bat.

Hell of a way to make a lot of coin for an on-call job.

Some of us liked Kuhn, Hall and Johnson.

As for Flynn, the guy got the team to 2-2 after about 8 practices back with the team, and I wouldn't pin either of the losses solely on his shoulders. There are about 18 teams that would kill for a starting QB that could get them to .500, so the Pack could do a lot worse for their backup.

That said, I don't think anyone would be upset if someone beat out Flynn that had more upside and possible long-term trade value.

Pboi, 

Your totally right about being a cush job for making some serious coin.  But for alot of these guys and Flynn especially, its got to suck knowing that he isn't going to get any playing time, but potentially could compete for a starting position on another team.  Practice all week and sit on the bench.  For the average joe, sounds great, most of these guys are ultra competitors, and I would think it would kill them to sit on the bench, during a game, no matter how much they make, unless your Haynesworth.   

Except Flynn got his shot.  At least he still is on a team instead of looking for a job as a high school offensive coordinator.

I think even Matt Flynn realizes he got his payday and it is better to just ride off into the sunset.

Your both probably right, just pointing out, that I would take the payday no problem, but to practice all week, and then sit during the game would suck.  

I'm glad to see Flynn back.

Not because I think he gives us a veteran presence at QB, not because I think he could potentially save a season in the event of injury, or because I think he adds any future value for a trade.

It's because he showed guts last year in his role here. He took a beating most weeks, and didn't fold. If he was hurting, he played through it, and played reasonably well.

Sometimes, to me anyway, it's the little things I respect the most. Pride, integrity, guts...I'll take that on my team anytime.

The comeback wins over Atlanta and Dallas were at least partly his work.

comeback win vs Cowboys was 20% Flynn, 10% Lacey, and 70% Tony Romo and co deciding they did not need to run the ball.

Bull****. Flynn still had to get the team in the endzone. Granted the Cowboys/Romo provided opportunity's, there were plays made.

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As for Flynn, the guy got the team to 2-2 after about 8 practices back with the team, and I wouldn't pin either of the losses solely on his shoulders.

With better playcalling from MM in OT, Flynn would've led another comeback win against the Vikings. When he replaced Tolzien we were 16 points down and he rallied and led the comeback. Only to get all the way down there in OT and MM doesn't bring out the Jumbo package and slam Lacy into the endzone....

I like Flynn and I'm glad he's back with the team. While I don't think he's an all pro, I think he's more capable than many starters in the NFL. But he doesn't look like he's a quick study and he's rigid in his approach. He's an anti-gunslinger. He needs lots of time in a system to get his reads and timing down. This undermined his chances in Seattle and Oakland, against guys who were adept at improvising.

we're in horrible shape if Flynn has to start games

Worse than with A.J. Hawk sucks starting games?

@PackerUpdate 

@caplannfl reports Packers were interested in signing QB Josh Freeman had Matt Flynn signed with Giants

Flynn sucks, Hawk Sucks, Cubs suck.......

Flynn doesn't suck, necessarily.  As long as he isn't paid to be a starter, it is OK, but there is next to no upside, which isn't how Ted usually operates.  Tolzien at least has upside with youth and an arm, but he is replaceable as well. 

I can see Ted drafting a QB in the third/fourth round, then likely they keep Flynn as a mentor, emergency QB. 

I can also see one not taken at all, in which case they keep both and give Mike a chance to see what he's got in Tolzien. 

I just see nothing to be excited about with Flynn (not that you get to excited about a backup QB anyway).  I think his performance last year will be overblown by Packer fans, which ultimately isn't a big deal as long as he keeps holding a clipboard. 

Of course, we can franchise him at the end of the year and trade him for a pot of gold, so he's got that going for him. 

I see you have given yourself many ways to be correct.

Gebins.

Or take Johnny Football, what the Hell.

Johnny football will suck

So does Tebow---but they are fun.

After last year's Chinese fire drill at QB you see no reason to be excited about signing Flynn?  Huh. 

What would the "upside" be for with somebody else?  Trade value down the line?  I am relieved there could be some stability again and one less thing to worry about for 2014.

Details of Flynn's 1 yr deal released.

• Cash value: $968,125
• Salary-cap charge: $1,068,125
• Signing bonus: $75,000
• Base salary: $730,000
• Roster bonus: Up to $138,125
• Workout bonus: $25,000
• Other incentives: Up to $100,000 (considered likely to be earned for salary-cap purposes).

Where do I sign?

Bargain for a backup QB that has played well for us

No more zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzless nights

Jermichael Finley will get an x-ray done on his neck to help determine where he is in his recovery process on Monday: "According to Tom Pelissero of USA Today, that X-ray will be done in Arizona on Monday with MRI and CAT scans to follow if all looks good on the X-ray. Pelissero reports that Finley is “on track,” but that it remains “unclear” when he’ll be given the green light by doctors to resume his career."

 

Finley had drawn interest from the Seahawks and Mike McCarthy has stated that the Packers would be interested in having Finley return as well. However, before anything happens, Finley's body will have to cooperate first.

for a guy that just had xrays and/or more this week it sure has been quiet...

Good news and bad news...

The bad - the doctors found an additional "issue".

The good - The tape is still playable and includes the demo for the album Beat The Meatles

You mean, he's been quiet. May not have been the outcome Finley hoped for. I would have thought if all was a go he would be loud about it...

Could be the x-ray was not as positive as he hoped. From last night:

I Love U @CourtFinley88! #MyBackBone #MyHeart #MyFriend = #MyAll

With Finley as vocal as he is and being an UFA, it's pretty much a lock had he gotten good news he would have splattered that all over twitter/social media.

I'm guessing it's either not healing as they thought it would or it's taking much longer then he was hoping.

At his level of fusion, I'll be shocked if he is ever cleared.

A few minutes ago... done?

Sounds like that $10 mill insurance policy was a good buy...

(pun unintended, but it might be applicable)

One of the few remaining restricted free agents has accepted his one-year contract tender from his club.

According to the NFL’s transactions, Packers linebacker Jamari Lattimore re-signed with Green Bay on Wednesday.

per PFT