http://www.chicagotribune.com/...0125,0,3017840.story Would TT give him a second thought?
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They could have a starting corner returning punts and a starting safety returning kicks.
I would hope that's one of TT's top priorities, but I suspect he'll use his keen and unparalleled eye for talent and do it through the draft or scrap heap and not FA.
He's needed one since he's (TT) been there. Been an ignored position, IMO...
If Manning turned down what was likely a reasonable extension offer from the Bears, he's probably going to want more than GB needs to pay for his returning abilities. The team won't need a starting safety, and that's how he'll be paid.
Also, I'm not sure if he's a natural returner, or if he's a product of a great ST unit. Hester could obviously do his damage with probably any of 32 teams (and a few overlooked blocks/holds), but I'm not sure about the boy named Danielle.
Also, I'm not sure if he's a natural returner, or if he's a product of a great ST unit. Hester could obviously do his damage with probably any of 32 teams (and a few overlooked blocks/holds), but I'm not sure about the boy named Danielle.
Isnt Manning more of a kick returner than a punt returner.I would also say that TT has not ignored the returner position But he has taken the approach of filling out the roster with the hopes of someone stepping up into the return role. I dont think Manning is worth a bigger than average safety contract.Besides Capers defense is relying on safeties less and less.
