The free-agent buzz surrounding the Philadelphia Eagles for the last few weeks has been that they are going to pursue New England Patriots cornerback Asante Samuel. That might end up happening, but it seems more likely, and perhaps even more logical, that they are going to make a strong attempt to sign New York Giants safety Gibril Wilson, the Philadelphia Inquirer reported.
It's more likely because Samuel is considered the premier defensive player on the open market, and he is going to command a top contract — probably at least $12 million per season with a $20 million signing bonus — and there's going to be a line of teams bidding for his services.
Wilson, a 26-year-old free safety, doesn't figure to get nearly as much money as Samuel and probably fits better with the Eagles in terms of need.
I think it's better that we try and sign Wilson; I agree that it's more logical and that Samuel will probably demand a high price for his services. And of course, WR is still a huge concern.
you're drunk Baskett, Wilson is a stud and only 26, I woud cut mikell if it would help get wilson
A stud?? If he was a stud he would have been either re-signed or franchised. The Giants were willing to let him walk an basically replace him with 2 rookies from last year.
He's a good player with injury issues. I keep reading alot about what you are going to get for the money. Look\, EVERYBODY in free agency is going to get paid well over what they are "worth" it's just the nature of the game. Wilson has come out and stated he is looking ofr 5 million per, that's a lot for us for a FS who will have to play out of position. I would much rather sign Samuel and draft a SS like Phillips or Barrett at 19.
Eagles to pursue Gibril Wilson?
Eagles to pursue Gibril Wilson?
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