Assuming Tom Brady's health progresses enough that the Patriots allow Matt Cassel to hit the free agent market, where does Cassel end up in 2009?
One team in particular would be very disheartening for the Pats: those blasted Jets, especially if Favre retires for good after this year.
The move would make sense since the Jets love to sign ex-Pats, since they are familiar with each others systems.
Obviously, Cassel has shown much more promise then Jets backup QB Kellen Clemmons. There is some talent coming in the draft, but they'll have a lower pick and have to select from the second tier.
What other young promising free agents are available besides Cassel? The Jets would also love to steal one from the Patriots, given their rivalry, and] gain a QB who has four years in their offense.
Ideally, the Pats would re-sign Cassel with a reasonable contract before he hits free agency. This would be either as an insurance policy for Brady or to get value back and control Cassel's next location.
Other teams would make sense
Dolphins, as long term replacement for Pennington.
Houston, who need a starter.
Carolina, to groom to replace their injury prone QB.
Philly, if they are not sold on either McNabb or his unproven backup.
Detroit, since they need everything.
Seattle, to replace Hasselbeck.
Minnesota, who lacks a head (QB), but has everything else.
So, if Cassel continues to progress, each win will be worth millions to him. He will be a multi-millionaire in one of the above cities. Which one remains to be seen. Here's hoping he does get his new green with the Jets.
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about 1 month ago
I have to ask why Jets fans don't want Matt Cassel? I did an article on Cassel's future and all the Jets fans were like "Well, I hope he's not playing for the Jets"
He has a good standing with Mangini, who has coached him before. He knows what it takes to compete in the AFC East and he's spent four years under the best QB in the league.
Maybe I'm missing something, but the kid has talent. So do the Jets. New York is one of his best oppurtunites to succeed if he decides to leave New England.
Not only that, it would make for some real good drama.
about 1 month ago
Exactly my thoughts. Otherwise, what are the Jets' options post Brett Favre?
Whether that needs to be addressed for 2009 or 2010 remains to be seen.... but not too far away.
Regardless, would not hurt for Cassel to get one year under Favre to learn the system so he has a better chance to succeed.
As a Patriot fan would hate to see ti happen, but seems like a likely destination for Cassel.
11 days ago
I think the point is Cassel doesn't need another year under ANYONE. He has proven that he can use any prior experience to excel within a Belichik style offense and put on a good show within a few games, or even quarters. Camp and pre-season should be enough to get him ready for Mangini's offense. Farve is a high energy, scrambling, quarterback and Cassel has that same energy, mobility and intensity so the Jets's playcalling won't change all that much, either.
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