Patriots kicking tires on the PT Cruiser?

The Boston Herald calls impending free agent Pierre Thomas "a possibility" for the Patriots to sign this offseason. Thomas' market value went in the tank due to chronic left ankle problems in 2011, but the Pats could view him as a bounce-back candidate at age 26. His versatility is certainly attractive. The Saints are believed to want Thomas back in 2011, but won't break the bank for the former undrafted free agent.

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NOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

They’re talking Nicks too:

Potential fill-in: If no contract is reached, the Patriots may look where they found Mankins — in the draft. If they turn to free agency, New Orleans’ Carl Nicks is one who could fit.

I hope we keep both PT and Nicks. Nicks is probably very high on Mickey’s priority list, so I doubt they’ll let him get away. PT is probably 50/50 for staying with us. There was talk that he may have been in the doghouse, but maybe PT is kinda fed up with Payton. He probably resents not getting a bigger contract offer last year (he did hold out for a time in training camp) and the Patriots would seem like a very appealing place to go for him.

"As soon as Tony (Dungy) said we had no chance, I knew we had 'em right where we wanted 'em"--Coach Sean Payton right after Super Bowl XLIV with the Lombardi Trophy firmly in hand. WHO DAT!!

by David "Satch" Kelly on Jan 21, 2011 2:26 PM CST reply actions

They almost shipped Pierre to NE at the beginning of last season. Not surprised

Bring the metal....

by bondcrash on Jan 21, 2011 2:30 PM CST up reply actions

If PT is dissatisfied with the Saints

…he’ll find, once he gets to New England, that he’s landed in another place that treats its players ruthlessly. If you’re not named Tom Brady, you’re replaceable. You may be a good fit this year, but if someone better comes available next year it’s “thanks, sorry, so long.”

That said, I don’t see PT not fitting brilliantly into New England’s scheme. The same way he fit brilliantly into ours. Payton and Loomis will commit a major faux pas if they let him walk. Just pay the man, Mickey.

It was worth the wait.

by MtnExile on Jan 21, 2011 3:03 PM CST up reply actions

That said, I don’t see PT not fitting brilliantly into New England’s scheme. The same way he fit brilliantly into ours.

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Payton and Loomis will commit a major faux pas if they let him walk. Just pay the man, Mickey.

I was with you until here. There are many, many backs that would fit brilliantly in both team’s schemes. If they wind up cutting Woodhead or Green-Ellis, I think either could come here and we wouldn’t miss a beat. Basically, I think it’s foolish for New England to even pursue him, assuming top dollars are involved.

"I was not on the boat in question" -Darren Sharper

by coldpizza on Jan 21, 2011 10:12 PM CST up reply actions

I’ll also go out on a non-existent limb and say Green-Ellis would prove to be even more popular among Saints fans, being that he’s a local.

"I was not on the boat in question" -Darren Sharper

by coldpizza on Jan 21, 2011 10:15 PM CST up reply actions

I bet we keep Nicks and let PT go, which I am dissapointed about

Breesus Is My Homeboy

by SarahT on Jan 21, 2011 2:36 PM CST reply actions 3 recs

BOOM rec'd it

You say you lost your faith, but that’s not where it’s at
You had no faith to lose, and you know it

by stujo4 on Jan 21, 2011 2:37 PM CST up reply actions

If I MUST choose only one, I do pick Nicks. But I want both.

by FriarBob on Jan 21, 2011 4:13 PM CST up reply actions

Rec’d the prediction, not the disappointment. I’m confident we can upgrade on PT, even if only from a durability standpoint.

"I was not on the boat in question" -Darren Sharper

by coldpizza on Jan 21, 2011 10:17 PM CST up reply actions

My thought/hope

Is that they watch film and observe how effective the screen plays were with PT and how much they digressed with out him. I would be a sad bear if they let him go. Especially to the Patriots. Blech.

I like Hamburgers!

by Grumps on Jan 21, 2011 2:43 PM CST reply actions

Stupid

Switch digressed with regressed.

I like Hamburgers!

by Grumps on Jan 21, 2011 2:44 PM CST up reply actions

Just call me depressed

by FloriDat on Jan 21, 2011 2:48 PM CST up reply actions

Just dont call me repressed

"I understand this is a violent game. It's the only place you can hit somebody and not go to jail. So you understand that it's a privilege to play this game." Danny Clark

by cscmember on Jan 21, 2011 2:59 PM CST up reply actions

We're beginning to be obsessed

It was worth the wait.

by MtnExile on Jan 21, 2011 2:59 PM CST up reply actions

All of this should be suppressed

by Ezio_Auditore on Jan 21, 2011 3:07 PM CST up reply actions

If J1K were here, we'd be blessed!

Happiness is a warm blanket.

by Hans Petersen on Jan 21, 2011 3:08 PM CST up reply actions

Surely you jest

It was worth the wait.

by MtnExile on Jan 21, 2011 3:11 PM CST up reply actions

Yup, and when I do, I'm the best.

Happiness is a warm blanket.

by Hans Petersen on Jan 21, 2011 3:15 PM CST up reply actions

This is hard to digest

Peyton, I can eat Oreos faster than you!!!!

by mknkachow on Jan 21, 2011 3:20 PM CST up reply actions

I am a fan of the female Breast

I like Hamburgers!

by Grumps on Jan 21, 2011 3:21 PM CST up reply actions 1 recs

Especially when the woman is undressed

I like Hamburgers!

by Grumps on Jan 21, 2011 3:21 PM CST up reply actions

Oh man that is the best in the West.

Offseason Motto: Burn the damn black pants.
Canal Street Chronicles-you know you want to

by Jon Banks on Jan 21, 2011 3:40 PM CST up reply actions

With this cool chain, I am impressed!

Let’s keep it going.

"As soon as Tony (Dungy) said we had no chance, I knew we had 'em right where we wanted 'em"--Coach Sean Payton right after Super Bowl XLIV with the Lombardi Trophy firmly in hand. WHO DAT!!

by David "Satch" Kelly on Jan 21, 2011 3:57 PM CST up reply actions

I feel pity towards all the cats are punter was able to molest.

I like Hamburgers!

by Grumps on Jan 21, 2011 3:59 PM CST up reply actions

A bird in the hand is worth two in the nest!

"As soon as Tony (Dungy) said we had no chance, I knew we had 'em right where we wanted 'em"--Coach Sean Payton right after Super Bowl XLIV with the Lombardi Trophy firmly in hand. WHO DAT!!

by David "Satch" Kelly on Jan 21, 2011 4:01 PM CST up reply actions