Albert Haynesworth Traded To Patriots

by Bruce Raffel on Jul 28, 2011 9:07 AM EDT

CHICAGO - OCTOBER 24: Chris Williams #74 of the Chicago Bears blocks Albert Haynesworth #92 of the Washington Redskins at Soldier Field on October 24 2010 in Chicago Illinois. The Redskins defeated the Bears 17-14. (Photo by Jonathan Daniel/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** Chris Williams; Albert Haynesworth

While this is not Baltimore Ravens news, it is still big NFL news. The Washington Redskins traded disgruntled defensive tackle Albert Haynesworth to the New England Patriots for a 5th round draft pick. Haynesworth signed a $100+ million free agent contract with the Redskins yet never seemed to fit into their system and was suspended for lack of effort. Both sides were happy to see him leave DC, as the players were obviously tired of the disruptive drama.

The Patriots and especially head coach Bill Belichick are getting a player who was thought to be the best in the league when he signed with Washington, and if he can even come close to his All-Pro form, would be a steal of a deal. Belichick will not put up with his antics for a second and if he can't get the most out of Haynesworth, then Albert's days in the league would more than likely be over.

The pairing of Haynesworth with DT Vince Wilfork gives New England an incredibly intimidating front that should be able to plug up the middle and eliminate any chance of running inside against them. Bad news for teams such as the New York Jets, who will have to face them at least twice each season. The Ravens do not face the Pats in the 2011 regular season, but certainly could face them if they both make the post season, which now is looking more likely than ever.

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That sucks

I have a bad feeling Haynesworth is going to have a huge year and make the Patriots D much better.

Back on the Sweed train. Choo Choo!
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by John Stephens on Jul 28, 2011 9:16 AM EDT reply actions

Yea

I hate that move for everyone but the Pats.

by DT711 on Jul 28, 2011 9:18 AM EDT up reply actions

Agreed. I had a real bad feeling when I heard this. This doesn’t bode well for either of our teams. Hopefully Haynesworth is so far gone even BB can’t help. If they get old Haynesworth with Wilfork that is bad news.

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"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
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by AV23 on Jul 28, 2011 9:57 AM EDT up reply actions

According to Rob Long

Saints trade Reggie Bush to Dolphins.

aka 'Rexx'

by Bruce Raffel on Jul 28, 2011 9:16 AM EDT reply actions

This reminds me of the Moss deal with Oakland. Haynesworth will have MVP potential in New England.

This is bad news for AFC teams.

by BAL_Hawk on Jul 28, 2011 9:18 AM EDT reply actions

I prefer to hope

that Haynesworth bucks Bill’s heavy han and the drama continues in NE. The alternative of success is not a happy thought for me or Ravens fans.

aka 'Rexx'

by Bruce Raffel on Jul 28, 2011 9:22 AM EDT up reply actions

Wilfork and Haynesworth are going to be a really nice duo. Kind of like Ngata and Cody here.

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by El.Dude on Jul 28, 2011 9:31 AM EDT up reply actions

erhaps better.

Both of those guys are better than Cody

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by jackmca on Jul 28, 2011 9:34 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions

if fat albert plays to his potential,whch i imagine he will.lights out.

by purple_reign2011 on Jul 28, 2011 9:56 AM EDT up reply actions

+1

by Ravens One on Jul 29, 2011 10:35 PM EDT up reply actions

A win win for all 3 parties

Redskins unload a problem player, Pats get a guy with huge potential, Haynesworth doesn’t get asked to play NT anymore. Which sucks, because I hate all 3 of them.

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by StuckInUtah on Jul 28, 2011 9:32 AM EDT via mobile reply actions

Maybe he'll turn out like Adalius Thomas

by TheShadow on Jul 28, 2011 9:33 AM EDT reply actions

/fingers crossed

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by El.Dude on Jul 28, 2011 9:34 AM EDT up reply actions

BW

I’m in the mood for a cup a joe

by Wieters Wieners on Jul 28, 2011 9:34 AM EDT reply actions

Agreed

Cup of Joe: Free Agency Open Thread Edition

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by StuckInUtah on Jul 28, 2011 9:37 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions

damn. i wonder if hes gona restructure is $100 mil deal or are the pats just gona bite the bullit ?either way the rich get richer.

by purple_reign2011 on Jul 28, 2011 9:36 AM EDT reply actions

Redskins already paid the majority of the contract. The Pats won’t get hit for more than $5 mill a year.

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by StuckInUtah on Jul 28, 2011 9:38 AM EDT via mobile up reply actions

lucky sonsabitchz.how the hell do the pats always get these sorts of deals.damit!….

on the bright side, hmm wonder how jet fans feel about this?lol

by purple_reign2011 on Jul 28, 2011 9:42 AM EDT up reply actions

Question

since the lockout ended, everones getting better.what the hell are we doing to improve??.we’ve gone backwards by releasing players!!damn man,comeon ozzie.

by purple_reign2011 on Jul 28, 2011 9:55 AM EDT reply actions

Calm down.

You know he has the right move coming. In Ozzie We Trust.

You come at the king, you best not miss.

by organizedchaos52 on Jul 28, 2011 10:22 AM EDT up reply actions

there are some teams that have sign players in order to get better but the elite teams like the colts,saints, ravens, steelers and etc

have no because they are already set and dont have much needs

What happens to a dream deferred?
Does it dry up
Like a raisin in the sun?
Or fester like a sore--
And then run?
Does it stink like rotten meat?
Or crust and sugar over--
like a syrupy sweet?
Maybe it just sags
like a heavy load.
Or does it explode?-langton Hughes

yeah I agree with Jimmy and Cary shutting down the other teams WR’s, they’ll make anybody rushing the QB look good - Jaz

by jazz20 on Jul 28, 2011 10:23 AM EDT up reply actions

Wow...phillip daniel's agent has the craziest agent name. Hadley Englehard.

by Benhem612 on Jul 28, 2011 11:24 AM EDT reply actions

lol!!

by purple_reign2011 on Jul 28, 2011 4:00 PM EDT up reply actions

Eagles got babin

by zmmckay on Jul 28, 2011 11:35 AM EDT via mobile reply actions

They could be tough getting him and possibly DRC. If Vick can stay healthy (that’s a big if) they could be dangerous.

On Ed Reed:
"I’ve told him to his face many times, ‘You’re the greatest safety ever to play the game,’"
"We all learn from each other, but we all learn most from him."
- Troy Polamalu

by AV23 on Jul 28, 2011 11:55 AM EDT up reply actions