Why Aren't The Cowboys Trying To Sign T.J. Houshmandzadeh?

Earlier tonight I was checking out the box scores for all the NFL preseason games (yeah, I was bored) and when I got to the Chiefs-Ravens' receiving stats, I noticed a (fairly long) name was missing: T.J. Houshmandzadeh. Then I remembered, when T.J. signed with the Ravens last year, it was an one-year deal and they have yet to re-sign him (and most likely won't after they traded for Lee Evans last week), so he's a free agent. That's right, the most sought after free agent WR just 2 years ago is a free agent roughly 3 weeks away from the beginning of the season. How insane is that? I mean, it's not like he has suffered any major injuries since (oddly) choosing Seattle in 2009 and he doesn't have any "off the field issues." What's the problem?

I don't know, but here's where my Cowboys come in: Miles Austin has missed the last few days of practice, and possibly won't play in Sunday's preseason game against the Chargers because of a tight hamstring. By all accounts, the injury is minor, but it does raise concerns about what we'll do this season if either Miles or Dez Bryant get hurt.

Behind Miles and Dez right now we have Kevin Olgetree (10 career receptions and 130 career yards), Dwayne Harris (2011 6th round pick), and Raymond Radway (undrafted free agent rookie). That's it. Last year we traded Patrick Crayton (I told you we'd regret it), and obviously we cut Roy Williams, so clearly we're thin as hell at receiver.

That brings me to the title of this post: Why (in the FUCK) aren't the Cowboys trying to sign T.J. Houshmanzadeh?

Again, he's not injured, he's not a "head case," and evidently he's not that sought after (may mean we can get him at a reasonable price), so what would be the down side to this? Best case scenario: Miles and Dez stay healthy and we upgrade our #3 WR spot; worse case scenario: we have a more than capable #2 WR if either Miles or Dez goes down with an injury. (Feel free to interrupt me when I hit a bad part.)

Jerry, if you're listening (and I know you're not), it's time to make up for the Roy and Crayton trades and make a smart move at WR. Go. Get. Housh!

(Side note: Let the records show that if Miles or Dez don't get hurt, the #3 receiver spot won't even matter because we have Jason Witten. When we went 13-3 in 2007, our third wide-out was Sam Hurd and he finished the season with 19 catches for 314 yards and 1 touchdown. That's it. I'm fairly confident Olgetree, Radway, and Harris could handle that, but I'm even more confident Jason Witten will put up another 90 catch, near 1,000 yard season.)

(Side side note: I'm gonna be so pissed if the Patriots steal him too!)

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Random News Shit: NFL Headlines Edition

1) Jets, Revis Finally Agree On Contract
The New York Jets and Darrelle Revis finally came to terms on a new deal, and just in time for the season finale of Hard Knocks too (shocker). Apparently Rex Ryan flew to Miami and met with Revis Saturday, and I'm sure HBO's cameras made a cameo. Should be interesting, as was the entire season. I've never been a fan of the Jets, but Rex makes me at least not hate them.

No word on what the money looks like, but we do know that it's a 4 year deal. The deal is 4-years and $46 million with $32 million in guaranteed money. Looks like Revis will easily be able to pay the $578,305 in fines he raked up by holding out for 35 days.

2) Haynesworth Unlikely To Start In Opener; McNabb Ready
I was looking at the Redskins' roster, and why do we think they're gonna be so much better than last year again?? Yes, they upgraded at quarterback, but their receiving corps is even more fucked up than it was last year. Factor in their NFL elderly running backs and this whole Albert Haynesworth nonsense and I smell a disaster cooking. Yes!

3) Vikings Not Interested In Houshmandzadeh?
Huh?? Minnesota was swooning for T.J. last offseason, and now he's not good enough for them?? Oh well, pride always comes before the fall. I'm just hoping he doesn't land in Washington.

4) Leinart Signs 1-Year Deal With Texans
Man, how dry was the market for Matt Leinart that he had to sign a 1 year deal with a team that has a 4,000 yard passer in Matt Schaub?? Of course Schaub has been injury prone throughout his career, but as of right now, Leinart is the 3rd string QB and I don't see that changing because Dan Orlovsky is probably better. Or at the least he has a much better grasp of the offense than Leinart would coming in on the eve of the season. I'm guessing Matt will be out of the league completely in 2-3 years.

5) Ravens' LB Kindle Plans To Play This Season
Next month is October, the guy just fractured his skull at the end of July. He knows his body better than I do, but I don't see how that's possible. And even if he was gonna be 100% healthy, he's a rookie that missed all of training camp, there's no way he'll be ready to play in the NFL by next month.

6) Titans Release LeGarrette Blount
I'll get Dana White on the phone, I think it's time to get this guy's MMA career underway.

Oh, and Rhodes scholar Myron Rolle made the practice squad.

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Random News Shit: NFL Waive Goodbye Edition

1) The Seahawks Release T.J. Houshmandzadeh
There's only one word to describe this move: retarded.

What the fuck is going on up in Seattle?? How do you just cut your #1 receiver out of nowhere?? It would've made more sense to cut Matt Hasselbeck than to cut Houshmandzadeh. And has there even been a reason given yet?? From what I've gathered, this was just a random happening with no valid reason given. I mean, I could see if Housh was old, or hurt, or falling off or something like that, but by all accounts, he was still their best wideout. I don't get it.

Besides that fact Housh is their best receiving option, this move is retarded because they're gonna have to pay whatever salary his next team doesn't. For example, as Adam Schefter said, "if Houshmanzadeh were to sign a veteran minimum deal of $850,000, the Seahawks would be liable for the remaining $6.15 million balance." So they're basically gonna be paying him to play for another team. Need I say how retarded this move is again??

Now let's talk about potential landing spots for Housh. The Vikings, Jets, Chargers, and Cardinals all made trade offers yesterday, and this Seattle blog says he's signed with the Vikes, but that report has yet to be confirmed. I'm surprised that the Redskins and Bears have yet to be brought into this discussion, I mean are they that set at WR right now?? If the season started today, the 'Skins would be starting Santana Moss and Joey Galloway. Don't get me wrong, I do NOT want Housh to go to Washington, I'm just saying. I also hope he doesn't sign with the Vikings because, really, fuck them. They don't deserve it (though they very well may send 3 players to his home to guilt him into coming with them). If I was him, I'd go to the Chargers. Not only do they have the best QB situation today and in the future, but he could go in and start immediately.

2) Cardinals Cut Matt Leinart
Unlike Houshmandzadeh, this is a surprise to no one. Leinart is well on his way to the life of a career back-up.

(Side note: When did the the Cards get black jerseys??)

3) Ravens Put Ed Reed On PUP, Release QB Troy Smith
From the 2004 Heisman trophy winner's release to 2006's. This isn't as bad though because Troy wanted out anyway. Besides, this was destined to happen from the day Baltimore signed Marc Bulger to back up Joe Flacco. Maybe the Cards will give Troy a shot??

B-More also released former Cincy kicker Shayne Graham. After his performance in the playoffs last season he doesn't deserve a job.

4) Willie Parker Odd Man Out In Washington
Damn, I was hopefully the 'Skins kept all 3 of their over-the-hill running backs. This is a sad day.

5) Bengals Cut WR Matt Jones
Man, Cincy's once over-crowded WR-corps is down another guy. He probably wasn't gonna get much playing time anyway, so this is no big shocker.

6) Dolphins Cut QB Pat White
Man, what a waste of a 2nd round pick. How bad has Pat White looked that they cut the man after drafting him in 2009. I could see if he was a 2nd round pick in 2007 or something, but damn, that was just last damn year lol. I guess this will be the last Wildcat specific drafting in NFL history.

7) Vikings Release WR Javon Walker
I'm still not clear on exactly why they broke Javon in in the first place. I mean, it's not like he wasn't washed-up 3 years ago. Oh well, looks like he's gonna have to find a new city to spend Al Davis' money in.

8) Titans Waive Rhodes Scholar Myron Rolle
Needless to say that nobody is less concerned with being cut today than Myron Rolle. Dude is gonna be a doctor anyway, he doesn't even need this job.


Welp, that will conclude the FiyahMuZik.com Cut Coverage. You can see all the transactions of the day by clicking here. Waive goodbye, all!

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Random News Shit: NFL Free Agency Edition Pt. IV

1) Houshmandzadeh Chooses Seahawks
Okay, let me get this straight, he's leaving the 4-11-1 Bengals to play for the 4-12 Seahawks?? Whatever, I'm just happy he's not coming to the NFC East. Donovan can't be happy about this.

2) Redskins Release Jason Taylor
Hmm, can't say I saw this coming. Can't say I'm sad to see it happen either. Did Washington just give the Cowboys a replacement for Chris Canty?? I don't know, maybe.

3) Bucs Land RB Derrick Ward
Excellent! Earth, Wind, and Fire is OVER! The Buccaneers gave him 4-years and $17 million to come play in Florida, and they are quietly building a real contender.

4) Tennessee agrees to terms with WR Washington, DT Haye
Damn, didn't take Nate Washington long to dip out on his Super Bowl winning team lol. Money talks though and I'm definitely not mad at him because who knows if its gonna be there tomorrow.

5) Dolphins Cut DE Vonnie Holliday
Fucked up, he was a team captain last year lol. See, why you gotta go get the money while you can?? These teams don't care about you for real. Loyalty is overrated in professional sports.

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Random News Shit: NFL Free Agency Edition Pt. III

First off I wanna send a prayer out to those 4 people lost at sea and their families. That must suck balls. Anyway, back to free agency!

1) DE Canty Leaves Cowboys For Giants
What a fuckin' loser! Why would you leave the Cowboys for the Giants?? Who does that?? Aight, its ON when we play! Oh, and just in case you were wondering 1) yes, Cowboys news trumps all and 2) the deal was 6 years for $42 million.

2) Warner To Visit 49ers Tomorrow
Looks like Kurt is playing some hardball with the Cardinals. We all know he's bluffing though because we all know he ain't shit without great receivers. Its no coincidence he was great in St. Louis, sucked in New York, and all of a sudden great again in Arizona. He owes his career to Holt, Bruce, Faulk, Fitz, and Boldin. He'll be back with the Cardinals next season, no question.

3) Housmandzadeh Near Decision??
T.J. said he was making his decision tonight, but when asked if that was true, his agent simply replied, "No." Right now he's in Minnesota, but is also looking at Philly and New York as well as staying in Cincy. Wouldn't it be crazy if he said fuck them all and signed with the Cowboys tomorrow?? I know it'd never happen, but it would be crazy lol.

4) Cutler Upset With Broncos After Trade Talks Surface
Evidently before Matt Cassel was traded to KC, former Pats offensive coordinator and current Broncos head coach Josh McDaniels was in discussions about bring Cassel to Denver and sending Cutler to Tampa. Now Jay is pissed. Honestly though, wouldn't you be pissed too if you had passed for 4,500 yards and 25 TDs for a team who's defense was the sole reason you missed the playoffs and they were talking about trading YOU?? That would drive me nuts!

If Cutler doesn't now ask for a trade, he is gonna absolutely DESTROY the Chiefs when they play next season lol.

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McNabb Won't Re-Sign Without Roster Upgrades

Looks like Donovan has decided to smarten up and tell the Eagles organization that he won't be signing anything if they don't get him some real receivers. And you know what?? I don't blame him in the least bit. The city of Philadelphia has shown him NO respect over his tenure leading the team, so why should he subject himself to being the fall guy when his team won't even give him a decent wide-out that can catch the ball. Go Donovan (though I pray they can't bring in T.J. Houshmandzadeh).

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Cowboys To Discuss Releasing T.O.??

Guess who wrote this story?? You got it, Ed Werder. I'm shocked.

Well you can believe it if you want, but Ed and his "sources" are back and they are now saying the Cowboys are gonna evaluate Terrell's status with the team in the near future. Allegedly these people told Ed that the organization is blaming "team chemistry" for the Boys annual December collapse (no word on what the previous 6 collapses were blamed on) and Jerry Jones' son Stephen is trying to get him to cut Owens. Whatever. I'll believe it when it happens.

I'm just gonna say this: I'm a Cowboy fan for life no matter what they decide to do BUT if for any reason they do decide to cut T.O., they better sign T.J. Houshmandzadeh they next day or else.

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On Another Note For The Cowboys...

Looks like we're seriously considering a trade for Lions WR Roy Williams. We'd have to give up a 2nd and maybe 3rd round pick to get him, but honestly I don't see the point.

1) Its the middle of the season and he's gonna have to learn our playbook fast to help us out any...oh, and did I mention Romo was out??
2) We need help at other positions right now like CB.
3) T.J. Houshmandzadeh is a free agent at the end of the season and, in my opinion, a better receiver than Williams. Plus, Houshmandzadeh grew up a Cowboy fan so bringing him in this offseason shouldn't be too difficult.
4) We already have a played named Roy Williams and adding another would just be weird lol.

Anyway, the trade deadline is at 4pm so if we're gonna pull the trigger we don't have too much time to do so.

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