Dunta Robinson agrees to terms with Falcons
Dunta Robinson set to meet with the Falcons today. (By John Wilcox/The Houston Chronicle).
Former Houston Texans’ cornerback Dunta Robinson, a native of Athens, agreed to terms on a six-year contract with the Atlanta Falcons on Friday, according to his agent Jason Chayut.
The terms of the deal were undisclosed. The Falcons are expected to make an official announcement on Saturday.
By signing Robinson, the Falcons are hoping to improve their pass defense which ranked 28th in the league last season, giving up 241.9 yards per game. The Falcons also re-signed cornerback Brian Williams to a one-year contract on Thursday.
At the NFL scouting combine last Thursday, Falcons head coach Mike Smith said that the pass defense would be improved.
“We did not play the pass as well as we’d like,” Smith said. “It’s something that we definitely have to address. Statistically we were not close to where we need to be or want to be. I think that’s twofold. One, we address the pass rush and number two, is that we improve our secondary play. Those are areas that we definitely will want to address.”
The Falcons are hoping the return of defensive tackle Peria Jerry will help improve their pass rush. The signing of Robinson clearly is designed to improve the coverage.
“That’s very important for us,” said Falcons general manager Thomas Dimitroff, when asked if the pass defense suffered because the rush or because of lacking coverage. “So we get Peria back and he’s healing up well and he’ll continue to solidify our defensive line. At that point, if we feel comfortable with that, we will have to seriously look at . . . there are other positions on defense as well.”
Robinson’s deal in expected to be lucrative. He turned down a contract with $23 million in guarantees last season before Houston placed the franchise tag him. Last season, he made $9.957 million after not participating in the offseason program because of the dispute over his contract.
Last season, he covered the opponent’s best receiver and played on both the right and left sides of the field.
Robinson played at Clarke Central High before going onto star at the University of South Carolina. He was the 10th player selected in the 2004 draft by the Texans.
Robinson was an immediate starter in the NFL at right cornerback, making all 16 starts as rookie.
Robinson turns 27 in April and would have to now be considered the Falcons’ No. 1 cornerback.
The Falcons finished last season with rookie Christopher Owens and second-year player Brent Grimes starting at cornerback. Chevis Jackson played in the slot. Other cornerbacks on the roster include Chris Houston, who started on the right side for most of the last three seasons, and Tye Hill, another former first round pick.
The Texans elected to let Robinson enter free agency this year. He would have commanded near $12 million for next season if they’d slapped the franchise tag on him again.
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Walker, Texas Ranger f.k.a. Bank
March 5th, 2010
7:51 am
1st
Walker, Texas Ranger f.k.a. Bank
March 5th, 2010
7:54 am
Now why is it we did not try to get Cromarti (sp?) for a 3rd round pick. Are you kiddin me or am I missing something about him. If so then I am ok with Robingson but a bigger one is out there. DOL, do you know why we passed on the San Diego corner which for the life of me I can’t spell.
tnt
March 5th, 2010
7:54 am
lol go to robinsons wiki page and look at the bottom and read that paragraph
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunta_Robinson
tnt
March 5th, 2010
7:54 am
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dunta_Robinson
tnt
March 5th, 2010
7:55 am
courtesy mr falcons ace…
tnt
March 5th, 2010
8:00 am
hey D, didnt you say that a deal would be done within the hour like 6 hours ago? tryin to get that nfl network job arent ya?
Walter
March 5th, 2010
8:05 am
“Now why is it we did not try to get Cromarti (sp?) for a 3rd round pick. Are you kidding me or am I missing something about him”
No way this guy passes the Falcons filter. He has all kinds of legal problems and a kid with many (more than 2) different women. All that equals one huge distraction.
SirReal
March 5th, 2010
8:05 am
I’m cool with that signing. Yes Cromatie is out there but you gotta believe the Birds have already thought about that. Bring the kid home, so he can play in his home state. With the Williams re-signing, things are already looking better for the secondary. We get a pass rush….that D is gonna change DRASTICALLY!
Walker, Texas Ranger f.k.a. Bank
March 5th, 2010
8:06 am
either way, as long as we are adding corners so we can subtract a couple that is fine with me. plus is will allow the falcons to draft a top flight OLB, any chance of drafting Aaron Hernandez as a replacement for Gonzo
Clyde
March 5th, 2010
8:06 am
TERRANCE CODY
Walker, Texas Ranger f.k.a. Bank
March 5th, 2010
8:07 am
Thanks Walter, I was wondering because the Jets got him pretty cheap.
Dawgforlife
March 5th, 2010
8:08 am
I think, as far as passing on Cromartie goes, it was about his off-field issues…the Falcons are very concerned with their public image and team chemistry.
Sleeze
March 5th, 2010
8:11 am
Cromatie is good but Robinson is right behind him. We already don’t have a 2nd round pick – can’t see giving up a 3rd if we can get a good corner like Robinson as UFA. Even if he did go to South Carolina, he still sounds like a great pick-up, especially paired with Brian Williams. Pack your bags, Mr. Houston.
Walker, Texas Ranger
March 5th, 2010
8:16 am
D must be asleep or waiting on that signing, we can all slip away now
Falcons FAil No More
March 5th, 2010
8:16 am
I like where this is going. We buy a FA CB to bolster the Secondary which in turn opens up a chance for us to get either Weatherspoon or Graham. Wonder who else the Falcons have been looking at for OLB? DOL you know?
Walker, Texas Ranger
March 5th, 2010
8:18 am
I say now we focus on Dansby. Our WOLB position was the worst in the NFL. Then we can draft what ever we need.
springman
March 5th, 2010
8:20 am
If nothing else, he’s not afraid to tackle.
Mountain Man
March 5th, 2010
8:23 am
Go get John Gault!!! He is available.
dirtyo11
March 5th, 2010
8:23 am
I like the fact we are signing Robinson. He had a dwn yr last yr, I felt like he wasn’t happy and when a player isn’t happy it shows on da field. If we can sign Bosch at DE we will be sitting pretty. I also like Fred Smooth as a nickle cover. I’m not a fan of Smooth, but i think he will help out at nickle, he would bring dat Prime Time swagga to da team, no he don’t cover like Dieon. How bout Randel El as da 3rd reciever. If we can sign these 4, draft a safety, watch out SuperBowl here comes da Falcons. We got youth, now we need a lil vetearn leadership to go with da youth. Remember da old 49ers approach sign guys who have 1 or 2 good yrs left to go with your youth just to make a run at da superbowl. It works, they have 4 rings. We wanna win now not 3yrs from now. EXAMPLE; Last yr everybody thought Darren Sharper was too old, look what he did for da saints secondary
D. Orlando Ledbetter
March 5th, 2010
8:26 am
tnt: D is sticking the ATL with AJC for the longhaul!!!! They were close last night and then shut it down to resume today. Guess you missed the 2 a.m. update.
Walker: Not sleep. Had to run Princess One to school. Have to take Princess Two at 8:50.
Bill
March 5th, 2010
8:27 am
Another D-Hall?
teamguy
March 5th, 2010
8:30 am
I’m praying that CJ Spiller falls to 19! Defense improves dramatically if you can outscore everybody!
D. Orlando Ledbetter
March 5th, 2010
8:32 am
tnt: Mr. Falcon Ace is a hoot. Called them out for jumping the gun.
Paul
March 5th, 2010
8:33 am
I dont know anything about Robinson prior to this FA period…Is he any good? Should we really spend 12 mil/year on this guy?
Willy
March 5th, 2010
8:34 am
Da, da, duh
dirtyo11
March 5th, 2010
8:37 am
Walter what a kid with more than 2 different mothers got to do with football. I can understand all da other legal issues, but da 2 babies by 2 different mothers is a bit too much, sorry everybody can’t be perfect and have kids by just one woman. I know we want to live in a perfect world, but come on man. I have 4 kids, 3 with my ex wife and 1 by my ex girlfriend. I support my kids 2 live with me and 1 live with her mom. I am very active in their lives, plus 1 is in school at GT. I’m a proud father, so get that crazy crap out your head about kids with 2 different women can be a distration….Oh did I mention that I also serve this great nation of ours and have been to Iraq 3x, but I’m still there for my family. I’m not mad just sick and tired of people looking at a athletics personal life and thinking it will play a major role in their own field role. Hey I’m not taking up for Cromatie, because he has no excuse for his off field issues. Falcon fans stop looking for perfect players.
D. Orlando Ledbetter
March 5th, 2010
8:37 am
My man SI’s Pete King on Sirius this morning with Carl Banks talked about Cromartie’s paternity issues in “several states” and how the Jets were not going to sign him after just one season. King Pete said Cromartie would be “singing for his supper” this season like a lot of other players.
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March 5th, 2010
8:38 am
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DDawgDavis
March 5th, 2010
8:40 am
Cromartie? no thanks. Good call Falcons on Dunta, afraid we might overpay, but good direction. By good direction, I mean at least we have a direction. Draft looks like pass rush………………..
Carlos Dunlap, Edwards, Everson
Paul
March 5th, 2010
8:41 am
D. O. L.: If the Falcons do land Robinson and all, with Williams, health is not an issue, who becomes the odd man out? Is it Chris Houston, Middleton, jackson, Grimes, or Owens? Houston was MIA end of last year and I get tired of seeing him diving after Steve Smith in Slow Mo on that NFL Commercial
boilerup
March 5th, 2010
8:41 am
Good job Falcons.. That will be a great pickup.. I would sign a DE too.. Draft offense.. Get Golden Tate in the first round if avl. Our offense if so close to being unstoppable. Go Falcons!!
come on
March 5th, 2010
8:42 am
it is nice to have a team in this town who will go out and sign the best player available at a position of need. never gone to see the braves do that
D. Orlando Ledbetter
March 5th, 2010
8:48 am
Paul: Don’t know yet, but suspect Houston is odd man out. They like Owens and Grimes. Middleton is in Jacksonville.
come one: Good point. They got the top RB in free agency in 2008 when they signed Michael Turner. This administration is VERY SERIOUS about building a winning
CALLAHAN BABY
March 5th, 2010
8:50 am
just get rid of the whole secondary and rebuild around Robinson and go get Dansby and find a VETERAN HEADBUSSA to get motors running on the whole DEFENCE
lanier
March 5th, 2010
8:52 am
Robinson’s best years wrere his 1st two. 04 and 05 i believe. This is a declining player. This guy had 0 ints last year and is not a sure tackler anymore so im sure the Falcons will sign him and make it a big deal.
Falkor
March 5th, 2010
8:52 am
Grimes and Owens aren’t going anywhere, Jackson will likely be back, but Houston can say goodbye to the Falcons while Middleton says hello to the practice squad.
cheese
March 5th, 2010
8:53 am
it doesnt matter what cb’s you have. if you dont get any type of pressure on the other teams qb. your cb’s are going to look bad. the falcons need dl help not cb help. the cb’s we had last year did a good job considering the lack of pressure and sacks we had up front.
SaintsXLIV
March 5th, 2010
8:58 am
That would be an awesome pick up for the Falcons. You guys will need him going against people like Coston, Henderson, and Meachem. I’m sure ya’ll are ready for next year Falcon fans. We are too, but we’re still partying with the Lombardi! WHO DAT
Slowcoma
March 5th, 2010
9:01 am
WRT Cromartie, it’s not 2 children with 2 women – it’s 7 children with 5 women. Aside from that he’s a bad tackler and has just 5 interceptions in the last 2 years after 10 in his first. Since we don’t have a second round pick I can understand why we would not want to give up a third as well. As for whether we overpay or not for Robinson, well it is an uncapped year….
willie
March 5th, 2010
9:09 am
Weatherspoon has got to be their first choice at 19 now, if he is there.
gbal
March 5th, 2010
9:10 am
dirtyo11 – You make a good poit —You also are an irresponsible thug
JTH
March 5th, 2010
9:19 am
This would be a great pickup. Filling a need like Dimitroff said he would do. So I guess that leaves a DL, OL, backup RB, and maybe another safety. Good start.
JTH
March 5th, 2010
9:20 am
And yeah, no to Cromartie. That is all.
Michael
March 5th, 2010
9:24 am
@Texa Ranger did you not watch him in the playoffs????? He is not what we need in Atlanta.
gbal
March 5th, 2010
9:27 am
dirty – Whats it got to do with football? Its an orgainization and the word is CHARACTER! This is a sign.
SOUTH GA DAWG FAN
March 5th, 2010
9:28 am
Lito sheppard is also a available,whats his baggage ? I know he was good at one time.
R.U.KIDDEN-ME???
March 5th, 2010
9:30 am
@DIRTYO11…CONGRAD’S FOR DOING WHATCHA’ SUPPOSE TA DO!!! WE NEED MORE PEOPLE LIKE YOU,HOWEVER.CROMARTIE IS WHOLE OTHER STORY!! MAYBE YOU SHOULD GIVE HIM A CALL & ENLIGHTEN HIM IN THE WAY’S OF A REAL MAN & FATHER!!!
Chill
March 5th, 2010
9:36 am
Cromartie has 7 Kids by 6 different Women in 5 different states all of which are under the age of 6. Too say he’s been spread thin over the last two disappointing seasons would be an understatement. No way the Image conscious Falcons are going anywhere near that….simple as that.
However with him going over to the Jets and playing in Rex Ryan’s system with the BEST Corner in the league in Darrelle Revis, I expect him to return close to his 2007 Pro Bowl Form. That will easily be the best CB Tandem in the League next season….WOW.
Now when it comes to Dunta Robinson, he’s a top five corner who loves to hit and plays the position with the unique confidence the position requires. He’s a playmaker plain and simple. Something the Falcons have severely lacked at that position for quite a while. I have been high on him for a number of years and always hoped that Falcons would go after him sometime. If we sign him our secondary will DRASTICALLY improve, which is the entire point of Free Agency. I couldn’t be more onboard with signing a player this offseason. GO Falcons!
Chill
March 5th, 2010
9:39 am
Oh yea…..If we sign Dunta then Chris Houston can officially CATCH FIRE!!! No seriously someone needs to take a flamethrower to that Bum. He’s used to getting burned anyway…..
Paul
March 5th, 2010
9:40 am
Sign Robinson, Sign A Kampman from GB, Draft Weatherspoon to learn from Peterson and/ or replace Nicholas, third round end probably available, maybe we get 2nd round compensation from one or some of our RFA’s. If we can get Kampman (sp?) then Sidbury and Biermann can continue to learn and grow. Drafting a DE at 19 does not guarantee immediate and drastic change in the pass rush.
Isproab
March 5th, 2010
9:44 am
Fact check… Robinson turns 28 in April. Still young but that is according to NFL.com. This is a good move, a lot of us on the Falcons message board have been talking about him b/c he was on of the only true free agents at CB. Now we can look very hard at OLB or DE in round 1.
GT Fan
March 5th, 2010
9:46 am
Slowcoma agree 100%. U to KIDDEN-Me. Just say No to Cromartie !!!!!
McBubba
March 5th, 2010
9:48 am
If Mr. Blank is willing to spend the money, this is def. an upgrade, and hopefully they can focus on OLB in round 1.
mark
March 5th, 2010
9:51 am
Now that we nailed down the secondary, I say either draft Kendall or Witherspoon, possible Hernandez… We may be able to trade doen 4-6 spots, still draft Gresham (TE from OK) and pick up a second round pick….
truth
March 5th, 2010
9:52 am
Saintsxliv…..our team seemed to hold our own last season with your beloved WR(with what some called a very bad secondary). Those 2 games could have easily when the other way. Neither team owned the other. Good try! And congrats on the superbowl win.
dirtyyo11……..da problem is a college student who has kids by different women in COLLEGE show the man dosen’t make wise ADULT decisions. DUH!!
Floyd the Barber
March 5th, 2010
9:53 am
Mr. Robinson needs a haircut.
bravefalconhawk
March 5th, 2010
10:11 am
I hope the Falcons make more moves…I know one thing though, Jets pass D is gonna be tough.
GT Falcon
March 5th, 2010
10:13 am
Stay away from Cromartie…I wouldnt want any player who has fathered 7 kids from 6 different women. What an idiot. Not to mention it has to ware him out off the field. Couldn’t imagine the drama he has to put up with.
JSin
March 5th, 2010
10:21 am
I am a little concerned over the fact that Dunta is 5 ft. 10 in. Lets sign Dansby or Kampman. Then draft could pick could be the best available…would love to add a play maker like Spiller or Dez Bryant.
JSin
March 5th, 2010
10:23 am
A lot of bad press out there about Witherspoon’s behavior at the combine…real loud mouth..potentially disruptive in the club house..to the point where multiple NFL execs said they would not draft him
Magic Man
March 5th, 2010
10:23 am
come on:
The Falcons have money to spend the Braves do not. The Braves are cash-strapped, that is why Frank Wren has to get creative in order to build a winner – see Wagner, Billy and Glaus, Troy. And, in the not so distant past, the Falcons were signing nobody when the Braves were signing an All-Star at every position – see Galarraga, Andres and Sheffield, Gary. Theses things happen, quit crying.
Magic Man
March 5th, 2010
10:25 am
DOL:
Any idea on contract terms – money, length, guaranteed? So, does that mean we are focusing on DE or OLB at #19? Or, are we now in the position to take best player available, say DT Brian Price?
bigstack19
March 5th, 2010
10:26 am
I am glad we didn’t go after Cromartie. On the field he has had one good season and that was 2007. Off the field he is a world class idiot. Robinson got to cover Andre Johnson everyday in practice so he has that in his favor.
ignition
March 5th, 2010
10:26 am
7 Kids by 6 Baby Mommas = Uuck.. Garbage of a Man…
toph
March 5th, 2010
10:27 am
Any new updates here?
Magic Man
March 5th, 2010
10:28 am
Cromartie had a very subpar year last year, so did Dunta Robinson. Cromartie has made the Pro Bowl, so has Dunta Robinson. Cromartie is supremely physically gifted, so is Dunta Robinson. Dunta Robinson has less off-field baggage and Cromartie is taller. I actually think Dunta is the better cover man and Cromartie is a better playmaker. However, he is a playmaker because he gambles in order to get interceptions, which also means he gets burned deep quite a bit. Gamblers like Cromartie and Asante Samuel are very susceptible to WRs with good double moves. Dunta will probably be cheaper and has higher character for the most part. As long as TD makes the contract “fiscally responsible,” I am all for it.
coachx
March 5th, 2010
10:32 am
Isproab,
Dunta only turns 27 in April………….not 28.
coachx
March 5th, 2010
10:34 am
Give Dunta Robinson a front loaded contract since there is no salary cap this year. It will not matter if the contract is “top heavy” in the first year as far as the cap is concerned.
travis
March 5th, 2010
10:35 am
I think it make sense to get robinson and not cromatie because td want system specific type player and cromatie is very good with man coverage but weak on zone coverage we all know the falcons play both type of defense so robinson can do both go td and mike smith do your things go falcons!!!
ryan
March 5th, 2010
10:38 am
I hope the Falcons go after KVB and draft Spoon and there is your Defence.
blord
March 5th, 2010
10:41 am
Hope Robinson plays better then he did last year but I really think a change is what he needs to get back into form. I would love for us to get Dansby but I don’t we fork out the money required for him. He is a difference maker on D and we need one of those.
coachx
March 5th, 2010
10:43 am
Isproab,
My bad………you were correct………..he does turn 28 in April.
Thats what I get for believing another website before checking the facts.
cutter
March 5th, 2010
10:55 am
I love how some people in here are so concerned about Mr. Blanks money. It’s not your freaking money. Mr. Blank is a billionaire and I’ll bet he did not get there by throwing money away. From time to time you have to spend money to make money. So to all of you couch accountants out there give it a break. Manage your money and let the billionaires manage theirs. Some of you have so much confidence in this organization but as soon as an opportunity arises to sign a good free agent you want to count Mr. Blanks money like it’s your own. I understand comments about character and on-field abilities but I don’t understand why some of you are so concerned about getting somebody for a cheap price when not a dime of it is coming out of your pocket. Balance your check book, get your affairs in order and enjoy the fact that Atlanta FINALLY has an owner and GM that are willing to do what it takes to try to be winners. Make no mistake about it couch accountants this organization is going to have to spend some money to compete with the other 31 teams in this league.
Isproab
March 5th, 2010
10:59 am
coachx,
Am I missing something? According to the link http://www.nfl.com/players/duntarobinson/profile?id=ROB407958 his B-day is 4/11/1982. That means he turns 28 in April of 2010.
Isproab
March 5th, 2010
11:00 am
Coachx, I see your latest comments. I was wondering if I could add this morning.
Credit Falcons for trying to fix problem, pursuing Robinson | Jeff Schultz
March 5th, 2010
11:02 am
[...] D. Orlando Ledbetter reports free agent cornerback Dunta Robinson is close to finalizing a deal with the team. Robinson — who starred at Clark Central High School but somehow got out of [...]
BigTimeTECHFan
March 5th, 2010
11:16 am
We need to draft Tebow to back up Ryan, then in a couple of years turn offense over to Tebow.
toph
March 5th, 2010
11:22 am
BigTechguy, that’s hilarious. Awful suggestion, but hilariou.
JeanE
March 5th, 2010
11:30 am
This is so exciting, I hope Robinson signs here! And I agree, Chris Houston would be odd man out. He’s had his chance and was awful!!! Owens already looks better in a limited role last season and I love Grimey’s heart and hustle. Go Birds!!
cutter
March 5th, 2010
11:31 am
Last year the buzz word was hybrid players because Mr. Dimitroff mentioned the words in an interview so everybody and his momma was talking about how guys could play linebacker and DE or safety and corner. This year the buzz words are fiscally responsible so some of you will not be able to conjure up a single thought about Atlanta Falcon football without using the words fiscally responsible.
Astro
March 5th, 2010
11:45 am
I think the Dunta deal is fantastic.
I read AJC.com instead of subscribing to the paper, because I need to be more fiscally responsible.
Magic Man
March 5th, 2010
12:13 pm
Cutter:
We want the Falcons to be fiscally responsible because when you overpay for one guy and he doesn’t perform, it screws your whole team. Obviously, if we don’t have a scalary cap this year, then he can spend all he wants. But, normally if you pay one guy a boatload of money, then you have less to fill other holes. There is a reason why Tom Brady and Peyton Manning take less money than they could technically demand. They want their organization to bring in as many good players as possible. Not sign one really good guy and bring in a bunch of scrubs because he can’t pay as much money for good guys that other suitors will. That is why people worry about money.
Commander Shepard
March 5th, 2010
12:30 pm
Now we can focus on DE/LB 1st round and grab Dennis Pitta later to tutor under Gonzo. In my mind he was far and away the most impressive TE to me at the combine.
cutter
March 5th, 2010
12:38 pm
Magic Man-
Well if you trust the people in charge of the organization and you trust in Mr. Blank’s ability to manage and spend his own money and Mr. Dimitroff’s ability to evaluate talent, you should not worry. No one has more to loose if they do throw money away on bums and experience salary cap issues because of it than Mr. Dimitroff and Mr. Blank. However either way it’s never good for one to worry (as you put it) about someone elses money. If you have ever made any significant amounts of money in your lifetime you will be able to attest to the potential pitfalls of any large investments. Let these guys do their jobs and bring in the talent and you be the fan. Leave the money concerns to the professionals. I believe this organization gets it and wants to win the right way so relax and count your money and make sure you are being fiscally responsible because I have no doubt the leaders of the Atlanta Falcons organization will be.
cutter
March 5th, 2010
12:44 pm
I even use this years buzz words.
Rod
March 5th, 2010
12:46 pm
They can sign Dunta to a big 4 or 5 year deal with most of the money payable in the first year (uncapped). That way Dunta gets the money he wants and our cap position isn’t hurt for the 3-4 years after this coming one.
Steve Smith
March 5th, 2010
12:47 pm
Bring back DeAngelo Hall!! He’s matured and is ready to win!
Bring back DeAngelo Hall!! He’s matured and is ready to win!
Bring back DeAngelo Hall!! He’s matured and is ready to win!
Bring back DeAngelo Hall!! He’s matured and is ready to win!
Bring back DeAngelo Hall!! He’s matured and is ready to win!
Commander Shepard
March 5th, 2010
12:49 pm
Steve Smith-
Please assassinate yourself. Even if you are joking. That thug will never wear a Falcons jersey again.
cutter
March 5th, 2010
12:49 pm
LOL!!!
cutter
March 5th, 2010
12:53 pm
Rod-
It’s obvious to me you gave no more thought to that idea than the time it took for you to type it.
MeAngelo
March 5th, 2010
12:58 pm
What you talkin’ bout Commando?
Rod
March 5th, 2010
12:59 pm
@cutter – what the he11’s your problem?
Explain why your highness thinks it’s a stupid idea….
PTCdirtybirtd
March 5th, 2010
1:14 pm
No way the Falcons would go after Cromarti. 7 kids with like 4 different women, had gotten accused of hitting someone over the head with a champagne bottle at a club after the denver game. Constantly in trouble. Surprisingly hasn’t gotten the attention of Goddell yet. Not at all the kind of player that Dimitrioff and Smith want in Atlanta.
Evander Holyfield
March 5th, 2010
1:22 pm
Me likes Cromo. He got good taste in woman.
cutter
March 5th, 2010
1:36 pm
Rod
If you throw all of the money at the guy at one time what is his incentive to show up for years 2 through 5??? For the organization it’s about production and a guy who’s already gotten his money up front may not be as productive going forward. Look he’s gonna command a big deal because of the state of free agency this year and his status as the best corner available in free agency but you don’t give it all to the guy up front. If Atlanta did not think they could sign Robinson without experiencing salary cap issues he would not be in Atlanta as we speak. The deal is not done and may not get done but your idea is to just throw money at the guy to perserve the salary cap and I’m saying Atlanta can sign Robinson to a nice contract without incurring any additional unecessary risk such as what you have stated. It is solely your choice to call yourself stupid and I will not agree nor disagree with your opinion.
Walter
March 5th, 2010
1:48 pm
Dirty011,
Please re-read my original post. Is says MORE than 2 woman not 2! But he has 7 kids and he is NOT supporting them. Antonio Cromartie is a serial impregnator. The 7 kids are living in five states and he’s only 25! How good of a Dad can he possibly be? Don’t believe me, here’s a link http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antonio_Cromartie
Rod
March 5th, 2010
2:03 pm
cutter – get real. As you say, it’s Blank’s money so let him do what he wants (it’s none of your damn business). Secondly, Duante is young enough he’s going to be thinking about his next contract too. To say he’ll just piss around for 4-5 years only shows how slack and pathetic your integrity is (better to be stupid than to have no integrity), implying that’s what you’d be doing. Also, under my plan we’re in even better shape for most of that contract than under a conventional contract.
You cite me for throwing money at the guy? He’s going to get at least $8-12 mil a year anyway – so you DON’T consider that throwing money at a guy. Yeah, you’ve got a perverse sense of balance there.
And, you think you’re God’s gift to the blog and not stupid? Yeah, well you might want to proof your comments before you post, Einstein:
“No one has more to loose” – to loose? How about more TO LOSE. And no, that wasn’t a typo you made, it was stupidity. HAHAHAHAHA.
what
March 5th, 2010
2:05 pm
wait……..I thought he had 42 kids with 48 different women??? :O
Evander Holyfield
March 5th, 2010
2:16 pm
@what – no dog, dats me.
ryan
March 5th, 2010
2:31 pm
I think now that got there CB i think the Falcons will draft Spoon or Graham and maybe go get somebody like Antonio Bryant from Tampa and also D. Ryans
NFL free-agency frenzy underway « control+ATL+delete
March 5th, 2010
2:45 pm
[...] D.Orlando Ledbetter reports that Dunta Robinson is meeting with the Falcons today. [...]
cutter
March 5th, 2010
2:52 pm
Rod-
If someone does not agree with your decision you resort to name calling, cursing and checking for spelling errors through a blog site. OK you can call me all the names you want son. I can take it. 5 years from now how old will Robinson be?? This is his last chance at a big contract. Also since you are so good at checking for spelling errors maybe you should try to take on reading comprehension next, I did not say that he would piss away those years I asked what would be his incentive to show up. You are obviously upset because you realize your idea makes little sense especially given all of the previous capped years nobody ever thought to use your (as you say stupid ) idea. You probably think I’m god’s gift to this website but I cetainly do not. Are you an adolesent because you sound like one getting upset over words. Have a coke and a smile mommie will be home soon. Or maybe in your case it’s daddy. You can’t get mad at me because you say “stupid” things. Take care Roderick. Don’t hurt anybody today at your cub scout meeting OK.
cutter
March 5th, 2010
2:55 pm
Now make sure you check for spelling errors Roderick.
cutter
March 5th, 2010
2:57 pm
NFL.com’s Steve Wyche reports that free agent Dunta Robinson’s contract with the Falcons will be done by Sunday.
Wyche is a former Falcons beat writer, so we’ve got to believe him. It doesn’t hurt, obviously, that Robinson is only negotiating with his hometown team. The terms remain up in the air, but Robinson is sure to break the bank.
Source: NFL.com
Rod
March 5th, 2010
3:06 pm
From ESPN:
“CHICAGO — Chester Taylor agreed to a four-year, $12.5 million deal with the Chicago Bears on Friday, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter.
The deal includes $7 million guaranteed in the first year, the source said.”
Hmmmm cutter – I guess the Bears agree with my philosophy of up front money this year. But of course I’m sure you think you know more about football than their entire front office.
Rod
March 5th, 2010
3:10 pm
From ESPN:
“NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Defensive end Kyle Vanden Bosch agreed to a four-year deal Friday with the Detroit Lions.
The deal is worth $26 million, a league source told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter. Vanden Bosch, 31, will be due $10 million in the first year of the contract, The Tennessean of Nashville reported.”
Hmmmm cutter – I guess the Lions agree with my philosophy of up front money this year. But of course I’m sure you think you know more about football than their entire front office.
Rod
March 5th, 2010
3:11 pm
Other teams are throwing major percentages of contract money into this uncapped year. But, of course, cutter thinks it’s a foolish idea. Yep, he’s the real football genius.
cutter
March 5th, 2010
5:15 pm
You see this is what I’m talking about. Not one clue as to what he is talking about. There is a difference between guaranteed salary and first year salary. Man I just don’t know what to say about you Roderick.
cutter
March 5th, 2010
5:23 pm
KVB is 10mill in 1st year but hey you gotta do something to make a guy wanna come to Detroit. Taylor is 7mill guaranteed but not in 1st year. As usual you are half-azz right. Slow down and try to comprehend what you read son.
cutter
March 5th, 2010
5:23 pm
Roderick!
Nic
March 5th, 2010
5:27 pm
D. Orlando Ledbetter,
Any news on Brent Grimes?
Falcon 8211
March 5th, 2010
5:27 pm
well we were close to deal last nite with dunta. what is the deal DOL.
D. Orlando Ledbetter
March 5th, 2010
5:30 pm
Deal is getting “extremely close” and figures to be completed tonight.
D. Orlando Ledbetter
March 5th, 2010
5:31 pm
Nic: Grimes is an Exclusive Rights Free Agent (0-2 accrued years) and the Falcons don’t have to tender him until April 15.
D. Orlando Ledbetter
March 5th, 2010
5:32 pm
Falcon8211: As soon as I get it, I’ll be more than happy to share. A little pushy aren’t we???? Are you my editor???
D. Orlando Ledbetter
March 5th, 2010
5:33 pm
We are the rollarcoaster ride called: Contract negotiations!!!
Falcon 8211
March 5th, 2010
5:46 pm
thanks for the update. have you heard of any other free agents the falcons might purse DOL?
Knowledge
March 5th, 2010
6:03 pm
III TOLD YALL SO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! “KNOWLEDGE” KNOWS BEST
cutter
March 5th, 2010
6:05 pm
DOL- I read somewhere that Atlanta was the only team Robinson wanted to talk to because he’s from the area, can you confirm?
Knowledge
March 5th, 2010
6:06 pm
FALCONS SIGN DUNTA ROBINSON 6 YEARS
cutter
March 5th, 2010
6:10 pm
Falcons agreed to terms with CB Dunta Robinson on a six-year contract.
Atlanta wasn’t happy with its CBs a year ago, and rightfully so. The club had one of the NFL’s worst pass defenses. Robinson is now signed through his age-33 season. While he’s not been a true playmaker since a six-pick rookie year, Robinson is a solid cover man with excellent range. The Texans thought enough of him to place a franchise tag on Robinson in 2009, guaranteeing him nearly $10 million. He instantly becomes the Falcons’ top cornerback.
Source: Adam Schefter on Twitter
naganole
March 5th, 2010
6:21 pm
As much as I love Grimes, he is not a better CB than Houston. Houston was a bad #1CB, but as a #3 he can provide quality depth. Robinson,Williams,Houston,Owens…that’s a solid group.
With cornerback in fold, here are 5 choices for Falcons | Jeff Schultz
March 5th, 2010
6:24 pm
[...] has signed a six-year deal with the Falcons, per Mr. Ledbetter. Details will be forthcoming but here’s a link to his current blog. Nice job by the [...]
Iceman
March 5th, 2010
6:29 pm
Good pick up
Yeah, ATL will stay a looooooong way away from Antonio Cromartie.
waynester
March 5th, 2010
6:30 pm
Here’s hoping he returns to his season 1 form– he was awesome as a rook– but he’s not a rookie anymore. We showed him the $ now show us the performance!(crosses fingers and toes)!
poppa falcon
March 5th, 2010
6:36 pm
I agree with Ryan. Cromartie is a DeAngelo Hall starter kit. Afraid to hit, openly questioning his coaches, fighting in clubs, a member of the 7-6 cfraternity (7 kids – 6 baby mommas), I’m glad that Dimitroff was able to iron out a deal with Robinson.
the crock
March 5th, 2010
6:37 pm
his wiki page
On March 5, 2010 Robinson Announced his retirement and he was becoming a professional wrestler named The Crock
Mave
March 5th, 2010
6:39 pm
Robinson is better than Cromartie…less headaches off the field. 6 year deal shows they may expect a cap to come back. Now DE or OLB has to be top pick….would still like to see CB in the draft as I like the kid from Rutgers. Houston may have to go to Houston as he may be the odd CB out…you agree D-Led? Center in your mock draft…really…come on…I expect us to draft offensive players, but in the 1st round, a center who would not play…not TD’s style…you go in the 1st round, you are playing, so it has to be OLB / DE.
trueFALCONfan
March 5th, 2010
6:45 pm
#23 chris houston has to go, need that number bra, i wll take brent grimes any day over chris houston, hopefully brian williams can come back healthy, if not i can live with grimes, the guy has tremendous athletic ability, would be much better with pass rush…GO FALCONS
florida falcon
March 5th, 2010
6:50 pm
I like the agresiveness the organization is taking! This makes our draft a real interesting one. I believe we will now go for the best player on the board! OR we’ll package our first rounder for a 2nd and third! Think about, the draft is a crapshoot anyway.
BosnianBaller
March 5th, 2010
6:52 pm
Walker texas ranger Cromartie has played horrible the past 2 years according to the chargers people he was bad at stopping the run
Mr. Turnip-Green Jeans
March 5th, 2010
6:52 pm
Great cornerbacks entering the league get tons of interceptions, till the day teams decide it’s time to try the other side, permanently…
Then they drop, sometimes to zero.
Cedrick
March 5th, 2010
6:57 pm
Look, I just got home. Ok cool we got Robinson but why the hell were we not competing t get Cromartie?? This guy is a proven CB which is what we needed. Dude Demetrioff ia really about to piss this season away already!!
the crock
March 5th, 2010
7:07 pm
On March 5, 2010 Robinson Announced his retirement and he was becoming a professional wrestler named The Crock
J.J.M.
March 5th, 2010
7:09 pm
“On March 5, 2010 Robinson Announced his retirement and he was becoming a professional wrestler named The Crock”
That was so lame
boilerup
March 5th, 2010
7:12 pm
Great pick up.. Get a de, and Antonio Bryant and draft Spiller and an ol.. we will be bad ass next year!! Go Falcons…
boilerup
March 5th, 2010
7:14 pm
Enter your comments here
shannon
March 5th, 2010
7:18 pm
So the falcons couldn’t have traded picks for boldin like the ravens did or trade jenkins for him
Bird Droppings
March 5th, 2010
7:27 pm
Now go sign Brandon Marshall for a crapload of money (Arthur can afford it), sign Sean Witherspoon in the 1st round, O-line and D-line help in the later rounds, and see you – DEEP – in the play-offs, folks.
No Fa SHo 504
March 5th, 2010
7:28 pm
Good a better CB for the SAINTS to throw on!!!
Manny
March 5th, 2010
7:42 pm
If they go out and get a clutch receiver and some linebacker help, the Falcons have a shot.They actually can address these issues in the draft. The prerequisite for a linebacker is one that can drop back into coverage well.
If they can do that, the Falcons will win the South. (If Turner stays healthy, of course. If not, the Falcons have no shot.)
Cornerback Dunta Robinson, Falcons Strike Six-Year Deal | Inside Hollywood Sports
March 5th, 2010
7:48 pm
[...] the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and ESPN are reporting that it will be a six-year contract and will be signed some time this [...]
Thug Ville
March 5th, 2010
8:11 pm
Another attitude case, with a big ME on his jersey, looking for attention. The falcons better keep him happy with lots of money, or he’ll be angry and not produce.
willie
March 5th, 2010
8:22 pm
Actually, D. Robinson is said to be a very good locker room guy. Kudos for TD and company for taking action and signing the most solid guy available. Too much risk-taking on the field and baggage off the field with Cromartie…I like this signing.
Purdue
March 5th, 2010
8:22 pm
Look at Chike Okeafor from Arizona. Good 3rd down rush lb/de for Witherspoon to learn from when he lands at #19. Long in the tooth but could be a great mentor for a good price, with SB experience!!!!!!!!
Houston Texans Fan
March 5th, 2010
8:29 pm
To all you Falcons fans, I can tell you in 5 sentences or less what your getting.
#1. Elite Run stopping corner
#2. Good but not great cover corner. Did cover the #1 receiver 60% of the time
#3. Never had a nose for the ball to get INT.
#4. Not afraid to speak his mind after a loss or losing streak. (Threw players under the bus)
#5. Will give you his all and will become a fan favorite.
Overall, I wanted him to stay in Houston. But for the $$ he was commanding and the “Pay me Rick” he put on his shoes during opening day last year, I wanted him GONE!.
Just remember, everyone reading this had just as many interceptions as Dunta Robinson did last year.
Brian – Houston
Sheree Whitfield
March 5th, 2010
8:35 pm
I wonder if Robinson will aks any of the other players questions. This is something I have to ax myself.
Houston Texans Fan
March 5th, 2010
8:37 pm
For all of you Falcon Fans crying that they didn’t pursue Cromartie, yhou should be thankful!!!!
Dunta will never be afraid to hit anyone. (see Cromartie in PLAYOFF GAME)
Does not have 6 kids in 5 different states.
Dunta will leave it all on line. TRUST ME – Dunta Robinson is better than Cromarti and with less baggage.
Good luck Robinson! We are going to miss you here in H-Town!
Najeh Davenpoop
March 5th, 2010
8:37 pm
I’m surprised they didn’t try to sign Darren Sharper, after seeing the kind of impact he had on the Saints’ pass defense this year, seeing as how he would have been much cheaper. Robinson is a decent player and upgrades the Falcons’ previously pathetic secondary but he’s never been some extraordinary player you can build a secondary around, like a 6-year contract would suggest. Not saying the Falcons would have got Sharper, but you would think they would at least try. I didn’t hear them linked to Sharper in any rumor.
Go Falcons!!!
March 5th, 2010
8:46 pm
I read this about him
Dunta Robinson, Houston Texans (28)
“After holding out for nearly the entire offseason, Dunta Robinson stepped in and played pretty poorly, allowing a number of intermediate catches against him. Robinson played slightly better in the second half of the season, but not in line with a top corner. With an entire offseason of workouts, Robinson can return to form and be one of the better corners in the league, but it’ll be interesting to see how the situation plays out next offseason after an up and down season this year. The Texans may not be ready to commit a lot money after this season, which could lead Dunta to test the open market. I’d be surprised if they used the franchise tag on him again this year after what they went through last season. “
Magic Man
March 5th, 2010
8:50 pm
Cutter:
You are missing the point. I am not at all worrying about Blank losing his money. I am worried about him spending it wrongly, which will disallow him and TD to make the Falcons a Super Bowl contender. And, I trust TD. For the most part, I agree with all of his moves. So, if he signs a high-priced free agent, which he was, then I believe he has done his homework and is doing the right thing. But, tying all your money up in a few big name players and leaving holes at other spots on the roster, especially as far as depth is concerned, is not how you win championships. See, Patriots, New England and Colts, Indianapolis. They pay who deserves to be paid, but never overpay.
Sick & Tired Of Being Sick & Tired
March 5th, 2010
9:07 pm
Great move for the Falcons acquiriing Robinson. Hopefully now Houston is gone (cut or traded)…..let’s all hope anyway. However, if they can pick up a taller CB in one of the later rounds then I say go for it. It is going to be interesting to see what TD does with the 19th pick.
brick
March 5th, 2010
9:09 pm
What is everyone’s deal with Cromartie? He has been terrible the last few years. If he was so good he would have been traded for something better than a 3rd round pick in next years draft. Robinson is a good player and a good signing.
Tailback U
March 5th, 2010
9:23 pm
DOL
My question was going to be on Houston’s future and you addressed
the fact he may be the odd man out.
But to go a step further do you believe he has any trade value
at all or have the GM’s watched that commercial with him trailing
Steve Smith and about to be torched too many times ?
FranktheFalcon
March 5th, 2010
9:41 pm
Excellent job Thomas Dimitroff! Keep up the great work! Getting Peria Jerry back and Brian Williams back will help a lot! Our defense against the run was good down the stretch. Now to get more of a pass rush is our objective! GO FALCONS !!!
Hamad Meander
March 5th, 2010
10:39 pm
Cornerbacks – taller does not mean better. The bigger the CB, the less likely they are to be able to turn their hips quick, change direction quickly, and close fast. If you are 6′2″ and 210 lbs, you can’t do that quickly. Ask Taylor Mays is being 6′3 230 and run a 4.3 40 makes you a great DB. I think he’ll be a fine OLB, though…..
CL
March 5th, 2010
10:39 pm
Congratulations Dunta!!! I sure many people like myself will be rooting for you to represent CCHS and Athens and probably buy your jersey. I’ll be sure to get tickets for the season to see you shut down half the field. People that say you have and attitude don’t know you personally. Jjust wait until they see the attitude come out when you hit somebody then they will be cheering.
THWG
March 5th, 2010
10:47 pm
what a terrible move. dunta will be running the streets just like convick.
look at him. straight outta Athens gutta. just another piece of thrash from Athens, GA.
blackbee
March 5th, 2010
10:48 pm
trade Houston and J. Anderson and next year Second pick for this year second and a 4th. Go get S. Witherspoon, 1st, with the second get either C. Dunlap, Tech’s D. Thomas or mountain Cody. 3rd pick get E. Norwood or Iowa lineman Callaway. 4th get Al. Colin Peek and Jacoby Ford. 5th Florida R. Curran, 6th best O-lineman left. The Falcons can’t mess around, they have to go for all the marbles THIS YEAR before Tony G. McClure, Peterson and Turner get tooooooooo old
ron the man
March 5th, 2010
10:48 pm
Good move to get Dunta, a young player with proven track record locked up on the first day. I agree with Ryan above that we should also look at picking up Antonio Bryant. He looked like an all pro every time we played Tampa. We never stopped him and I saw him spring open on many of the top defensive backfields this year as well. I think he might make us forget Mike Jenkins and make life easier for Roddy and Gonzo.
CCHS
March 5th, 2010
10:52 pm
THWG crawl back into your little hole were u came from. Athens gutta? Have you even been to Athens? Just another ignorant fool and what is a piece of thrash? Please don’t have kids you inbred.
willie
March 5th, 2010
11:17 pm
Hearing $27 million guaranteed in Dunta Robinson’s deal. Sure hope they are right on this kid. That is a ton of guaranteed money.
Glitchy
March 5th, 2010
11:26 pm
He may be a PUNK, but he’s OUR PUNK!!
Glitchy
March 5th, 2010
11:30 pm
Hey Bird Droppings,
Brandon Marshall??? Are we trying to put a football team together or a new Posse for Buckhead?
Flo-Ri-Duh!
March 6th, 2010
12:03 am
Cromartie is an aids risk with all the partners he has been with………… Robinson has never been in trouble with the law and has never been shown to be immoral. He had a public dispute with owners over his salary last year…. but has not had the injury or immorality problems of Cromartie.
Mike
March 6th, 2010
12:19 am
Will Houston wear #22 now that Robinson will be coming in, and Robinson is # 23? Looks like Chevis is done. Also with Bolding going to Baltimore it definitely appears Mason is done there. Anyone for signing him to a one year deal to add depth to WR, that way through the draft we strengthen our O line, D line, and add an outside linebacker?
zeke
March 6th, 2010
12:28 am
Hey guys, USC, South Carolina IS DEFENSIVE BACK U.!!!!!!!!
Rod
March 6th, 2010
1:01 am
cutter, cutter, cutter. How stupid and ignorant can you be.
You wrote: “Taylor is 7mill guaranteed but not in 1st year.” Um, so you can’t read either? I had posted: “The deal includes $7 million guaranteed in the first year, the source said. That means not only is the $7 mil guaranteed – it’s PAYABLE IN THE FIRST YEAR!!!
Duh, get a clue.
Atlanta Falcons Talk » Blog Archive » Cornerback Dunta Robinson, Falcons Strike Six-Year Deal
March 6th, 2010
1:03 am
[...] the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and ESPN are reporting that it will be a six-year contract and will be signed some time this [...]
FALCONS SORRIER
March 6th, 2010
1:04 am
ONCET AGAIN, YOU FOOLS JUST TRYING TO KEEP A MAN DOWN CAUSE HE BLACK! IT IN THE BIBLE TO GO AND MULTIPLY! BESIDES, SOME OF THOSE KIDS BELONG TO MV7!
poppa falcon
March 6th, 2010
1:08 am
U can question Dimitroff all u want; it’s ur Constitutional RIGHT. But not ONE of us on this board saw the Falcons have back to back winning seasons UNTIL he came along. Period. If HE wanted to sign Dunta, than I WELCOME Mr.Robinson with open arms.
MV7 1/2
March 6th, 2010
1:08 am
ANY FOOL CAN SEE THOSE BABIES ARE MINE!
Mike Tolla
March 6th, 2010
1:26 am
Houston Texans Fan, you are a fool !! Just because he wrote a sign on his shoes and wanted a fair contract for his value, you wanted him GONE ??
No wonder your team still licking the soles of other playoff teams …
Robinson will play hard and hit like Mac truck. Falcons fans can be sure of that …
Mike Tolla
March 6th, 2010
1:31 am
THWG
“what a terrible move. dunta will be running the streets just like convick. look at him. straight outta Athens gutta. just another piece of thrash from Athens, GA.”
THWG – just another hating, burger-flipping thrash who can’t stand another man getting his million$$ … Now go back to work ..
tjhook
March 6th, 2010
1:55 am
I’m glad to have Dunta in a Falcons uniform- he can’t be any worse than what we played with last year. I’m also encouraged with the progress of Chris Owens. I want to see the Falcons go after DE Aaron Kampfmann and WR Chris Chambers. Chambers is still fast and would be a nice veteran to help offer advice to our young recievers Jenkins and White. It’s always good to bring in veterans to offer suggestions. Especially some that can challenge for your starting spot.
deyontavious
March 6th, 2010
2:41 am
i like the pick up but I thought we were looking for a big cornerback.
He’s 5′9″!!
Maybe William Moore could shift to corner to provide a more intimidating presence
Big Ray
March 6th, 2010
3:06 am
Now people can shut the hell up about signing Dominique Foxworth last year for basically the same amount of money. Do that and you couldn’t get Robinson THIS year without shelling out the same contract TWICE.
Besides, even “smurf” Grimes had more INTs than Foxworth had last year? Surprised? I’m not.
I like this move, and it’s clear these guys want to win NOW, as well as in the future. However, don’t be surprised if you see another CB coming in the draft. One of those raw ones with SIZE.
In the meantime, the dynamic changes in the first round of the draft. A pass rusher is surely coming. Will it be an OLB or a DE? Don’t rule out DT. We still don’t know that we can stay completely healthy and we suffered from it (as did our DEs) last year. Why? Because Babineaux was the only reliably good DT we had. Thomas Johnson filled in decently when JA98 wasn’t in there, stinking it up…
Cornerback Dunta Robinson, Falcons Strike Six-Year Deal | NFLaccess
March 6th, 2010
3:08 am
[...] the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and ESPN are reporting that it will be a six-year contract and will be signed some time this [...]
Barber Shop Union President
March 6th, 2010
5:00 am
We are available and ready to serve Mr. Robinson.
R.U.KIDDEN-ME???
March 6th, 2010
7:41 am
@blackbee,THAT’S AN A+ DRAFT YOU GOT THERE PODNA!! IF TD COULD PULL THAT ONE OFF WE’D BE SET TO MAKE SOME SERIOUS NOISE FOR A WHILE!!
The Real Falcon
March 6th, 2010
7:51 am
Does anyone listen to the team you follow? We don’t pick players with off-field issues (Dunlap).
That is just as important as ability.
Turner is 28 and has played less than 2 full seasons.
We are not Florida Nouth, or SEC 2.0
TD will make the right moves and picks. He does not make moves based upon desperation.
You have to have a taker for Houston/Anderson. All teams have seen the tape on them. No one is beating down his door for them.
Favre
March 6th, 2010
7:52 am
they gonna make him cut that mop off his hade?
tom
March 6th, 2010
8:19 am
Trade Grimes as quick as possible. Alot of effort with minimal results. Not a long term asset. Too small.
Falcons Sign Dunta Robinson - The Recycle Bin
March 6th, 2010
8:19 am
[...] do not know much about Robinson; everything I have read indicates that he is a number one coverage DB, which is a great need for the Falcons. The Falcons are hoping the return of defensive tackle Peria [...]
Rex in Woodstock
March 6th, 2010
8:24 am
Two points:
Dunta Robinson had 10 picks his first year and only 5 the last 2 seasons, but teams throw at him less and are more leery of throwing at a guy after he gets 10 picks as a rookie. Revis does not get all that many picks either. Dunta will help a lot.
AND
Despite what you Dawg fans and many others think, Tebow will be very successful in the NFL.
Of course he has a couple things to works on as do all rookies, especially QBs do, but truly, the more negative stuff written, the more determined he will be.
In short, Tebow is the Anti-Vick
Dunta Cred
March 6th, 2010
8:30 am
Dunta’s coming to the ATL with an attitude! It’s his way or the highway–but pay him first!
Matt Chernoff
March 6th, 2010
8:45 am
I was really hoping for Kyle Vanden Bosch. PLEASE cut Jamaal Anderson! What a waste.
Vick=Dog killing Thug
March 6th, 2010
9:00 am
Mr Blank sure does have deep pockets !
toyman6931
March 6th, 2010
9:45 am
Teachers zero. Robinson 9-10 million dollars per year. He got a raise and the teachers took a walk. Fair huh? why don’t we pay our fireman, policeman ahd soldiers these types of salaries. Why aren’t we hollering at our government officials to pay these millios to each of the above individuals. Don’t you think they do a good enough job. They all put their lives on the line daily. Many of them run for touchdowns or hit homeruns in their daily duties. Its a given that we couldn’t afford to pay the taxes that it would take to pay them. When ar e we the fans going to wake up that we are paying for the salaries of these pros one way or the other. Attendance at games, buying their product, listening to their games etc is costing you. Wake up fans. Our economy is in the dumpster. we need to spend our money more prudently in order to create an environment for our children and grandchildren. If you can’t live without pro sports, watch or attend college games Just as good if not better. I firmly believe that pro sports will destroy themselves unless they make drastic changes. When players leave teams because 15-20 million dollars a year is not enough,for them to take care of their families, we should take collections for them. We have created a bunch of selfish, uncaring athletes who are no more important to our survival than the people mentioned above. The owners are not different. they live off the monies received from attendance, parking and television. They are in it to make money. If this continues, we will be denying our children and grandchildren pro sports in the future. It has drastically change since I was a kid. Not for the better either.
No. Ga. bob
March 6th, 2010
9:52 am
I’ve been disappointed by the Falcons too many times. I would not pin any hope on JERRY. He was a fat bust when they drafted him and will never live up to the expectation that was believed in him. The Falcons need to draft for his position and think trade for Jerry.
Falcon 8211
March 6th, 2010
10:02 am
DOL, do we have any other FA coming to visit the falcons. sure would like to see lito sheppard in a falcon uniform.
D. Orlando Ledbetter
March 6th, 2010
10:15 am
Tailback U — Need to do some work on Houston’s trade value.
terms “were undisclosed”
Nelson S.
March 6th, 2010
10:41 am
Adam_Schefter
New Falcons CB Dunta Robinson cashed in with Atlanta. He signed a six-year, $57 million contract that includes $25.5 million in guarantees.
GusF
March 6th, 2010
10:45 am
Robinson should get some interceptions since he’s way overdue. I had as many interceptions as he did last year.
TexansFan
March 6th, 2010
11:04 am
One thing you Atlanta fans may not be getting the full scoop on is that Robinson suffered a horrific injury during the 2007 season. In a game against the Raiders, a Texans DT ran into Robinson’s knee during a tackle and tore Robinson’s ACL. The injury also caused his hamstring to be ripped completely off his bone. Robinson is a very tough player who is great at playing the run, but he has not been the same player since he suffered that injury. Perhaps he will return to form after spending a full training camp with the team (he boycotted training camp last year because he was unhappy with being tagged as a franchise player), but recognize that the Falcons are taking a risk signing a player who may never be as good as he was before he got hurt. No doubt the severity of the injury was a factor in the Texans’ decision not to re-sign him.
willie
March 6th, 2010
11:05 am
He will be 2 years removed from his very major ACL/hammy injury, which is normally how long it take to fully recover physically and also with the confidence. That is a very big deal they gave him. Let’s hope they are right.
jc_dawgs
March 6th, 2010
11:20 am
The secondary is starting to look a lot better now with Robinson. We get PJ back for next year and that will boost the pass rush considerably. Add in a 1st round DE or OLB from this years draft and this D is going to be really good.
Nolerick
March 6th, 2010
12:11 pm
I am a Nole fan and I would much rather have Robinson than “the Crow”. He has way too many legal issues.
gtgreg
March 6th, 2010
12:14 pm
Hey DOL, won’t Brian Williams be the starter alongside Dunta? Williams was doing really good last year before the injury. Then Owens/Grimes/Tye Hill will be backups and Chris Houston might be a goner. Unless I’m missing something? Nobody seems to be talking about Williams.
Benjamin
March 6th, 2010
12:29 pm
“Pay me, Rick.” (Classy.)
That said, the guy will improve our secondary. I was hoping we could land VanDen Bosch to play opposite Abraham on the D-Line, but alas, no go. I do like our cornerback setup a lot more, though, with Robinson and Williams resigning and Grimes still in the fold.
Falcon's Brass Are Clueless
March 6th, 2010
1:06 pm
When will the Falcons’ Brass ever get it thru their thick skull that you build a teaam from the inside out, not the reverse.
It won’t matter if they have 10 Deion Sanders in the backfield…if you don’t have any pressure upfront then its a Dback can only cover for so long.
Heck, with the money they gave non-pro bowler in D Robinson, they could’ve added another 15mil and got a consistent probowler in Julius Peppers.
The Falcons Front Office is stupid.
TD will still try and put start rookies on the frontline this season, only left with trying toreplace them next year. Plus there’s no guarantee that Peria will recover from his knee injury, nor W.Moore or Robinson for that matter.
Stupid-Stupid-Stupid!
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FranktheFalcon
March 6th, 2010
5:22 pm
Is Dunta married? Does he have children? How many by how many girlfriends?
coach
March 7th, 2010
7:53 pm
it doesnt matter want CB you get out there, if u dont get a pass rush they will get toasted just like last season