[simple simon]

The Toronto Argonauts of the CFL gained exclusive rights of former Dolphins quarterback Joey Harrington by placing his name on their negotiation list, according to a report in the Toronto Star.

Dolphins-Broncos trade still not official; Harrington to CFL?: South Florida Sun-Sentinel

[simple simon]

there has got to be NFL teams interested in Harrington as a backup

[Lefty Noob]

He's about as highly sought-after as Tim Couch these days... a year or two in the CFL, with no pressure and the chance to put up big numbers, might do him a world of good. That or Arena League.

[MJHMarc]

Originally Posted by simple simon

there has got to be NFL teams interested in Harrington as a backup

That's about all he can do.

[EmpireWF]

Amazing the fall this kid has been on since leaving Oregon. Maybe he can resurect his career in Canada and return to the NFL somewhere down the road.

[Bette]

My first reaction was glad he's gone. Maybe this move will help him.

[Gotham Dark Knight]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

He's about as highly sought-after as Tim Couch these days... a year or two in the CFL, with no pressure and the chance to put up big numbers, might do him a world of good. That or Arena League.

Speaking of Tim Couch...were is he these days?...

[Lefty Noob]

Originally Posted by Gotham Dark Knight

Speaking of Tim Couch...were is he these days?...

Tim Couch - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "After undergoing shoulder surgery in February 2005, Couch auditioned for the Chicago Bears midway through the 2005 season and the Cincinnati Bengals in December 2005. The Bears noticed his arm was not nearly back to NFL shape during their workout and subsequently did not sign him. The Bengals did not pursue Couch, although Jon Kitna was not resigned after his contract expired in early 2006. Couch participated in tryouts with the Tennessee Titans as late as January 2006. He has also been to work outs with the Miami Dolphins, Pittsburgh Steelers and the Houston Texans. All three teams have stated that despite good workouts, they are not interested in pursuing him. However, Tim Couch is already counted out for the 06-07 season, as he has had shoulder surgery again in late June of 2006. It will be at least until the 07-08 NFL season before Couch can attempt another comeback."

[Gotham Dark Knight]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

Tim Couch - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia: "After undergoing shoulder surgery in February 2005, Couch auditioned for the Chicago Bears midway through the 2005 season and the Cincinnati Bengals in December 2005. The Bears noticed his arm was not nearly back to NFL shape during their workout and subsequently did not sign him. The Bengals did not pursue Couch, although Jon Kitna was not resigned after his contract expired in early 2006. Couch participated in tryouts with the Tennessee Titans as late as January 2006. He has also been to work outs with the Miami Dolphins, Pittsburgh Steelers and the Houston Texans. All three teams have stated that despite good workouts, they are not interested in pursuing him. However, Tim Couch is already counted out for the 06-07 season, as he has had shoulder surgery again in late June of 2006. It will be at least until the 07-08 NFL season before Couch can attempt another comeback."

So he is basically out because of injury...

See, I rather sign Joey then some total unknown out of college in round 6...I am not convience that he is as bad as they make him out to be...tell me anyone that would have succeeded in Detriot or Miami?...

[Lefty Noob]

Originally Posted by Gotham Dark Knight

So he is basically out because of injury...

See, I rather sign Joey then some total unknown out of college in round 6...I am not convience that he is as bad as they make him out to be...tell me anyone that would have succeeded in Detriot or Miami?...

Even if Joey and the 6th round pick have about the same chance of succeeding, you've got to go with the rookie because Joey qualifies for some veteran minimum salary right now. Either way you're gambling; but one allows you more cap room than the other, so you can upgrade, say, the defense by signing Joey Porter.

[Gotham Dark Knight]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

Even if Joey and the 6th round pick have about the same chance of succeeding, you've got to go with the rookie because Joey qualifies for some veteran minimum salary right now. Either way you're gambling; but one allows you more cap room than the other, so you can upgrade, say, the defense by signing Joey Porter.

Don't see it that way...Joey has taking plenty of game snaps...I think its less of a risk...its the one position I don't want a rookie to step into if my starter goes down.

[Lefty Noob]

Originally Posted by Gotham Dark Knight

Don't see it that way...Joey has taking plenty of game snaps...I think its less of a risk...its the one position I don't want a rookie to step into if my starter goes down.

Depends who the rookie is, I guess... worked out well for Pittsburgh two years ago, and the Titans had a pretty good one last season. Yes, they were both first round picks, but Tom Brady wasn't. A rookie can come in and have success at the QB position. The bottom line in terms of Harrington is that coaches/GMs don't have any confidence in him, so they're not willing to shell out the money. So if he goes to the CFL and has a Flutie-esque season up there, it can only help his stock.

[Gotham Dark Knight]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

Depends who the rookie is, I guess... worked out well for Pittsburgh two years ago, and the Titans had a pretty good one last season. Yes, they were both first round picks, but Tom Brady wasn't. A rookie can come in and have success at the QB position. The bottom line in terms of Harrington is that coaches/GMs don't have any confidence in him, so they're not willing to shell out the money. So if he goes to the CFL and has a Flutie-esque season up there, it can only help his stock.

Lefty my man, I understand the argument...

I also think that coachs in the NFL are a bunch of followers...occasionally you get an innovator...a real thinker...but most of them play not to lose...instead of to win...someone comes up with the zone-blitz everyone wants to copy...someone comes up with a west coast O and everyone wants to succeed with it...

I think in Joey's case is the same thing...oh he failed there and there...must be something wrong with the kid...

I rather someone say..."those were the wrong systems for his style, but in my scheme he can..."...

I mean, it is football they play in Canada right?...a bit bigger field...diff downs...but same game...what makes some CFL coach covet him and an NFL coach say no?...bunch of freakin followers if you ask me...

[peg_city]

Originally Posted by Lefty Noob

So if he goes to the CFL and has a Flutie-esque season up there, it can only help his stock.

The chances of Joey Harrington putting up flutie type numbers in the CFL are slim to none with slim already leaving town. The argos already have former hesiamn trophy winner Eric Crouch and Michael Bishop returning from the AFL. The ability for a quarterback to grasp the CFL game in 1 season is alot more difficult then one might think. Quincy Carter didn't make it through training camp last year in montreal.

To tell you the truth its a rumour and not a very good one. The Toronto Argos every season try to get a regonizable former NFLer into their line-up and this year they are trying to get Harrington. Expect it takes a while for a quarterback to grasp the game. If he comes up here for one season and one season only it will be a failure. Hes probable better if he doesn't.

[simple simon]

Originally Posted by Gotham Dark Knight

I think in Joey's case is the same thing...oh he failed there and there...must be something wrong with the kid...

I rather someone say..."those were the wrong systems for his style, but in my scheme he can..."...

the key ingredient, as i think you will agree, is the O-line

the Broncos can plug in seemingly any rusher for 1,200 yards a season because of their O-line

Peyton Manning throws for 1,000,000 yards each season because of their O-line

Harrington has spent his career running for his life........get this kid a good O-line and see what happens before you write him off totally