[Lefty Noob]

Apparently, according to the AP, it's a possibility but a long shot.

Linebacker LaVar Arrington, who bought his way out of his contract with Washington for $4.4 million, would like to stay in the NFC East to get back at the Redskins.

But the only team in that division even remotely interested seems to be the New York Giants and "remote" seems to be the operative word. Although Antonio Pierce, Arrington's former teammate in Washington, is reportedly lobbying for him, New York has about $10 million in cap space and would prefer getting several cheaper players than spending a lot on one who might not fit their defensive schemes.

Would an Arrington signing be good or bad for the Big Blue Wrecking Crew?

[EmpireWF]

If he'd accept a lower bonus, I'd love to have him in NY. There's no denying his ability. As long as he's healthy, he would be a pretty good LBer to have. Put him next to Antonio Pierce (former teammates), they would be awesome together.

[Lefty Noob]

Agreed -- he'd be a good fit in NY. Wonder if there's any realistic shot it'll happen?

[EmpireWF]

Has anyone heard anything about Arrington in recent weeks? All I've seen is still the same group of teams interested but no biters just yet.

[Lefty Noob]

Nope, nothing but the sound of crickets. Not a lot of demand for Mr. Arrington's services, apparently.

[Lefty Noob]

Looks like he was in New York for a physical today. Arrington's agent and the Giants haven't started talking terms yet, but its looking more and more like he's eventually going to wind up playing for Big Blue.

[MJHMarc]

Yes. They had a short segment on ESPNEWS early this morning.

[EmpireWF]

As long as nothing serious showed up on the physical, Arrington might just be a Giant afterall. That and him bringing down his price tag a bit.

[Trashed]

I can see this thread is a bit dated. Its coo,l it is baseball season but I cant wait for opposing OGs to try to handle Arrington while their OTs have their hands full with Umeyiora, Strahan and the new DE from the draft!

[EmpireWF]

Welcome to the boards Trash. I share your same enthusiasm for the Giants defense this upcoming season. You didn't even include Antonio Pierce LOL...who should return to his almost dominating performance on the field. As long as the DTs play above average (Clancy went to Arizona), we should do well.

[Trashed]

Originally Posted by EmpireWF

Welcome to the boards Trash. I share your same enthusiasm for the Giants defense this upcoming season. You didn't even include Antonio Pierce LOL...who should return to his almost dominating performance on the field. As long as the DTs play above average (Clancy went to Arizona), we should do well.

Antonio Pierce convinced Arrington to sign!!! Thats a help right there. You get a ILB and a talent agent! Big Blue all the way in 2006!!!

[EmpireWF]

I'm sure the fact that he'll get to play his former team 2x a year didn't hurt matters either.

[MJHMarc]

I haven't seen that many Antonio Pierce jerseys lately at Giants Stadium! I think maybe this year all Giants fans will be sporting out their Arrington jerseys. I haven't bought mine yet (maybe that's because I'm a Jets fan).