Torry Holt tells St. Louis Rams he wants out ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH 03/05/2009
Seven-time Pro Bowler Torry Holt, a mainstay of the Rams' Greatest Show on Turf teams, has asked for his release, league sources told the Post-Dispatch on Wednesday. But the Rams still have 12 days to grant his wish.
Holt, 32, is due a roster bonus of $1.25 million March 17, so it's highly unlikely he will be a Ram beyond then. But the Rams could still try to trade him until then, meaning any potential trade partner wouldn't have to compete for his services, as would be the case if he were released.
Today marks only the seventh day of the free agency period. But more than 100 players already have either signed with new teams or re-signed with their old squad. Hundreds of millions of dollars have been committed in new contracts. MORE RAMS
Realizing he no longer fits in the team's plans, Holt is seeking closure on his time in St. Louis, as well as an opportunity to find a job ASAP.
bungle613 wrote:Rumour is that they are only asking for a 4th or 5th for him and can't get it.
Yea, if all these teams know that they are going to cut him eventually anyway they aren't going to give up a draft pick like that for him.
agreed. Holt is a VERY old 32... i cant imagine he'll get much playing time anywhere he goes, unless its Tennessee or Miami.
I disagree on that last note. Holt may not have his great deep speed but he still has great hands and impeccable route running. I think he would make an excellent #2 WR on any team in the league. If he lands in the right spot, 1000+ yards and 6+ TDs is very realistic.
mattb47 wrote: Yea, if all these teams know that they are going to cut him eventually anyway they aren't going to give up a draft pick like that for him.
agreed. Holt is a VERY old 32... i cant imagine he'll get much playing time anywhere he goes, unless its Tennessee or Miami.
I disagree on that last note. Holt may not have his great deep speed but he still has great hands and impeccable route running. I think he would make an excellent #2 WR on any team in the league. If he lands in the right spot, 1000+ yards and 6+ TDs is very realistic.
I agree...I wasn't insinuating that he can't be productive when I was stating that, it was more about the fact that teams just won't trade for him and give up a draft pick if they can sign him instead once he gets released. He'll find a good home somewhere and he's easily still a #2 WR on most teams...I wonder if we could see him somewhere like Indianapolis? His crisp route running in that offense would be a perfect fit if he's willing to not get a huge contract.
Tennessee seems like a very logical landing spot for him. A veteran receiver in Hold with a veteran QB in Collins would mean a short learning curve, and high productivity within a few games into the season.
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