NFL: Nnamdi Asomugha contract voided, Now Free Agent

Pro Bowl cornerback Nnamdi Asomugha's contract voided and he will be allowed to become a free agent without the Oakland Raiders being able to use their franchise tag on him, according to an NFL Players Association document.

Asomugha's deal included a little-known clause that said his contract would void if he didn't achieve his not-likely-to-be-earned incentives in 2010 -- and he didn''t.

His contract also contained a stipulation that if he didn't achieve his incentives, the Raiders would agree not to designate him their franchise or transition player.

To achieve his incentives, Asomugha had to play in a greater number of defensive plays in 2010 than he did in 2009, and this season Asomugha played in only 14 games whereas he played in all 16 in 2009.

He also could have achieved his incentives by improving upon on his interceptions, fumble recoveries or sacks this season -- but he didn't have any interceptions, fumble recoveries or sacks this season.

He will be the top defensive player available whenever free agency begins.

SOURCE: ESPN by Adam Shefter

What are your thoughts that arguably the best defensive back in the NFL will now become a free agent? Let the speculation begin, where will he sign?

The Jets don't care about this guy... the secondary is very solid as it is.

They will 100% be going after PASS RUSHERS in the draft and FA market. If they had a natural pass rush from the front 4/D line they would/could be scary.

Vikings need a big help in the secondary.

Raiders need to fire whatever dumbass it was who inserted that clause.

After what happened this season the Redskins could really use him.

It will be a national disaster if he goes to the Eagles. I would love him on the Cowboys, but if that can't happen go to any other team except the Eagles. With Asomugha, the Eagles defense would be pretty intimidating and would probably propel them to the Super Bowl, that can't happen.LoseEagles1245

[QUOTE="LoseEagles1245"]It will be a national disaster if he goes to the Eagles. I would love him on the Cowboys, but if that can't happen go to any other team except the Eagles. With Asomugha, the Eagles defense would be pretty intimidating and would probably propel them to the Super Bowl, that can't happen.No_Hablo_Ingles

[QUOTE="No_Hablo_Ingles"][QUOTE="LoseEagles1245"]It will be a national disaster if he goes to the Eagles. I would love him on the Cowboys, but if that can't happen go to any other team except the Eagles. With Asomugha, the Eagles defense would be pretty intimidating and would probably propel them to the Super Bowl, that can't happen.LoseEagles1245

[QUOTE="LoseEagles1245"]It will be a national disaster if he goes to the Eagles. I would love him on the Cowboys, but if that can't happen go to any other team except the Eagles. With Asomugha, the Eagles defense would be pretty intimidating and would probably propel them to the Super Bowl, that can't happen.No_Hablo_Ingles

[QUOTE="No_Hablo_Ingles"][QUOTE="LoseEagles1245"]It will be a national disaster if he goes to the Eagles. I would love him on the Cowboys, but if that can't happen go to any other team except the Eagles. With Asomugha, the Eagles defense would be pretty intimidating and would probably propel them to the Super Bowl, that can't happen.Spellingiscool

Raiders need to fire whatever dumbass it was who inserted that clause.

Oleg_Huzwog

Raiders need to fire whatever dumbass it was who inserted that clause.

Oleg_Huzwog

unfortunately they can't fire the owner

E-A-G-L-E-S!

A team that absolutely needs him is Houston. But he would be welcomed in Dallas, too :P With Newman getting older, and Jenkins playing like a inconsistant turd. IDK

So both Champ and Nnamdi are free agents huh, interesting.

Well what the Jets need are safeties...but I would love for them to have Revis AND Asomugha. And let Cromartie go or have him play the nickel.

And Al Davis wonders why even the fans dont like him. We still could have had a fine year with Cable being fired, but now the pass defense is going to be worse off. Way to go you loser. Whenever the Raiders come close to being a contender Al Davis decides he wants to be a loser, force this idiot out. I dont care whose fault this is, Al should have stopped it and kept him!M55M

[QUOTE="M55M"]And Al Davis wonders why even the fans dont like him. We still could have had a fine year with Cable being fired, but now the pass defense is going to be worse off. Way to go you loser. Whenever the Raiders come close to being a contender Al Davis decides he wants to be a loser, force this idiot out. I dont care whose fault this is, Al should have stopped it and kept him!No_Hablo_Ingles

[QUOTE="No_Hablo_Ingles"][QUOTE="M55M"]And Al Davis wonders why even the fans dont like him. We still could have had a fine year with Cable being fired, but now the pass defense is going to be worse off. Way to go you loser. Whenever the Raiders come close to being a contender Al Davis decides he wants to be a loser, force this idiot out. I dont care whose fault this is, Al should have stopped it and kept him!M55M

[QUOTE="M55M"][QUOTE="No_Hablo_Ingles"] I thought you were going to put a positive spin on this...No_Hablo_Ingles

The Jags need major help in the pass defense department. I can only wish they sign him. Doubtful though.

The Jags need major help in the pass defense department. I can only wish they sign him. Doubtful though.

yokofox33

It's a real shame. The Raiders looked like they were getting somewhere, now it looks like they are blowing up the team again.

And Al Davis wonders why even the fans dont like him. We still could have had a fine year with Cable being fired, but now the pass defense is going to be worse off. Way to go you loser. Whenever the Raiders come close to being a contender Al Davis decides he wants to be a loser, force this idiot out. I dont care whose fault this is, Al should have stopped it and kept him!M55M

Nnamdi wearing Giants blue. :shock:

A guy can dream...

Rofl, even if you wanted to, how could you be a Raider fan?X360PS3AMD05

What a terrible contract. "Wha? I don't need a real GM, I'm Al Davis!" Just when you thought the Raiders franchise couldn't possibly screw up anymore than they already have.:lol:

Nnamdi wearing Giants blue. :shock:

A guy can dream...

SaintBlaze

Sorry, I just couldn't resist. :P

SaintBlaze

[QUOTE="SaintBlaze"]

Nnamdi wearing Giants blue. :shock:

A guy can dream...

No_Hablo_Ingles

Sorry, I just couldn't resist. :P

SaintBlaze

Touche. :(

Unless he doesn't want to be a Raider anymore he will be a Raider again. I doubt very much anyone will be able to outbid the Raiders, or even be willing to.i5750at4Ghz

[QUOTE="X360PS3AMD05"]Rofl, even if you wanted to, how could you be a Raider fan?andyboiii

The Jags need major help in the pass defense department. I can only wish they sign him. Doubtful though.

yokofox33

If somehow he goes to the Patriots I will be so happy and believe will make that defense elite. He has the right attitude to fit the system and would be a great mentor for an already great Devin McCourty.Mister__Awesome

[QUOTE="X360PS3AMD05"]Rofl, even if you wanted to, how could you be a Raider fan?andyboiii

[QUOTE="Mister__Awesome"]If somehow he goes to the Patriots I will be so happy and believe will make that defense elite. He has the right attitude to fit the system and would be a great mentor for an already great Devin McCourty.jg4xchamp

[QUOTE="jg4xchamp"][QUOTE="Mister__Awesome"]If somehow he goes to the Patriots I will be so happy and believe will make that defense elite. He has the right attitude to fit the system and would be a great mentor for an already great Devin McCourty.Mister__Awesome

Let's go Niners! Everyone in the league needs/wants a shutdown corner. Let's see how it all pans out. But he would be a great addition to an alreadypretty good defense.