Let me put it this way: Adam Schefter has never had a busier week in his life. We are in the middle of baseball, tennis and golf season, among many others. But after the NFL lockout was lifted, the sports world has been all about football. Trade after free agent signing after release, sites like ESPN.com and Twitter have been in high-gear since the NFL returned to life on Monday. One of the first notable trades was Donovan McNabb to the Vikings, but I feel like every month there's a rumor of McNabb going to Minnesota. Albert Haynesworth was shipped to New England, which should definitely help the Pats on the defensive line. I think he's still got something left in the tank, even though he's been an empty tank since he reached Washington. Also, a trade I like that's kind of under the radar is Greg Olsen to the Panthers. This is great news for Cam Newton, as it is always helpful for a young quarterback to have a solid tight end. However, a few recent trades really caught my eye.
Chad Ochocinco to the Patriots
When I first heard this news, I was absolutely shocked. I did not see it coming at all, but the more I think about it, the more it makes sense. The Bengals are trying to go young, drafting AJ Green and Andy Dalton. It was manifest that the Ochocinco-Palmer era was over, especially with Carson Palmer claiming that he's done, and the Bengals were smart in realizing that and moving on. Ochocinco can definitely still contribute and it will surely help having Tom Brady, a guy he has publicly admired for a long time, throwing balls to him. This is Ochocinco's first title-contending team, and I think that will also motivate him greatly. I like this trade for Bill Belichick and New England.
Kevin Kolb to the Cardinals for Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie
One of the trades that had been speculated about for many months, Kolb-to-Arizona is finally complete. This was one of the trades that I think worked out great for both teams. The Cardinals got a quarterback, something they've needed since their trip to the Super Bowl, and the Eagles now have a compliment to Asante Samuel as well as another second-round pick. As of right now, the Cardinals can contend for the NFC West once again, while the Eagles are hoping to improve from last year's 19th-ranked passing defense. I'm happy the Eagles made the deal and brought in Rodgers-Cromartie and a second round pick. Kolb's performance is the only thing left that will weigh who got the better end of the deal.
Reggie Bush to the Dolphins
Remember when Mario Williams was drafted #1 in the 2006 NFL Draft and everyone booed the Texans for making such an "awful" pick? Mario Williams is already a two-time Pro Bowler and two-time All-Pro, while Bush had fewer total yards in his last three seasons than he did in his sophomore year at USC. Bush does have a Super Bowl ring, but it most certainly was not because of him. Maybe it just wasn't a good fit. Maybe the USC Reggie Bush will come back to life in Miami. We'll just have to wait and see. The Saints have replaced him with Darren Sproles as they try getting back to the Super Bowl, while Bush gets a second chance at greatness in South Beach.
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