Adam Schefter of NFL Network is reporting (via PFT) that the Oakland Raiders have signed free agent defensive end Kalimba Edwards, formerly of the Detroit Lions.
Edwards has played in the NFL for six seasons, all with the Lions, and he's been maddeningly inconsistent. At his best he looks like one of the quickest edge pass rushers in football, and he's capable of occasionally making plays in which the opposing offensive lineman just looks silly. But he's not at his best all that often, which is why the Lions let him go.
Of course, the Lions, being the Lions, misjudged Edwards after his rookie contract expired and signed him to a four-year, $20 million contract extension two years ago. Last season Edwards opened the season as a starter, and coach Rod Marinelli said he thought Edwards had the talent to lead the league in sacks. But he was benched midway through the season and by the end of the year wasn't even active on game days. He finished the season with three sacks.
With the Raiders, Edwards has signed a two-year, $5 million deal. He should compete for a starting job in Oakland.
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Reader Comments ( Page 1 of 1)
1. This could be a good pick up for the Raiders. I hope it works out.
Posted at 9:46AM on Mar 28th 2008 by super bowl bets
2. It doesn't bold well for Raider Nation when they sign rejects from the worst team in the NFL for the last 5 Years. Glad we're rid of him in Motown.
Posted at 12:55PM on Mar 28th 2008 by Keith
3. Al Davis or the "OldMan" as I like to refer to him, is going out and filling all the holes in his "D" with veteran "FA"s....And Why???...So he can use the first pick and perhaps another low pick yet un-acquired to add spark to his "O"....And now just who do you suppose the "OldMan" is so excited about...I have 3 names for you...."D-Mac"..."Run-DMc"...."McFabulous"....
Posted at 2:16PM on Mar 28th 2008 by PantyRaider
4. I agree,this most definately means Al is after McFadden...
Posted at 2:26PM on Mar 28th 2008 by muse
5. A good pick-up. He has talent and came pretty cheap. If he works out, great. If not, then not much is lost.
Posted at 2:40PM on Mar 28th 2008 by spencer
6. Keith, how many times have the Raiders got players that many swore were out of their prime, were complete busts for previous teams, saved average players from crappy teams only to become a key contributer to the Raiders success?? Lincoln Kennedy ring a bell? Or as of late Rich Gannon? This could be a huge steal. Lets be realistic up until last year the Lions have sucked for the duration of his (Edwards) time with Detroit. Something tells me he busted a Randy Moss and only tried when he wanted to because, well... THE LIONS sucked. Spell him with Richardson here in Oakland. I think he will be a beneficial pick up.
Posted at 5:08PM on Mar 28th 2008 by eazyyy714
7. It doesn't matter. If the Lions found a cure for cancer, it would cause deadly side effects. They are beyond inept. A poisonous carbuncle on the forehead of Michigan. Oh if only the league could lance this evil boil, before Ford and Millen make their own loathsome squeeze play and send us yet another season of oozing puss for entertainment. Thankfully our mayor is going to provide entertainment this year, but still, the nightmare that is football in Detroit not only continues, but spreads to the west. Woe to those on the fault lines.
Posted at 10:09PM on Mar 28th 2008 by Steve
8. I agree with Spencer, why not give Edwards a second chance and see what happens. Its not like the Raiders signed him to a 4 yr 20 mil extension.
Posted at 4:16AM on Mar 29th 2008 by Rey
9. So Sorry Detroit....I guess we sent that "Viral Infection" your way with Matt Millan....We have infected the entire league....NFLPA....HollyWood...SportsNetworks....You name it and the "Raider Xs" are there....It's up to you to find an "O" to extinguish the "X"...
PantyRaider....HateMailer!!!
Posted at 3:07PM on Mar 29th 2008 by PantyRaider
10. For the love of little puppy poops!!! Can you come up with something new to write
Posted at 10:39PM on Mar 31st 2008 by Steve
11. With Kalimba joining the Raiders he will learn the meaning of Commitment To Excellence.
Posted at 1:30AM on Apr 1st 2008 by George B Vieto