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2012 NFL Free Agent Quarterbacks

Found January 22, 2012 on 12th Man Rising:
PLAYERS: Drew Brees,  Alex Smith
TEAMS: New Orleans Saints,  San Francisco 49ers,  Seattle Seahawks

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It’s pretty obvious that Seahawks will be looking for an upgrade at QB this off-season, so I decided to make a list of every one that will be available via free agency. The Starters: Drew Brees There’s no way he’s going anywhere. He’ll re-sign with the Saints, or be given the franchise tag. He loves New Orleans, and they love him. Matt Flynn – You’ll be reading a lot more about Flynn in the coming weeks here on the blog. He’s a very realistic option and fits well into what the Seahawks are trying to do. Alex Smith – Smith is be returning to the niners. A long-term deal is already in the works that will pay him $8-10 mil per year. Smith really is not a special player, so the 49ers committing to him is a good thing for the Seahawks.  … [visit site to read more]
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