Law, Fabini are interesting possibilities for Dallas
By Connor Byrne ; 02/23/06
Of the players that the New York Jets released on Wednesday, two of them jump to mind as being stellar players: cornerback Ty Law and offensive right tackle Jason Fabini. Both are veterans who have been in the league for a long period of time, and the only reason they were released is because of the Jets' salary cap woes.
The two aforementioned big-name veterans are both terrific options for the Dallas Cowboys to take a look at. Already with a solid veteran core, the Cowboys' window of opportunity may be on its way to closing completely in the next two years. Head coach Bill Parcells' contract expires at the close of the 2007 season, and he is unlikely to continue with the Cowboys beyond that. Other than Parcells, quarterback Drew Bledsoe, wide receivers Terry Glenn and Keyshawn Johnson, offensive guards Larry Allen and Marco Rivera, defensive tackle La'Roi Glover, and cornerback Aaron Glenn are all into their 30s and on the brink of declination--if it hasn't started already for some of them.
At this point, it makes sense for the Cowboys to go for the gusto and sign two key veterans who could aid in their push for a Super Bowl title.
In 2005 Law managed to make the Pro Bowl in his first and only season with the New York Jets. He may have been the AFC's best cornerback as he intercepted 10 passes and made life miserable for opposing passing games. Law played his first two seasons of his career in 1995 and '96 under Parcells with the New England Patriots, and intercepted six passes, beginning his rise as one of the NFL's best cornerbacks. Not only that, but Law gained the utmost respect for Parcells and still swears by him to this day. A Law-Parcells reunion is a match made in heaven at this point. He would solidify an already well-rounded Cowboys secondary, and in a couple of years, would be able to make the transition to free safety. As a probable future Hall of Famer, the 32-year old Law would love to leave the league as he came in--with Parcells as his coach. Law would fancy nothing more than to aid in delivering a third Super Bowl title for Parcells.
The Cowboys' two starting corners at the moment are Terence Newman and Anthony Henry. Veteran Aaron Glenn is the nickel corner, but he would make for an impressive free safety next season. A secondary that would include Law, Newman and Henry rotating at the other starter and nickel position, Glenn at free safety, and Roy Williams at strong safety would be enough to scare any opposing offense. As a matter of fact, I would be willing to say that a secondary constructed of those players would be the NFL's best.
As for the other veteran ex-Jet now on the open market, right tackle Jason Fabini, he played for Parcells with the Jets from 1998-1999 and enjoyed a great deal of success. Fabini was a major part of what was a solid Jets offensive line all the way to 2004. Unfortunately for Fabini and the Jets, he was injured last season and appeared in only nine games. Still, at age 31, Fabini still has a good amount of football in him to offer. At 6'7, 304 pounds, Fabini is an imposing force who can swallow up opposing defensive linemen, which is something that Bledsoe could certainly use since he does not exactly possess Michael Vick, or even Kurt Warner speed.
No disrespect to incumbent right tackle Rob Petitti, but he is not on the same level as Fabini at this point. A rookie in 2005, Petitti did a decent job as a starter, but the Cowboys have an opportunity to make a significant upgrade by agreeing to terms with Fabini. With the reemergence of Flozell Adams at left tackle next season, the Cowboys would undoubtedly have one of the league's best, most respected lines.
As of right now, the Dallas Cowboys are an estimated $3 million under the salary cap. In order to accommodate Law and/or Fabini, they would have to restructure some contracts, and release some players. It can be done. With their window to a championship closing, the Cowboys need to make every effort to acquire the best players to win big. Obviously, owner Jerry Jones already knows that. Will he follow through on it this offseason? Only time will tell.
Of the players that the New York Jets released on Wednesday, two of them jump to mind as being stellar players: cornerback Ty Law and offensive right tackle Jason Fabini. Both are veterans who have been in the league for a long period of time, and the only reason they were released is because of the Jets' salary cap woes.
The two aforementioned big-name veterans are both terrific options for the Dallas Cowboys to take a look at. Already with a solid veteran core, the Cowboys' window of opportunity may be on its way to closing completely in the next two years. Head coach Bill Parcells' contract expires at the close of the 2007 season, and he is unlikely to continue with the Cowboys beyond that. Other than Parcells, quarterback Drew Bledsoe, wide receivers Terry Glenn and Keyshawn Johnson, offensive guards Larry Allen and Marco Rivera, defensive tackle La'Roi Glover, and cornerback Aaron Glenn are all into their 30s and on the brink of declination--if it hasn't started already for some of them.
At this point, it makes sense for the Cowboys to go for the gusto and sign two key veterans who could aid in their push for a Super Bowl title.
In 2005 Law managed to make the Pro Bowl in his first and only season with the New York Jets. He may have been the AFC's best cornerback as he intercepted 10 passes and made life miserable for opposing passing games. Law played his first two seasons of his career in 1995 and '96 under Parcells with the New England Patriots, and intercepted six passes, beginning his rise as one of the NFL's best cornerbacks. Not only that, but Law gained the utmost respect for Parcells and still swears by him to this day. A Law-Parcells reunion is a match made in heaven at this point. He would solidify an already well-rounded Cowboys secondary, and in a couple of years, would be able to make the transition to free safety. As a probable future Hall of Famer, the 32-year old Law would love to leave the league as he came in--with Parcells as his coach. Law would fancy nothing more than to aid in delivering a third Super Bowl title for Parcells.
The Cowboys' two starting corners at the moment are Terence Newman and Anthony Henry. Veteran Aaron Glenn is the nickel corner, but he would make for an impressive free safety next season. A secondary that would include Law, Newman and Henry rotating at the other starter and nickel position, Glenn at free safety, and Roy Williams at strong safety would be enough to scare any opposing offense. As a matter of fact, I would be willing to say that a secondary constructed of those players would be the NFL's best.
As for the other veteran ex-Jet now on the open market, right tackle Jason Fabini, he played for Parcells with the Jets from 1998-1999 and enjoyed a great deal of success. Fabini was a major part of what was a solid Jets offensive line all the way to 2004. Unfortunately for Fabini and the Jets, he was injured last season and appeared in only nine games. Still, at age 31, Fabini still has a good amount of football in him to offer. At 6'7, 304 pounds, Fabini is an imposing force who can swallow up opposing defensive linemen, which is something that Bledsoe could certainly use since he does not exactly possess Michael Vick, or even Kurt Warner speed.
No disrespect to incumbent right tackle Rob Petitti, but he is not on the same level as Fabini at this point. A rookie in 2005, Petitti did a decent job as a starter, but the Cowboys have an opportunity to make a significant upgrade by agreeing to terms with Fabini. With the reemergence of Flozell Adams at left tackle next season, the Cowboys would undoubtedly have one of the league's best, most respected lines.
As of right now, the Dallas Cowboys are an estimated $3 million under the salary cap. In order to accommodate Law and/or Fabini, they would have to restructure some contracts, and release some players. It can be done. With their window to a championship closing, the Cowboys need to make every effort to acquire the best players to win big. Obviously, owner Jerry Jones already knows that. Will he follow through on it this offseason? Only time will tell.
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