Zero2Cool
17 years ago

To hear Corey Williams tell it at his introductory press conference as a new member of the Cleveland Browns, the defensive lineman couldnt get away from the Green Bay Packers fast enough.

I wanted out of Green Bay, said Williams, whose trade to the Browns was officially announced today. Im glad Cleveland called me. I feel like Im wanted here. It feels like home to me, which Ive only been here one day. I already feel like Ive got the love that Ive been looking for and Im happy and excited about it.

Williams felt the love, as well as a swollen wallet after the Browns doled out a six-year, $38.6 million contract that included $16.3 million in guaranteed money.

That was exactly the kind of long-term commitment the Packers werent willing to make to Williams, a sixth-round draft choice in 2004. Defensive line is one of the Packers strongest positions in terms of depth, one reason they could afford to let Williams go.

The emergence of Johnny Jolly last season and the expected development of Justin Harrell, last years first-round draft choice, were prime reasons Williams became expendable.

When asked why he didnt want to play in Green Bay, Williams replied: Theres a bunch of different reasons. I dont care to talk about them. I just wanted out.

Not only did Williams receive a substantial raise, but he will likely see more playing time in Cleveland, where he is expected to start at end in the Browns 3-4 defensive alignment. In Green Bay, Williams was part of a rotation that sometimes went eight-deep.

Williams admitted he wasnt happy when the Packers placed a franchise tag on him last week, and he was thankful Cleveland was still interested. The Browns traded a second-round draft choice (No. 56 overall) to the Packers for Williams.

We wouldnt be able to draft a guy in the second round that can come in and do what Corey can do, said Browns Coach Romeo Crennel.

The Browns are left without a first-day draft choice this year. They traded their first-round pick for quarterback Brady Quinn last year, and their third-round selection was dealt to the Detroit Lions this weekend for defensive tackle Shaun Rogers.

The Packers, meanwhile, have three picks among the top 60 in what is considered a relatively deep draft.

Williams described himself to the Cleveland media as a hard worker who loves the game of football and couldnt be happier in Cleveland. As soon as I walked in the door I felt the love, he said. Walking through the door seeing smiles on peoples faces, that meant a lot. Being in the situation Im in now, Im really excited.

Moss speculation:

ESPN.com reported that unrestricted free agent wide receiver Randy Moss and the New England Patriots are far apart in contract talks. That has fueled speculation Moss will start shopping around, although no media outlet could confirm this. An NFL.com report said Moss frustration was growing and he might start taking free-agent visits and could end up in Green Bay with Brett Favre. The NFL Network suggested the Packers might pursue Moss as a way to persuade Favre to return for another season.


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Zero2Cool
17 years ago
Wanted out of GB eh?
BYE!
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markus
17 years ago
okay corey, thanks for that note...
even better we traded him
these statements made him even more expendable
good move
looking forward to the draft 😉
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Zero2Cool
16 years ago
I think with our DT situation and people thinking Ted made a mistake trading Williams away they should know Corey wanted out.
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bozz_2006
16 years ago
aside from that, he still couldn't have foreseen all the d-line injuries. people who want to hate on ted will always find a reason to hate on ted.
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Zero2Cool
16 years ago

aside from that, he still couldn't have foreseen all the d-line injuries. people who want to hate on ted will always find a reason to hate on ted.

"bozz_2006" wrote:

Very true. I think some people give Ted too much credit. They think because he might WANT a player than that means the player will be signed. Its just not that simple.
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Greg C.
16 years ago
As Williams suggests, there is probably more to this story than either side has ever admitted. Thompson never showed any real interest in resigning Williams. The Packer beat writers always hinted that management was concerned that he wouldn't work hard if he got a big contract. I don't think the writers would make something like that up out of thin air, and I don't think people in the organization would say anything like that (even anonymously) about a player whose character and work ethic were beyond question.

It will be interesting to see how Williams does for the Browns long-term. I'm not sure how he's playing so far this year.
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Rockmolder
16 years ago
Haven't seen any Browns games either, but looking at his stats, he's not getting at the QB this season. And he might be getting more tackles, but I asume he's on the field alot more aswell. (http://www.nfl.com/players/coreywilliams/profile?id=WIL204494)

And ye, like said before, it's a shame Ted Thompson traded him looking back now, but that's somewhat unfair. He can't possibly see into the future either. I remember that before the 2007 season, analysts thought the D-line could pretty much carry the entire defense. Like they somewhat did. It's been a big collapse. 😛
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16 years ago
Corey wanted out because of money. He was mad that GB didn't back up the truck and dump a load of cash on him like Cleveland did.
He didn't feel love in GB. That sounds like a Rod Tidwell A.K.A. Cuba Gooding Jr line.
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4PackGirl
16 years ago
the one thing i noticed about this interview is he would NOT disclose nor discuss his reasons for leaving GB - kudos to him for at least being a class act in that regard.
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