Marvin Harrison Finished in Indy
February 23, 2009 by David Kindervater
Filed under Indianapolis Colts
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Marvin Harrison can’t find common ground with the Indianapolis Colts, so he wants to be released by the team. The two sides were “trying” to restructure a deal, but there is no agreement — except to disagree. Colts president Bill Polian acknowledged yesterday that it’s a tricky situation, but I disagree. And Mr. Polian is probably just being respectful to one of the game’s all-time great receivers. I don’t think it’s tricky at all. As important as Marvin has been to the Colts over his 13 years there, his numbers have been declining (only 20 catches in an injury-plagued 2007 and 60 catches last season), he’s 36-years-old and he’s no longer a player they can afford to keep around — the Colts are looking at a $13.4 million salary cap hit if they keep him on the roster. Be serious. Plus his recent legal issues (and violent, psychotic behavior?) have certainly tarnished an otherwise exemplary image.
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I agree with you on the fact that Marvin Harrison is not anywhere close to his best now. However, I think, he still deserve a place in the team, specially after his long-standing service for Indianapolis Colts. I hope, Colts will be able to reach an agreement with Harrison.