Trade with Raiders - Lynn Bowden

Galantforum_veteranOP

Sep 5, 2020, 04:35 PM

Sources: The #Raiders are trading RB/returner Lynn Bowden Jr and a 6th rounder to the #Dolphins in exchange for a 4th round pick, the same pick Miami just got from Vegas. The versatile Bowden was a third-rounder this year.
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 5, 2020

Put it all together and it looks like this:
— #Dolphins receive Lynn Bowden Jr and a 6th rounder.
— #Raiders receive Raekwon McMillan and a 5th rounder. https://t.co/x6kMRumlgu
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 5, 2020

Lynn Bowden Jr. has been traded to the Miami Dolphins, per @RapSheet

The only player in the country to average 8.0+ yards per carry last season pic.twitter.com/OCQCF7T4sw
— PFF College (@PFF_College) September 5, 2020

Per source, Dolphins think Lynn Bowden has upside as a WR. Raiders were using him as RB. Trade confirmed, per source.
— Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) September 5, 2020

New Dolphins offensive weapon Lynn Bowden won the Paul Hornung Award for most versatile player in college football in 2019. He was 1 of 5 players in the last 10 seasons to lead his team in rushing yards and receiving yards.
— Cameron Wolfe (@CameronWolfe) September 5, 2020

"Although we are capable of great acts of kindness, history teaches us that we sometimes need saving from ourselves – from our recklessness or our greed. God sent into the world a unique person – neither a philosopher nor a general, important though they are, but a Saviour, with the power to forgive... It is my prayer that on this Christmas day we might all find room in our lives for the message of the angels and for the love of God through Christ our Lord." (Christmas message, 2011)

Galantforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 04:36 PM

Lynn Bowden is one of the most fun players to watch, and now he’ll be doing a variety of things in Miami. Meanwhile, the #Raiders get back the 4th rounder they originally dealt in the Raekwon McMillan deal. https://t.co/x6kMRumlgu
— Ian Rapoport (@RapSheet) September 5, 2020

If you’re curious to know who Lynn Bowden Jr is, let me introduce him:

He is extremely versatile as a Wildcat qb out of the backfield, a wide receiver, and a punt returner just to name a few positions he’s had. #MiamiDolphins #FinsUp pic.twitter.com/Rh0DOP1eEW
— Big E (@ian693) September 5, 2020

Readers of Sports Illustrated's Raider Maven knew that Lynn Bowden had struggled in pass blocking. A jack-of-all-trades but master of none this was a good move by Mike Mayock and the organization.
— Hondo Carpenter (@HondoCarpenter) September 5, 2020

Lynn Bowden Jr: Highest rushing grade by a non-RB in the entire nation last season pic.twitter.com/p9g6BFZlkI
— PFF College (@PFF_College) September 5, 2020

The more camp unfolded, the more you sensed the @Raiders uneasiness about Lynn Bowden as the backup to Josh Jacobs. including OC Greg Olson talking yesterday about the difficult transition going from college WR/QB to NFL RB
— Vincent Bonsignore (@VinnyBonsignore) September 5, 2020

"Although we are capable of great acts of kindness, history teaches us that we sometimes need saving from ourselves – from our recklessness or our greed. God sent into the world a unique person – neither a philosopher nor a general, important though they are, but a Saviour, with the power to forgive... It is my prayer that on this Christmas day we might all find room in our lives for the message of the angels and for the love of God through Christ our Lord." (Christmas message, 2011)

Galantforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 04:37 PM

Dolphins now have the QBs who led NCAA in third-down rushing yards last season (Malcolm Perry, Lynn Bowden Jr.). Our pre-draft story on what Dolphins are getting in new addition Bowden: https://t.co/0FIAlgPWD7
— Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) September 5, 2020

Before trading 3rd rounder Lynn Bowden to Dolphins, Raiders OC Greg Olson saw him as changeup QB option. "You see the game changing from year to year, the use of the RPOs and use of the Taysom Hills, those type...that played the RPO-style offense in college they become valuable."
— Armando Salguero (@ArmandoSalguero) September 5, 2020

Details on the Dolphins trade for offensive weapon Lynn Bowden. Our Raiders reporter @PGutierrezESPN says Bowden had a rough camp in Vegas converting to RB. Miami seems willing to give him a shot at WR. He could find a home in the slot.

Story: https://t.co/1UVIo7gdW9
— Cameron Wolfe (@CameronWolfe) September 5, 2020

As it turns out, Dolphins ended up with 7 of the top 80 picks in April's NFL Draft: Tua, Jackson, Igbinoghene, Hunt, Raekwon Davis, Brandon Jones, Lynn Bowden Jr. And will have at least 4 of top 64 next April.
— Barry Jackson (@flasportsbuzz) September 5, 2020

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— Lynn Bowden Jr (@LynnBowden_1) September 5, 2020

"Although we are capable of great acts of kindness, history teaches us that we sometimes need saving from ourselves – from our recklessness or our greed. God sent into the world a unique person – neither a philosopher nor a general, important though they are, but a Saviour, with the power to forgive... It is my prayer that on this Christmas day we might all find room in our lives for the message of the angels and for the love of God through Christ our Lord." (Christmas message, 2011)

Galantforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 04:40 PM

The Dolphins should be a much better fit for Lynn Bowden, Jr. than the Raiders. Bowden can now move back to wide receiver where he’ll be a nice complement to DeVante Parker and Preston Williams, plus provide the Miami offense with a much-needed playmaking dimension.
— Draft Countdown (@DraftCountdown) September 5, 2020

Lynn Bowden Jr. is a dangerous human being on the football field. #finsup pic.twitter.com/9b1E8PR0GN
— Reason (@the_real_reason) September 5, 2020

Absolutely love the Lynn Bowden trade! Are the Raiders nuts? What a valuable player to have on their gameday 45 as a WR, RB, KR, and emergency QB.
— BrianCatNFL (@BrianCatNFL) September 5, 2020

The #Dolphins are trading a 4th round pick to the Raiders for Lynn Bowden Jr https://t.co/3Mol7RUc92
— Via the Source (@ViatheSource) September 5, 2020

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"Although we are capable of great acts of kindness, history teaches us that we sometimes need saving from ourselves – from our recklessness or our greed. God sent into the world a unique person – neither a philosopher nor a general, important though they are, but a Saviour, with the power to forgive... It is my prayer that on this Christmas day we might all find room in our lives for the message of the angels and for the love of God through Christ our Lord." (Christmas message, 2011)

Galantforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 04:40 PM

I did not expect to write this headline today....

Former Wildcat Lynn Bowden has been traded to the Miami Dolphins before ever playing a snap for the Las Vegas Raiders. https://t.co/lRLpdyvGkr
— Aaron Gershon (@agershon99) September 5, 2020

"Although we are capable of great acts of kindness, history teaches us that we sometimes need saving from ourselves – from our recklessness or our greed. God sent into the world a unique person – neither a philosopher nor a general, important though they are, but a Saviour, with the power to forgive... It is my prayer that on this Christmas day we might all find room in our lives for the message of the angels and for the love of God through Christ our Lord." (Christmas message, 2011)

Hooligansubscriber

Sep 5, 2020, 04:48 PM

It's strange that the Raiders couldn't figure out how to properly utilize someone that athletic.

FPFphinFantasticforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 05:09 PM

I loved the pick for the raiders and am beside myself that he is a dolphin. This guy is a true H back. Can kill you in the slot can take it out of the backfield can chuck it. AWESOME!

Tin Indianforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 05:15 PM

I like the add. I don't understand why the Raiders wanted to make a RB out of him. Sure you can use him there but the guy is better suited to Receiver. His versatility is impressive.

Not My Circus, Not My Monkeys.

gilv13forum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 05:19 PM

if it means Preston Williams doesn't field another return, then i am all for this trade.

The Guyforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 05:20 PM

I'm looking forward to seeing the following package of skilled position players:

QB: Tua
RB: Matt Brieda
WR: Malcolm Perry
WR: Jakeem Grant
WR: Kirk Merritt
WR: Lynn Bowden

Tua throws a bubble lateral to Perry, who throws a lateral across the field to Bowden, who hits Jakeem Grant on a bomb. :chuckle:

Galantforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 05:21 PM

Bowden had a PFF rushing grade of 87.2 in 2019 -- the highest in college football for non-RBs. He also force 0.3 missed tackles per rush, higher than most RBs in NCAA. As a WR in 2018 he averaged 7.7 yards after the catch and forced 17 missed tackles on 67 receptions. https://t.co/3k7yZjfRVZ
— Travis Wingfield (@WingfieldNFL) September 5, 2020

"Although we are capable of great acts of kindness, history teaches us that we sometimes need saving from ourselves – from our recklessness or our greed. God sent into the world a unique person – neither a philosopher nor a general, important though they are, but a Saviour, with the power to forgive... It is my prayer that on this Christmas day we might all find room in our lives for the message of the angels and for the love of God through Christ our Lord." (Christmas message, 2011)

The Guyforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 05:23 PM

"The Guy wrote:
I'm looking forward to seeing the following package of skilled position players:
QB: Tua
RB: Matt Brieda
WR: Malcolm Perry
WR: Jakeem Grant
WR: Kirk Merritt
WR: Lynn Bowden
Tua throws a bubble lateral to Perry, who throws a lateral across the field to Bowden, who hits Jakeem Grant on a bomb. :chuckle:

Apparently this guy thought of something similar:

KeyFinforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 06:13 PM

Sounds like a great last-minute addition to the team- his highlight reel is certainly electrifying. I can't understand the Raiders cutting him unless there's something non-football related or just bad work habits. Time will tell.

It's kind of interesting how many premium RB's hit free agency today and didn't get pickup up over this kid. So hopefully he's something special.

Winning football games at any level comes down to winning in the trenches.

Galantforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 06:36 PM

"KeyFin wrote:
Sounds like a great last-minute addition to the team- his highlight reel is certainly electrifying. I can't understand the Raiders cutting him unless there's something non-football related or just bad work habits. Time will tell.
It's kind of interesting how many premium RB's hit free agency today and didn't get pickup up over this kid. So hopefully he's something special.

Seems to be that the Raiders were trying to make him work at RB, but his position has been QB/WR.

"Although we are capable of great acts of kindness, history teaches us that we sometimes need saving from ourselves – from our recklessness or our greed. God sent into the world a unique person – neither a philosopher nor a general, important though they are, but a Saviour, with the power to forgive... It is my prayer that on this Christmas day we might all find room in our lives for the message of the angels and for the love of God through Christ our Lord." (Christmas message, 2011)

Vertical Limitforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 06:43 PM

He can also be our third string qb once he gets a handle of the playbook.. we are gonna use him primarily for special teams and wr.. but if an emergency comes up, hes got enough experience behind the center

OwesOwn614forum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 07:34 PM

Wow. If this breaks right, I can see a lineup featuring Bowden and Perry resulting in a few burned timeouts.

TItirty8forum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 07:43 PM

Ooooh... This is exciting! I absolutely love having a guy with this much athleticism on the roster.

Raiders saw him as a RB. Honestly, people on here are saying WR. I say, let's see him as an athlete. Let's be creative with him. Get the guy involved in all facets of the game.

KeyFinforum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 07:49 PM

"OwesOwn614 wrote:
Wow. If this breaks right, I can see a lineup featuring Bowden and Perry resulting in a few burned timeouts.

Can you imagine them lining up in a wing-T formation and the QB rotates out to receiver? LOL! I bet they'll have a few really fun schemes for those two and we might even see a pass or two out of it.

Winning football games at any level comes down to winning in the trenches.

OwesOwn614forum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 07:49 PM

Hmm... Wonder if this was in the works and factored when the decision was made to cut Rosen? We now have Perry AND Bowden who can play QB in a pinch (even though we're toast if we lost both Fitz AND Tua).

OwesOwn614forum_veteran

Sep 5, 2020, 09:53 PM

"KeyFin wrote:
Can you imagine them lining up in a wing-T formation and the QB rotates out to receiver? LOL! I bet they'll have a few really fun schemes for those two and we might even see a pass or two out of it.

Man, most teams are lucky to have one good coverage LB. Put Bowden and Perry in the backfield and split them wide. They both need seasoning but if they can figure out their routes, teams will play dime constantly. I think I like our chances in that situation.

AGAGuyNamedAlexforum_veteran

Sep 6, 2020, 05:36 AM

Great, someone who is physically talented but absolutely useless on a football field.

More Madden trades. Screw this team.

Noone with a brain can justify this trade. If you like it, dont even quote or speak to me. Your opinion has no value.

Phin McCoolforum_veteran

Sep 6, 2020, 07:18 AM

"AGuyNamedAlex wrote:
Great, someone who is physically talented but absolutely useless on a football field.
More Madden trades. Screw this team.
Noone with a brain can justify this trade. If you like it, dont even quote or speak to me. Your opinion has no value.

C'mon Alex, get off the fence. Is it a yay or a nay then?

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TheHighExhaultedforum_veteran

Sep 6, 2020, 07:45 AM

"AGuyNamedAlex wrote:
Great, someone who is physically talented but absolutely useless on a football field.
More Madden trades. Screw this team.
Noone with a brain can justify this trade. If you like it, dont even quote or speak to me. Your opinion has no value.

Exactly.

And a big LOL to the guys saying "OH IMAGINE THEM ALL ON THE FIELD AND THEY DO A TRIPLE FLEA FLICKER REVERSE FAKE PASS OPTION RUN INTO A FAKE PUNT BACKWARDS PASS ZIG ZAG STATUE OF LIBERTY PLAY OMG OMG OMG!"

KeyFinforum_veteran

Sep 6, 2020, 09:03 AM

"TheHighExhaulted wrote:
Exactly.
And a big LOL to the guys saying "OH IMAGINE THEM ALL ON THE FIELD AND THEY DO A TRIPLE FLEA FLICKER REVERSE FAKE PASS OPTION RUN INTO A FAKE PUNT BACKWARDS PASS ZIG ZAG STATUE OF LIBERTY PLAY OMG OMG OMG!"

LMAO, I did sort of say that...but we've also won some games with that crap in recent years. So for the scrooges here, I officially apologize for showing any type of optimism for a talented kid who may or may not pan out.

Winning football games at any level comes down to winning in the trenches.

Silverphinforum_veteran

Sep 6, 2020, 10:11 AM

"AGuyNamedAlex wrote:
Great, someone who is physically talented but absolutely useless on a football field.

...I don't see how anyone can say that when we haven't even seen him a pro game, but okay.