Wade reworks contract
September 3rd, 2009 – 9:24 PM by Judd ZulgadAlthough there has been speculation that Bobby Wade’s roster spot with the Vikings might be in jeopardy that almost certainly isn’t the case.
That’s because, according to people with knowledge of the situation, the veteran wide receiver has agreed to restructure the five-year, $15 million contract he signed in March 2007. Instead of earning $3 million this season, Wade is believed to have come to an agreement to make somewhere in the neighborhood of $1.5 million in 2009.
Wade has led the Vikings in receptions each of the past two seasons but his primary role as the Vikings’ slot receiver is going to be impacted in a big way by the arrival of rookie Percy Harvin. It’s very possible that if Wade had refused to rework his contract he could have been let go on Saturday as the Vikings cut their roster to the regular-season limit of 53 players.
Wade, entering his seventh season, provides a veteran presence among a mostly young group of receivers that stands to include Bernard Berrian (sixth year), Sidney Rice (third year), Harvin, Jaymar Johnson (first year) and Darius Reynaud (second year). Wade likely will find himself lining up outside this season far more than he did in his first two years with the Vikings.
Wade also provides insurance in case anything happens to Harvin. Harvin is a dynamic offensive talent but one concern about him coming out of college was his ability to stay healthy.
21 Responses to "Wade reworks contract"
… and he promises to watch his tongue a little more.
Good update, Judd. Thanks. Wade can surely play an important role - his experience will come in handy.
Keeping Wade is a good idea, especially since it wont cost as much. Smart move by Bobby.
Oh and coach, I wasnt here today. I heard it got a little out of hand. You can rest assured that I would never be a part of such behavior.
Coach, Tomb also told Who says: I says: what a tw@t is. I didn’t type the real word even though I could have.
Yes, I appreciate your fine example here on the AV, c.cart. Of course, you would have never participated in such blogging. I’m just sorry you had to even hear of some of what went on here today!
I know, home, I will deal with that young man the next time he logs on. How many times have I preached against the effects of kool aid on a bloggers judgement? But oh no, we had to find out the hard way!
I like Wade, always have. Just a real good worker bee, just doing his job, with flashes of brilliants.
He’s titsMcGruder, he is.
[…] Judd Zulgad (Star Tribune) reports Minnesota Vikings’ receiver Bobby Wade and the team agreed to a restructure his contract. Wade is expected to earn $1.5 million in 2009, rather than his scheduled salary $3 million. […]
Judd & Chip - agree with your 53 picks with one notable exception…unless we can get decent trade value for T-Jax (or Sage…I still say that’s a possibility), I think we’ll keep 4 QBs and drop a DB, either Paymah or Sanford.
I for one am very happy I grabbed rod and reel this afternoon in search of slab crappie on the mighty Mississippi today…(having some success)…Rather than incur the wrath of Coach for using such naughty terminology on the blog today…
Even though I am sure that Tomb finding new words to play with on the blog was somewhat titillating at the time…: )
naughty ~ NAUGHTY….Tomb !!
I bleed said titillating.
Oh oh ~ I think I used the wrong verbiage on that last post ??
Sorry Coach…I going to send myself to bed early for that one !!…
Go Vikes !!!
I bleed also said Rod . .
Coach - let me just say, Tomb actually saved AV from becoming a very negative place to be today. You could almost feel the tension. You see, it was actually Bucky who was whining about something then he got sorta crabby n stuff. Then there was a Markie post reference and it got all crazy - Anyway Tomb lightened up the mood thats all. Hope this clears things up for ya.
people to blame - Bucky, Tomb, Tits McGruder
Go Vikings!!! ….. don’t get hurt tomorrow (Friday for you Mainlanders)
Golly Gee, I missed all the fun.
aw lighten up coach, we were just trying to lighten up the situation around here after a certain ex punter with the tendency to do a bit of shanking came in and raised the hostility level
Anybody seen Boobie Clark?
Jared, guess that is why he is the coach. gotta keep us troops under control. Uh, you dont think coach is gonna cut any of us do ya?
Do you think we might make some extra cuts so we can pick up some ex-Eagles from the waiver wire? I think we have done that every year with Chili.
This is a good move for Wade. I know he doesn’t want to leave a high-caliber team and risk going to some team like the Lions or the Rams. A championship is worth getting a pay cut.
Please don’t cut me Coach !!!
I bleed easily…But when I do bleed…
I Bleed Purple !!!
Go Vikes !!!
We get to see some more football tonight !!….
And I thought the Puckers looked like crap last night…They finally played against a good defense…I can’t wait until they play ours !!…: )
[…] Bobby Wade has ducked the axe and will remain a Viking. The receiver reportedly agreed to slash his 2009 salary from $3 million to $1.5 million, making it easier for the Vikings to justify retaining him. […]
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