2012 NFL Free Agents: Jerome Simpson and Players with Complex Signing Situations

April 7, 2012   ·   Brian Mazique   ·   Jump to comments

NFL GMs probably wish player acquisition was as easy in real life as it is in Madden. You don't have to worry about off-the-field issues. If there is a player with injury concerns, turn the injury sliders down and look—good as new.
Unfortunately, it doesn't work that way, and there are several factors that must be considered when signing free agents.
A few players have some major issues teams must consider before signing them.
Jerome Simpson's flip into the end zone was the play of the year and the single action he was most known for. That was until he gained infamy for attempting to flip marijuana. The free-agent WR will do 15 days in jail and likely face a suspension from the NFL upon his return.
There's no doubt about Simpson's athleticism; that was on full display this season—and famously on that play.
In 2011, he had 50 receptions for 725 yards and four TDs. He would certainly draw some attention as a second or third receiver. His jail sentence...

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