Bucs Sign Derrick Ward

March 2, 2009 at 10:03 pm Leave a comment

According to NFL Network’s Adam Schefter, Tampa Bay has signed free agent running back Derrick Ward away from the Giants. The deal is for four years and worth $17 million. Ward will make $6 million in guarantees in the first year, $9.25 million over two years, and $13 million over three years. The Eagles had some interest in the former Giant, but were a little leary because of his age (28) and feel they could obtain a complimentary back to Westbrook in the draft. There will be value in the first three rounds and the Eagles should be able to find a quality back to replace Correll Buckhalter. Be patient Eagle fans. Help is on the way.