NFL Preseason: Nnamdi Asomugha and 10 Offseason Moves Making the Biggest Impact

Nnamdi Asomugha was arguably the biggest offseason acquisition by the Miami Heat..sorry, Philadelphia Eagles.

Asomugha played only one side of the field in Oakland, which translated to "Planet Aso" in Philly. His ability to shut down the right side of the field has forced teams to change their game plan and aim at the other corners. 

Nnamdi has made the biggest impact on his team so far this season. Looking forward are 10 other offseason moves that are making the biggest impact for their individual teams in no particular order.

Kevin Kolb

If we are talking about offseason "moves," we have to include the trade that sent quarterback Kevin Kolb to the Arizona Cardinals for Dominque Rodgers-Cromartie. 

Kevin Kolb gives the Cardinals a legitimate starting quarterback and someone to throw to perennial All Pro, Larry Fitzgerald.

The former Eagles starter was four of seven for 68 yards in his debut with the Cardinals, including a helmet catch by Fitzgerald against the Raiders. Kolb was six of 11 for 80 yards in his second performance for the Cardinals Friday night.

For him to come in as a starting quarterback in a town that does not boo Santa, Kolb will feel less pressure as a second-year starter 

Dominique Rodgers-Cromartie

Dominique Rodger-Cromartie was the piece going to Philadelphia in the Kolb-to-Arizona deal.

Rodgers-Cromartie spent his first three seasons with Cardinals before moving into a tough situation with the Eagles. DRC was the No. 1 corner in Arizona during his time there, but will play as the second corner behind Nnamdi Asomugha.

Nnamdi will most likely shut down the right side, with Rodgers-Cromartie playing on the left and most likely defending the opposite's No. 1 receiver. Rodgers-Cromartie has three total tackles in his first two preseason games as a member of the Eagles, including getting beaten multiple times in their shellacking by the Pittsburgh Steelers Thursday night. 

Reggie Bush

Reggie Bush was a dynamic, but often injured, playmaker in New Orleans.

The Saints moved Bush to Miami after they signed Darren Sproles and as the Dolphins let Ronnie Brown and Ricky Williams walk in free agency.

In his first game with the Dolphins, Bush rushed eight times for 48 yards and topped it off with three receptions for 33 yards.

If Bush can stay healthy and continue to produce, the Dolphins could have the back the Saints thought they were drafting in 2006. 

Matt Hasselbeck

Matt Hasselbeck is entering his first season as a member of the Tennessee Titans.

The current starting quarterback of the Titans, and mentor of future starter Jake Locker, completed five of six passes for 55 yards in his first preseason game.

Hasselbeck is coming off a 12 touchdown and 17 interception season, but will provide stability to a position the team has lacked that quality in since the Steve McNair days.

Kevin Boss

After four seasons with the New York Giants, Kevin Boss bolted for the Bay Area.

Boss took over Zach Miller's spot at starting tight end in the Oakland offense.

Boss's run blocking might not be at the par of Zach Miller's, but Boss caught 119 balls for 1,600 yards and 18 touchdowns. Boss will step in immediately as a solid replacement with Jason Campbell and Darren McFadden behind him. 

Zach Miller

In four seasons as the star tight end of the Oakland Raiders, Zach Miller had over 2,000 yards and 12 touchdowns in a struggling offense. 

Miller now steps into a situation with a young quarterback and an All Pro wide receiver.

The standout tight end will provide solid run blocking and receiving, but also reliability in Pete Carroll's offense. 

Sidney Rice

Sidney Rice left the Minnesota Vikings to rejoin former teammate Tavaris Jackson in Seattle.

Rice played his first four season in Minnesota, missing much of last season before returning for the last six games.

The dynamic receiver collected over 2,000 yards receiving and 18 touchdowns over his tenure in Minnesota. He has yet to take the field for Seattle, but will without a doubt be a downfield threat for Jackson.

Logan Mankins

The left guard will be with the Patriots for the next six seasons, protecting Tom Brady's blindside and opening lanes for the Law Firm, or whoever else might be running through the lanes.

Mankins was a distraction early on, refusing to sign his franchise tender, but signed a long-term deal to stay with the Pats.

Mankins started nine games for New England last season and started the second preseason game after missing the first this season.

Greg Olsen

Another tight end makes the list, as Greg Olsen bolted to Carolina to join Cam Newton in his first season as a professional.

Olsen was a legitimate target in his four seasons as a Chicago Bear, but will provide a safety blanket for Newton in his first season.

Olsen had three catches for 58 yards and a touchdown in his first preseason game as a Panther, but only caught two passes for 19 yards in his second performance.

Donovan McNabb

Donovan McNabb is another veteran quarterback stepping into a mentoring position.

McNabb is probably in the best spot for a veteran quarterback, almost unquestionably the starting quarterback in Minnesota. The Vikings now have a veteran signal caller to pair with Adrian Peterson instead of a rookie quarterback with no knowledge of the offense.

In his 13th season as a pro, McNabb will step into yet another new offense after spending the last season with the Washington Redskins. 

In his first preseason game, McNabb completed six out of 11 passes for 40 yards.

Conclusion

Without a doubt, Michael Koenen was the biggest offseason acquisition. Six years, $19.5 million for a punter. Absolutely ridiculous.

Seriously, though, thanks for reading.

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