What Now for Chad Ochocinco?

Chad Johnson... Ochocinco... Whatever the hell he is calling himself these days...  Was released by the New England Patriots this afternoon.  He had an extraordinarily disappointing season, catching only 15 passes, with 1 touchdown and less than 300 yards receiving.  This would be bad anyway, but the fact that all this was with one of the best QBs in history throwing to him.  So, what can the formerly flamboyant wideout do now?

Odds are that Chad isn't going to retire just yet, nor should he.  I am pretty sure that, while he may have lost a step, he still has enough ability to be a solid complimentary receiver.  If he can get one or two more seasons in with a team, he can retire with a solid career, go into the booth, and provide us with hours of entertainment.  Just imagine him, Deion Sanders and Warren Sapp all together on NFL Network!

So, since he shouldn't retire just yet, what teams could use his services?  Here are my Top 5 destinations for #85.

1. Jacksonville.  The Jags are in desperate need of WR depth, and their prize first round pick is probably going to be suspended.  Yes, Justin Blackmon, when you blow a .24 BAC (an amazing 3-times the legal limit), you are going to miss a few games.  Papa Goodell doesn't allow that.  Furthermore, while Laurent Robinson was a good pickup, they still need some guys with experience.  Ochocinco would be a good fit.

2. Miami.  Chad could take his talents to South Beach.  He has the personality to fit in.  He has a name that could sell tickets and jerseys.  Ryan Tannehill needs warm bodies to throw to.  Brain Hartline and Legadu Naanee aren't exactly Jerry Rice and Tim Brown.  Ochocinco could bring much-needed veteran leadership to a young team.

3. Minnesota.  The Vikings seem to be the destination of any veteran who wants to play a few more years.  Worked for Favre.  Didn't work for McNabb.  Ochocinco would be added to Percy Harvin, Devin Aromashodu and rookie Greg Childs.  Not marquee names, but Chad could fit in as a #3 or 4.

4.  St. Louis.  Look at their receiving corp.  That's all I have to say.

5.  Denver.  Chad has gotten to play with Tom Brady.  Now he could play with Peyton Manning.  Hey, it could happen...


So, there are my thoughts.  He may end up somewhere else, but these 5 teams should take a look at him.  No matter where he goes, I want to see some more Chad Ochocinco... Johnson...  Whatever.  Just give me some more of his shenanigans, his tweets, and his letters to Papa Goodell.  I'm rooting for you, Chad.