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Originally Posted by Rausch
I'd bet about anything that would lead to him refusing to sign a long term deal. Perhaps demanding to be traded.
The player wants the protection of a long term deal...
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So?
They'll negotiate towards a long-term deal before the franchise deadline. If they can't get one done, they're not just going to shrug, walk away and try to battle in the trenches with the other 31 NFL teams. They'll tag his ass and take their chances.
If he demands a trade then he demands a trade. The Chiefs can choose to trade him or they can call his bluff in the manner I just discussed. In either event, the Chiefs are in a much MUCH better position than if they just let him go into the market.