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Originally Posted by Simplex3
I think some people are doubting that, though. That's what is blowing me away.
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I think it's because of the mixed messages. Signing a 27 year old QB to a huge extension when you already have his rights is a win now move, as is signing a 30+ year old safety, 32 year old guard, a bunch of WRs in their mid 30's, etc.
I think people thought that Cassel would be operating behind a better offensive line and throwing to Bowe, Engram, Toomer, and Bradley.
Ultimately, the failure of the offensive line led to a crushing of their hopes, as it rendered many of the older players useless and it gives a feeling of listlessness to the rebuild.
The "old guys" brought in for leadership, like Zach Thomas, were quickly euthanized. It's just been a bizarre series of moves, to be honest.