Quote:
Originally Posted by DaneMcCloud
From all indications, the market is going to be flooded with high end talent and since most teams will be close to the cap already, many, if not most of these players will need to take cheap deals this year in order to get a big contract in 2022.
This plays to the Chiefs advantage because if you're only getting a 1 year Vet Minimum or near minimum deal, why not play for the team that's been to the last two Super Bowls and is favored for a third?
This is exactly why I'm not advocating the Chiefs go All-In on the offensive line this year because they will have cheap but proven options in Free Agency.
|
I understand that stance but you're essentially kicking the can down the road. With two OT's north of 30 and both now showing injury issues (remember Fisher was having back problems too prior to the achilles) a 30 yr old mediocre center that's a FA, LDT is 30, often injured...I mean, you're going to need to get younger. Alegretti and Niang is a start, but we should be considering 2022 and on.
I think we should absolutely be in on cheap vets on 1 year deals, I just think we should be restocking the cupboard with young talent with actual upside. mid round OL talent is a good use of resources when you have the NFL's best QB, WR, TE, and a first round RB.