04-03-2023, 09:04 PM
(04-02-2023, 09:32 AM)THE PISTONS Wrote: We literally had to settle for Irv Smith off the scrap heap this year. He's a guy I liked. But, we clearly weren't a TE magnet.
I think Moreau was going to the Saints too. And he had the LSU connection with Burrow.
Players take the best offer.
That said, had we beat the Rams in the SB 2 years ago, we might get guys on a discount. Now, we're just another contender.
Not always.
Pratt seemed like he took a haircut to stay. Scott had other offers. Guys want to win, too. If the money is close (or the player already has had a big payday), winning & fit & culture play a part. As does having a prior relationship with a coach or coordinator.
