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(01-28-2017, 02:36 PM)CageTheBengal Wrote: That might be the way it is during the regular season but the Bengals would have to pretty stupid to have Hobson tip our hand during the off-season. If they are thinking that way during the regular season I think it would make sense for them to be aware enough to change gears in the off-season using Hobson in a different way trying to change the way teams are thinking about our approach.

There is just very little reasoning imo to be taking stock in any team's writers opinions or insights this time of year beyond just speculating. The Bengals have never been the type of franchise to give 2 craps about what their fans think about their off-season moves so I don't think they are trying to be people pleasers. If they are going to be influencing Hobson at this point in the year it's probably going to be a misdirection more than true glimpses into the teams plan. But who really knows?

Fair points and it's possible either of us are right. Maybe a little of both. Like you say, who knows? I don't think neglecting to mention Zeitler gives away much if anything about the Bengals overall plans. Even if they don't keep Zeitler, it doesn't mean the Bengals are automatically going to take a guard high in the draft. They have options. Maybe not options fans would like, but options nonetheless.

I guess I just don't think opposing teams could gain much out of that info, even if they knew for sure Zeitler was gone. They'll know before the draft anyway. I don't think Hobson really panders to the fan base, but hinting at the possibility of Zeitler leaving might prepare some fans for his eventual departure. That way people aren't raging when they find out.