07-26-2017, 02:09 PM
(07-26-2017, 02:06 PM)oncemoreuntothejimbreech Wrote: He signed a three deal for roughly the same amount per year as the Bengals offered per year and structured it so they can cut him with minimal dead money if he fails to live up to expectations. The Rams did a smart deal. Mike's (and Katie's) obstinace and lack of creative when it comes to negotiating contracts bit them in the ass once again. Don't take my word for it. Look up Whitworth's contract and go over the details for yourself. When I read the details I was disgusted by Mike's frugality.
Its more than that dude... you have a 1st and a 2nd rounder OT entering their 3rd years... They gotta play so you know what you have. before you have to choose to resign them or not.
they already had invested in his replacement now its time to see that investment pay off.
One of the bengals biggest issues over the years is not letting players go before they fall off due to age. We cant start crying when they start doing this.
Everyone would have liked to see whitworth retire in stripes. But you gotta look towards the future.
with that in mind the money was better spent elsewhere.
