Burfict signs 3 year extension!

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(09-09-2017, 02:59 AM)TheLeonardLeap Wrote: Sure, the contract structure looks pretty decent, but don't the Bengals then have to keep that much cap space open when they cut down to 53 men? So even if Burfict misses 1/3rd of the season as has become the norm, that money that was saved isn't going towards improving the team that year because it's too late to realize it/spend it. They can't spend their cap space with the expectation that he won't play 16 games, right?

Saving $3m or whatever doesn't mean much when it's $3m that isn't going towards helping the team win.

Plus as much as Burfict elevates the defense when he is on the field, I just have a hard time thinking in long terms about him. Between the knee, concussions, and suspension, what's the real odds that the Burfict who's play makes a noticeable difference is still around in 3-4 years? Much like Eifert, everything about his career thus far screams short career, and I don't know how smart it is to build your team around someone like that. Talent can only help you when it's on the field.

I am no cap expert, but think they can roll any unused money into next year after the season spend is determined (after season).