Educate a dumb fan like me..why no intrest in Trent.?

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(07-15-2019, 11:35 PM)Jakeypoo Wrote: Over 30, hasn't played a full season since 2015, and would probably cost a 2nd Rd pick.

(07-16-2019, 12:11 AM)Whatever Wrote: Williams turns 31 this week.  He's not an anchor for 10 years.  He's a stopgap.  There's also rumors that he wants a new contract, which isn't good when we've got Boyd and AJ to lock up.

The other thing is does Williams even want to come here?  Trading for a malcontent that doesn't want to play for you isn't a smart move.

(07-16-2019, 01:19 PM)ochocincos Wrote: If we're talking essentially using Trent Williams just for this year until Jonah comes back, that's a poor investment of $14 mill this year.
I'd rather save that money to use on player(s) next year.
I only want Trent Williams if he's viewed as the franchise LT over the length of Jonah's rookie contract (5 years).

I agree with each of you.  Going over the top for a guy like Trent Williams, who get's injured every year and seems to just be looking for a final cash-out, would be a move reeking of desperation.  The Bengals don't NEED a high priced rental.  What they DO need, is a solid vet to play swing Tackle for a year or two.  They can easily find that guy when the cuts start happening in camp, in just a couple weeks.