02-07-2024, 05:29 PM
(02-07-2024, 05:22 PM)ochocincos Wrote: But from a snaps perspective, that player holds little value unless they see the field.
The 18th pick last year (Jack Campbell) cost $3.7 mill APY on his rookie contract, excluding the 5th year option.
Jack Campbell played 639 defensive snaps for the Lions, offering immediate value.
I'd ideally like to get contributions like that from whatever 1st rounder is selected, regardless of position.
Although if the team performs well and gets to the Super Bowl without needing immediate rookie contributions, that works too.
I just don't think that's really achievable for this Bengals team who is starting to lose some of its veteran talent and young core starting to cost more $$.
I kinda agree with this for most positions, but not oline. At least not when we are NOT getting above average production. If Burrow is the key to everything, oline becomes the the most vital unit, IMO. Having quality depth for injuries or just poor play would be a great thing to have.
