Ttite changes for Bengals Personnel leaders

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(9 hours ago)SunsetBengal Wrote: I understand that these players want to cash in on the guaranteed money, but it seems that some of them are forgetting that playing in the NFL is a job. Sure, being an athlete is not a typical job, it's more akin to being an entertainer. However, none of the big name entertainers were given huge bags for their performances in their early movies or songs. No, that came after they developed a reputation for their talent. 

Everyone knows that a significant portion of 1st round picks turn out to be busts and the rate only increases exponentially with each passing round. I don't like the idea of these agents pressing for fully guaranteed 2nd round contracts, as in a few years it will only lead to subsequent round picks expecting the same.

Now why would I feel this way? Because not every player that was a star in college turns into a star in the NFL. There should at least be some leverage on the part of teams to be able to cut bait if a player does not live up to the level that got them drafted, rather than having to carry them on a roster for 4 seasons due to "guaranteed money".

I like the rookie wage scale as it gave teams money to pay to vets. The 1st and 2nd round picks still become millionaires,just not multi milionaires. The vets on the other hand earn their second and 3rd contracts. it was those mid tier vets losing money when rookies were given too much money.

I also agree, too many busts were paid. If they are great, they will be paid well contract number 2.