08-19-2018, 10:56 AM
(07-19-2018, 10:03 AM)JS-Steelerfan Wrote: I don't think you understand the concept of 'incentive'. See michaelsean's post above for a primer.
Given that he'll be trying to earn a contract from a new team, one could argue that Bell's quest to market himself would increase his effort. The Steelers might be better off in 2018 with respect to him than they would have been had they settled on a long term contract. People generally fight harder to get something than they do if they already have it. Granted, it's only for one year, but it could be an awesome year.
Incentives only have an effect if the reward is great enough.
Bell has already proven that he's a unique talent and top-tier at his position. What does he have to prove that hasn't already been proven?
