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(05-01-2020, 04:44 AM)TSwigZ Wrote: I understand the argument for not paying a HB after his rookie contract bc it never pans out investing in that position but I’m all for giving Mixon 4 years 40 Mil OT something in that ballpark i just hope there‘a no holdout and it gets settled quickly. I love AJ Green but i wouldn’t negotiate any extension with him until after the season even if that means he tests free agency he’s too big of a risk to pay now. And the Bengals clearly won’t pick up John Ross option like that shouldn’t even be a topic.

Trying to see this through Bengal-colored glasses, I think the team wants AJ to remain a Bengal until retirement.  I could see them extending him before they extend Mixon.  If Joe has a great year, not just a great second half, and contributes in the passing game like I believe he can under this offense, then he will warrant further examination after next year.  Joe and his agent should realize that potential addition to his game, as that is where CMC earned his contract:  as a receiver AND RB....not just a RB.  If Mixon wants a deal now, I would say around $8 million per year.  He isn't good at blitz pick up and comes off the field on a lot of third downs.  Whether that is a coaching issue or not, those are the facts.  If he wants to try and prove himself under this offense with Burrow, then don't sign for $8 million.  Go out and bet on yourself and if you do have a season with 1000 yards rushing and 600 yards receiving (or more), then your value on the market has gone up substantially.  

I think the Bengals are probably offering Mixon that kind of contract and he will not accept.  They are likely going to have AJ play under the franchise tag to show his health, but I am pretty certain once they see him play all 16 games they will extend him to make him a Bengal for life.