The Yeldon cut really shouldn't be listed as a "surprise". He was put on notice the moment the team signed Ivory last year and obviously with the selection of Fournette.

Linder being resigned isn't a surprise. I think he's the priority. Robinson I think they'll let him play out the year and tag him if needed. Telvin Smith gets resigned. Contrary to what he's saying in the article. It's not an easy position to replace.

And why let someone go that has his level of production on a young defense after being what? A former 4th or 5th RD pick? No. You get him resigned and you don't worry about going into free agency or the draft once again looking to refill a void with a 3rd year Myles Jack and with Paul Posluszny potentially gone.

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