(04-26-2019, 01:51 PM)Bullseye Wrote:

(04-26-2019, 01:31 PM)FBT Wrote: I'm not even sure Telvin will be on the roster beyond the weekend.

I keep hearing this and I'm left to wonder about some things.

1.  Would he simply be released, included in a deal to trade up into the second round, or straight up for a pick?

2.  Was the team that turned off by his drop in play last year?  Were there some off field considerations that factor into this?

3.  Is he the first of many sacrifices needed to re-sign Ngakoue, Ramsey and or Jack?

4.  How much did Capers' "consulting" influence the decision on Smith-assuming the decision to jettison him has been made?

1. Man I'll be annoyed if he's simply released and we get nothing in return for him, he's been one of the better LBs in the league for a few years and is still on his prime.
2. It's hard to say if the team is that turned off, he's the one that has cut contact and disappeared. It seems he's trying to force their hand somewhat.
3. It's possible, and I'd be happy to consider it that way, as long as we get something in return for him.
4. Again, possible, but still premature at this point to suggest some big scheme change is relevant to Telvin's future.

Ultimately it seems like he's possibly made a decision that he doesn't want to be here anymore. Which is strange all round. Maybe he's picked up on the idea that he's not as central to the teams plans as he once was, and taken that personally ... It wouldn't shock me to see him traded at some point today or tomorrow, but I'd still consider it a long shot right now.

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