(07-28-2023, 12:48 PM)Mikey Wrote:

(07-28-2023, 10:31 AM)flgatorsandjags Wrote: Yup, stay healthy and play at a high level and they will get their money even if it's one year deals

You realize those are the two most difficult parts of being an RB in today's NFL, right?

JRob was never the same after his injury.
D'ernest Johnson had 534 yards rushing in 2021. In 2022, 2 fewer games played and 517 fewer yards run.

Why hasn't Zeke gotten a deal if all they gotta do is stay healthy and play at a high level? Not even a one-year deal at this stage. Teams are already in camp and prepping for the season. Is this just another facet of the new world order for RB? No deal until seasons begin, and no time to practice with team or learn playbook (where past success may in itself be justification for the devaluing)?

You are stating to catch on, hence the reason teams arent wanting to sign them to a long term deal when the franchise tag is an option.  Why not franchise tag them when it's an option?  Zekes play has declined almost every year he as been in the league and last year his ayp was a career low.  I'm sure he has gotten a few offers already though, he likely just waiting till training camp is over.  I bet he will be on a team before the regular season starts.

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