(05-15-2024, 01:31 PM)flsprtsgod Wrote:

(05-15-2024, 01:29 PM)cland Wrote: Unfortunately this is the methodology of most teams.  Run them into the ground while patting them on the back during their rookie contract, then cut them clean with new rookies to shoulder the load.

Why is that unfortunate? RBs going into their second contract typically decline in production, it's a simple numbers game for an easily replaced position.

It's unfortunate for the RB player, when compared to their teammates. For all the other positions, getting a second contract is where they see the uncapped BIG money that they can retire on.  For the RB, who has spent 5 years getting tackled by the greatest athletes in the world, it's "Thanks for your efforts, but it's time we move on."  Heck, some RBs are downgraded because they ran to much in college.  I'm not suggesting a change to the market, it is what it is, but I still have some sympathy for the players.

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