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Quotes taken directly from Caldwell, Bradley, and Khan:

Quote:When asked about Blackmon's future, Caldwell responded:


"I think we've covered that," Caldwell said. "We've moved on for this year."


When asked if he would cut Blackmon, Caldwell said:


"We can't [cut him]. If that even happens."

Quote:Bradley also stated his disappointment in the situation.


"I feel at times there's probably a little emptiness," Bradley said. "There are some unknowns there and you don't know how it's working. You don't want to shut it off. I was hoping it would be better than where it is going. We haven't heard much and it doesn't sound like it's going in the right direction. Like Dave said, we can't count on him."

Quote:"I think it's an absolute tragedy," Khan said. "... I think he’s such a talented guy. The best years [are] ahead of him but after a while it’s out of your control."


Khan said that while the contact between Blackmon and the team is restricted by NFL rules, he hopes Blackmon takes advantage of the help available.


"The league, the players association, there’s a huge amount of resources," Khan said. "Please take advantage of it. If you’re a player it’s like all of this stuff is being offered to you. Take advantage of it. I think NFL players are so lucky from the viewpoint all these resources that are available to them."

Gus seemed a bit more forthcoming than Dave. From reading his words it seems that they have lost complete faith in Blackmon stating that they can't count on him. These words coming from your head coach isn't a good thing. In his second quote he also stated that "it doesn't sound like it's going in the right direction.", again not a good sign coming from your head coach in regards to Blackmon overcoming his issues.


Khan's comments were interesting to me as well. Its almost like he's urging Blackmon to get some type of help, like he hasn't entered a rehabilitation program yet. Could this be why Blackmon hasn't applied for reinstatement yet?

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