Quote:His clarification basically points out my main point.  At the time a possible reality show was going to follow him around, and that was beyond the mainstream coverage that would be focused on him.  I can understand why a coach that has to lead a group would think that distracts from the team.

 

http://www.si.com/nfl/2014/07/22/tony-du...m-comments

 

That is exactly what I've been trying to say.  Anyone that thinks the majority of the NFL decision makers didn't consider the distraction that was going to be brought with Sam when deciding whether or not to select him would be foolish.  What attention (good or bad) he brings with him should absolutely be weighed into the decision.  Everyone will weigh it differently but it matters.  He had a reality show lined up to follow him around for crying out loud.  We're not talking about a top 5 pick, he is a late round fringe roster type guy.  A guy that many struggle to find a true position for at the NFL level.  

 

He went to a good situation.  He has some good pass rushers to learn from and the chance to make the roster as a reserve/role player on a team with a solid overall pass rush.  I hope he does make it, I don't wish any draft pick to fail.  

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