Quote:It is my understanding that the team was MANDATED to spend up to 89% of the cap.


If they didn't, the difference between what the cap floor is and what the Jaguars actually spent below that floor would be charged to the Jaguars, and that money would be given to the NFLPA, who would then give out that money to players as they saw fit.


In other words, the Jaguars would have had to pay the money anyway, whether they signed any new player or not.


In that case, why not go after players who might actually improve the team?

You all are misunderstanding my post. I realize that the team has to spend the money. HOW they spend the money will determine their longevity as general manager, head coach, etc. So far, they've gambled on a few FA's who weren't even starters on their previous teams. If those players develop into major contributors, then they made the right decisions. If not, they have a very short leash, in my opinion, and they're out. This owner, and these fans, have no appetite for another "start-from-scratch" rebuilding process.

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