Quote:Why would you want someone on the decline with a bloated contract in a year when the draft is offering us plenty of talent that could be productive for more than a year or two at a fraction of the cost without costing this team a single draft pick.

 

You say you don't support trading for him unless it's a 4th or lower.  Minnesota isn't going to trade him anywhere unless there's a premium offer they simply can't refuse.  A 4th round pick or later doesn't qualify.  They're not shopping him.  There's no reason to do so.  If someone comes to them with a ridiculous offer like a 1 or 2, I'm sure they'll consider it.  A 4th?  Not a chance. 

 

I don't care what Peterson's trajectory is in comparison to other running backs.  I care about what he offers this team over the long haul, and I'm not inspired to think he's worth what Minnesota is going to expect in compensation.

Where is the proof he is on the decline? Before the suspension he rushed for 1,200 yars and 10 tds.  Before his suspension he was by far and away the best RB in the league.  Ok he just turned 30 with a years rest and less mileage on his body.  

 

I would easily trade a second round pick for this kind of talent.  You really want to help Bortles?  Get him a star RB like this and the QB will be very happy.  Superstars who can still play at an elite level don't hit the market very often.  We have more then enough money to afford him.  He was instantly become the best player on this team.

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