Quote:I doubt it's a big deal, but I think Bradley made it clear that he wants him there. And he's still trying to persuade him. So it obviously means something to our coaching team.

Every coach wants every player there even for the voluntary stuff.  We've seen it with past coaches here when players weren't on site for OTAs.  Remember when Fred Taylor skipped out on voluntary stuff to focus on his private work in South Florida?  That didn't go over well with his coach then, but it had zero impact on the level of play when he returned for the mandatory work.  It is what it is.  I think people are making a big deal out of nothing here.  These older vets in particular know best how to prepare themselves for the upcoming season while minimizing the wear and tear they have to endure.  If this was some untested guy doing this, then it would be an issue.  Clemons doesn't fit that mold.

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