Random Commanders Thoughts

[Chris]

 

[Win4us]

Fun fact, in 2021 Kendal Fuller ranked 6th in CB’s with pass deflections. Not too shabby

Most Passes Defended 2021 Cornerback | StatMuse

J.C. Jackson defended the most passes by a defensive back in 2021, with 23 passes defended.

www.statmuse.com

Edit: And tied for 2nd in forced incompletions

 

[MikefromOH]

It felt like he struggled, too. That's a good sign

 

[MikefromOH]

Terry is going to skip off-season workouts according to Schefter.

Not a good sign in my book.

 

[SkinsOrlando]

I read an article that he will be there but he won't workout, essentially film study etc.

Also Deebo Samuel, A.J. Brown are also doing the same, the WR market got completely turned upside down with big money contracts.

 

[burgold]

Makes sense to me. Basically, it's a soft hold out. He's staying with the team, but isn't putting himself at risk of a new injury until his contract situation is settled. Kinda sucks as we need Terry and Wentz to begin building that chemistry and timing. Hopefully, as soon as the draft is done the FO gets to work on Terry and get this done.

 

[Boone]

I read an article that he will be there but he won't workout, essentially film study etc.

Who are you referring to SO?

 

[Chris]

No need to risk injury for voluntary workouts when you are on the precipice of a life-changing contract.

 

[SkinsOrlando]

Who are you referring to SO?

Terry

 

[Boone]

Reading conflicting reports on that. Doesn't sound like something McLaurin would do to be honest.

 

[MikefromOH]

It shouldn't even get to that point. We've known we want to sign him again for a few years now. We should have had a deal in hand for him as soon as we could. But, now the market is so upside down we are stuck again. It feels a lot like the Kirk original deal we had but never offered.

 

[Neophyte]

I know what you are saying Chris but I still dislike that phrase. His rookie deal, $3.85 million over 4 years, was already a life-changing contract. That is the equivalent of the rest of us having a $100k a year job for life-ish.

 

[Canadian Hog]

Some good information and perspective here in this twitter thread below...

 

[Chris]

I know what you are saying Chris but I still dislike that phrase. His rookie deal, $3.85 million over 4 years, was already a life-changing contract. That is the equivalent of the rest of us having a $100k a year job for life-ish.

Not if he suffers a serious injury and of course that is pre-tax money. $100k a year for life is nice but it’s obviously no where near a few years at $20m+. I know if he were my child how I would advise him.

 

[MikefromOH]

I know what you are saying Chris but I still dislike that phrase. His rookie deal, $3.85 million over 4 years, was already a life-changing contract. That is the equivalent of the rest of us having a $100k a year job for life-ish.

With pro athletes they really don't have many job options after football unless they get in to commentating. So, wanting to make all they can now so they can be comfortable for the rest of their lives is kind of life changing

 

[burgold]

I don't know that I buy that, Mike. Their celebrity opens a lot of doors for them post football. Hospitality industry, coaching, car dealerships, restaurants, ad agencies, any business with a public face would love to "use" a community to hero to get people in the door.

Now, it helps if they were successful, too. Helps even more if they have a degree or skillset that allows them to get a higher profile gig.

 

[Boone]

Not if he suffers a serious injury and of course that is pre-tax money. $100k a year for life is nice but it’s obviously no where near a few years at $20m+. I know if he were my child how I would advise him.

These guys pay a lot of money to their agents and as Chris indicated, this is probably exactly what McLaurin's agent is telling him to do. If you're going to pay a ton of money for advice and legal services, probably smart to listen. Besides - it's in the team's best interest to expedite this and get the deal done.

 

[Boone]

 

[MikefromOH]

I don't know that I buy that, Mike. Their celebrity opens a lot of doors for them post football. Hospitality industry, coaching, car dealerships, restaurants, ad agencies, any business with a public face would love to "use" a community to hero to get people in the door.

Now, it helps if they were successful, too. Helps even more if they have a degree or skillset that allows them to get a higher profile gig.

You ever see Darrell Green in movies, commercials, or any lasting business? I didn't. I remember Doug Williams opened several sport clothing stores when he won the super bowl only to have them all closed by 91.

Most don't have any other avenue normally due to lack of real education and/or ability to dream outside of sports. It's why JJ wrote that letter to the fans and teammates

 

[burgold]

No, but I have seen Darrell Green asked to participate on several Boards that he wouldn't be invited to sit on were it not for his celebrity (and fortune). On top of that, he's likely paid a hefty fee to be part of that boardroom or gets shares, profits, etc. At the same time you are correct in that while doors can open for pros they can also slam shut. Theismann's restaurant's, Garcon's pizza joints, etc. are all gone now. If the athlete can't take advantage of the opportunity and prove themselves useful, the open door probably only lasts a few years (or however long their name-drawing power lasts. Still, failure to take advantage of your opportunities is far different from not having opportunities. They certainly can find positions if they want. Heck, every so often you hear of an ex-athlete who goes to law school. They are swept up by the firms because of the cool factor.

So, if they are willing to work it, the advantages of being a pro-athlete do persist past their playing days.