Cowboynation
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So you think Earl Thomas would intentionally play poorly? If that's your opinion, then I don't think you know much about Earl Thomas.
I actually think the Seahawks are willing to make Thomas the highest paid safety in the NFL, once again, assuming Thomas stays healthy and proves he is dedicated to football. But they're not willing to do it until after this season. They need to make sure he is healthy and committed to football.[/quote]
I think people generally react to the franchise tag with a slight reduction in play intensity and desire (just naturally not intentionally). The team is basically putting them over a barrel and demanding results for a 1 year deal and the over-riding threat of cutting due to injury and losing out on any future guarantees. It sends the message that the team does not view the relationship with long term goals in mind unless the player submits to lower guaranteed money than he would get in free agency.
I actually think the Seahawks are willing to make Thomas the highest paid safety in the NFL, once again, assuming Thomas stays healthy and proves he is dedicated to football. But they're not willing to do it until after this season. They need to make sure he is healthy and committed to football.[/quote]
I think people generally react to the franchise tag with a slight reduction in play intensity and desire (just naturally not intentionally). The team is basically putting them over a barrel and demanding results for a 1 year deal and the over-riding threat of cutting due to injury and losing out on any future guarantees. It sends the message that the team does not view the relationship with long term goals in mind unless the player submits to lower guaranteed money than he would get in free agency.