Chapter 948 A risky move
In the 2012 draft, the Washington Redskins used their first-round picks for the next three years and the second-round picks of that year at a huge price to complete a deal with the St. Louis Rams in exchange for the second pick of that year. With the second pick in the draft, they made a desperate move to select Robert Griffin III, trading the team's future for this cornerstone quarterback.
This move is still the best negative example of the league draft.
On the one hand, it was because Griffin III suffered injuries. Despite his outstanding performance in the first two seasons of his career, the Washington Redskins seemed to have found the cornerstone of their dynasty, but then Griffin III was as fast as a meteor. The fall caused serious damage to the Washington Redskins.
On the other hand, it is because the Washington Redskins are gambling with their three-year future. Regardless of whether Griffin III is worth it, this is a risky move. Even if Griffin III is not injured, the Washington Redskins Not having a first-round pick for three consecutive years is also a fatal shortcoming.
An experience is also a lesson -
Don't sacrifice the future of the team casually. In the world of football, although the quarterback is very, very important, this is a collective sport, a complete team. The construction cannot be narrow-minded and only see the quarterback position.
Because of this, although the league teams are increasingly focusing on young people, including selecting new generation players in the draft and potential superstars in the second and third years, the team still refuses to take risks as a whole. It often takes more time to observe before deciding whether to place a bet.
So, over the years, after the four-year rookie contract ends for rookie players, the team will consider whether to renew and what contract they should give; only a very, very small number of third-year players can get the contract from the team. Pay attention to it, renew the contract one year in advance, and become the real cornerstone of the team.
As for the sophomores?
Hardly.
However, everything has exceptions, and team managers should not follow the rules, but should discuss the situation as it happens.
Everything is just like the 2017 draft. The Kansas Chiefs unexpectedly completed the most successful and exciting draft layout in history.
Now, Veach has taken action again -
Renew Mahomes' contract.
In the eyes of the outside world, Mahomes is only a sophomore with only one full season. Objectively speaking, Mahomes is still immature. The high number of interceptions proves that his judgment and choices at critical moments still need to be made. Discuss.
Of course, there is no doubt about Mahomes’ excellence. This year he was second only to Levi in the regular season MVP voting, and he led the team to successfully defend the title in his first starting season. This is enough to prove that Mahomes ms value.
Renew the contract?
Without a doubt.
But ordinary team managers will control themselves a little and wait and see. They cannot easily let the quarterback's agent smell their desire, otherwise those sharks will never let it go easily and will not take the ball. He will never stop until he tears off a piece of fresh meat from his body.
However, Veitch doesn’t think so.
The 2018 season has just ended, and Veach has already taken the lead in determining his plans for this offseason. Obviously, renewing Mahomes' contract is at the forefront of this plan.
So, is Vicky’s decision this time a foolish risk or a wise plan?
Mahomes, the client himself, was caught off guard when he was killed. He did not expect it at all. At the end of his sophomore year, his career took a turn.
This is something Mahomes simply cannot imagine.
He desperately needs to share his joy and communicate his feelings.
After finishing the call with Vicki, the first person that came to Mahomes’ mind was Levi. He jumped over the low wall of the villa and ran all the way to the lobby of the house next door. As a result, he saw Seeing the figures of the three team captains, they stopped suddenly and had no time to react.
After a storm, joy and happiness settled a little.
Mahomes scratched his head and kept giggling, "The team manager just called me. I was shocked, thinking that I should not have violated the team rules, but unexpectedly, Wei Mr. Qi actually discussed contract extension with me and asked me if I would sign a long-term contract with the team. "God, oh, God, God, God."
"I can't believe it, all this actually happened."
Looking at Mahomes jumping on the sofa in front of him, Levi could really feel the joy of the blowout, A simple happiness.
The corners of Levi's mouth also raised, "Have you told your agent?"
Mahomes shook his head, "No, my first reaction was to come and tell you You. What should I do? Should I tell my agent?"
Levi said directly, "Of course you should tell him that he should negotiate with the team. Not professional enough and things tend to get dirty and ugly.”
"What I mean is that he should be responsible for the specific negotiation and tug-of-war process; but if the team is willing to have long talks with you, you should also show sincerity and communicate with the team. After all, we are discussing a long-term contract. , a win-win opportunity for both parties, is more complicated and important than a simple contract.”
Mahomes nodded repeatedly.
"Oh oh oh, I know."
Standing there and thinking about it seriously, Mahomes still couldn't believe that all of this happened.
“Rookie, do you think this is true?”
"I've been dreaming about this day, standing on the field and proving my worth, winning a Super Bowl, earning a life-changing contract, earning the opportunity to continue fighting for my dream, and now this day is here, it's true. "
Because it's so beautiful that it doesn't feel real.
Levi nodded, "Why don't you fall down, just like in 'Inception', and you can detect it."
Mahomes looked at him seriously. Levi actually jumped up and landed heavily on the sofa. The sudden movement startled Levi, who choked on his own saliva and coughed violently.
Levi was just joking. Who would have thought that Mahomes would actually take it seriously?
Mahomes was completely unaware of Levi's panic, and looked at Levi with a smile, "I lost weight, but I didn't wake up from the dream, so is all this real?"
Levi looked at it dumbfounded. Looking at Mahomes, he gave a thumbs up helplessly and praised Mahomes, "It seems that your experiment was successful."
Mahomes laughed and was immersed in Unable to extricate myself from happiness.
Up to this point, Mahomes suddenly grasped a subtle clue.
“Ah.” exclaimed.
Levi was puzzled, "What's wrong?"
Mahomes looked at Levi and showed an embarrassed smile. He was too cautious to look directly into Levi's eyes, "Rookie, I'm sorry, I think Did something wrong?”
Levi:? ? ? "What's wrong? Did you say anything to the team manager?"
Mahomes shook his head and just glanced at Levi furtively.
After thinking for a moment, Levi finally reacted and realized that Mahomes was actually worried about him. If the team was preparing to renew Mahomes' contract but completely ignored Levi, Levi would What does it feel like?
Levi laughed directly, "If you are worried about me, the team manager also called me."
(End of Chapter)