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Chris Snape's avatar

It is very difficult to know at this point what to pay Geno. There are 7 games left, if Geno steps to the plate and delivers like he has, Seattle is going to find a way to keep him. Free agency hits before the draft so the QB question is likely answered before free agency.

I applaud you on sticking to your guns in regards to Zach Wilson. I have never understood the fascination with Zach. He is not fit to be the leader of an NFL team yet, if ever. I wouldn't give you a bag of balls for him knowing what is out there. Pete values unselfish team players, ie Geno bidding his time working hard everyday.

The only issue with keeping Geno is do we have the other peices needed to support him. I think Geno will be realistic and so will the Hawks and all works out fine.

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zezinhom400's avatar

If they commit to Geno next year, it's voiding the 4 or 5 year rookie contract window, essentially. So, they have to also commit to the tighter cap this implies. Which means high-performing lower-cost players at multiple positions. Already have Tariq, Coby, Tre Brown, Charles and Abe, Boye and to a certain extent Brooks, Lewis, Haynes (unfortunately all nearing free agency) and a solid special teams core. So you gotta go get starter talent in the draft. Which generally means higher picks, although can always strike gold in Rds 4-7 (can also whiff completely). So if you're paying your QB $35m+, don;t think you can afford a high pick to sit on the bench for 3 years. Think you have to spend those on positional starters (say an edge, a DT, an LB and a 3rd WR) and hope you find a QB gem farther down the draft.

Maybe Grayson McCall?

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