Football GM: Lions-Chiefs thoughts, Joe Burrow's contract, future power rankings, Week 1 picks, and more
Sep 9, 2023
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Mike Sando and Randy Mueller discuss the Lions' win over the Chiefs, Chris Jones' holdout, Joe Burrow's contract, future power rankings, and make Week 1 picks.
Jonathan Taylor's holdout poses challenges for the Colts due to his inconsistent performance and contract limitations.
The contrast between Chris Ballard's frustration over Taylor's holdout and Andy Reid's silence on Chris Jones' contract suggests differing financial capabilities.
The introduction of streaming platforms raises concerns about potential glitches and reliability issues for NFL game viewers.
Deep dives
Jonathan Taylor holdout frustrates Chris Ballard
Chris Ballard expressed frustration over Jonathan Taylor's holdout, stating that it sucks for the Colts, the fans, and Taylor himself. However, Ballard understands that the team cannot solve the situation by paying Taylor what he is asking for. He believes that Taylor's demands are ill-timed and that the Colts' hands are tied due to factors such as Taylor's inconsistent performance last year and the remaining year on his contract, plus the availability of the franchise tag. Ballard suggests that Taylor's new agent may be pushing for a new deal to get paid, but the GM does not believe that the market will reward Taylor's current demands. The frustration stems from the fact that the Colts are unable to solve the situation and that Taylor will miss significant playing time while being paid by the team.
Contrast between Chris Ballard and Andy Reid's approach to contract issues
The contrast between Chris Ballard's frustration over Jonathan Taylor's holdout and Andy Reid's public silence on Chris Jones' contract situation is evident. While Ballard openly expressed his frustration, Reid has not made similar comments about Jones. This contrast may indicate that the Chiefs are willing and prepared to pay Jones, while the Colts are unable to do so for Taylor. The difference in approach may stem from the Chiefs' belief that they can solve the situation by offering a contract to Jones, whereas the Colts are hindered by their financial limitations.
Concerns about streaming platforms for NFL games
The introduction of streaming platforms, such as YouTube TV, for NFL games raises concerns about potential glitches and issues with streaming. Randy Mueller questions whether the Wi-Fi setup and potential timing issues related to streaming may affect the overall experience of watching multiple games on different screens. The shift from traditional satellite services to streaming platforms introduces uncertainty about the reliability and performance of the streaming services. The upcoming weekend will provide insights into how well the streaming platforms handle the demand and whether they can deliver a seamless viewing experience for NFL fans.
Concerns About Joe Burrow's Career Length Due to Injury Risk
The main concern surrounding Joe Burrow, according to experts in the league, is the potential for his career to be shorter due to the hits he takes. While Burrow is tough, his size and the lack of protection he has received raise concerns about his longevity in the league.
Analyzing the Future Power Rankings and Evaluating Franchises
The Future Power Rankings, a collaborative project by experts, assesses the fundamentals of each franchise and projects their performance over the next three years. The evaluation criteria included quarterback, head coach, front office, and ownership. Teams like Kansas City, Philadelphia, and Buffalo were considered blue-chip franchises with positive evaluations across these categories. Green Bay, despite Aaron Rodgers' departure, was placed in the preferred category due to its talented roster and strong team-building principles. The rankings aimed to provide insight into the potential trajectory of each franchise in the near future.
Mike Sando and Randy Mueller take you into the weekend with the Week 1 edition of The Football GM. The guys discuss the Lions' 21-20 win over the Chiefs, Chris Jones' ongoing holdout, and Joe Burrow's new contract. They unveil their future power rankings and make some picks for Week 1, as well.
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