Well, we seem to have a few million extra that Mankins doesn't seem to want, It'll be interesting to see to whom the FO will allocate them?
Recently I have been wondering if Randy might be a better use for the $$$. From the few training camp reports that have crossed my path it would appear he is still an absolutely elite receiver that hasn't lost value.
My rusty maths calculates Connolly is costing approximately less than a 1/12 of what Mankins is supposedly asking for, I wonder if we would get the same talent/price value by not paying Randy and replacing him next year?
The defence, while I expect it to improve with playing time is probably still a few years away from it's peak due to the influx of 1st/2nd round picks in the mass youth movement we've seen over the last two years.
During this same next few years we have the HOF Brady in his prime (presuming we pay him) at the helm of what potentially could be an balanced offensive juggernaut, it seems sensible to keep Randy to maintain our continued competitiveness. Then again Brady on his back doesn't get Randy the ball.
Saying that, i'd still like to see Mankins signed, even if only on a one year deal or tender.
Just my 2cents.
