I agree, no way SP gives up #11 for Butler when the draft is so deep for D players. I really think this is tied to the Cooks deal. Thats the only thing that makes sence because Butler was part of that deal as some piont, and the deal took a day longer than it should have.
Maybe because the agents had to be involed to agree on the final contracts.
BB could want another one of our players, like Mark Ingram or someone else. Saint could make an offer that BB knows about for 11-12 mil, which the Pats will not cover. Butler has already agreed. So butler signs and we give BB #11 pick.
Then BB offers #11 pick back for Ingram or some other player and Saints agree.
Sounds crazy but BB is wicked smart , so its hard for me to think he doesnt already know where this is going.