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I would give him a 2nd round tender and then try and sign him to a long term deal during next season if he is staying out of trouble.
I am more concerned about the off-season when the Pats won’t have the control over him like they do during the season.
I don’t think other teams will take a chance on him though.
Even so, if Gordon plays a year or two without missing a game and proves that he’s managing his addiction well, there may not be a receiver I’d rather have in the NFL.
The amazing thing about Gordon’s game is how technically sound and aware it is. His movements are as precise and refined as I’ve seen at the position.
Gordon is clearly worth the first round tender of $4.4M a year. They can negotiate before or after.
This is especially true given that Hogan, Dorsett and Patterson are free agents.
I’d be happy to see them lock him up for the long term right now. Five years, heavy on incentives, team friendly so they can cut him loose and walk away easily if he falls off the wagon. Structure it so there is very little downside and get him now before other teams have a shot at inflating his valuation.I thought about giving him the 1st round tender, but thought it was to much of a risk if he were to flame out with the 4.4M.
As I am happy he is doing well, I am still leary of offering him a long term contract just yet.
I'd lock him long term as well, but with a incentive focused contract incase things go wrong. As good as he's been for us it's only been a few games and mental health/addiction issues is a hard thing to overcome.We've brought in troubled players in the past and helped them get over their issues. Gordon certainly has the appreciation of his teammates. I would want to offer him an extension now and lock him long term. It'll boost his confidence and will certainly help him put past his troubles and stay committed to the game. Just my opinion.
I would give him a 2nd round tender and then try and sign him to a long term deal during next season if he is staying out of trouble.
I am more concerned about the off-season when the Pats won’t have the control over him like they do during the season.
I don’t think other teams will take a chance on him though.
We've brought in troubled players in the past and helped them get over their issues. Gordon certainly has the appreciation of his teammates. I would want to offer him an extension now and lock him long term. It'll boost his confidence and will certainly help him put past his troubles and stay committed to the game. Just my opinion.
Gordon is clearly worth the first round tender of $4.4M a year. They can negotiate before or after.
This is especially true given that Hogan, Dorsett and Patterson are free agents.