Difference makers aren't usually on the danger to be cut list?That list of veterans just shows you the state of this franchise. There isn't one guy on that list that ever was or ever will be a difference maker on an NFL roster.
▪ Defensive backs: Veterans Tyler Patmon and Maurice Smith, former sixth-round pick Cornell Armstrong and second-year corner Jalen Davis are among those in serious jeopardy.
Hmm not sure about this one...
They are when they get old and costly.Difference makers aren't usually on the danger to be cut list?
These decisions may very well come down to money, in the case of Hurns, Butler, Spence and Mills. That's about $10m in savings. Possibly enough to offset the cap hit, if they decide to release Kiko Alonso? We'll eventually find out, soon enough.
They are if there are younger talented cheaper options waiting in the wings.Difference makers aren't usually on the danger to be cut list?
Do you think that Barry Jackson's article is just him speculating or maybe someone within the Dolphins inner sanctum deliberately leaked these names to put some heat on some veteran players to see how they respond? Coach Flores observed Belichick for many years and while Bill is extremely non-communicative to the media, sometimes deliberate leaks via trusted lieutenants probably occur to see how the players respond.
This may be akin to applying heat in certain chemical experiments. You stand back and watch what happens.