Samuels In-depth

[CrazyCanuck]

Originally Posted by LongTimeSkinsFan

I do have a couple of questions regarding the extension scenario though. My first question is would the Washington FO go for an extension that long with a lineman? What's the average length of a lineman's career?

This question raises a good issue - the length of the deal. My proposed scenario was a 7-year deal. But if you look closely at the numbers (scenario B) you'll notice that in 3-4 years we'll be right back where we are now. Take 2008 for example. We'll be facing a $7.5 cap hit for Samuels vs. $6M in deadcap if we cut him. Sound familiar? Restructuring is truly a revolving door.

Originally Posted by LongTimeSkinsFan

And what would happen if the extension was agreed upon and Samuel's has a career ending injury in say, 2008? (Now you really know how ignorant I am!)

It would be the same as if we released him outright - lose the player - eat the deadcap.