We traded for T.J. Duckett?

[Mc2guy]

Originally Posted by FRPLG

That's the crux of this deal. Betts has to go. It simply doesn't make a whole ton of sense otherwise. There is no need for us to have 3 starting level RBs when we have great needs at OL and CB. Betts gets moved for either a pick or depth.

I have been thinking on this one all morning and that is the only logical conclusion. As I mentioned in another post yesterday, when I reviewed the game tame, Betts looked very slow to the hole, and indecisive in his cuts. I think Betts has not proven out to be what Saunder's wanted and he is in a unrestricted FA contract year.

Duckett, on the other hand , could be more in line with what Saunders is looking for in a #2 back and is a restricted FA next year, making it easier for us to keep him if we want to. That said, he will undoubtedly want to be paid this coming offseason, especially if this works out well this year.

I say the next team who's #1 or #2 RB goes down with an injury this preseason will be able to get Betts from us for a 3rd or 4th rounder or a young O-line prospect.