If I’m Chris Ballard, I’ve got to decide if this year’s squad…

[Kray007]

Originally Posted by ChoppedWood

Did I say he had / has? My response is more around the innuendo that Ballard doesn't fully hold the cards for the AR debacle because he was highly influenced by Jim to select him. I could care less if Jim literally held a gun to his head and forced him to select him, he is ultimately the GM of the team and as such responsible for the performance of the players he drafts. Nothing more, nothing less.

I honestly wasn’t questioning you there. Merely pointing out that Ballard takes responsibility for his actions. And, you’re right. He’s the GM of the team. The buck stops at his desk.