3 year deal for jt

[Chaka]

Originally Posted by Oldcolt

Why would that be a concern? Whatever opportunity there was to showcase his talents (something I am sure he believes he has already done) has to be counterbalanced by the opportunity to get injured. How much more would he have made by playing without a contract extension? The difference would be maybe 2-3 million more a year, maybe. If you are looking for some generational wealth there isn't much difference in lifestyle between 26 million (his guarantee) and say 30 million whereas there is a shitload of difference between 26 million and zilch (if he is injured). Most of us would same the same decision.

Yes, what you are saying is true in any contract negotiation (there is always a risk of injury), but usually doesn't result in the player taking a discounted contract. Taylor appears to have been willing to accept one here, which is the source of my concern.