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Smith is super conservative while Kirk likes to go downfield more when he has the time in the pocket. I like the Dalton comparison. Neither have the biggest arm but are good at getting the ball out on time, and can go downfield accurately when time allows.

It's not 'just Snyder's money', as I believe in managing the cap closely to give yourself a leg up on the competition. But you don't risk letting this negotiation get to a contentious stage over $500K in cap room. I agree, you just get it done.

Also it was mentioned, but locking a guy in for longer term means the contract will age, and you benefit on the back end of the deal by having a guy whose contract isn't appreciating while the market soars for others. Of course, the risk is you commit for too long to a guy who could bust out, you never know.

4 years $70 million, with a mutual option for a 5th year at $20M. That's how I'm calling it.