rookie signings

[Joshua]

Originally Posted by nunusguy

I realize these contracts have many parameters and to a degree all are
unigue in certain aspects, but on the other hand there's got to be a certain
degree of standarization for many of the terms. I guess I dunno why it takes
so long ? I mean once there's an agreement in priciple about the basic terms, does it still take that long to dot the "is" and cross the "ts" ?

I wonder if this is precisely why the deals are put off until just before training camp. If the team knows that they can reach a deal pretty easily when necessary, seems it would make sense to let McNair keep his signing bonus money for as long as possible. Also, I don't know the answer to this, but there may be some concerns about having guys get injured while under contract. For example, assume a 3rd round pick signs in late May. Does anyone know whether he would be entitled to any different compensation if he were to blow his knee out while, say, training on his own than if he wasn't signed?