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Originally Posted by eaglenj
What is said player is not a QB, nor a pass rusher and he wants to be paid like a QB or pass rusher?
Revis is amazing, best defensive player in the NFL IMO, but there is more to it then that, as he isn't the "most valuable defensive player in the nfl". He can't affect a play on every down like a DE/OLB or QB. Yes he can take a WR out of a play but that is only 1 of 11. A pass rusher can impact the entire offense.
Also, look at the makeup of the team after you pay Revis $18-20 million a year.
There is more to it then just "he is the best"....the organization has 53 players to think about, they aren't fans.
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This.
Outside of QB teams can't devote infinite resources ($$$) to one player at the detriment to the rest of the team. Better to have a bunch of well paid above average players among the 53 than 1 (non QB) elite budget busting player surrounded by average players due to cap constraints.
If Al Davis was still around I could see the Raiders giving three first rounders. If and when the Jets ever do trade Revis they will get a boatload in return no doubt.