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NFL Football Players Draft Injuries Rookies Season SuperbowlPublished: August 7, 2009
An adviser to Michael Crabtree recently said that Michael Crabtree would be willing to return to the 2010 NFL Draft if he didn't get the money he wanted.
It's all about the Benjamins, isn't it?
Sure, that's what they're arguing over, but in the end, that's not what it's all about.
For Michael Crabtree, it's costing him valuable time in training camp. It's costing him the opportunity to win a starting job (which, with the 49ers current cast of WRs, is about as difficult as a single digit addition problem).
For the 49ers, it's costing them a chance to win. Not having Crabtree on the field weakens the already famished weapons for the 49ers starting QB (Shaun Hill...or Alex Smith...or, whoever).
Here's the thing: I don't blame Michael Crabtree one bit.
It's something I've said about all athletes; if you can get the money, go for it.
In today's economy, sometimes, every penny should be fought for.
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