Cardinals running back David Johnson responded in all the expected ways this week when asked why he reported to training camp without the new contract he’s seeking.
He’s letting his agent and the Cardinals handle the business side of football.
He’s too busy to think about money.
He just wants to be here for his teammates.
By all accounts, Johnson is a sincere, earnest young man you would trust with watching your dog. But to believe at least part of his mind isn’t on the money stretches the seams of imagination.
“No, no shot,” guard Justin Pugh responded when asked if a player really could block out contract concerns.