I cannot ever recall a contract event that did not affect the fans and the media more than it affected the actual team’s coaches and players. The latter group is actually in the business and best understands the fleeting nature of the profession and the importance of looking out for oneself, financially.
That’s why it was somewhat amusing to listen to The Cook and Joe Show on 93.7 The Fan yesterday, during which a media spiel about how awful it was that Diontae Johnson hasn’t been a full participant in practice was the prelude to an interview with two players who expressed full support for their teammate.