News: ST: Sean Lee's six-year extension has him under contract through 2019

[Doomsay]

What would have been the down side to signing Sean at the end of the season vs. now?

 

[Galian Beast]

What would have been the down side to signing Sean at the end of the season vs. now?

The increased cost...

 

[Doomsay]

The increased cost...

Why would the cost increase that much over 18 weeks (i.e. before the end of the season / FA..)?

 

[RoyTheHammer]

Why would the cost increase that much over 18 weeks (i.e. before the end of the season / FA..)?

Because you run the chance that he has a monster year, and then the price certainly goes up.

 

[Nightman]

What would have been the down side to signing Sean at the end of the season vs. now?

Dallas also gets to account for 20% of his 10m signing bonus this year. That leaves only 8m in dead money and allows for easier restructures down the road when they need some space. Putting a player at ease mentally cannot be overlooked as well. Lee has achieved financial security and can focus on football only and won't have to deal with questions about his contract.