I know it might sound a little crazy, but on paper, it makes perfect sense.
Here’s why.
Nwosu will come off the books next year freeing up $15m per year.
The addition of Nelson opens up the ability to completely dominating the run game, which will reduce Darnold’s need to throw. Which, reduces chances for turnovers and lengthens drives thereby helping the defense.
Charb is coming off a major injury. There is no guarantee he will be able to shoulder the load this year. For a team that can repeat, that’s a huge risk to gamble on post trade deadline.
Price has not shown the ball security and blocking ability needed to be a lead back this year.
JT immediately gives us another weapon on offense. Right now, JSN is shouldering the entire load. This puts a beating on his body and the threat of a back like JT will open up guys like Barner and Shaheed in the passing game.
Super Bowl - after last weeks statement win vs the chiefs, this team has shown they can repeat, if their offense can just be mediocre. The addition of JT and Nelson would elevate our run game likely above what we saw last year.
We have a window, and I believe JS knows it. He is going to go all in.