2. Washington’s hesitancy to commit to Kirk Cousins long term
After mentioning the rumored three-way trade involving Washington, it is only appropriate we delve into Cousins’ situation.
If Washington was really sold on him, the team’s brass would have already signed him to a long-term deal. The Redskins have a good quarterback on their hands and they know it. But they seem to have commitment issues after tagging him for a second season in a row (more on that here).
Cousins was slapped with an exclusive franchise tag that will pay him approximately $24 million if he signs off on it. Once free agency begins, no team outside of Washington can negotiate with Cousins under the terms of the tag.
Meanwhile, trade rumors have reached the boiling point in connecting Cousins to the 49ers. Washington was reportedly seeking a huge trade ransom for Cousins.
Even if nothing happens involving the Cowboys and Romo, a potential trade that sends Cousins to the 49ers could still come about. This would pair Cousins with former Redskins offensive coordinator in that of 49ers head coach Kyle Shanahan.
Whatever happens with Cousins he will get paid well, either under his franchise tender or with another club. He is coming off a two-year span that saw him pass for a total of 9,083 yards and 54 touchdowns. During this stretch, Cousins completed an average of 68.4 percent of his passes.
We would like to think this production will continue wherever he suits up in 2017.