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So why couldnt Philly match Denvers offer ?

Reportedly 5 years...17 million. 7.2 million guaranteed and he would make 9 million the first 2 years.    

Well I think the question would have/should have been...Was/is Brian Dawkins worth 9 million dollars for the next 2 years ? I mean the eagles could have signed him to the same deal and cut him after the 2010 season and essentially pay him just the 9 million for 2 years. I love dawkins and I think for what he brings to the eagles he IS worth 9 million for the next 2 years.

Dawkins is a proud man..3 years from now if he couldnt play at a high level and crack the starting lineup he would gracefully retire and if he didnt they could cut him and not lose a cent.. Eagles I think made a mistake here...much like when they first let go of Trotter....no leadership on this defense now. Its not just about his play (which was still pro bowl caliber) its about HIM as a leader. So lets see...48 million of cap space...no housh, no dawkins, no tra thomas. 
Looks like we will have another mediocre team but Banner will have a few new Mercedes in his garage... thats what I want as a fan...not a team that wins it all...but an owner who keeps us under the cap. This will be a good argument to have with giant fans next year.....
Giant Fan: Hey we won our second super bowl in three years !
Me: Oh yeah ? Well weve been under the cap every year since Banners been here
Giant Fan : Looking confused...walks away. 

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