"If we are simply connecting dots, it should be noted that the Minnesota Vikings are also looking to offload pass-rusher Danielle Hunter, because they can’t fit his $18 million roster bonus under their salary cap before a quickly approaching due date. While it’s hard to imagine a captain and beloved leader such as Woods being a trade candidate, the facts that former offensive coordinator Kevin O’Connell is now the head coach in Minnesota (and his offensive coordinator is former tight ends coach Wes Phillips) and Woods’ contract clears about $13.5 million with a post-June 1 trade, means such a move is something both teams may consider opening dialogue about. Woods is expected to return to full health around that time, after tearing his ACL last November. If the Rams could convert part of Hunter’s salary into a signing bonus (as much as $13.5 million can be converted), and balance that amount out with the space then available via a Woods designation, they could potentially pay sub-$8 million for a top pass-rusher in 2022 after losing out on Miller, when the annual spreadsheet ultimately shakes out."
Me: D-Day for Hunter is Sunday when his 18M is due. I think Woody plays a unique role in the Rams O that neither Robinson nor OBJ can fill, especially in the run game. Would much rather package Van Jefferson in some form or fashion and keep Bobby Trees, who has been the lifeblood of the Rams for so many years.
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