Jimmy Garoppolo deal extends buildup to Aaron Rodgers payday

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They weren't sure he was good enough. Especially compared to their last three decades of sublime QB play.

Right. And it does provide you with year over year flexibility.

And there was a recent article about how Cousins was unsure he wanted the Redskins for a long term deal.

But for slightly more than they paid for two years ($44 mil) they could have had an option for 1-3 more years at a number below his current deal. If you envision him as there for two years while you work out an improvement, just pay it.