“Business Is Business”: Future CBS Analyst JJ Watt Gives His Honest Two-Cents About the Ongoing RB Cash Drought

The former DE turned sports analyst, JJ Watt, delves into the running back dilemma. Although the problem has been around for ages, it’s only this season it spread like wildfire throughout the league. Initially instigated by former RB, OJ Simpson himself, the league now has a huge problem at hand, even witnessing protests here and there. A crucial position that constantly falls victim to injury is currently being compensated less than the average pay of a kicker.

Whether it’s Saquon Barkley or Josh Jacobs, no one is safe from the impact, leaving the top-tier RBs either with a franchise tag or left out entirely from the roster. The former DE certainly had his thoughts about the said issue, while appearing in a recent interview.

JJ Watts candidly revealed some harsh truths about the situation

If there’s someone qualified to discuss an issue as large as the current RB dilemma, Watt is definitely one of them. With his wealth of experience from 12 seasons with the NFL, he certainly understands how the business is handled, both from inside and outside. He recently appeared in an interview on the Dan Patrick show, which started with former DE’s current physique, which eventually led to all sorts of current happenings in the league.

As the host, Dan Patrick asks Watt’s viewpoint on the running back issue, the latter kicked off his take with, “It’s the best proof so far that business is the business,” then added why the owners are investing less and less on a running back. He claimed that it’s relatively easier to get a new player from the position compared to any other position on a roster. Furthermore, Watt claimed that the owners aren’t actually looking for a top-tier RB, but an athlete who can only hold the fort. He also mentioned that he played against several RBs who are worth every penny, but the current situation is out of their hands.

Read More: Huge Revelation by JJ Watt Shows Why Two Phenoms From the Same Family Never Made the Same Team

Notably, Watt also added how the league is in a collective bargaining agreement, hence a player’s non-compliance currently has no impact. As the RB dilemma now makes its way to several conversations, it’s the former RB who put it in motion.

OJ locked his horns with the league for a good cause

Despite the former RB’s constant social media presence, it’s certainly rare for him to call out not one but two teams in the league. He specially mentioned the Browns and the Raiders, who currently put their star RB, Saquon and Jacobs in a franchise tag. Both of these athletes coveted a long-term deal with fair pay, however, the teams refused to entertain their requests. They were both slapped with franchise tags despite recording record-breaking stats last season.

Notably, several athletes from the position appeared on a Zoom call to discuss the current situation only a few days ago. It was reported that both Barkley and Jacobs were present at the meeting. It was organized by Chargers‘ RB, Austin Ekeler, who has been constantly vocal about the ongoing issue.

What are your thoughts on the RB dilemma? Do you think they are getting compensated fairly? Let us know in the comments below!

Watch This Story: 40 Million Worth Patrick Mahomes Spectacular New Mansion Showcases his Passion For the Game Including a Private Football Field