“(Aquilini) understands where we’re at, and of the circumstances. The conversations I’ve had, he understands.” Rutherford said.
He added, “When we look at where our league is compared to 10 years ago, when it comes to free agency, the players just aren’t there. Last summer, one could argue, taught a lesson in that reality. Trades still happen, but the reality that to build out your roster, you need to juice your efforts in the draft.”