bankshot1 said:
This could develop into a potential financial problem, not cap space, but the jersey rebate size.
But Bill if we cut D'andre, we'll owe millions
I think you've got it backwards. It'd be more like "Bill, if you cut D'andre, we project 10,000 new jersey sales when people come in to take advantage of the 25% off (of a 500% profit)".
It really is very friendly wording from the media on this. They mention a rebate, but that's not happening at all. The buyer gets no money back. But I'm guessing the article would get less notice if it were titled "Patriots offer 25% off coupon to jilted shirt owners".
Now if you'll excuse me, I'm off to buy a Tippett jersey and get my 25% off coupon.