Perspective From Inside the War Room

[voodoo poonani]

Interesting article from someone who has been there.

 

http://mmqb.si.com/2014/05/07/nfl-draft-war-rooms/

 

My favorite quotes were at the end:

 

In the 2003 post-draft chaos, one of our scouts yelled out, “Anyone want to sign this quarterback Romo? He’s from Wisconsin.” Crickets.

 

And my favorite story: I once told a player we would sign him for a $500 bonus. His answer was, and I quote: “Well, I only have about $100 now, but I can get you the rest in about a week.” “No,” I answered, “We pay you.”