http://www.profootballtalk.com/2008/04/30/kraft-argues-for-change-in-rookie-pay-system/ The bizarre debate regarding the handling of rookie contracts as to players taken at the top of the draft continues. We call it bizarre because, in this case, it’s the league and not the NFLPA that is looking out for the best interests of the veterans. The latest voice to speak in favor of reducing the money paid out to the first few draft picks is Patriots owner Bob Kraft. “It’s kind of nuts that you pay draft picks in the top 10 as if they were free agent veterans on their second contract and have been to a Pro Bowl,” Kraft said, according to the Boston Globe.
I dislike him... but its hard to disagree with him. Ive said it before, and I'll say it again. Something needs to change. Its ridiculous what teams pay these guys before they've even stepped on the field as a pro
