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We weren't playing a QB who could make all of the throws the way Hartman could, so I am somewhat doubtful that having those guys on the roster, versus the players we did put on the field, would have been any better.

That, plus most of them ended up being unfortunate injury casualties.

Tyree was the most promising, but he was crippled by injuries for most of 2024.

Rico Flores had a decent start, but couldn't play another down when October came around due to injuries. He had to have some significant surgery, and will miss spring camp. He isn't expected to be back until the fall.

Tobias Merriweather didn't even see the field until November because of a nasty injury to his foot during the fall.

Braylon James was mostly a special teams guy, nabbing 3 receptions last year for 11 yards, 2 of them coming against Long Island University (FCS). Given that pass-happy offense there and his excellent talent, I would have thought he'd get more receptions (they threw for over 4,000 yards in 2024).