I agree with everything you said, but it's more than paying 1 player. Quite recently JR made Byard the highest paid safety in the league. Lewan the highest paid LT. And will possibly extend Henry and Tannehill for good money. This team has some pretty big contacts on the books. That said, I still resign Tannehill and Henry, I feel you have to. If Conklin wants LT money, gotta let him walk. I like him, but don't think he's worth that much. I'd rather resign Ryan.
I'd love for JR to be able to spin it as they've built a family, and their Super Bowl window is open to get these guys to give a bit of a home town discount. I feel a couple of them might. They always stood behind Conklin, stating he was always the starting RT regardless of media and fan chatter. I hope that pays dividends come contract negotiations.