If you want to get a deal, negotiate with the teams yourself. Say, "I want this much, and no less, but I'll show up to camp on time." It doesn't seem that hard to me.
Lou HoltzI follow three rules: Do the right thing, do the best you can, and always show people you care. Youโve got to make a sincere attempt to have the right goals to begin with, then go after them with appropriate effort, and remember that you canโt really achieve anything great without the help of others.
Lou Holtz