Chryst took a lesser buyout than he was entitled if he could have the money upfront and not have the buyout reduced by future earnings. Pretty sweet deal for both parties — WI is off the hook for a lot of the money and gets to deal with a known amount, Chryst has the opportunity to double dip and make even more.
Guessing this was never an option for SF as he will likely never smell big money again.
Guessing this was never an option for SF as he will likely never smell big money again.