Traditional Medicine vs Modern Medicine

During Cincinnati's preseason opener in Atlanta, ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter wrote that the Bengals are "making a major push" to sign Atkins to a long-term extension. This "update" surfaced after reports that Atkins was meeting with agents Pat Dye Jr. and Bill Johnson for an extended period of time following Tuesday's practice in Atlanta. Atkins is projected to become one of, if not the highest, earner for a defensive tackle in league history. ..the confab was mostly just touching base, not a detailed rehashing of the team’s desire to reach a contract extension with the two-time Pro Bowl tackle. Perhaps a deal gets done – the agents have a good relationship with the Bengals, cut an extension for offensive tackle Andrew Whitworth not that long ago, and the two sides have had cursory discussions – but there is still a ways to go before ink meets paper... Following Schefter's report on Thursday, Pro Football Talk updated the story that no agreement is actually imminent. Per a source with knowledge of the situation, nothing is imminent between the Bengals and Atkins. The talks, which we’re told have been occurring for months, have no clear timeline.