My understanding that the Bombers had had least 800 large in space, going into FA. We also had/have a number of under producing vets to cut loose. There was a pretty deep FA pool, this year. The Bombers had more holes that the Albert Hall. So what was Walters to do?
Walters is doing exactly what he has to do (self preservation enters into it, as well)
Getting some established vets like Harris and Dressler (despite higher age/cost) was probably part of the plan, as well. We plugged a lot of holes in a hurry, the other day - and have drummed up some interest with something closer to a winning/entertaining product, going into the season, for the long suffering fan base.
The other shoe to fall, is the recruiting, and of course, we are all watching that