[larkinforever]

Also, if it's a tie, and setting aside any "fairness" considerations for the one who is ultimately not named the starter, I would think settling this sooner than later is much preferable for the team, so the starter can commence getting the bulk of the snaps sooner and build relatively more and earlier chemistry with the 1st team. There may also be a confidence building factor related to having additional weeks/months before the season knowing you are the starter (even after discounting out any iron sharpens iron benefits).

[larkinforever]

Also, if it's a tie, and setting aside any "fairness" considerations for the one who is ultimately not named the starter, I would think settling this sooner than later is much preferable for the team, so the starter can commence getting the bulk of the snaps sooner and build relatively more and earlier chemistry with the 1st team. There may also be a confidence building factor related to having additional weeks/months before the season knowing you are the starter (even after discounting out any iron sharpens iron benefits).