I've been thinking a lot about this. Some might say too much. After reading Tom and Jed's comments about clean books and value, I've concluded that Tom has told Jed to have as few commitments as possible heading into the next CBA. I think their (the Ricketts and some other owners) plan is to radically alter free agency. I don't expect that they will extend Tucker; next year, they will not make any long-term commitments to high-dollar players.
So no, winning is not at the top of the list for our front office and owner.