I would surmise that the talent knew better than anyone how over-hyped and overly optimistic full self-driving was (is), and what huge challenges still remain.

I would surmise that the talent knew better than anyone how over-hyped and overly optimistic full self-driving was (is), and what huge challenges still remain. Talent take the best deal for themselves while the getting is good. By the time the hype cycle is over, they're on either a tropical island or in some different field.