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Mr. Laz · 03-17-2014, 02:13 PM

Brandon Weeden signs two-year deal with Cowboys

By Dan Hanzus
Around the League Writer
Published: March 17, 2014 at 04:06 p.m.
Brandon Weeden has quickly found a new home.

NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported Monday that the former Cleveland Browns quarterback has signed a two-year deal with the Dallas Cowboys, according to a team source. Weeden, 30, received a two-year deal for the league minimum. He still has $2.1 million guarantees on his rookie deal with the Browns.

Weeden met with the Cowboys on Monday, one week after the former first-round pick was released after two seasons in Cleveland in which he went 5-15 as a starter and posted a passer rating of 71.8. Kyle Orton is under contract to return as Tony Romo's backup, though the veteran is believed to be undecided about returning for another season.

Weeden was well-regarded by the Cowboys coming out of Oklahoma State, and the team clearly had him on their radar after it became clear a new regime in Cleveland intended to move on. Rapoport reported that Weeden also spoke with the Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals following his release.

Weeden acts as a cost-effective insurance policy for the Cowboys as they wait for official word on Orton. Even if Orton returns, the Cowboys could potentially keep three quarterbacks on their roster, something they haven't done since 2011. It's also possible the Cowboys look to trade Orton, who is regarded as one of the league's more capable backup QBs.
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Bewbies · 03-17-2014, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by Deberg_1990

JaMarcus Russell?
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Not even close.

ping2000 · 03-17-2014, 04:42 PM

Broncos said "**** it, you can have him."

Tombstone RJ · 03-17-2014, 04:43 PM

I liked Weeden coming out of OSU, he did not land in a good place to play QB, I mean, Cleveland is known as the Factory of Sadness for a reason. I think it's a good pick up for the pokes.

Pasta Little Brioni · 03-17-2014, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Tombstone RJ

I liked Weeden coming out of OSU, he did not land in a good place to play QB, I mean, Cleveland is known as the Factory of Sadness for a reason. I think it's a good pick up for the pokes.

Awful is awful

Bewbies · 03-17-2014, 04:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Tombstone RJ

I liked Weeden coming out of OSU, he did not land in a good place to play QB, I mean, Cleveland is known as the Factory of Sadness for a reason. I think it's a good pick up for the pokes.

He's really good at the left handed flip/interception.

Tombstone RJ · 03-17-2014, 05:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Bewbies

He's really good at the left handed flip/interception.

yah, he sucked at times, there's no doubt about that. I still think it's a good pickup for the pokes.

htismaqe · 03-17-2014, 05:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Tombstone RJ

yah, he sucked at times, there's no doubt about that. I still think it's a good pickup for the pokes.

The problem is that he has no upside. He's already old.

**Buzz** · 03-17-2014, 05:10 PM

Brandon Weeden could end up playing a significant role with Dallas Cowboys

By Eric Edholm 2 hours ago Shutdown Corner

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Before you scoff at reports that 30-year-old Brandon Weeden has signed a contract with the Dallas Cowboys – two easy targets in one if there ever was one – consider this haunting possibility:
If the Cowboys can part ways with DeMarcus Ware for a bloated contract this offseason, what's to stop them from doing the same next year with Tony Romo and his projected salary-cap number of $27.7 million?
[Be sure to check out Shutdown Corner's NFL free-agent rankings. Click here for the list of offensive players, and click here for the list of defensive and special teams players]
That could mean Weeden is your favorite — as of now — to be the Cowboys' Week 1 starter, circa September 2015. Current Cowboys backup Kyle Orton reportedly has wavered on his decision to come back next season, so that puts Weeden in play to be Romo's backup this season and at least in consideration to start if he does well and Romo is gone. Think about that a minute.
Yes, the Cowboys are mired in a cesspool of bad vibes these days, having shuttled off their entire defensive line and left themselves in a financial vice grip, which has only gotten worse with owner Jerry Jones doling out bad contracts over the years and now having to kick the can down the road even more.
You think the Cowboys' cap situation has been bad this year, leaving them unable to sign much incoming talent? Wait until next year.
Weeden is the first big name to come on board, and in a perfect world, he won't play a snap in 2014. The hope, however unlikely, is that Romo can make it through the season healthy after his second back surgery in as many years. That's why they paid him the big bucks, and a big Romo season might be the only thing keeping the Cowboys from a crash in '14.
But Weeden not only must be on ready alert this coming season, but as we mentioned above, he really could be in the picture for 2015. This was a smart landing spot for player and team, and Weeden has a chance to save his career, which went badly off course with the Cleveland Browns.
The former 22nd overall pick has talent and smarts, and it could be cultivated if the Cowboys put him in a position to succeed without the unreal expectations of being a savior. Don't laugh — this signing could end up having a big effect on the Cowboys this season and next.

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Eric Edholm is a writer for Shutdown Corner on Yahoo Sports. Have a tip? Email him at edholm@yahoo-inc.com or follow him on Twitter! Follow @Eric_Edholm

Kman34 · 03-17-2014, 05:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Buzz

Brandon Weeden could end up playing a significant role with Dallas Cowboys

By Eric Edholm 2 hours ago Shutdown Corner

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Before you scoff at reports that 30-year-old Brandon Weeden has signed a contract with the Dallas Cowboys – two easy targets in one if there ever was one – consider this haunting possibility:
If the Cowboys can part ways with DeMarcus Ware for a bloated contract this offseason, what's to stop them from doing the same next year with Tony Romo and his projected salary-cap number of $27.7 million?
[Be sure to check out Shutdown Corner's NFL free-agent rankings. Click here for the list of offensive players, and click here for the list of defensive and special teams players]
That could mean Weeden is your favorite — as of now — to be the Cowboys' Week 1 starter, circa September 2015. Current Cowboys backup Kyle Orton reportedly has wavered on his decision to come back next season, so that puts Weeden in play to be Romo's backup this season and at least in consideration to start if he does well and Romo is gone. Think about that a minute.
Yes, the Cowboys are mired in a cesspool of bad vibes these days, having shuttled off their entire defensive line and left themselves in a financial vice grip, which has only gotten worse with owner Jerry Jones doling out bad contracts over the years and now having to kick the can down the road even more.
You think the Cowboys' cap situation has been bad this year, leaving them unable to sign much incoming talent? Wait until next year.
Weeden is the first big name to come on board, and in a perfect world, he won't play a snap in 2014. The hope, however unlikely, is that Romo can make it through the season healthy after his second back surgery in as many years. That's why they paid him the big bucks, and a big Romo season might be the only thing keeping the Cowboys from a crash in '14.
But Weeden not only must be on ready alert this coming season, but as we mentioned above, he really could be in the picture for 2015. This was a smart landing spot for player and team, and Weeden has a chance to save his career, which went badly off course with the Cleveland Browns.
The former 22nd overall pick has talent and smarts, and it could be cultivated if the Cowboys put him in a position to succeed without the unreal expectations of being a savior. Don't laugh — this signing could end up having a big effect on the Cowboys this season and next.

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Eric Edholm is a writer for Shutdown Corner on Yahoo Sports. Have a tip? Email him at edholm@yahoo-inc.com or follow him on Twitter! Follow @Eric_Edholm

I know it said not to laugh but....

Jimmya · 03-17-2014, 05:35 PM

People loving it here in Texas.

ThaVirus · 03-17-2014, 06:00 PM

I hate Cowboys fans and would love nothing more than to see that happen, but I highly doubt Weeden is the day 1 starter for any franchise.

**LoneWolf** · 03-17-2014, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Bewbies

In the last 20-30 years who has played QB worse than Weeden? I can't think of anyone even remotely close...

Ryan Leaf
Heath Shuler
Akili Smith
Brodie Croyle

**buddha** · 03-17-2014, 08:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Deberg_1990

JaMarcus Russell?
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True dat. Nobody was worse than JaMarcus.

**Ragged Robin** · 03-17-2014, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by SNR

He's only one year younger than Kyle Orton

And older than Alex Smith who's going into his 10th season

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Originally Posted by LoneWolf

Ryan Leaf
Heath Shuler
Akili Smith
Brodie Croyle

Jamarcus Russell, Jimmy Clausen, etc.

**Rausch** · 03-17-2014, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by SNR

He's only one year younger than Kyle Orton

I think they're grooming him to be their next Back up QB /Head Coach...

03-17-2014, 02:13 PM
Mr. Laz Don't Tease Me Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: KS Casino cash: $11047037	Weeden signs with Cowboys Brandon Weeden signs two-year deal with Cowboys By Dan Hanzus Around the League Writer Published: March 17, 2014 at 04:06 p.m. Brandon Weeden has quickly found a new home. NFL Media Insider Ian Rapoport reported Monday that the former Cleveland Browns quarterback has signed a two-year deal with the Dallas Cowboys, according to a team source. Weeden, 30, received a two-year deal for the league minimum. He still has $2.1 million guarantees on his rookie deal with the Browns. Weeden met with the Cowboys on Monday, one week after the former first-round pick was released after two seasons in Cleveland in which he went 5-15 as a starter and posted a passer rating of 71.8. Kyle Orton is under contract to return as Tony Romo's backup, though the veteran is believed to be undecided about returning for another season. Weeden was well-regarded by the Cowboys coming out of Oklahoma State, and the team clearly had him on their radar after it became clear a new regime in Cleveland intended to move on. Rapoport reported that Weeden also spoke with the Baltimore Ravens and Cincinnati Bengals following his release. Weeden acts as a cost-effective insurance policy for the Cowboys as they wait for official word on Orton. Even if Orton returns, the Cowboys could potentially keep three quarterbacks on their roster, something they haven't done since 2011. It's also possible the Cowboys look to trade Orton, who is regarded as one of the league's more capable backup QBs. http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap200...gn=Twitter_atl Weeden was in desperate need of a fresh start. Now he's got it. The "Around The League Podcast" breaks down all the free agency moves and hands out a fleet of high-octane sandwiches.
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Buzz I like Pie! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: In my garage Casino cash: $10016623	Brandon Weeden could end up playing a significant role with Dallas Cowboys By Eric Edholm 2 hours ago Shutdown Corner 0 shares Content preferences Before you scoff at reports that 30-year-old Brandon Weeden has signed a contract with the Dallas Cowboys – two easy targets in one if there ever was one – consider this haunting possibility: If the Cowboys can part ways with DeMarcus Ware for a bloated contract this offseason, what's to stop them from doing the same next year with Tony Romo and his projected salary-cap number of $27.7 million? [Be sure to check out Shutdown Corner's NFL free-agent rankings. Click here for the list of offensive players, and click here for the list of defensive and special teams players] That could mean Weeden is your favorite — as of now — to be the Cowboys' Week 1 starter, circa September 2015. Current Cowboys backup Kyle Orton reportedly has wavered on his decision to come back next season, so that puts Weeden in play to be Romo's backup this season and at least in consideration to start if he does well and Romo is gone. Think about that a minute. Yes, the Cowboys are mired in a cesspool of bad vibes these days, having shuttled off their entire defensive line and left themselves in a financial vice grip, which has only gotten worse with owner Jerry Jones doling out bad contracts over the years and now having to kick the can down the road even more. You think the Cowboys' cap situation has been bad this year, leaving them unable to sign much incoming talent? Wait until next year. Weeden is the first big name to come on board, and in a perfect world, he won't play a snap in 2014. The hope, however unlikely, is that Romo can make it through the season healthy after his second back surgery in as many years. That's why they paid him the big bucks, and a big Romo season might be the only thing keeping the Cowboys from a crash in '14. But Weeden not only must be on ready alert this coming season, but as we mentioned above, he really could be in the picture for 2015. This was a smart landing spot for player and team, and Weeden has a chance to save his career, which went badly off course with the Cleveland Browns. The former 22nd overall pick has talent and smarts, and it could be cultivated if the Cowboys put him in a position to succeed without the unreal expectations of being a savior. Don't laugh — this signing could end up having a big effect on the Cowboys this season and next. - - - - - - - Eric Edholm is a writer for Shutdown Corner on Yahoo Sports. Have a tip? Email him at edholm@yahoo-inc.com or follow him on Twitter! Follow @Eric_Edholm
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