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ShowtimeSBMVP · 11:13 AM

Executives crying foul over Emmanuel Sanders deal

By Ian Rapoport NFL.com
NFL Media Insider
Published: March 16, 2014 at 12:05 a.m. Updated: March 16, 2014 at 12:19 a.m. 8 Likes | 2 Comments
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Emmanuel Sanders is expected to sign with the Broncos tomorrow, but the process that led him there left the other teams involved fuming and crying foul. One team official claimed Sanders' agent broke "every rule in negotiations."

Agent Steve Weinberg, on behalf of the receiver, accepted a deal with the Chiefs in principle, according to one team source. Weinberg then engaged in negotiations with the Tampa Bay Bucs, according to another source involved in the process.

While shopping the Chiefs offer to the Bucs, Weinberg never explained that he had already accepted the terms of Kansas City's offer. Later in the night, Sanders' agent had agreed to terms with the Broncos, which is where he is currently headed. Sanders and Weinberg also rankled the 49ers by agreeing to visit, then blowing it off.

"This was one of the worst situations in modern football negotiations," one executive involved said. "Totally wrong. This needs to be stopped."

Reached at his home late Saturday, Weinberg declined to comment on the record when informed of the allegations.

The Dallas-based agent was recently reinstated by the NFL Players Association, which had barred and decertified him in 2003 because it had reportedly found he diverted assets to an offshore account during a dispute with a partner and collecting a fee from a client prematurely. Weinberg later filed suit against the NFLPA and its top officials, alleging they illegally took away his certification for eight years, along with past, present and future income of clients.

Weinberg has two clients currently on NFL teams, not including Sanders. He had 42 before he was barred.

While Weinberg broke no laws in accepting a deal, the entire situation infuriated those he dealt with. It is commonly accepted in the league that once two sides agree to a deal -- in writing or in handshake form -- that's the end of the story. Instead, by Weinberg shopping the Chiefs deal and then not informing the Bucs that a deal had been reached showed another side of the business. It is unclear if the Broncos were aware of the previous actions.

"When a man gives you his words and pulls out," one executive said, "then gives another team your word and pulls out, then gives another team his word ... Not proper."

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Denver is giving former Steelers WR Emmanuel Sanders a 3-year, $15M contract. Team announced agreement.

SPATCH · 03-16-2014, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by hometeam

Filing a grievance will get the same done as not.

Nothing.

It doesn't matter.

You have to use every avenue at your disposal to, at the very least, shed light on unethical practices. Especially when it is your rival that is meddling in your affairs.

Jam this deal up as much as possible.

mcaj22 · 03-16-2014, 11:18 AM

their under the cap because they cut their cap eating slow CB

ya know something we should do someday

penbrook · 03-16-2014, 11:19 AM

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Originally Posted by OldSchool

I don't know about Commings being the starter. Big question mark there.

It's gonna be either Abdullah or Parker.

ShowtimeSBMVP · 03-16-2014, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by mcaj22

their under the cap because they cut their cap eating slow CB

ya know something we should do someday

Cutting Flowers in 2015 is better for the Chiefs

**Easy 6** · 03-16-2014, 11:21 AM

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Originally Posted by OldSchool

Player who is most like Keenan Allen in this draft?

Jordan Matthews. One hell of a work ethic also.

I just hate having to rely on a rookie at that position, its so rare for them to immediately get up to speed in the pro game... if they pan out at all.

penbrook · 03-16-2014, 11:22 AM

Is Emmanuel Sanders worth 7 million more than Julian Edelman?

mcaj22 · 03-16-2014, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiefsandO'sfan

Cutting Flowers in 2015 is better for the Chiefs

thats why i said someday. playing for the year 2016 since 1971. Chiefs Way

TEX · 03-16-2014, 11:22 AM

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Originally Posted by pugsnotdrugs19

I do love how Elway thinks he can buy that 35 point differential in the Super Bowl lol....
PFF grades Talib out as way worse than DRC, so lets throw him the 57 million because he has a bigger name!

At least he's trying instead of just talking. Denver had gotten much better in Free Agency this year. The Chiefs have gotten worse. Oh well, it is what it is. One step forward last year and make the playoffs, two steps backwards this year and fall off the map. Shit gets old.

'Hamas' Jenkins · 03-16-2014, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by scott free

I just hate having to rely on a rookie at that position, its so rare for them to immediately get up to speed in the pro game... if they pan out at all.

This team isn't winning the SB next year. I wouldn't worry about the learning curve at all.

cutthemdown · 03-16-2014, 11:23 AM

Wow this really stinks for you Queef fans. Usually you can say the Broncos FA picks suck but this one you all gushed about first as you thought you were getting him. Silly little never win a playoff game Chiefs!

Broncos have gotten better, and the Cheifs, umm you have gotten worst again. What's up with that oline?

TEX · 03-16-2014, 11:23 AM

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Originally Posted by mcaj22

thats why i said someday. playing for the year 2016 since 1971. Chiefs Way

Yep.

pugsnotdrugs19 · 03-16-2014, 11:24 AM

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Originally Posted by OldSchool

I don't know about Commings being the starter. Big question mark there.

It certainly is, but we need a receiver desperately and we don't pick until round 3 after the first so.... I think I feel better about Abdullah or Commings starting than a late rookie

Direckshun · 03-16-2014, 11:24 AM

So I look at their roster, and I see a 16-0 team.

penbrook · 03-16-2014, 11:24 AM

Per Jacobs71

The NFL still needs to approve the Denver Broncos contract to Emmanuel Sanders when they send it to the league office. Just saying.

Desheveler · 03-16-2014, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by ChiefsandO'sfan

Cutting Flowers in 2015 is better for the Chiefs

Trade him to Tampa now for whatever we can get. They missed on Tillman and need a corner.

03-13-2014, 06:39 PM
ShowtimeSBMVP Chiefs Join Date: Feb 2009 Casino cash: $1246009	WR Emmanuel Sanders signs with Denver - Executives cry foul Executives crying foul over Emmanuel Sanders deal By Ian Rapoport NFL.com NFL Media Insider Published: March 16, 2014 at 12:05 a.m. Updated: March 16, 2014 at 12:19 a.m. 8 Likes \| 2 Comments Email Print Read Discuss Emmanuel Sanders is expected to sign with the Broncos tomorrow, but the process that led him there left the other teams involved fuming and crying foul. One team official claimed Sanders' agent broke "every rule in negotiations." Agent Steve Weinberg, on behalf of the receiver, accepted a deal with the Chiefs in principle, according to one team source. Weinberg then engaged in negotiations with the Tampa Bay Bucs, according to another source involved in the process. While shopping the Chiefs offer to the Bucs, Weinberg never explained that he had already accepted the terms of Kansas City's offer. Later in the night, Sanders' agent had agreed to terms with the Broncos, which is where he is currently headed. Sanders and Weinberg also rankled the 49ers by agreeing to visit, then blowing it off. "This was one of the worst situations in modern football negotiations," one executive involved said. "Totally wrong. This needs to be stopped." Reached at his home late Saturday, Weinberg declined to comment on the record when informed of the allegations. The Dallas-based agent was recently reinstated by the NFL Players Association, which had barred and decertified him in 2003 because it had reportedly found he diverted assets to an offshore account during a dispute with a partner and collecting a fee from a client prematurely. Weinberg later filed suit against the NFLPA and its top officials, alleging they illegally took away his certification for eight years, along with past, present and future income of clients. Weinberg has two clients currently on NFL teams, not including Sanders. He had 42 before he was barred. While Weinberg broke no laws in accepting a deal, the entire situation infuriated those he dealt with. It is commonly accepted in the league that once two sides agree to a deal -- in writing or in handshake form -- that's the end of the story. Instead, by Weinberg shopping the Chiefs deal and then not informing the Bucs that a deal had been reached showed another side of the business. It is unclear if the Broncos were aware of the previous actions. "When a man gives you his words and pulls out," one executive said, "then gives another team your word and pulls out, then gives another team his word ... Not proper." Adam Schefter ✔ @AdamSchefter Follow Denver is giving former Steelers WR Emmanuel Sanders a 3-year, $15M contract. Team announced agreement. Last edited by ShowtimeSBMVP; 03-16-2014 at 11:13 AM..
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