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ShowtimeSBMVP · 11:13 AM

Executives crying foul over Emmanuel Sanders deal

By Ian Rapoport NFL.com
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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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Direckshun · 03-16-2014, 11:25 AM

NFL will approve it.

Again, what was broken here was a non-legally-enforced custom. There's nothing in the NFL's bylaws about it.

All that can be done is for teams to start ostracizing this agent, and for players to start avoiding him.

Simplicity · 03-16-2014, 11:25 AM

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Originally Posted by cutthemdown

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?

Some people's kids...

Titty Meat · 03-16-2014, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Mavericks Ace

Nope. And don't care too. Now just hoping that Berry, or Joe Mays break his screws in his feet.

He will easily burn both of the players you mentioned.

Direckshun · 03-16-2014, 11:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Desheveler

Trade him to Tampa now for whatever we can get.

Not the worst idea in the world.

But we should trade him for a valuable pick. Makes no sense to trade him for peanuts.

pugsnotdrugs19 · 03-16-2014, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by cutthemdown

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?

I would acknowledge what you posted but I couldn't help but notice you type like a immature teenage girl. You should maybe add the word 'like' in there more, it'll make you sound more sassy.

cutthemdown · 03-16-2014, 11:27 AM

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Originally Posted by penbook

Is Emmanuel Sanders worth 7 million more than Julian Edelman?

Sanders is better playing outside then Edleman is, and probably more top end speed, so yes he is worth more. Where do you get 7 million though?

Titty Meat · 03-16-2014, 11:27 AM

After trading for smith and drafting fisher I wasn't excited for the season now getting nobody in free agency and drafting a guard im again not excited for this season.

**The Franchise** · 03-16-2014, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by 'Hamas' Jenkins

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

We should be starting a good number of young players this season for this very reason.

Sorter · 03-16-2014, 11:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cutthemdown

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?

Mother****erJones · 03-16-2014, 11:28 AM

Haha all these tucking bronco trolls hide when they get rolled in the Super Bowl. Now they're out full force because they get Sanders and screw us.

Florida_Bronco · 03-16-2014, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by vailpass

So every gm should ask every agent if their client is available every time? The agent is the one out of line here. Elway had nothing to do with that.
Someone is going to sign Emmanuel and you expect Elway to say "nah, I'll forego a needed addition and let somEone else have him"?
This isn't high school.

Not the Broncos problem. Until pad meets paper, Sanders is and was a free agent and the Broncos were free to do what they wish. Under the statute of frauds in every state I'm aware of, any contract to exceed one year must be in writing to be enforceable.

Sanders agent can get sanctioned for unethical behavior (depending on the circumstances) but anyone who thinks Denver did anything unethical and/or will be punished is living in la-la land.

Messier · 03-16-2014, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Chocolate Hog

After trading for smith and drafting fisher I wasn't excited for the season now getting nobody in free agency and drafting a guard im again not excited for this season.

The draft already happened?

Desheveler · 03-16-2014, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Direckshun

Not the worst idea in the world.

But we should trade him for a valuable pick. Makes no sense to trade him for peanuts.

If we could get a second for him with an additional pick it would be ideal but they traded for a corner last year and giving an early pick might not go over well in Tampa.

**Easy 6** · 03-16-2014, 11:29 AM

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Originally Posted by 'Hamas' Jenkins

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

With the right moves we might've made a helluva push though, IMO.

Quote:

Originally Posted by cutthemdown

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?

Worst? sorry, I just cant take your smack seriously when you are incapable of using correct English... go clean your room before Mom gets mad.

Mother****erJones · 03-16-2014, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cutthemdown

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?

you stupid illiterate ****ing bastard before I blow my load all over your mothers face again

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ShowtimeSBMVP Chiefs Join Date: Feb 2009 Casino cash: $1256009	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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