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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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**RealSNR** · 03-16-2014, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Saccopoo

Sure it is.

You've just confirmed that.

In what way? Your argument was logically valid, but it wasn't a good argument. It had some pretty bad premises that it was operating under.

Direckshun · 03-16-2014, 12:45 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SNR

"Albert sucks?"

"Linkenbach is Schwartz?"

Those sound like emotional claims to me, when Branden Albert was our best and most consistent offensive lineman all season and Jeff Linkenbach doesn't have near the resume or the productive play that Schwartz enjoyed before he signed with the Chiefs.

Yup.

Really, all of SNR's posts is dead on.

I agree with Sac's optimism (though mine's more cautious), it does stand to reason that OL is going to be a problem for at least the opening month of next year as the team gets it shit together. Especially if we're dealing with Denver, Seattle, or any team that brings pain on the DL.

Direckshun · 03-16-2014, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SNR

In what way? Your argument was logically valid, but it wasn't a good argument. It had some pretty bad premises that it was operating under.

In philosophy parlance, you'd argue that the logic of his conclusion was sound, but that the truth of his premises is troublesome.

CaliforniaChief · 03-16-2014, 12:47 PM

This thread is absolutely priceless...let's go back and do a post-mortem, shall we?

1. Sanders is coming to KC for a visit!
2. What's taking him so long to get to KC?!?
3. Ok good, he's here.
4. True fan sidebar.
5. Black Bob Attacks!
6. Oh crap, Sanders is going to San Francisco!
7. No problem, he JUST got to KC. All's good.
8. Things got personal. REEEEEEEAL personal.
9. Reminiscing about Chiefs Coalition and the good old days.
10.Sanders is staying the night.
11. Who's Sanders?
12. Oh yeah, any minute this is happening.
13. Schefter tweets.
14. *&@*$*#(%*@&#$*(!($*
15. Meltdown
16. He's still in KC.
17. Rapopport story.
18. *#(@*&$&(#$*(*@(*$
19. Screw Denver
20. Back to the offensive line.

saphojunkie · 03-16-2014, 12:47 PM

I suppose I should be happy that my dream of Marquise Lee as a chief is getting closer and closer to reality.

Direckshun · 03-16-2014, 12:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CaliforniaChief

This thread is absolutely priceless...let's go back and do a post-mortem, shall we?

1. Sanders is coming to KC for a visit!
2. What's taking him so long to get to KC?!?
3. Ok good, he's here.
4. True fan sidebar.
5. Black Bob Attacks!
6. Oh crap, Sanders is going to San Francisco!
7. No problem, he JUST got to KC. All's good.
8. Things got personal. REEEEEEEAL personal.
9. Reminiscing about Chiefs Coalition and the good old days.
10.Sanders is staying the night.
11. Who's Sanders?
12. Oh yeah, any minute this is happening.
13. Schefter tweets.
14. *&@*$*#(%*@&#$*(!($*
15. Meltdown
16. He's still in KC.
17. Rapopport story.
18. *#(@*&$&(#$*(*@(*$
19. Screw Denver
20. Back to the offensive line.

/thread

**BigMeatballDave** · 03-16-2014, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by -King-

This has been the worst off season from a forum perspective since I've been here. Forum has sucked since the end of the season.

Self-loathing Planet.

Direckshun · 03-16-2014, 12:48 PM

Seriously, we should just close the thread. That was perfect.

ShowtimeSBMVP · 03-16-2014, 12:49 PM

Will Montgomery - C - Free Agent
The Broncos will visit with free agent C/G Will Montgomery early this week.
The Denver Post suggests Montgomery would be the Broncos' starting center, with Manuel Ramirez kicking to left guard to replace free-agent departure Zane Beadles. Montgomery was drafted by John Fox's Panthers back in 2006.
Related: Broncos

Do they ever stop

ShowtimeSBMVP · 03-16-2014, 12:50 PM

See---->RT @Broncos: Emmanuel Sanders has officially signed with the #Broncos. RT to welcome him to Denver! pic.twitter.com/RSq10QyNlw
— Josina Anderson (@JosinaAnderson) March 16, 2014

**** him

CaliforniaChief · 03-16-2014, 12:51 PM

Someone needs to start photo-shopping that picture. Seriously. We could have some good fun with that.

tecumseh · 03-16-2014, 12:52 PM

Albert didn't suck. Chiefs could no longer afford him. Lickinback was serviceable for the Colts, now hopefully he'l improve with us. Chiefs wiffed on Schwartz. Plain and simple. Story so far.

In58men · 03-16-2014, 12:53 PM

TIME TO MOVE ON AND STOP DWELLING LOL

Strongside · 03-16-2014, 12:55 PM

Sanders is dead to me. I hope all of these ****-tards enjoy 2014 because they're all getting their asses cut when it comes time to pay guys like Miller, Thomas and co...

You've sold your soul to the devil, Emmanuel. Now burn in hell, prick.

penbrook · 03-16-2014, 12:57 PM

Per Adam Teicher

Not expecting #Chiefs to say anything publicly on this Sanders situation, but don't be confused. They're plenty mad

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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CaliforniaChief #RIPAce Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: So Cal Casino cash: $10605899	This thread is absolutely priceless...let's go back and do a post-mortem, shall we? 1. Sanders is coming to KC for a visit! 2. What's taking him so long to get to KC?!? 3. Ok good, he's here. 4. True fan sidebar. 5. Black Bob Attacks! 6. Oh crap, Sanders is going to San Francisco! 7. No problem, he JUST got to KC. All's good. 8. Things got personal. REEEEEEEAL personal. 9. Reminiscing about Chiefs Coalition and the good old days. 10.Sanders is staying the night. 11. Who's Sanders? 12. Oh yeah, any minute this is happening. 13. Schefter tweets. 14. &@$#(%@&#$(!($ 15. Meltdown 16. He's still in KC. 17. Rapopport story. 18. #(@&$&(#$(@(*$ 19. Screw Denver 20. Back to the offensive line.
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