WR Emmanuel Sanders signs with Denver - Executives cry foul

[ShowtimeSBMVP]

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.

[FloridaMan88]

Originally Posted by Direckshun

Exactly.

Chiefs just need to get back to work, locate the best possible FA on their board , get the guy in ASAP, and get a win.

Yeah all they need is a starting right guard, depth all across the offensive line, at least two additional WR's (preferably one that can push for a starting role), a free safety to compete for a starting role, cornerback depth and defensive line depth.

But hey all that can be addressed in the draft, right?

[pugsnotdrugs19]

Originally Posted by Strongside

FFS, no one is asking that we make a big splash and sign big names. Just that we sign guys that make sense, make the team better, and aren't named Jason Avant.

it just feels like so many are expecting us to keep pace with Denver, and that isn't remotely possible. Just picture next year, when Denver has absolutely nothing to spend with key FA's about to hit the market.

[ShowtimeSBMVP]

Emmanuel Sanders changed Dallas agents from Jordan Woy to Steve Weinberg just days before start of FA. Chiefs say dispute over, no big deal

— Ed Werder (@Edwerderespn) March 16, 2014

[milkman]

Originally Posted by Direckshun

Actually, at 33, Smith should pretty much be the same player.

He's a pocket passer.

He's a pocket passer, but only really starting to develop as one.

The rest of his tools will begin to decline in the next 3 years, including his arm strength and mobility.

[Direckshun]

Originally Posted by KCChiefsFan88

Yeah all they need is a starting right guard, depth all across the offensive line, at least two additional WR's (preferably one that can push for a starting role), a free safety to compete for a starting role, cornerback depth and defensive line depth.

But hey all that can be addressed in the draft, right?

Almost all of it, yes.

[Saccopoo]

Originally Posted by Reerun_KC

God dammit I am sick of our quest for mediocrity.... How many years is enough. When will the fans stand up and say enough is enough?

[Strongside]

Originally Posted by pugsnotdrugs19

it just feels like so many are expecting us to keep pace with Denver, and that isn't remotely possible. Just picture next year, when Denver has absolutely nothing to spend with key FA's about to hit the market.

Denver will have nothing to spend, hopefully no Lombardi trophy, and Brock ****ing Osweiler as their starting quarterback.

No worries, though. I'm sure they'll figure out a way to trade for Aaron Rodgers.

[jd1020]

Originally Posted by milkman

He's a pocket passer, but only really starting to develop as one.

The rest of his tools will begin to decline in the next 3 years, including his arm strength and mobility.

That's perfect. Exactly around the same time the 49ers will be looking to trade Gabbert.

[Mav]

Originally Posted by LoneWolf

What does you advocating Ebron who is a tight end have anything to do with Commings ability or inability to play FS?

just correlation between not wanting to put the eggs all in one basket on Travis kelce. Ie not putting all the eggs in a basket for commings.

Sorry, I should of clarified that.

[Strongside]

Originally Posted by Direckshun

Almost all of it, yes.

That's only, like, the best draft ever.

Dorsey took 1 guy last year that had any sort of impact.

Hope he's planning on upping his average.

[Mile High Mania]

Originally Posted by pugsnotdrugs19

it just feels like so many are expecting us to keep pace with Denver, and that isn't remotely possible. Just picture next year, when Denver has absolutely nothing to spend with key FA's about to hit the market.

So, you don't think they'll have money to spend, eh?

[FloridaMan88]

Originally Posted by Strongside

That's only, like, the best draft ever.

Dorsey took 1 guy last year that had any sort of impact.

Hope he's planning on upping his average.

And with only 6 draft picks as of now, including no draft picks in the second round.

[The Bad Guy]

Originally Posted by Reerun_KC

God dammit I am sick of our quest for mediocrity.... How many years is enough. When will the fans stand up and say enough is enough?

There has to be something mentally wrong with you.

When will fans stand up and say enough is enough? Oh, I don't know how about the 2012 season? Remember that one?

There is no quest for mediocrity. Look at the money spent on talent and coaches. People who want to be mediocre, aren't investing that much.

It's a tired rationalization which basically means they aren't building the team with the players I want, so I'll keep using this line.

[OrtonsPiercedTaint]

Originally Posted by ChiefsandO'sfan

Emmanuel Sanders in Broncos presser on whether he had a deal with the Chiefs: 'There was no handshake.'

— Aaron Wilson (@RavensInsider) March 16, 2014

Haley taught him well

[Easy 6]

Originally Posted by Strongside

FFS, no one is asking that we make a big splash and sign big names. Just that we sign guys that make sense, make the team better, and aren't named Jason Avant.

This... I said all along I didnt want to pay out the ass for a Byrd type player, but someone like a Ward would've made perfect sense for less money.

Didnt ask for superstars, just a starting quality upgrade at our two biggest positions of need... instead, Denver has now taken a dump on our plate twice.