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

O.city · 03-16-2014, 02:57 PM

W/L is a team statistic. Shouldn't be used as a Sole metric to judge qb play.

In58men · 03-16-2014, 02:57 PM

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Originally Posted by KCChiefsFan88

This.

Perhaps some of the posters here who are convinced that the Chiefs are doing everything right this offseason can explain how the Chiefs are improving off of the 11-5/one and done in the playoffs team from last season.

This team looks like a 7-9 team at best next year.

You're about to be bashed by all these true fans.

Messier · 03-16-2014, 02:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Inmem58

Charles and the defense carried this team.

Then they didn't. Three times we scored 28 or more points and lost. That shouldn't happen.

Iconic · 03-16-2014, 02:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Direckshun

Yeah, Cassel didn't even throw the ball to Bowe.

Smith hits Bowe for a buck-60 and a TD, and almost won the game single-handedly by hitting Bowe in stride. Bowe then shits the bed and steps out of bounds.

That ball was definitely poorly thrown.

In58men · 03-16-2014, 03:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Messier

Then they didn't. Three times we scored 28 or more points and lost. That shouldn't happen.

Smith probably threw a couple picks.

Discuss Thrower · 03-16-2014, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by splatbass

Harbough almost made it with him you brain dead moron. Then in the second year when they went to the SB Smith had a better W/L record than Kap. Smith's record the first half of the season was instrumental in them getting there. Last season many, many 49ers fans thought Harbough kept the wrong QB.

Smith's success in 2011 can be credited to three things: Harbaugh, the #2 defense in the league and Frank Gore.

Messier · 03-16-2014, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by Inmem58

You're about to be bashed by all these true fans.

You're not arguing with true fans. You and 88, and a few others are just so far in the everything sucks corner, anyone with a bit of positivity is a true fan where you're sitting.

In58men · 03-16-2014, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Discuss Thrower

Smith's success in 2011 can be credited to three things: Harbaugh, the #2 defense in the league and Frank Gore.

WRONG!!!!!!!!!!

It's a ALEX SMITH, he's the reason they went that far.

splatbass · 03-16-2014, 03:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Inmem58

Charles and the defense carried this team.

The Chiefs scored 44 points without Charles in the playoff game - and that defense you say carried the team gave up 45 points and a 28 point 3rd qtr lead.

You have to be the dumbest poster here. Not even close.

**Mr. Flopnuts** · 03-16-2014, 03:03 PM

Until the defense proves itself, this is a 6 win team at best. I'm not concerned with the personnel, I'm concerned with the guy who's using them, and scheming their plays.

The offense? Shit, who would have thought that? Alex is a stud.

In58men · 03-16-2014, 03:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Messier

You're not arguing with true fans. You and 88, and a few others are just so far in the everything sucks corner, anyone with a bit of positivity is a true fan where you're sitting.

Save all messages from this thread. If Alex Smith wins us a playoff game, I'll never post here again. Save that shit.

**BigMeatballDave** · 03-16-2014, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Inmem58

I love you.

You're the only reerun left bashing Alex.

Everyone else with a functioning brain sees that he's a pretty good QB.

We won't know if he's capable of winning a SB if the secondary can't cover guys.

In58men · 03-16-2014, 03:04 PM

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Originally Posted by splatbass

The Chiefs scored 44 points without Charles in the playoff game - and that defense you say carried the team gave up 45 points and a 28 point 3rd qtr lead.

You have to be the dumbest poster here. Not even close.

What did Alex Smith do down the stretch? Why couldn't we keep scoring like we did in the first half? He ****ing choked bro.

In58men · 03-16-2014, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by BCD

You're the only reerun left bashing Alex.

Everyone else with a functioning brain sees that he's a pretty good QB.

We won't know if he's capable of winning a SB if the secondary can't cover guys.

You'll understand me after this season.

Saccopoo · 03-16-2014, 03:07 PM

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Originally Posted by Inmem58

What did Alex Smith do down the stretch? Why couldn't we keep scoring like we did in the first half? He ****ing choked bro.

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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