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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.

mcaj22 · 03-16-2014, 09:11 PM

really cool of the Chiefs to just lay down and not defend themselves

lets any other scum bag agent out there (i'm sure there isn't just this one) know that the Chiefs can be a stepping stone for a shitty mid tier FA to get a better contract from a better team.

Way to be everyone's punching bag KC.

**LoneWolf** · 03-16-2014, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by mcaj22

really cool of the Chiefs to just lay down and not defend themselves

lets any other scum bag agent out there (i'm sure there isn't just this one) know that the Chiefs can be a stepping stone for a shitty mid tier FA to get a better contract from a better team.

Way to be everyone's punching bag KC.

In what way are they not defending themselves? Is Dorsey supposed to drive to Denver and strangle Sanders while simultaneously assaulting Elway's anus.

Mother****erJones · 03-16-2014, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by LoneWolf

In what way are they not defending themselves? Is Dorsey supposed to drive to Denver and strangle Sanders while simultaneously assaulting Elway's anus.

That's a start

Iconic · 03-16-2014, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by BryanBusby

I don't think it's tampering, but it's likely gonna get this agent permanently banned if someone pushes for it.

I'm more angry that these teams still negotiated with him after knowing he had an agreement with us... If one guy shits in your oatmeal it doesn't give everyone else the right to do it too.

Discuss Thrower · 03-16-2014, 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by mcaj22

really cool of the Chiefs to just lay down and not defend themselves

lets any other scum bag agent out there (i'm sure there isn't just this one) know that the Chiefs can be a stepping stone for a shitty mid tier FA to get a better contract from a better team.

Way to be everyone's punching bag KC.

That comes with the territory of being a small market team without a winning pedigree.

In58men · 03-16-2014, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by mcaj22

really cool of the Chiefs to just lay down and not defend themselves

lets any other scum bag agent out there (i'm sure there isn't just this one) know that the Chiefs can be a stepping stone for a shitty mid tier FA to get a better contract from a better team.

Way to be everyone's punching bag KC.

What are they suppose to do? Beg him to stay?

Direckshun · 03-16-2014, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by mcaj22

really cool of the Chiefs to just lay down and not defend themselves

lets any other scum bag agent out there (i'm sure there isn't just this one) know that the Chiefs can be a stepping stone for a shitty mid tier FA to get a better contract from a better team.

Way to be everyone's punching bag KC.

Right. I'm sure agents are banging down the doors to mimic an agent who lost 60 clients by getting disbarred.

Sounds like a real trend setter.

Mother****erJones · 03-16-2014, 09:23 PM

Not surprising since it's Denver. They're entire team and fan base is dogshit. They're out full force now that they got manning. Puffing their chests out like they're ****ing King Kong.

kc79 · 03-16-2014, 09:25 PM

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Originally Posted by Iconic

So other teams did know about us and Sanders. Isn't this tampering or some shit? WTF?

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Originally Posted by Iconic

No I don't want that prick on our team- I want compensation like that dumb slut who stuck a golf tee up her pooper gets compensation.

I know bro. I'm just messing. Now we can just draft our future HOF WR. Didn't they say buyer beware of FA. A lot of these high priced FA don't live up to their contracts.

booger · 03-16-2014, 09:25 PM

Smelways price match guarantee straight from the car lot days

chiefzilla1501 · 03-16-2014, 09:26 PM

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Originally Posted by Discuss Thrower

That comes with the territory of being a small market team without a winning pedigree.

We also had two previous GMs who were complete dickhead negotiators and lots of agents wouldn't do business with them. So it's not necessarily a bad thing that we're handling this with a little bit of class.

booger · 03-16-2014, 09:29 PM

Dammit Dorsey always check the carfax!

Direckshun · 03-16-2014, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by chiefzilla1501

We also had two previous GMs who were complete dickhead negotiators and lots of agents wouldn't do business with them. So it's not necessarily a bad thing that we're handling this with a little bit of class.

Good lord.

An explanation that involves sensible behavior amongst grown men.

The Planet may collapse under the weight of this heresy.

Mother****erJones · 03-16-2014, 09:34 PM

The best thing that can happen is agents turn on Elway somewhat.

vailpass · 03-16-2014, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Mother****erJones

The best thing that can happen is agents turn on Elway somewhat.

dude

03-13-2014, 06:39 PM
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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