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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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tecumseh · 03-14-2014, 11:39 AM

1:40 pm EST and no news about Emanuel? C'mon.

Mother****erJones · 03-14-2014, 11:42 AM

Likely just got in

rico · 03-14-2014, 11:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RunKC

The 49ers are Dorsey and Reid's dream scenario for the trenches.

That's why that team can win vs any team.

So what you are saying is that Reid and Dorsey realllly like Gabbert and the chances of him being our QBOTF in a couple years are pretty high because of them??? So are we going to give up 2 seconds for him or a 6th?!?!?!?! I WONDER IF THEY FEEL LIKE EMMANUEL SANDERS AND BLAINE GABBERT WOULD HAVE SOME GOOD MOJO TOGETHER!?!?!?!?!?!!?!?!?!

**Easy 6** · 03-14-2014, 12:13 PM

Bowe, Sanders, Jenkins, Avery, Dressler, Rookie.

That would be my pick 6.

Cannibal · 03-14-2014, 12:21 PM

I thought Hemmingway was pretty reliable last year. I'd keep him on.

OldSchool · 03-14-2014, 12:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cannibal

I thought Hemmingway was pretty reliable last year. I'd keep him on.

I'd keep him over Dressler and let Sanders kick down into the slot in trips sets.

saphojunkie · 03-14-2014, 12:23 PM

Bowe
Sanders
Jenkins
Beckham/Lee/Mathews
Hemmingway

I think we'd only carry five, and that's who I'd pick. I think Jenkins and Avery are redundant, and Jenkins has more upside. Beckham could return kicks, but if he's gone, I'd take Marquise Lee or Jordan Mathews and let a RB/DB return kicks.

FYI that would be three first round WR on our roster.

ToxSocks · 03-14-2014, 12:24 PM

I'd keep Hemingway simply for Special Teams. He had a lot of key tackles last season on Special Teams. He's our next Copper. As a WR, he's a JAG.

rico · 03-14-2014, 12:25 PM

Call me crazy, but I think Jenkins flashed a bit at the very end...I think in the playoff game I remember thinking to myself a couple times, "hmm, that was nice, Jenkins." I don't have my hopes up for the guy or anything...but I'm not totally convinced that we can't get SOMETHING out of this 1st round pick from only 2 years ago.

Haha...Baldwin....

ShowtimeSBMVP · 03-14-2014, 12:25 PM

Emmanuel Sanders, all things being equal, would be a very good schematic and WR-composition fit for the #Chiefs.
— Louis Riddick (@LRiddickESPN) March 14, 2014

**BigMeatballDave** · 03-14-2014, 12:26 PM

http://thejetpress.com/2014/03/14/vi...ets-postponed/

BIG_DADDY · 03-14-2014, 12:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rico

Call me crazy, but I think Jenkins flashed a bit at the very end...I think in the playoff game I remember thinking to myself a couple times, "hmm, that was nice, Jenkins." I don't have my hopes up for the guy or anything...but I'm not totally convinced that we can't get SOMETHING out of this 1st round pick from only 2 years ago.

Haha...Baldwin....

Baldwin most likely had better stats than Jenkins last year I would think.

**The Franchise** · 03-14-2014, 12:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BIG_DADDY

Baldwin most likely had better stats than Jenkins last year I would think.

Baldwin: 3 receptions for 28 yards
Jenkins: 8 receptions for 130 yards

**Mav** · 03-14-2014, 12:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BIG_DADDY

Baldwin most likely had better stats than Jenkins last year I would think.

Jon Baldwin, 3 catches for 38 yards.

Now that is minus Crabtree, manningham, them cutting Kyle Williams.

Aj Jenkins, 8 catches, 130 yards, despite being the 5th receiver at best.

ShowtimeSBMVP · 03-14-2014, 12:39 PM

The Emmanuel Sanders tour continues into the weekend. I’m told he’s set to visit the #49ers on Saturday. In KC now
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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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