Chiefs WR Emmanuel Sanders signs with Denver - Executives cry foul

ShowtimeSBMVP · 11:13 AM

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.

Urc Burry · 03-13-2014, 06:41 PM

I can get excited about that

DTLB58 · 03-13-2014, 06:41 PM

Well alrighty then.

OldSchool · 03-13-2014, 06:41 PM

Yes! Finally something to really look forward to.

But does this mean we don't go WR in the 1st?

ShowtimeSBMVP · 03-13-2014, 06:41 PM

Hoover · 03-13-2014, 06:42 PM

He would be a great compliment to Bowe.

Mr_Tomahawk · 03-13-2014, 06:42 PM

Finally.

Get a pass rusher in the 1st now.

MTG#10 · 03-13-2014, 06:42 PM

Another #2 WR to go with our current #2 in Bowe. I'd still draft one in the 1st.

Chiefs=Champions · 03-13-2014, 06:42 PM

Replacement for Avery?

Mr_Tomahawk · 03-13-2014, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OldSchool

Yes! Finally something to really look forward to.

But does this mean we don't go WR in the 1st?

This draft is deep with WRs. Don't waste a 1st on one.

htismaqe · 03-13-2014, 06:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by OldSchool

Yes! Finally something to really look forward to.

But does this mean we don't go WR in the 1st?

Emmanuel Sanders and Dee Ford in the 1st? I'll take it.

ShowtimeSBMVP · 03-13-2014, 06:43 PM

Emmanuel Sanders visits the Chiefs on Friday, according to a source. Has already visited Jaguars, Buccaneers, making the rounds
— Aaron Wilson (@RavensInsider) March 14, 2014

htismaqe · 03-13-2014, 06:44 PM

And yes, this is probably the best news of the offseason so far. The Walker signing would be pretty boss, though.

**The Bad Guy** · 03-13-2014, 06:44 PM

This would be a huge get. An absolute ascending player who I think will really break out.

I think the guy has the potential to be a #1 receiver. Great hands, runs great routes.

He's the guy they need to sign tomorrow.

MTG#10 · 03-13-2014, 06:44 PM

Using us for leverage, will leave KC without a contract.

03-13-2014, 06:39 PM
ShowtimeSBMVP Chiefs Join Date: Feb 2009 Casino cash: $1266009	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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