124 Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 Browns extend contract offers to top free agents Anderson, Lewis Associated Press CLEVELAND -- The Browns have made contract offers to quarterback Derek Anderson and running back Jamal Lewis, key players they hope to keep off the free-agent market. A team spokesman confirmed proposals were sent to the representative for both players, but he could not provide details about the length or value of the deals. Anderson, who won 10 games and threw 29 touchdown passes in his first season as a starter, is scheduled to become a restricted free agent on Feb. 29. If the Browns can't lock him up with a long-term deal before then, they can tender him with a one-year contract worth $2.52 million. The club would then be able to match any contract offers made to Anderson by other teams or receive first- and third-round draft picks as compensation if the 24-year-old signs with another team. Lewis rushed for 1,304 yards and nine TDs in his first season with the Browns, who signed him to a one-year, incentive-stuffed contract worth $5 million last March. Lewis, who can become an unrestricted free agent, has said he wants to stay with Cleveland. However, keeping him could be a challenge as several other teams may attempt to sign the 28-year-old, who is coming off his most productive season since rushing for 2,066 yards for Baltimore in 2003. Meanwhile, the Browns have yet to finalize a contract extension for coach Romeo Crennel. His agent, Joe Linta, met with general manager Phil Savage during this week's Senior Bowl activities in Mobile, Ala. Crennel led the Browns to a 10-6 turnaround in his third season. He has two years remaining on a five-year package he signed in 2005. Savage recently said the Browns would "do right" by Crennel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bobbyjet69 Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 Browns extend contract offers to top free agents Anderson, Lewis Associated Press CLEVELAND -- The Browns have made contract offers to quarterback Derek Anderson and running back Jamal Lewis, key players they hope to keep off the free-agent market. A team spokesman confirmed proposals were sent to the representative for both players, but he could not provide details about the length or value of the deals. Anderson, who won 10 games and threw 29 touchdown passes in his first season as a starter, is scheduled to become a restricted free agent on Feb. 29. If the Browns can't lock him up with a long-term deal before then, they can tender him with a one-year contract worth $2.52 million. The club would then be able to match any contract offers made to Anderson by other teams or receive first- and third-round draft picks as compensation if the 24-year-old signs with another team. Lewis rushed for 1,304 yards and nine TDs in his first season with the Browns, who signed him to a one-year, incentive-stuffed contract worth $5 million last March. Lewis, who can become an unrestricted free agent, has said he wants to stay with Cleveland. However, keeping him could be a challenge as several other teams may attempt to sign the 28-year-old, who is coming off his most productive season since rushing for 2,066 yards for Baltimore in 2003. Meanwhile, the Browns have yet to finalize a contract extension for coach Romeo Crennel. His agent, Joe Linta, met with general manager Phil Savage during this week's Senior Bowl activities in Mobile, Ala. Crennel led the Browns to a 10-6 turnaround in his third season. He has two years remaining on a five-year package he signed in 2005. Savage recently said the Browns would "do right" by Crennel. we knew this was coming, that's why all the talk about Anderson coming here was moot! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4HCrew Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 I guess the next question is where is Brady Quinn being traded to? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drago Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 I guess the next question is where is Brady Quinn being traded to? I would think he's still worth a first round pick. Cleveland could make out very well in this years draft. I hope they come out with some good defenders, i'd like to see them do well for once. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
faba Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 You need two QB's ready to play so I am not so sure Quinn would be traded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ghost Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 I guess the next question is where is Brady Quinn being traded to? Minny ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish Jet Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 I have a feeling Quinn will become the guy sooner or later there, No way is he traded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4HCrew Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 well depends how much money you give Anderson....if you give him a long term pricey deal you I am sure Brady will make waves about being traded Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish Jet Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 well depends how much money you give Anderson....if you give him a long term pricey deal you I am sure Brady will make waves about being traded I honestly wouldn't be surprised if Anderson rejected the offer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4HCrew Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 yeah you never know the kind of money he is looking at or if other teams like the dolphins are already in his ear Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
124 Posted January 27, 2008 Author Share Posted January 27, 2008 This will most likely turn into another Drew Brees or Philip Rivers situation. Eventually, Anderson will be out of town. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish Jet Posted January 27, 2008 Share Posted January 27, 2008 This will most likely turn into another Drew Brees or Philip Rivers situation. Eventually, Anderson will be out of town. My thoughts exactlt, no way does Quinn not get his shot there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
124 Posted January 28, 2008 Author Share Posted January 28, 2008 My thoughts exactlt, no way does Quinn not get his shot there. Especially when the organization knows he has the 9th highest jersey sales in the NFL. Money talks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Irish Jet Posted January 28, 2008 Share Posted January 28, 2008 Especially when the organization knows he has the 9th highest jersey sales in the NFL. Money talks. He's the fan favourite there. The place went wild when he came in for a drive in week 17 and started booing when DA came back in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blackout Posted January 28, 2008 Share Posted January 28, 2008 i think they shoulda traded anderson NOW, they coulda got a first rounder Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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