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04-11-2007, 03:27 AM
Sauerbrun's return still possible
By Bill Williamson
Denver Post Staff Writer
Article Last Updated: 04/11/2007 12:19:46 AM MDT
The Broncos haven't necessarily lost the chance to bring back veteran punter Todd Sauerbrun.
The NFL Players Association is fighting a technicality in the original contract Sauerbrun signed with the New England Patriots in December. If he wins the grievance, Sauerbrun will become a free agent and can sign with any NFL team. Sauerbrun has made it known his preference is to play for the Broncos.
Sauerbrun agreed to a one-year contract with Denver on April 3. The deal was matched by the Patriots, who had the right of first refusal. The unusual clause was written into the contract Sauerbrun signed with the Patriots. However, the NFLPA will argue how the language was presented in the contract, said a source with direct knowledge of the situation.
The grievance is planned to be heard in Boston next week. A ruling is expected before the April 28-29 draft. The NFL Management Council will represent the Patriots in the case. Sauerbrun punted for the Broncos in 2005. They cut him last October after he served a four-game NFL suspension for using a banned substance.
Carlisle talking to Texans
Free-agent guard Cooper Carlisle arrived in Houston to meet with the Texans and head coach Gary Kubiak, formerly the Broncos' offensive coordinator.
Carlisle is expected to fly to Oakland tonight for a visit with the Raiders.
Carlisle has visited Seattle and Tampa Bay. The Broncos have expressed interest in bringing back Carlisle, who was a starter for them the past two seasons.
Denver's only other free agent, defensive tackle Michael Myers, said he is hiring Drew Rosenhaus as his new agent. The Broncos would like Myers to return.
http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_5637962
By Bill Williamson
Denver Post Staff Writer
Article Last Updated: 04/11/2007 12:19:46 AM MDT
The Broncos haven't necessarily lost the chance to bring back veteran punter Todd Sauerbrun.
The NFL Players Association is fighting a technicality in the original contract Sauerbrun signed with the New England Patriots in December. If he wins the grievance, Sauerbrun will become a free agent and can sign with any NFL team. Sauerbrun has made it known his preference is to play for the Broncos.
Sauerbrun agreed to a one-year contract with Denver on April 3. The deal was matched by the Patriots, who had the right of first refusal. The unusual clause was written into the contract Sauerbrun signed with the Patriots. However, the NFLPA will argue how the language was presented in the contract, said a source with direct knowledge of the situation.
The grievance is planned to be heard in Boston next week. A ruling is expected before the April 28-29 draft. The NFL Management Council will represent the Patriots in the case. Sauerbrun punted for the Broncos in 2005. They cut him last October after he served a four-game NFL suspension for using a banned substance.
Carlisle talking to Texans
Free-agent guard Cooper Carlisle arrived in Houston to meet with the Texans and head coach Gary Kubiak, formerly the Broncos' offensive coordinator.
Carlisle is expected to fly to Oakland tonight for a visit with the Raiders.
Carlisle has visited Seattle and Tampa Bay. The Broncos have expressed interest in bringing back Carlisle, who was a starter for them the past two seasons.
Denver's only other free agent, defensive tackle Michael Myers, said he is hiring Drew Rosenhaus as his new agent. The Broncos would like Myers to return.
http://www.denverpost.com/broncos/ci_5637962