Brady Quinn Now Browns starting QB

Derek Anderson turns down final Browns offer and is restricted fa. They top tendered him getting them a 1st and third but they know he is gone.

 

who's on the hit list?

Falcunts
Miami
?

 

Chiefs?

 

Browns: Anderson is free to test waters; talks continue
Friday, February 29, 2008 3:11 AM
By James Walker
THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH

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BEREA, Ohio -- Quarterback Derek Anderson became a restricted free agent at midnight, but that doesn't mean he won't sign a contract extension with the Cleveland Browns.

A source told The Dispatch yesterday that the Browns have increased their offer to $12 million in guaranteed money. Earlier this week, they offered Anderson a three-year, $20 million deal with $10 million guaranteed.

Another source said a deal possibly could be reached if the Browns increased the total value to $24 million.

Such a deal would be half of what Houston signed quarterback Matt Schaub for last year (six years, $48 million), meaning Anderson's representation would avoid accepting a deal that's below market value and the Browns would keep the term to three years.

The value of Cleveland's latest offer is in the range of $21 million to $23 million. During a news conference yesterday, Browns general manager Phil Savage said he is still willing to negotiate.

"If it's close, we're always willing to tweak something to get it done," Savage said. "Over the course of three years, you're not talking about a ton of money one way or the other."

Because Anderson remained unsigned, the Browns provided themselves the highest protection by giving him a one-year tender worth $2,562,000. The tender will require other NFL teams to give up a first- and third-round draft pick to sign Anderson.

Savage said he would not accept a deal for anything less. It's believed that Ander-son will not attract much interest at so steep a cost.

The fact that Anderson has yet to sign means it's possible another team could be willing. Teams in need of quarterbacks include the Baltimore Ravens, Minnesota Vikings and Atlanta Falcons.

"If he's willing to take the walk out there, there's got to be some indication there's something at the end of the rainbow," Savage said. "We have a pretty good, strong package out there with the opportunity to play with a good group of players and a good coach (in Romeo Crennel)."

 

according to espnradio, he has agreed in terms with the Browns

 

ANDERSON AGREES TO TERMS

February 29, 2008, 10:31
Browns :: QB

QB Anderson Agrees To Terms With Browns
Tom Withers, Associated Press via Lowell Sun - [Full Article]

Cleveland Browns quarterback Derek Anderson wasn't a free agent for long. Anderson has agreed to a multiyear contract to stay with the Browns, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the contract had not been completed. General manager Phil Savage believed if Anderson had gotten an offer from another team, the Browns probably wouldn't have been able to keep him. The deal is reportedly for 3 years, including $14 million guaranteed.

 

I'm really surprised the Vikings didn't make a big run at him. All they need is a solid QB to be a dangerous team in the NFC. Their current QB is bad.. very bad..

 

pantherpaul

 

Well when I made my post ESPN had said the Browns wouldn't be able to match another teams offer. I guess they merely raised ther own. he signed 3-4 hrs after my post. I'll have to get on them for being tardy

 

they did it just to make you look stoopid. mission accomplished