The Oakland Raiders announced on Saturday morning that they have released six-time Pro Bowl wide receiver Antonio Brown. Here, we look at the New England Patriots and Dallas Cowboys as two teams that could be interested in him.
Share to twitterNow that the Oakland Raiders have released Antonio Brown, we look at his next possible destination. . The move comes mere months after Brown was acquired from the Pittsburgh Steelers in a trade and subsequently signed to a three-year, $50.13 million deal with $30.13 million in fully guaranteed cash.
Sure Brown has his problems. It dates back to last season with the Pittsburgh Steelers, and ultimately led to the star receiver’s trade to Oakland. Even then, he’s been among the most-productive receivers in NFL history. Brown is averaging 112 receptions for nearly 1,500 yards and 12 touchdowns over the past five seasons.
Seattle finds itself $17.1 million under the salary cap. It also has a major need at wide receiver following the retirement of Doug Baldwin. A decision on whether to sign Brown could come down to what the receiver and his agent, Drew Rosenhaus, demand in guaranteed cash.Getty Images Head coach Bill Belichick is stealth-like in his pursuit of these types of players. He’ll strike quick if the picking is right. From an on-field standpoint, it could very well be. New England is in need of pass-catchers following the retirement of Rob Gronkowski. It signed veteran Demaryius Thomas off the street a few months removed from him tearing an Achilles. The Pats also placed rookie first-round pick N’Keal Harry on injured reserve ahead of Week 1.
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