While much is being made in the media lately about the fact that the Browns have not come to terms for contract extensions, and the RFA's on the Browns roster have not signed their tenders, I don't see this being a major issue... at least not yet.
However, per Profootballtalk.com, Matt Roth has apparently asked the Browns for a trade. Roth, had an incredibly productive after being picked up off waivers from Miami, recording 4 sacks in 7 games with the Browns. I'd like to keep Roth in Cleveland, but I don't see the point in giving in to his demands for a new contract at this point. As a restricted free agent, Roth has no leverage. Sure he'll skip workouts, but ultimately if he wants to play in 2010, he will only be able to play for the Browns. With a lockout looming in 2011, I'm sure Roth and other RFAs are looking to get their guaranteed money ASAP, but the Browns have no reason to cave. Like they did with Cribbs, I am confident that the Browns value Roth, and a resolution will be found in due time.
Also in the same boat are defensive starters Abe Elam and D'Qwell Jackson. While it is important that each is on the team in 2010 for depth at a minimum, it is not essential that the Browns give up their bargaining position and extend their deals at this point. I would think it makes sense for these players to get into camp, produce this season and know that they will be taken care of moving forward, be it by the Browns or some lesser franchise. The Browns brought in 2 safeties on draft weekend, in T.J. Ward and Larry Assante. If Elam doesn't want to come to work, I'm sure the rookies will be ready to compete with Mike Adams for Elam's job.
Bottom line is my dear readers, nothing important is happening in the word of Cleveland sports off the field for a while here. Meanwhile, "News" sources will speculate about the RFAs on the Browns, where LeBron will be heading, and what it would be like to have a Major League Baseball team in Cleveland.
Of course, if anything important does happen, you'll find out about it here at SBS. Maybe we'll even hear from Mr. LLM Charlie one of these days...
SUPERBOWL!!!
Eric
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