The Facts:
The Browns were unable to sign Anderson to a three-year, $20 million contract -- $10 million guaranteed -- before Friday's 12:01 a.m. free agency deadline and are prepared to turn their high-powered offense over to Brady Quinn, a first-round pick from last year and fan favorite.
Reported by the Associated Press
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
As previously noted, GM Phil Savage protected the club by tendering Anderson a one-year contract offer for $2.5 million in 2008 on Thursday. Anderson did not accept the deal, making him a restricted free agent and on the market. Teams can now negotiate with the 24-year-old Anderson. If Anderson accepts an offer, Savage said it would "make it extremely difficult" for the Browns to match it. The club would have seven says to do so. Because of the high tender, if the Browns decide to let Anderson go, they'll receive first- and third-round picks as compensation in April's NFL draft. Profootballtalk.com's Mike Florio suggested earlier tonight that Cleveland might actually want the picks more than Anderson. Not surprisingly, Savage expressed confidence in Quinn's ability to move in as the starter if need be. ... Stay tuned.
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