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Fantasy Football Articles - February 2004
Enclosed in this archive is every bit of the action and updates that occurred in February 2004 within the world of fantasy football. You may want to read these articles for research on players in the coming year, or just check to see if we were way off base with our reporting. Whatever the reason, it's all here for your enjoyment.
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contract with a $535,000 veteran minimum salary would almost duplicate that savings.
That proposal officially has not been presented, though, only discussed, according to Canter.
"Were willing to listen to any situation. Its not dead in the water," he said. But Anderson would rather test free agency than accept any significant contract revision.
"Ive spoken with my client, and hes made it clear he wants to see what else is out there because the Broncos have made it clear that theres a youth movement going on, and that youth movement doesnt have Mike Anderson as a priority," Canter said.
"Theres also Clinton Portis, Quentin Griffin, Reuben Droughns and Ahmaad Galloway to consider in the backfield. And to do a contract with play-time, give-back money for a guy who would be going into training camp at No. 2 on the depth chart at both positions -- maybe No. 3 at the running back position -- is probably not the most intelligent thing to do, since Mike Anderson hasnt had much mileage in the last few years and has plenty of ability left."
A report published Sunday indicated the Broncos have decided to release Anderson, who switched primarily to fullback two seasons ago. Canter said he hasnt been told that.
"There wasnt a clear understanding of exactly what was going to be done if he refused the pay cut," Canter said.
Releasing Anderson could prove risky in the short term. Fullback Droughns is scheduled to become an unrestricted free agent. Should Anderson depart before Droughns signs, it would provide Droughns additional leverage in negotiations.
If released, Anderson would enter perhaps one of the thinnest positions on the open market. Duce Staley of Philadelphia and Charlie Garner of Oakland head the list of available running backs.
"I would be shocked if most teams dont view him as an every-down back thats an upgrade," Canter said of Anderson.
Andersons big chance came after Olandis Gary and Terrell Davis were injured, and the former Marine responded by posting a then-franchise
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