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Fantasy Football Articles - May 2004
Enclosed in this archive is every bit of the action and updates that occurred in May 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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a deal on Saturday.
"I am very pleased that we have been able to resolve Dennis Northcutts contract situation and have him return to the team," head coach Butch Davis said in a statement. "Dennis is a versatile player who is a threat to make great things happen every time he touches the ball on offense and as a punt returner."
Northcutt will sign his deal Monday and then be on the field when the Browns resume their four-week voluntary quarterback school. He missed last weeks practices and was excused from the teams recent mini-camp.
After months of sometimes nasty dialogue between him and the Browns, Withers reports that Northcutt was relieved things worked out so well.
"Words cannot express how happy I am to get this matter behind me," Northcutt, who has been working out at home in Los Angeles, explained. "The last three months have been very difficult, but all is well that ends well."
According to Davis, team owner Randy Lerner played a significant role in Northcutts return.
"Randy Lerner was adamant that he wanted to move forward swiftly, resolve this situation, and concentrate on getting Jeff Garcia and this team as many elements in place as possible for a successful season," the coach said. "Randy and I agreed that it was essential to negotiate with a fresh perspective keeping in mind Dennis potential contribution to this football team and hearing Dennis eagerness to re-join his teammates."
Northcutt had a team- and career-high 62 receptions for 729 yards and two touchdowns last season. The four-year veteran also averaged 8.2 yards on punt returns, but didnt take one all the way back after having two punt returns for TDs in 2002.
The Browns tried to trade the 5-foot-11, 175-pounder during the offseason and nearly had a deal done with Baltimore, but Davis decided against making a deal to an AFC North rival.
At one point, a frustrated Stanley insisted Northcutt would never play for the Browns again.
Stanley also filed a grievance against the club with the NFL Players Association, saying the
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