Sources: Brady's deal not done yet
September, 7, 2010
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By ESPNBoston.com
A couple of reports surfaced Tuesday morning that suggested a deal between Tom Brady and the New England Patriots was imminent. While it would be no surprise to see the sides eventually come to an agreement, two people close to the situation told ESPN NFL Insider Adam Schefter that reports of there being a deal in place were “inaccurate” and “wrong”.
The Boston Herald reported that the offer from the Patriots is believed to be worth $58 million over three years and would not kick in until after the season, according to sources close to the talks.
It’s no surprise that signs are pointing to a deal being close. Over the weekend, ESPN Boston’s Mike Reiss suggested that this time before Week 1 of the season was crunch time for the extension talks and that if a deal was to be struck, it would likely happen before Sunday's season opener.
Brady is scheduled to make $6.5 million (which includes a roster bonus) this season.
On his Tuesday conference call, Patriots coach Bill Belichick was asked about reports that a deal is imminent.
“I don’t have anything to report on any contracts,” he responded.
The Boston Herald reported that the offer from the Patriots is believed to be worth $58 million over three years and would not kick in until after the season, according to sources close to the talks.
It’s no surprise that signs are pointing to a deal being close. Over the weekend, ESPN Boston’s Mike Reiss suggested that this time before Week 1 of the season was crunch time for the extension talks and that if a deal was to be struck, it would likely happen before Sunday's season opener.
Brady is scheduled to make $6.5 million (which includes a roster bonus) this season.
On his Tuesday conference call, Patriots coach Bill Belichick was asked about reports that a deal is imminent.
“I don’t have anything to report on any contracts,” he responded.
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