NFL Free Agency Rumors: Five teams that should pursue Emmanuel Sanders
According to a recent report, Denver Broncos wide receiver Emmanuel Sanders could be on his way out. Which teams should make a serious push to sign him?
The Denver Broncos are approaching a period of free agency that most believe will lead to the restructuring of a once dominant roster. Skill players could prove to be expendable, as Denver attempts to refortify and ultimately complement a defense that’s capable of a return to elite form.
While nothing is set in stone just yet, it appears as though one of the positions that could be stripped down to its bare bones is wide receiver.
Denver has boasted one of the best receiving corps in the NFL for the better part of four years. Instability at quarterback has tempered their production, but Demaryius Thomas and Emmanuel Sanders were both 1,000-yard receivers before the 2017 debacle behind center.
As the Broncos attempt to restructure a roster that they’re hoping to return to championship status, Sanders could be the odd man out.
7) We’re told Emmanuel Sanders is as good as gone and Demaryius Thomas’ contract can be bought back for 2018 and ‘19 seasons for just $4 million.
— RosterWatch (@RosterWatch) January 23, 2018
That’s an unfortunate turn of events, but Sanders is all but certain to be one of the most coveted names on the open market.
Sanders pulled in at least 75 receptions, 1,000 receiving yards, and five receiving touchdowns in every season between 2014 and 2016. His production declined to 47 receptions, 555 yards, and two touchdowns in 12 appearances in 2017, however, due in large part to quarterback instability.
If Denver ultimately decides to part ways with Emmanuel Sanders, his sure-handedness could be of great aid to any number of NFL teams.
The question is: Which franchise should make it a point to sign him?