Cleveland Browns' free agent activity slowing
Posted by Tony Grossi Plain Dealer Reporter March 20, 2008 15:21PM
There doesn't appear to be another free-agent signing in the Browns' immediate future.
Both linebacker Clark Haggans and cornerback Bennie Sapp concluded their visits with the team without a contract agreement.
It is believed that the Browns did make an offer to Sapp, but the veteran of four seasons with the Kansas City Chiefs has elected to make at least one more visit.
"He had an excellent visit," said Alonzo Shavers, Sapp's agent. "We'll see how things play out. It is an excellent opportunity. We're just trying to weigh some options.
"This is kind of his window (of opportunity in free agency). We've had some things on the plate, but the Browns are on the top."
Sapp would come in as a backup cornerback and special teams player.
Haggans is the most productive pass rusher in a 3-4 defense available in free agency. He had 25 sacks starting the past four seasons with the Pittsburgh Steelers. But the Browns' interest appears lukewarm.
Jeff Sperbeck, Haggans' agent, indicated to the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, that Haggans hasn't ruled out returning to the Steelers.
Sperbeck did not immediately return two messages for an update on Haggans' visit with the Browns.
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