Browns cut Johnny Manziel
On March 11, the Cleveland Browns announced that it cut quarterback Johnny Manziel in a news release that contained his stats with the team. The Browns acquired Manziel with the 22nd pick of the 2014 NFL draft, and in his two years with the team, he played 14 games with eight starts and completed 147 of 258 passes for 1,675 yards. Manziel’s personal life likely drove the team to cut him; amid partying allegations, Manziel was involved in a domestic violence incident with his girlfriend in January. In the 2015 season, the Browns finished at the bottom of the league at 3-13. For more information, visit nfl.com and washingtonpost.com.
RP David Carpenter signs with Tampa Bay Rays
Formerly of the Washington Nationals, David Carpentier signed a minor league deal with the Tampa Bay Rays and is eligible to participate in Rays major league spring training. Issues with his shoulder ended his 2015 half-season with the Nationals. Carpenter has a 3.66 career EPA, making eight appearances with Washington. For more information, visit csnmidatlantic.com.
Nate Robinson to try out for NFL
NBA free agent and former Los Angeles Clipper Nate Robinson announced in a YouTube video that he intends to try out for NFL teams. “Somebody give me a real opportunity,” he said. “I know I can play.” Robinson played in 13 football games at the University of Washington, making two passes and 34 tackles. If successful, Robinson will be the first NBA player to also play in the NFL in 75 years. In the 1950s, Bud Grant ended his NBA career to play in the NFL and later became an NFL coach. For more information, visit latimes.com.
Broncos trade for QB Mark Sanchez
To replace retired quarterback Peyton Manning and free agent Brock Osweiler, the Denver Broncos acquired Mark Sanchez from the Philadelphia Eagles for a conditional draft pick. With the Eagles, Sanchez completed 257 out of 400 passes for 3,034 yards. He also had 18 touchdowns and 15 interceptions at Philadelphia. For more information, visit sports.yahoo.com.
