The Denver Post's Mike Klis broke the news on Sunday, saying, "Elvis Dumervil, one of the best defensive ends in Broncos history, has agreed to a multi-year contract with the Ravens."
The Broncos were reluctant to give him too lucrative of a contract, so the veteran agreed to take a pay cut. However, his paperwork was filed too late, and thus the Broncos were forced to cut him. Otherwise, they would have taken on the $12 million salary he was scheduled to make in 2013.
Michelle Beisner reported that the Broncos' front office, led by former superstar QB John Elway, was furious at the development—and understandably so.
For an organization that has made so many brilliant moves in recent years, this was a critical gaffe. The worst part is that it doesn't appear to be Denver's fault at all.
Selected in the fourth round of the 2006 draft, Dumervil developed into an All-Pro player for the Broncos, highlighted in the 2009 campaign in which he led the NFL with 17 sacks.
For the past two seasons, opponents have struggled mightily to contain Dumervil and young star Von Miller, as their pass-rushing prowess formed one of the most explosive tandems in pro football.
There is no doubt that Dumervil has several stellar years left in his impressive career, and the Ravens got a massive steal for a player who wasn't supposed to even be available on the open market.
Via: Wellington Phoenix - Melbourne Victory - Australian a-League
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