ProFootballTalk has reported that Hillis is planning on hiring Jimmy Sexton as his agent, the same agent (or one of) that he canned last season. As Hillis approaches free agency on March 13 one must wonder why he would re-hire an agent that he fired last year, possibly due to the inability of that agent to secure the contract Hillis seeked. Another thought, merely speculation, is that the rumors of Hillis seeking elite, upper shelf running-back cash are true and few other available agents are willing to represent Hillis--for fear of being canned!
But then, maybe the exposure that Hills has received after being planted on the front of the Madden Cover has created a need for constant media attention--who knows--we will just have to wait till next weeks' installment of the Peyton Hillis saga.
ESPN has reported that the Indianapolis Colts are prepared to release Peyton Manning, considered one of the best quarterbacks in the history of the game and a sure-fire future Hall of Famer! Adding to the constant opinions as to whether the Browns should grab Robert Griffin III in the NFL Draft or snag Matt Flynn out of free agency we now will be entertained by Manning being thrown into the mix.
Aside from what will surely be a hefty price tag to acquire Manning there are other things to consider. After receiving neck surgery and being released by his doctor to continue his career will he have the ability to still be a dominating force in the NFL? With such a high price tag can anyone assure the buyer that he will gain full nerve regeneration in both his neck and of course his throwing arm? Most importantly--will Manning even consider coming to Cleveland, surely he knows of the Browns somewhat dysfunctional offense.
Taking into consideration the cost of bringing Manning to Cleveland along with the questions about his neck and throwing arm it is doubtful that Manning, late in his career would entertain any thought of coming to the Browns, however it is a nice break from the on-going Hillis saga!
