Joe Haden Reveals His Next Move
Joe Haden commits to Steelers for three years, $27,000,000 and will play Browns in opening game
Now, this ought to be a fascinating opener.
Joe Haden, the Pro Bowl cornerback, released by the Browns on Wednesday, has agreed a three year contract with arch rivals the Steelers. This deal is worth $27,000,000, including $7,000,000 assured for this season, reports profootballtalk.com.
No longer do the Browns have to pay the $4,000,000 Haden was due to receive from them this season.
On September 10, the Browns will play hosts to the Steelers at the FirstEnergy Stadium. This particular run of events should add some extra fascination to the match.
“A tough competitor” according to receiver Antonio Brown. “He is a ruthless opponent. Certainly someone you need to be prepared and ready for. He is quick and strong”.
Originally, Haden was meant to enroll with the Steelers on Wednesday evening in Charlotte, NC, which is where the Panthers and Steelers play tomorrow evening in the preseason finale.
Released by the Browns on Wednesday morning, Haden could enroll with his new team after 16:00, and his next deal was revealed within minutes.
Adam Schefter, from ESPN, said that Haden had been offered … Read more at FryingPanSports