But the subplot here is that it was supposedly the Browns that were late filing the deal.
Bengals and Browns actually agreed to AJ McCarron trade at 3:55 pm, per source involved. Bengals approved trade to NFL, Browns did not.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 31, 2017
Browns disputed proposed AJ McCarron trade to NFL, arguing it should be allowed, per source. NFL declined - no trade, officially, per source
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 31, 2017
Cleveland fans will shake their heads at another gaff by management. But the NFL can’t approve one deal post-deadline; it sets a bad precedent.
NFL rejected Browns request to overturn AJ McCarron trade. Even though Browns’ notification of trade arrived moments too late, NFL said no.
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) October 31, 2017
The hunt for a signal caller continues in Cleveland, while the Bengals will retain McCarron for at least one more half-season.
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