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From Klis:

Broncos Actively Shopping Talib But Cornerback Wants Say

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Broncos’ general manager John Elway and San Francisco 49ers general manager John Lynch were engaged in trade talks about Talib, according to the source.

It’s unclear how close to an agreement on compensation had been reached, but the parties appeared to be making progress until the cornerback balked.

ESPN first reported the possible Talib trade to San Francisco but that he declined and stated a preference of returning to the New England Patriots.

Still, New England is one of several teams the Broncos have engaged in Talib trade talks. Although the Broncos hope to deal Talib by the start of free agency next Wednesday, there is no rush to move him because none of his remaining contract is guaranteed until 53-man rosters are set on September 1.

The trade market appears strong enough for Talib that the Broncos are not expected to release him, as he may hope. Officially, Talib has no say in whether he is traded or to whom.

But as a practical matter, Talib has leverage because no team would want to surrender a player or draft pick as compensation unless the player they are trading for is happy with the arrangement.

Besides stating a team preference, Talib may also be seeking a new contract. He currently has a non-guaranteed $11 million salary in 2018 and $8 million in 2019 for an average of $9.5 million per year.

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