Browns Terminate Gary Baxter’s Contract
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I was saddened to hear that the Cleveland Browns terminated the contract of defensive back Gary Baxter today. Avid readers of EMQB know that Gary is one of, if not my favorite player in the National Football League. His nearly two-year comeback from torn patella tendons in both knees — one of the most remarkable injury stories in the history of the NFL — has been brought to a temporary halt. It was a miracle that Gary could even walk again let alone play football, but his dogged determination has been both inspirational and courageous, to say the least. His most recent setback was arthroscopic surgery earlier this week because of the pain in his knees, thus prompting this undoubtedly difficult decision. Browns Senior Vice President and General Manager Phil Savage said in a statement today:
“Last year we were able to hold a roster spot open for Gary as he attempted to make a monumental comeback. After he underwent a knee scope last week, we are unfortunately not in a position to hold a roster spot this year. We are releasing Gary today in hopes he will be able to continue his rehab and get back into the NFL, either with another team, or possibly with the Browns. Gary has made tremendous strides thus far and we believe he can play professional football again in the future.”
Knowing Gary as I do, he will look at this as an opportunity rather than a setback. I expect him to continue to work hard (he doesn’t know any other way) and hopefully return to the Browns sometime this season.
Source: ClevelandBrowns.com
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