Richard Seymour Exiled To The Raiders...

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Originally Posted by Cannon Shell

If he doesnt report, the Pats still get the pick. The deal is done regardless of what he does. Players have zero control over their rights in the NFL and Seymours are now property of Oakland.

So what would happen here in 12 months or so when Seymour's contract would be up? I can't believe he would be allowed free agency, assuming there isn't a lock out next year. It seems bizarre that the Pats would get the pick if he never showed up in Oakland...