In a clear sign that NFL owners are going to use the leverage of a possible uncapped 2010 season against players in negotiations, only three first-round picks from the 2005 NFL draft have signed contract extensions with their initial franchise so far. The agents for Merriman, Edwards and White are among several who have expressed interest in doing long-term contracts, but have gotten little response from teams. For Merrimans part, he is taking the situation in stride. I just turned 25 man, I dont care about any of that stuff. I can do this all day! Merriman wrote in an email. I just feel like all my work will pay off one day and somebody is going to realize what I bring and give me what I want. Source: Yahoo Sports.com
He will make his money he just might have to wait an extra year to do so. Since Ware and Merriman will always be linked with each other I wonder if one signs then the other would sign soon after.
