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Browns, Lewis happy together
The Cleveland Browns confirmed it this afternoon. They have agreed to terms on a three-year contract with RB Jamal Lewis through the 2010 season.
“I am thankful to the Browns for the opportunity they gave me last year to come out and prove that I was still one of the top running backs in the NFL,” said Lewis. “I feel the future is extremely bright for this team and I’m excited to be a part of it for another three years.
“I said all year long that I wanted to get a long-term deal done to stay in Cleveland and it looks like with this new contract I will be able to finish my career as a Brown.”
Lewis, 28, had 298 carries for 1,304 yards (4.4 avg.) and nine rushing touchdowns last season and added 30 receptions for 248 yards (8.3 avg.) and two receiving touchdowns. His 1,304 yards rushing ranked seventh best in franchise history and his 298 attempts ranked third in team annals.
“The Browns are pleased that Jamal has decided to continue his career here in Cleveland,” said GM Phil Savage, who is hanging out at the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis.
“He brings a maturity, toughness and football temperament to the team that is critical to our success on top of the physical abilities that he possesses. Plus, he’ll have the opportunity to go over 10,000-plus career yards in 2008, which will put him in elite company.”
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