Rumor: Jags Backing off on FA Alex Mack

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I'm guessing he wants too much money or else I can't see why we would be backing off on a pro-bowl center.

Having opted out of his contract with the Cleveland Browns, Alex Mack is now a free agent, and the Atlanta Falcons are very much interested in acquiring the Pro Bowl center.

Which team has also been linked to Mack? Why are the Jacksonville Jaguars backing off from pursuing Mack after nearly acquiring him in 2014?

http://bleacherreport.com/articles/2621985-insider-buzz-falcons-have-big-interest-in-alex-mack-jaguars-backing-off

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Also, Browns are looking at taking our FA Center to replace losing Mack.

The Browns are in danger of losing three-time Pro Bowl center Alex Mack once free agency kicks off at 4 p.m. Wednesday, so they’re exploring contingency plans in case they can’t retain him.

One option is Jacksonville Jaguars center Stefen Wisniewski, who is scheduled to hit the open market like Mack.

Agents of players with expiring contracts were permitted to begin contract negotiations with other teams beginning at noon Monday, and the Browns have expressed interest in Wisniewski, a source familiar with the situation told the Beacon Journal.

http://www.ohio.com/sports/browns/browns-express-interest-in-impending-free-agent-stefen-wisniewski-with-fellow-center-alex-mack-set-to-hit-open-market-1.667115