The Facts:
Branch continued to mull his options in an ongoing battle to win a contract extension. Branch continues to tell friends he intends to hold out, refusing to come to camp despite a change in league rules that has increased the fine for a player under contract not attending training camp workouts from $5,000 per day to $14,000 a day. Branch is also concerned that unresolved contract language in the CBA might put him in jeopardy of losing a portion of the signing bonus he received when he signed his rookie deal in 2002 if he holds out.
Reported by the Boston Globe
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
According to Globe staffer Ron Borges, Branch has not decided what he will do on Friday's scheduled reporting date but as of last night was leaning toward holding out. ... Remember, teammate Richard Seymour held out last summer and it paid off well for him. ... More on Branch in coming days.
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