The Facts:
Rice, the most prolific receiver in NFL history, talked Wednesday with Broncos head coach Mike Shanahan about playing for the team this season. Rice's agent, Jim Steiner, confirmed Shanahan and Rice talked Wednesday, and Steiner said he and Shanahan had a preliminary conversation last weekend. "I think there is some interest on both sides," Steiner said. "I think Jerry would love to play for Mike again."
Reported by the Denver Post
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
Rice and Shanahan worked together from 1992-94 when Shana- han was the San Francisco 49ers' offensive coordinator. The 49ers won Super Bowl XXIX, concluding the 1994 season. Through the years, Shanahan frequently has cited Rice as the consummate professional. ... Stay tuned. More as developments warrant.
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