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AGREEMENT TO ACQUIRE “MEGA-STAR” PLAYER

This Agreement is made on this ___ day of  20 (the “Effective Date”), by and between:

1. Cleveland Browns, LLC (the “Team”), a professional football franchise,
   address:
   and
2. [Player Name] (the “Player”), an individual professional athlete,
   address:

RECITALS

A. The Team desires to acquire the Player’s services as a member of its roster subject to the terms and conditions in this Agreement.
B. The Player agrees to render playing services exclusively for the Team, subject to league rules, salary cap constraints, and this Agreement.

TERMS

1. Term and Termination
   1.1 The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and extend through the end of the _ season (or as otherwise mutually agreed).
   1.2 The Team may terminate this Agreement for cause in the event of the Player’s material breach, serious misconduct, violation of league policies, or injured incapacity, subject to any arbitration or grievance rights under the collective bargaining agreement.
   1.3 The Player may not terminate this Agreement unilaterally, except as permitted under league or union rules.
2. Compensation and Benefits
   2.1 The Team shall pay the Player a base salary of $ per season (or pro rata).
   2.2 In addition, the Player shall be entitled to a signing bonus of $, paid within days of execution.
   2.3 Performance incentives and bonuses: The Player may earn up to $ in additional incentive pay, subject to achieving specified performance benchmarks (e.g., Pro Bowl selection, statistical thresholds).
   2.4 All guaranteed sums shall be fully guaranteed, subject to offsets as permitted by league rules or in case of voiding events (fraud, misrepresentation).
   2.5 The Team shall provide standard benefits (health coverage, pension contributions, travel, room and board, insurance) consistent with league minimum standards.
3. Roster and League Compliance
   3.1 The Player shall be placed on the Team’s active roster unless on injury list, reserve list, or otherwise per league rules.
   3.2 The Team and Player shall at all times comply with all applicable league rules, salary-cap restrictions, roster limits, and collective bargaining agreement provisions.
4. No-Trade / Movement Provisions
   4.1 The Player shall have a no-trade clause: The Team may not trade or assign the Player to another team without the Player’s written consent.
   4.2 In the event a trade is proposed, the Player must receive prior written notice and have the right to accept or reject the trade.
5. Player Obligations and Conduct
   5.1 The Player agrees to use best efforts, to attend practices, training camps, team meetings, and to maintain physical fitness and professional conduct.
   5.2 The Player shall adhere to the Team’s and league’s standards of behavior, codes of conduct, and anti-doping policies.
   5.3 Violation of these rules may give rise to fines, discipline, or termination for cause.
6. Injury and Disability
   6.1 If the Player suffers a football injury in the course of team activities, the Team shall pay treatment, rehabilitation costs and continue base salary (subject to league rules).
   6.2 If the Player is unable to fulfill performance obligations due to non-football injury or misconduct, the Team may reduce or withhold compensation, subject to dispute procedures.
7. Intellectual Property and Likeness
   7.1 The Player grants the Team and the league nonexclusive rights to use the Player’s name, likeness, image, and biographical materials in marketing, promotions, broadcasts, and merchandise, subject to league policy and separate licensing agreements.
   7.2 Any third-party endorsements or sponsorships shall be subject to league rules and approval but remain the Player’s property unless otherwise contracted.
8. Dispute Resolution  Arbitration
   8.1 Any dispute arising under or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved under the rules of the league’s established grievance/arbitration system, or through mediation as required.
   8.2 Choice of law: This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Ohio (or applicable jurisdiction), excluding its conflict of law rules.
9. Miscellaneous Provisions
   9.1 Entire Agreement: This Agreement supersedes all prior oral or written understandings between the parties.
   9.2 Amendment: No amendment or waiver shall be effective unless in writing and signed by both parties.
   9.3 Severability: If any provision is held invalid, the remainder shall remain in full force.
   9.4 Notices: All notices shall be in writing and delivered personally, by certified mail, or via courier to the above addresses.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be executed as of the Effective Date.

For Cleveland Browns, LLC
Name
Title:

[Player Name]

Witnesses:

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