Browns Inherit Gold Through Mike Furrey Signing

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Published: May 5, 2009

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... and you'll understand how.

Despite having good size for the position, great hands, and exceptional versatility, Furrey has been overlooked or knocked on his entire career.

Quite obviously, he went undrafted coming out of college. All hope was lost for Furrey, that is, until he ran into a wonderful piece of fortune in the shape of Mike Martz.

Martz gave Furrey his first real shot with the Rams, and eventually moved him to safety due to injuries, but even more-so due to his versatility.

Furrey responded with over 45 tackles and five interceptions, including a game-clincher, as well as another for a touchdown.

Instead of giving Furrey a chance at a future as a safety in the league, they cut their ties with him. Once again, Furrey was being overlooked, despite actually proving himself.

Once Martz landed a job in Detroit as offensive coordinator, however, Furrey saw his chance at stardom.

Martz pulled a few strings, landed Furrey, and put...

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