No University of Memphis football players went in the seven rounds of the NFL Draft held this weekend, but that isn't the end of the road for at least two seniors.
Quarterback Danny Wimprine was called Sunday and agreed to a one-year free agent contract with the Cleveland Browns.
Wimprine set virtually every passing record in his four years at Memphis including most passing yards, touchdowns, attempts and completions.
The situation in Cleveland could prove favorable for Wimprine. Of the Browns three quarterbacks, only one, Trent Dilfer, has more than one year of experience in the league.
Wimprine will compete with Dilfer, University of Akron quarterback Charlie Frye and second-year quarterback Josh Harris for a roster spot.Memphis fullback Robert Douglas also signed a free agent deal.
Douglas stayed close to home, inking a two-year contract with the Tennessee Titans.
Douglas helped his stock tremendously after turning in some impressive numbers at The U of M's pro day earlier this month.
Douglas' main job this season was opening holes for All-America running back DeAngelo Williams, but the fullback also caught seven passes for 113 yards and two touchdowns, while rushing for two more.Defensive tackle Albert Means was tabbed by some experts as a late round pick, but didn't hear his name called during Sunday's draft coverage.
Means' agent, Brian Parker, said he expects his client to sign a free agent deal soon. Parker is also the agent for Wimprine and Douglas.Last year, Memphis had one player drafted -- Pittsburgh selected defensive tackle Eric Taylor in the seventh round.
In 2003, tackle Wade Smith and wide receiver Travis Anglin were drafted. They stand as the only two Tigers' offensive players selected since quarterback Steve Matthews in 1994.
