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By ChrisPokorny The OBR also reports that moving forward, it appears that LB David Bowens will continue to start at inside linebacker with LB Jason Trusnik starting at outside linebacker. The combination doesn't sound very flashy, but Rob Ryan's system worked against the Chicago Bears in using the tand...

By ChrisPokorny It's already been made clear that the majority of Cleveland Browns fans would prefer to see QB Brady Quinn back under center when the team takes on the Baltimore Ravens next week on Monday Night Football. Granted, neither quarterback appears ready to revive our offense all of a sudden, but...

By Buckeye Brad Just a few minutes ago on NFL Countdown, ESPN's Adam Schefter reported that the man Randy Lerner wants to bring in Mike Holmgren, former coach of the Packers and coach/GM of the Seahawks, as President of the Browns.  He wants Holmgren to play the role that Parcells has with the Dolphins as...

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By ChrisPokorny PITTSBURGH STEELERS VS. DENVER BRONCOS: I feel like I'm still not giving the Broncos any respect. After losing for the first time last week to the Baltimore Ravens, it won't get any easier against the Steelers' defense. The Steelers have won four straight and will be looking to capitalize on...

By ChrisPokorny Do you love writing about the Cleveland Browns? Would you like to have your content on the front page of Dawgs By Nature, as opposed to having it shoved off to the side as a FanPost or the 600th comment buried in a thread? Now is your chance. Purpose

By ChrisPokorny 99 - DB Frank Minnifield - Those were some good times, having Minnifield and Hanford Dixon as the Browns' cover corners. Minnifield only played with the Browns, with his career going from 1984 until 1992. 125 - RB Leroy Hoard - He was with the Browns from 1990 until 1995 when the franchise had t...

By SpecialBrownie I hope you all agree. Here is living proof that stripes would complete this now great away jersey. Please Lerner, get mad about plain pants also. Poll Should the Browns put stripes on the brown pants? Yes No Go back to the white or orange pants   57 votes | Results

By ChrisPokorny However, the Plain Dealer and WTAM are reporting that Accorsi has personally denied the reports that he will be the general manager: Accorsi, who last served as general manager of the New York Giants, said he is "happily retired" and has not been in contact with Browns owner Randy Lerner r...

By ChrisPokorny According to the Cleveland Plain Dealer, Pro Football Talk, and other various sources, the Cleveland Browns have shown general manager George Kokinis the door after having the position for just six months. The firing comes during the team's bye week, and more changes could be on the hori...

By ChrisPokorny Jim Brown, one of the owner’s advisers, was nearby. Finally, Doerschuk noted that Derek Anderson was "more angry than he had ever seen him" following the game. No word on who will start at quarterback in two weeks against the Baltimore Ravens.

By ChrisPokorny The Cleveland Browns defense had one of its better efforts of the season. You could even make a case that it was the best called game by defensive coordinator Rob Ryan. On top of that, Jay Cutler didn't have a very good game, finishing with a 66.7 QB rating that included no touchdowns and an inter...

By ChrisPokorny about 1 month ago: Chicago Bears cornerback Zackary Bowman (35) celebrates an interception during the first quarter of an NFL preseason football game against the Cleveland Browns in Chicago on Thursday, Sept. 3, 2009. (AP Photo/M. Spencer Green)

By ChrisPokorny This isn't meant to say that Anderson (or Quinn) outweigh Cutler by any means; it's becoming clearer and clearer that neither quarterback will be considered long-term answers. Considering what the Bears have invested in Cutler though, if the Browns are able to find a solid quarterback i...

By rufio Why exactly are we so bad?  Where do we need to improve?  Is there anything positive to take away from our offensive performance amidst the sea of ineffectiveness? The second problem is that for whatever reason, Cribbs isn't exactly sure who to block: and make the tackle.

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By Bernie19Kosar Browns fans plan late arrival for MNF *UPDATED* If your getting to the Ravens Browns game early, you could be veeerrryyy lonley. UPDATE* I switched the link to a better article that goes more in depth.

By ChrisPokorny Taking his spot is WR Darnell Jenkins, a 5-10, 191 pound receiver from the University of Miami. Jenkins has been on the Texans' practice squad the past two seasons and was just waived on October 22. In case you're curious, former Browns safety Bret Lockett has recorded five tackles for the Ne...

By ChrisPokorny You can watch the NFL Network on it. The video quality is bearable enough, and it never gets old seeing highlights or games from the past. I'm more interested for when Thursday Night Football begins later in the season; I'll be watching entire games from the app.The scoreboards are up-to-dat...

By ChrisPokorny about : Cleveland Browns quarterback Derek Anderson (3) lies on the field after his pass for a first down fell incomplete late in the fourth quarter against the Green Bay Packers during their NFL football game on Sunday, Oct. 25, 2009, in Cleveland. The Packers won the game 31-3. (AP Photo/Am...

By ChrisPokorny FINAL PREDICTION: Green Bay Packers 34, Cleveland Browns 28. This is the official gameday thread for the Cleveland Browns in Week 7 as they take on the Cleveland Browns. All comments regarding the game should be posted in this topic. Enjoy the game, and GO BROWNS!!!

By ChrisPokorny 6 days ago: Pittsburgh Steelers linebackers Lawrence Timmons, left,and James Farrior (51) sack Cleveland Browns quarterback Derek Anderson (3), causing a fumble, during the third quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009. Pittsburgh won 27-14. (AP Photo/Don Wright)

By ChrisPokorny Cleveland Browns CB Eric Wright came out unscathed this morning after his Mercedes "flipped and rolled several times" on the highway. Wright was treated and released at MetroHealth Medical Center. Assuming nothing else develops, Wright will be ready to start in this weekend's game agai...

By ChrisPokorny 2 months ago: Cleveland Browns wide receiver Paul Hubbard (89) catches a pass as Cleveland Browns linebacker D'Qwell Jackson (52) defends at the Cleveland Browns NFL football training camp Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2009, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)

By ChrisPokorny about : Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Ben Roethlisberger (7) is chased out of the pocket by Cleveland Browns' Corey Williams, right, during the first quarter of an NFL football game in Pittsburgh, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2009. (AP Photo/ Gene J. Puskar)

By ChrisPokorny I was pleased to be joined by Michael Bean, our Pittsburgh Steelers affiliate, who runs Behind the Steel Curtain, to preview Sunday's game. Enjoy! Poll Will the Browns prevail against the Steelers this Sunday? Yes No   10 votes | Results

By ChrisPokorny Eric Mangini: (On if the team if looking to move Quinn): "We're not looking to move Brady Quinn. He's focused on Pittsburgh ... We get calls all the time that we listen to, but Brady is a Cleveland Brown and it's not anything we're looking to do.''

By ChrisPokorny Week 6 NFL TV Distribution Maps With the Browns facing a contending team this week, a few more people will get to see the Browns/Steelers contest, including the Columbus area I believe. Calling our game will be Kevin Harlan and Solomon Wilcots, which I think will be a refreshing crew.

By ChrisPokorny CLEVELAND BROWNS (1-4)WEEK 5BUFFALO BILLS (1-4)VS.63 Who says you need an offense to win a football game? That in itself is not necessarily a true statement, as the Cleveland Browns did have a fairly good day on the ground with Jamal Lewis in their 6-3 victory over the Buffalo Bills.

By Brownsyup I know a lot of you like Quinn and feel he has been treated unfairly under coach Mangini.  I can understand that sentiment.  But I don't think Quinn can now be successful with the Browns.  Trading Quinn would be best for Brady and best for the Browns. 

By ChrisPokorny I was pleased to be joined by Brian Galliford, our Buffalo Bills affiliate, who run Buffalo Rumblings, to preview Sunday's game. Enjoy! Chris: "The Browns' last victory came last year against Buffalo. Who do you think will win this Sunday?"

By ChrisPokorny Week 5 NFL TV Distribution Maps This week, the Northern half of Ohio and the Buffalo area will get to see the Braylon-free Browns/Bills game at 1 PM. Calling our game will be Don Criqui and Randy Cross. 1:00 PM: Browns vs. Bills (CBS) 4:00 PM: Falcons vs. 49ers (FOX) Patriots vs. Broncos (CBS)

By ChrisPokorny about : FILE -- This is a Sept. 13, 2009, file photo showing New York Jets wide receiver Chansi Stuckey catching a 30-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Mark Sanchez during the second quarter of a NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Houston. The New York Jets have reached an agre...

By ChrisPokorny If you follow the Braylon Edwards timeline since he came to Cleveland closely, it'll appear as an up-and-down roller coaster. The ride abruptly ended mid-stream this morning though, when the Browns traded the former first-round receiver to the New York Jets. After not being dealt in the o...

By ChrisPokorny The Cleveland Plain Dealer is reporting that Browns receiver Braylon Edwards was accused of assault early this morning. Edwards reportedly punched Edward Givens, promoter of an events management firm, at a nightclub on Prospect Avenue early Monday morning:

By ChrisPokorny After the Cleveland Browns 23-20 loss in overtime to the Cincinnati Bengals, head coach Eric Mangini talked with the media in his weekly post-game press conference. Here are some highlights and notes, with the full transcript available for viewing here.

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By ChrisPokorny about : Cleveland Browns wide receiver Braylon Edwards (17) scuffles with Cincinnati Bengals defensive tackle Pat Sims (90) during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009, in Cleveland. The Bengals won 23-20 in overtime. (AP Photo/Mark Duncan)

By ChrisPokorny about : Cleveland Browns wide receiver Mohamed Massaquoi catches a 30-yard pass against Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Johnathan Joseph in the second quarter of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 4, 2009, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak) Browse more photos »

By ChrisPokorny You can forget about developing RB James Davis this season. The Cleveland Browns placed the rookie running back on the injured reserve, ending his season before the start of Week 4. Taking Davis' roster spot is RB Chris Jennings, who was promoted from the team's practice squad. Jennings had...

By ChrisPokorny Josh: "Oh, absolutely. We still remember 2007. After an impressive win to start the season against the Baltimore Ravens on Monday Night Football, the Bengals got caught up in the famous shootout against the Browns. Anderson threw for 328 yards passing and five touchdowns."

By ChrisPokorny FINAL PREDICTION: Baltimore Ravens 23, Cleveland Browns 13. This is the official gameday thread for the Cleveland Browns in Week 3 as they take on the hated Baltimore Ravens. All comments regarding the game should be posted in this topic. Enjoy the game, and GO BROWNS!!!

By ChrisPokorny CLEVELAND BROWNS (0-2)WEEK 2DENVER BRONCOS (2-0)VS.627 After the Browns' effort against the Broncos this past Sunday, one thought popped into my mind: What the hell was that? WEEK 2 - CLEVELAND BROWNS VS. DENVER BRONCOS (GENERAL THOUGHTS)

By ChrisPokorny We are two weeks into the Eric Mangini era. Let's take a look as to how Mangini has fared compared to other candidates the Browns were initially interested in: The game recap of the Browns/Broncos contest will be up later tonight or tomorrow.

By ChrisPokorny MINNESOTA VIKINGS (1-0)WEEK 1CLEVELAND BROWNS (0-1)VS.3420 It was a Tale of Two Cities in which our beloved team was taken apart by the others. At the same time, it was a tale of two different games -- one occurring in the first half, and the other occurring in the second half. A football game re...

By ChrisPokorny Chris: "Right now, many Viking fans don't have any faith in the Browns passing game, and since our running game is fairly weak, they think our offense will be shut down. Let's say that hypothetically, the Browns have an above average passing game and that Braylon Edwards is a Pro Bowl receiv...

By ChrisPokorny Before we get too wrapped up in the Vikings/Browns talk this week, I wanted to quickly wrap up a few loose ends, including a new addition to the Browns practice squad (meaning someone was released too), what happened to Dustin Fry, and who is on this week's injury report.

By ChrisPokorny Minnesota Vikings defensive tackles Kevin Williams, left, and Pat Williams, are too good at stopping the run. The Minnesota Vikings have the best run defense in the NFL, thanks to defensive tackles Pat Williams and Kevin Williams. They also have one of, if not the, best pass-rusher in the N...

By ChrisPokorny Beatdown's Take on Cedric Peerman One of the players the Browns claimed off waivers yesterday was Baltimore Ravens running back Cedric Peerman. I asked Baltimore Beatdown's Bruce Raffel how Peerman's camp had gone for the Ravens: Bruce Raffel, Baltimore Beatdown

By ChrisPokorny Baltimore Ravens running back Cedric Peerman carries the ball during drills at training camp back in July. The Cleveland Browns trimmed their roster down to 52 players Saturday, giving them one free spot to add a player off of waivers. Today, the team added two players:

By ChrisPokorny First Rod Hood, now Ryan Tucker. ESPN Cleveland is reporting that the Browns have released veteran offensive lineman Ryan Tucker. It was revealed earlier today that Tucker had his knee scoped last Wednesday. Tucker was under contract for the veteran minimum.

By ChrisPokorny about : Cleveland Browns wide receiver Braylon Edwards, left, catches a 20-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Brady Quinn in the third quarter against the Tennessee Titans during a preseason NFL football game at Cleveland Browns Stadium, Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009, in Cleveland. (AP Ph...

By ChrisPokorny Setting the Stage: Here's the main drill to talk about: it was 1st-and-goal from the 9 with just 23 seconds on the clock. Each quarterback would be down 28-20, meaning they would need a touchdown and a two-point conversion. Here is how things turned out for each quarterback...Drill for Anderso...

By ChrisPokorny We asked Football Outsiders a few questions on the Cleveland Browns, including some tidbits about how the Browns will utilize WR Joshua Cribbs, what defensive coordinator Rob Ryan brings to the defensive side of the ball, and which new player will have the most significant impact this y...

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By ChrisPokorny The Browns won't miss Stallworth. Besides No. 1 receiver Braylon Edwards on the roster, the team drafted two receivers in the second round of April's draft: Brian Robiskie and Mohamed Massaquoi. In addition, veteran receivers Mike Furrey and David Patten were added in the offseason. Other...

By ChrisPokorny The Cleveland Browns gave the final knockout blow to defensive lineman Shaun Smith by releasing him Saturday. The move does not come as a shock due to Smith's demeanor as a person. He has always appeared to be a hothead, and last year he punched teammate Brady Quinn in the face, making more of a...

By ChrisPokorny Lane's Training Camp Quick Hits (Orange and Brown Report, Adkins)Cleveland Browns Training Camp Report (Dawg Scooper, Wolf)QBs stymied in two-minute drills (Cleveland Plain Dealer, Grossi)Monday AM Aug. 3 - Heiden Cleared (Akron Becaon Journal, Ridenour)

By ChrisPokorny Wright might not reach Pro Bowl status, but I think he can reach and even surpass the type of player Leigh Bodden was when he was at his best with the Browns. Poteat has been a veteran backup for the New England Patriots and the Jets over the past four seasons and can also contribute on special te...

By ChrisPokorny about 1 month ago: Cleveland Browns' Josh Cribbs (16) stretches with Abram Elam (26) and Nate Ness (34) during football practice at the Browns training facility, Thursday, June 11, 2009, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak) Kicker 1. PHIL DAWSON - STARTING KICKER

By ChrisPokorny Best Attribute: Commanding the Double Team - With only three defensive lineman in a 3-4 defensive scheme, you need a nose tackle who requires a double team. Fellow division rivals Casey Hampton of the Pittsburgh Steelers and Kelly Gregg of the Baltimore Ravens have been stable for their r...

By ChrisPokorny Minicamp is officially over for the Cleveland Browns, as all of our players got a taste of how head coach Eric Mangini runs a football team. There is extra emphasis placed on the following three sections: On if Derek Anderson will be ready for training camp) – “Yeah.”

By ChrisPokorny On the defensive side, Pluto discusses a similar reason he is intrigued by the potential for the Browns' run defense this season. In other news, the Browns added a kicker to the roster yesterday (so that Phil Dawson isn't overworked in camp).

By ChrisPokorny 2009: "With the 21st pick in the 2009 NFL Draft, the Cleveland Browns select center Alex Mack, California." Here are some highlights of Alex Mack's press conference after joining the Browns (photo credit on right to Cleveland Plain Dealer):

By ChrisPokorny After this meeting, John Clayton of ESPN speculated that the Browns could be the frontrunner in a possible trade for Denver. Why? Because Denver needs a starting quarterback in exchange for Cutler, and the Browns have two of them. Where does the problem lay in that situation? Well...we don't n...

By ChrisPokorny In the process of being pressured on a designed screen pass, he got rid of the ball -- perhaps earlier than the play called for -- and the pass was intercepted by Terrell Suggs. Suggs didn't stop there either; he made sure the dagger was twisted too by returning the pick for a season-sealing to...

By ChrisPokorny Last season, the only game I chose not to do a game review for was the season finale, a game in which the Cleveland Browns defeated the San Francisco 49ers. All of the anticipation following that game was on the Indianapolis Colts vs. Tennessee Titans contest -- and after how depressed Clevel...

By ChrisPokorny BALTIMORE RAVENS (4-3) WEEK 9 CLEVELAND BROWNS (3-4)VS. Date:November 6, 2008Location:Cleveland, OH Stadium:Cleveland Browns Stadium Favorite:Browns by 2 Radio:WMMS, 100.7 FMOver/Under:36.5SBN Coverage:Baltimore BeatdownAnnouncers Quarterback Offensive Line Linebacker

By ChrisPokorny The Cleveland Browns place veteran offensive lineman Ryan Tucker on the injured reserve this morning due to a knee injury. Tucker only played in one game this year -- against the New York Giants -- before being sidelined again for the past two weeks. He will have his left knee scoped some time...

By ChrisPokorny On September 28th, 2008, the Browns picked up their first victory over the season. That came against arguably the worst team in football, the 0-6 Cincinnati Bengals. On October 13th, 2008, after a long bye week, the Browns picked up their second victory of the season. This time, it came again...

By ChrisPokorny Louis Leonard / Corey Williams: Combined, the pair jumped offsides four times (two a piece). Not only does that give the other team an automatic five yards if they so choose to accept the penalty, it gives them four free plays. In a way, they are the most costly penalties of all for a defensive p...

By ChrisPokorny So, where should I go with the breakdown of this game? The Derek Anderson / Romeo Crennel replacement storylines are so hot right now, perhaps I can offer a take on some of the other issues that happened with the game. So, for the majority of this review, I'll try to hold off "extensive" discus...

By ChrisPokorny CLEVELAND BROWNS (0-2) WEEK 3 BALTIMORE RAVENS (1-0)VS. Date:September 21, 2008Location:Baltimore, MD Stadium:Browns Stadium TV:CBS Favorite:Ravens by 2½ Radio:WMMS, 100.7 FMOver/Under:38½SBN Coverage:Baltimore BeatdownAnnouncers Quarterback Offensive Line Linebacker

By ChrisPokorny Romeo Crennel: It's not the 0-2 record that has him under fire. Instead, it's the fact that the most remedial, yet most critical, aspect of the game -- time management -- is severely lacking for the second week in a row. This week, it was more of a problem because there was a high percentage chan...

By ChrisPokorny For the second year in a row, the Cleveland Browns did not fair off too well in their season opener (which also happens to be at home). All offseason, we wanted the schedule makers to give us the same respect that other contenders in the league were being given. For the first game, we laid a big eg...

By ChrisPokorny So, what has changed at the linebacker position this year? Absolutely nothing. Grade: D+ Offensive Line Special Teams Take a look at this quote from last year's special teams preview I wrote, regarding Browns kicker Phil Dawson:

By ChrisPokorny Now, bring on the New York Giants. The Browns don't play for awhile again -- until next Monday to be specific. Against the defending Super Bowl champions, it'll be a better test to see our starters get a quarter and a half to a full half of action.

By ChrisPokorny First few minutes is general NFL news now...Quinn Pitcock retiring after one year, first-round draft picks signing, etc.Caller asks what the team should do if Quinn says "play me, or trade me" next year. Hosts say the Browns should reply "you shouldn't have held out in your rookie year".Willie...

By ChrisPokorny Worst Attribute: Against the Steelers - The same criticism that was brought up in the running back preview for Jamal Lewis applies to Edwards. Despite Edwards' Pro Bowl season last year, guess which team his two least productive games came against? The Pittsburgh Steelers. In two games ve...

By ChrisPokorny Worst Attribute: Short Yardage Situations - Take this complaint with a grain of salt, because in reality, you can't expect a fourth-and-one handoff to the fullback to work every time. That was the case last year with Vickers, who failed to move the chains twice on fourth-and-short when An...

By ChrisPokorny Worst Attribute: Facing the Steelers - I don't care what he did when he was with the Baltimore Ravens. As great at Lewis was last season for the Browns, he failed to deliver against the Steelers. Take a look at his stats against Pittsburgh last year: November 3rd, 2007 vs. Navy: The Streak Ends

By ChrisPokorny A year ago in the OTAs and minicamp, Anderson and Quinn were completing 60-65 percent of their passes in drills, etc. Ken Dorsey was tops in the low 70s. They all struggled to learn the new offense. Now, Anderson is in the high 70s, Quinn approaching 75 percent along with Dorsey.

By ChrisPokorny Released earlier in the offseason by the New England Patriots, linebacker Rosevelt Colvin told Sirius NFL Radio earlier today that he has been contacted by several teams. Of those teams, he specifically mentioned the Jets and the Browns on the radio.

By ChrisPokorny Even when you get to training camp, the reports are seldom accurate. The Browns were pegged be national media sources as having one of the worst quarterback situations in the league in July of 2007. In July of 2008, we have one of the best quarterback situations in the league, and yet the top th...

By ChrisPokorny Things have really quieted down in free agency after the signing of Stallworth (although the Browns did fork over quite a bit of money to Shaun Rogers). In the past several days, I've read numerous columns from people at ESPN, Sports Illustrated, and Yahoo Sports, most of which have stated...

By ChrisPokorny Browns offensive coordinator Rob Chudzinski will interview for the Baltimore Ravens head-coaching position, General Manager Phil Savage said Thursday. I think the Browns will sign Crennel to an extension and retain Chudzinski.

By ChrisPokorny Offensive Line The 49ers are giving up 3.33 sacks per game. The Browns are giving up 1.2 sacks per game. Frank Gore is underachieving compared to what he did last week. Jamal Lewis is having his best season in years. You tell me which offensive line has the edge here?

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By ChrisPokorny FINAL PREDICTION: Cleveland Browns 31, Cincinnati Bengals 28. This is the official gameday topic for the Cleveland Browns in Week 16 as they square off against the Cincinnati Bengals. All comments regarding the game should be posted in this topic. Enjoy the game, and GO BROWNS!!!

By ChrisPokorny About once a year, I will watch a Browns game and three hours later, I almost get a "that's it?" type of feeling. That's what happened this past Sunday against the New York Jets for the most part. Up until Jamal Lewis' fourth quarter run, which energized the entire city of Cleveland, I felt like...

By ChrisPokorny For those of you that are confused why so many national media reporters have projected the Browns to finish in the cellar of the AFC North again, re-watch last night's game, particularly the efforts from Charlie Frye and Derek Anderson, and you'll see why. The Browns were so sloppy last nig...

By ChrisPokorny The draft is less than 24 hours away now, and all of the buzz regarding potential trades has already begun, including an interesting one involving the Cleveland Browns. According to ESPN's Ed Werder, the Oakland Raiders are considering a trade that would send our third overall pick of the...