BerniesElbow Posted February 11, 2014 Share Posted February 11, 2014 The Cleveland Browns have fired both CEO Joe Banner and General Manager Mike Lombardi. *I like the move, but I think if Haslam had done this earlier, they might have been able to get a decent, experienced coach. http://sports.yahoo.com/news/browns-ceo-gm-leaving-team-151511012--nfl.html Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maqroll Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 It never ends for you guys. I hope you finally get some stability and continuity. (Always had a soft spot for the Browns) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted February 12, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted February 12, 2014 With all the picks and cap-space, this is a monumental draft/preseason for the Browns. Better get it right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bully Posted February 12, 2014 Share Posted February 12, 2014 I really hope that the Browns go for Manziel (without throwing away a crazy number of picks) as we need that type of profile player to give the team a presence and more of an identity. I dont watch any college football so what is Manziel worth? is he even the right man for the Browns? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerniesElbow Posted February 15, 2014 Author Share Posted February 15, 2014 (edited) Manziel would be my pick. Is he the guy to be a good QB for the next 10 years? Who knows. He's a little on the small size, about the same as Drew Brees. But I like his heart. He's a rollout QB who can extend the play by moving. Most "mock drafts" have him going to Cleveland at this point. BUT the Texans have the #1 pick and need a QB also. He is famous in Texas (since he played at Texas AnM) and would sell tickets right away. And, lets not forget, he won the Heisman Trophy as a freshman and helped his team drop 40+ points on Alabama two years in a row. Naturally at this time of year, teams are not going to reveal who they covet, but the Texas GM has said they are willing to listen to offers to trade down. Cleveland has alot of picks, including two first rounders this year. There are three potential starting QBs of the future in this draft: Johnny (Football) Manziel from Texas AnM, Teddy Bridgewater from Louisville and Blake Bortles from Central Florida. Cleveland could stay at #4 and still get one of those guys without doing anything. But Tegis is correct. The fans are starting to give up, they really need to get this right. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mp8iZAySN2M Johnny Manziel highlights http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=br9-OACeru4 Teddy Bridgewater highlights http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AJueUfQjMbc Blake Bortles higlights Edited February 15, 2014 by BerniesElbow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
abdomlahor Posted February 15, 2014 Share Posted February 15, 2014 (edited) Honestly, the Browns - if they make the correct decisions (lol) - could have a decent season if they draft a QB as they should. Manziel with weapons on offence like Josh Gordon could be useful. Edited February 15, 2014 by adz.villa Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerniesElbow Posted February 21, 2014 Author Share Posted February 21, 2014 Spot on. http://www.wmms.com/onair/the-alan-cox-show-50360/brian-kenny-explains-what-its-like-to-be-a-browns-fan-nsfw-language-12087300/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerniesElbow Posted February 23, 2014 Author Share Posted February 23, 2014 It looks like Manziels stock has dropped a bit since he measured in at under 6ft. Also, he is not throwing at the scouting combine. Maybe the Browns should take Sammy Watkins, WR from Clemson, at #4? OR, if Ja'daveon Clowney is there, well...alot of people are saying he will be the next Reggie White. I'm glad I dont have to make this decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leviramsey Posted February 24, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted February 24, 2014 Harbaugh to the Browns?The biggest question to come out of the NFL combine so far has nothing to do with the NFL combine; it has to do with 49ers coach Jim Harbaugh. That question: Did San Francisco almost trade Harbaugh to the Cleveland Browns? Apparently, it depends on whom you ask.San Francisco 49ers CEO Jed York issued a stern denial Friday, calling the report untrue. York may want to get on the phone with Browns owner Jimmy Haslam though because Haslam has a different story. The Browns owner confirmed Sunday that his team went after Harbaugh."There was an opportunity there and it didn't materialize," Haslam told USA Today. That's all Haslam had to say on the subject, but that's all he needed to say. He confirmed there were at least talks on Cleveland's part to obtain Harbaugh.The situation gets even more interesting when you look back on a press conference Harbaugh held on Jan. 21 when he was actually asked about Cleveland.Reporter: Can you say if the Browns have contacted you about anyone on your staff?Harbaugh: I've had conversations with the Browns.Reporter: You have?Harbaugh: Yeah.Reporter: Regarding?Harbaugh: Regarding our coaches, yes.Reporter: So that's a possibility as far as that opening?Harbaugh: Yeah, there are possibilities.Reporter: Is it just one? There was a report about defensive line coach Jim Tomsula. Is he the one or are there others that the Browns have asked about?Harbaugh: Again, you start talking about other people's jobs -- that's their situation. You asked me if I've talked to anybody about our coaches, yes. Going into any further detail -- I don't think it helps our situation, their situation. Their search is their search.At the time, the thought was that Harbaugh was talking about Cleveland's interest in 49ers offensive coordinator Greg Roman, defensive coordinator Vic Fangio or Tomsula. But it's not a total reach to assume he was talking about himself. Obviously, no one at the press conference would have known that except for Harbaugh. The Browns didn't end up interviewing Tomsula, Roman or Fangio.It's also worth noting the timeline here. The 49ers were eliminated from the playoffs on Jan. 19. Harbaugh's press conference was on Jan. 21 and news of a Browns mystery candidate emerged Jan. 22. The mystery candidate was supposedly Greg Schiano, but maybe Schiano was just a red herring so no one would find out about Harbaugh. New Browns coach Mike Pettine was hired on Jan. 23.For his part, Harbaugh doesn't seem to agree with Haslam's version of events, Harbaugh said on Saturday he never talked to the Browns about becoming their coach, "For the record, I echo Jed York's comment … 'isn't true.' I know nothing about a trade with the Cleveland Browns and us involving me," Harbaugh said. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerniesElbow Posted February 25, 2014 Author Share Posted February 25, 2014 (edited) Lots of stories flying around about this. Including one that says Harbaugh went so far as to consult with his wife and kids. He is from Toledo, Ohio and his grandparents live about 30 minutes from Cleveland. Dont be surprised if he is not San Frans coach after this year. Apparently, he rubs some people the wrong way in the 49ers organization. Where theres smoke, theres fire. I'm not saying he will be Clevelands coach, they have their guy. But if another opportunity opens up (Raiders?...or a high profile college program?), it would not surprise me to see his name at the top of that teams list. Edited February 25, 2014 by BerniesElbow Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjw63 Posted February 25, 2014 Share Posted February 25, 2014 Ja'daveon Clowney Another fantastically stupid NFL name Where do these parents think 'em up? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maqroll Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Paperclips and Bricks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maqroll Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Ja'daveon Clowney Another fantastically stupid NFL name Where do these parents think 'em up? It's embarrassing. Imagine applying for a job and that's your name on your CV? If it's between you and a guy named David, guess who's going to get hired? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bully Posted February 26, 2014 Share Posted February 26, 2014 Story on nfl.com that Carr is the browns QB target. Weeden mk II? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BerniesElbow Posted February 26, 2014 Author Share Posted February 26, 2014 BROWNS release LB D'Qwell Jackson:“To the people of Cleveland and Browns fans everywhere: Eight years ago I began a journey that blessed me with the opportunity to be a part of a wonderful organization and community. I want to take this time to thank each and every one of you for opening your arms and hearts to my family and me, and for making Cleveland an easy place to love and call home. It’s been an honor playing in front of you.” – D’Qwell Jackson Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovers13 Posted March 10, 2014 Share Posted March 10, 2014 Probably because he spoke out in support of chud Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rjw63 Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Weeden and Campbell both gone. And has D'Qwell Jackson been re-signed? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted March 14, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted March 14, 2014 Jackson has signed for the Colts. Karlos Dansby is the replacement. A good one at that but a bit older Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rovers13 Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 I don't understand getting rid of Campbell. He'd be a really solid backup/guy to have and help the new quarterback. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tegis Posted March 15, 2014 VT Supporter Share Posted March 15, 2014 The one they draft and Hoyer will compete. Campbell is a dead end. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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