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Aug 29, 2011 6:35 PM
lhslep134;876708 wrote:When was this said?
Supposedly a week or so ago. LeCharles Bentley was the one he supposedly said it to so take that fwiw.
Aug 29, 2011 6:35pm
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Aug 29, 2011 6:37 PM
BR1986FB;876712 wrote:Supposedly a week or so ago. LeCharles Bentley was the one he supposedly said it to so take that fwiw.
Even if he means it, if he works his ass off here and gives it 100% on every play then I'm OK with it.
Aug 29, 2011 6:37pm
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Aug 29, 2011 6:37 PM
I expect the Browns to win the opener, and think it will happen. I think the offense and defense will play well.
Aug 29, 2011 6:37pm
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Aug 29, 2011 6:40 PM
lhslep134;876713 wrote:Even if he means it, if he works his ass off here and gives it 100% on every play then I'm OK with it.
You may be OK with it. But if this gets out, most Browns fans won't be. It's pretty much a slap in the face to Cleveland.
Aug 29, 2011 6:40pm
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Aug 29, 2011 6:42 PM
zach24oz;876714 wrote:I expect the Browns to win the opener, and think it will happen. I think the offense and defense will play well.
I think the Browns are the better team too but I never take a season opener for granted. Too many people think the Bengals game is a "gimme." All they (Cincy) have to do is establish a running game, play good defense and hope Dalton doesn't screw up and they could win (the Flacco/Sanchez/Roethlisberger "game manager for rookies" formula). Personally, I'd LOVE to see the Browns blow them out of the water to set the tone for the season.
Aug 29, 2011 6:42pm
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Aug 29, 2011 6:48 PM
I don't think the Bengales defense will stop the Browns O enough though...and I dont think they are going to be able to run the ball that great...if Taylor and Rubin are getting a huge push against the OL then our D should be fine...we'll see what happens though. Crazy things do happen sometimes.
Aug 29, 2011 6:48pm
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Aug 29, 2011 7:16 PM
Play out the duration of your contract, produce 100%, and if you move on after the contract is over, so be it--good luck.

Just don't hold a tv broadcast on a decision of where you'll be going :D
Aug 29, 2011 7:16pm
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Aug 29, 2011 7:41 PM
SportsAndLady;876756 wrote: Just don't hold a tv broadcast on a decision of where you'll be going :D
True story
Aug 29, 2011 7:41pm
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Aug 29, 2011 7:44 PM
It is ok if you are raising money for charity
Aug 29, 2011 7:44pm
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Aug 29, 2011 8:18 PM
wes_mantooth;876784 wrote:It is ok if you are raising money for charity
I hate that argument so bad lol
Aug 29, 2011 8:18pm
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Aug 29, 2011 9:03 PM
BR1986FB;876722 wrote:I think the Browns are the better team too but I never take a season opener for granted. Too many people think the Bengals game is a "gimme." All they (Cincy) have to do is establish a running game, play good defense and hope Dalton doesn't screw up and they could win (the Flacco/Sanchez/Roethlisberger "game manager for rookies" formula). Personally, I'd LOVE to see the Browns blow them out of the water to set the tone for the season.
Yeah, that "game manager for rookies" formula only works when you have a solid team around you. The Bengals aren't nearly as good as any of those other teams.
Aug 29, 2011 9:03pm
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Aug 30, 2011 5:25 AM
se-alum;876937 wrote:Yeah, that "game manager for rookies" formula only works when you have a solid team around you. The Bengals aren't nearly as good as any of those other teams.
I don't exactly think the Browns are a juggernaut by any stretch and no game should really be taken for granted by the fans.
Aug 30, 2011 5:25am
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Aug 30, 2011 10:48 AM
Browns signed G/T Oniel Cousins (Ravens) off waivers. He is fairly young (27) which is the best thing I can say about him. If the Rats didn't want him with their craptastic line he can't be too good. I think the end is VERY near, career-wise, for Eric Steinbach.
Aug 30, 2011 10:48am
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Aug 30, 2011 10:51 AM
I wonder how losing Steiny will effect Thomas. He's played every game in the pros with Stein next to him and I always hear how consistency is key to a good oline.
Aug 30, 2011 10:51am
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Aug 30, 2011 2:22 PM
Enjoy....;)
7 minutes ago - by Marty Gitlin - TE Watson should make quick return from hip issue
Coach Pat Shurmur said TE Benjamin Watson (hip) will be "out here quickly." Watson, who led the team in catches and receiving yards in 2010, has looked solid throughout camp. Browns RapidReports
8 minutes ago - by Marty Gitlin - Cousins pickup unrelated to Steinbach situation
Coach Pat Shurmur said the pickup of OL Oniel Cousins had been planned after he was released by the Ravens and was unrelated to the potential loss for the season of LG Eric Steinbach. Cousins played RT in his first practice with the Browns. Browns RapidReports
9 minutes ago - by Marty Gitlin - Shurmur awaits results of LG Steinbach's back surgery
LG Eric Steinbach had surgery on his back Tuesday morning after treatment failed to relieve a disc problem. Coach Pat Shurmur said he has yet to be updated about the result of the procedure or if Steinbach and is unsure if he will be placed on IR. Browns RapidReports
Aug. 30, 2011 12:45 p.m. - by Marty Gitlin - RT Pashos on field but doesn't practice Tuesday morning
RT Tony Pashos did not take part in Tuesday morning's practice. He was seen talking to a trainer, but remained on the field. Browns RapidReports
Aug. 30, 2011 12:37 p.m. - by Marty Gitlin - Battle for last RB spot between Porter, Smith continues
The battle for the last RB spot between Quinn Porter and Armond Smith continues to be interesting. Smith is more explosive, but far less dependable hanging on to the ball. Browns RapidReports
Aug. 30, 2011 12:18 p.m. - by Marty Gitlin - Cousins lines up as backup RT, likely won't start at LG
Oniel Cousins is lining up at RT with the backups. Though Cousins can play either guard or tackle, that indicates he won't be Eric Steinbach's replacement at LG. Rookie Jason Pinkston will almost certainly keep that opportunity. Browns RapidReports
Aug. 30, 2011 12:05 p.m. - by Marty Gitlin - Gocong, Watson, Mitchell on bikes
LB Chris Gocong (neck), TE Benjamin Watson (leg) and WR Carlton Mitchell (unspecified) are on the stationary bikes. Mitchell returned Monday from a finger injury, but had a slight limp later in practice. Browns RapidReports
Aug. 30, 2011 12:04 p.m. - by Marty Gitlin - Browns sign OL Cousins; LG Steinbach likely headed to IR
The Browns on Tuesday morning were faced with making room for newly acquired OL Oniel Cousins by 4 p.m. that afternoon. Speculation was that LG Eric Steinbach will be placed on IR and will have surgery for a disc problem in his back. Browns RapidReports
Aug 30, 2011 2:22pm
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Aug 30, 2011 3:40 PM
Steinbach officially placed on IR. It was nice knowin' ya, Steiny.
Aug 30, 2011 3:40pm
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Aug 30, 2011 3:41 PM
Hearing talk that it could be the end of his career.
Aug 30, 2011 3:41pm
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Aug 30, 2011 3:44 PM
SMH....the minute we think we have a solid line karma hits you in the mouth and reminds you this is Cleveland. :mad:
Aug 30, 2011 3:44pm
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Aug 30, 2011 3:45 PM
Commander of Awesome;877623 wrote:Hearing talk that it could be the end of his career.
I think that's a "no brainer." Undersized/technician O-Lineman with disc problems in his back? Yeah, he's likely done.
Aug 30, 2011 3:45pm
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Aug 30, 2011 3:46 PM
OQB;877628 wrote:SMH....the minute we think we have a solid line karma hits you in the mouth and reminds you this is Cleveland. :mad:
I'm not too concerned about this. They were going in that direction anyway. His play had slipped over the past few years.
Aug 30, 2011 3:46pm
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Aug 30, 2011 3:53 PM
I hear you, two rookies on the line is a bit worrisome. Hopefully Pinkston steps up and performs.
Aug 30, 2011 3:53pm
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Aug 30, 2011 4:06 PM
Just sitting back and thinking for a moment, if Pinkston can step up and be reliable that puts a good YOUNG left side together that could be an anchor for many years. This especially holds with the extension of Thomas.
Aug 30, 2011 4:06pm
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Aug 30, 2011 4:07 PM
It is really hard to be "glass half full guy", especially in Cleveland.
Aug 30, 2011 4:07pm
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Aug 30, 2011 4:09 PM
Drums of War;877647 wrote:It is really hard to be "glass half full guy", especially in Cleveland.
especially when every athlete is made of glass
Aug 30, 2011 4:09pm
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Aug 30, 2011 4:17 PM
If the front office doesn't make a move beyond Cousins to try and shore up the depth on the OL -- and McCoy ends up getting hurt because of poor line play -- Heckert should be put in stocks on public square and give people a chance to throw rotten tomatoes at him.

I don't give a rat's furry behind what your overall philosophy is for building a team, in a situation like this you find the best OL you can to protect your (potential) franchise QB. If McCoy is unable to play all the games this year and grow his game...then it doesn't matter what your philosophy is because you will basically be set back a year in his development.
Aug 30, 2011 4:17pm