Rogers helps catch drunk driver

Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Shaun Rogers was involved in an arrest, but it wasn’t his own for a change.

Rogers phoned the police when he noticed a man driving erratically, and he was ultimately caught and charged with drunk driving.

He said that the driver was either drunk or sleepy, that they have run off the road a few times and had a flat tire.

Rogers put on his emergency flashers and drove right behind the car, alerting other drivers on the roadway to a dangerous situation. ( Read More…)

Thursday, July 22, 2010 at 3:43 pm by steve

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Watson to play big role in Browns offense

The Cleveland Browns don’t intend to waste away the talents of new tight end Ben Watson.

Watson, a former first-round pick, had marginal success with the high-powered New England Patriots.

He ended up as a disappointment, overshadowed by many of the team’s playmaking wideouts. ( Read More…)

Saturday, July 10, 2010 at 9:51 am by steve

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Browns not interested in Owens

The Cleveland Browns are not interested in signing veteran free agent wide receiver Terrell Owens.

Owens remains a free agent despite a number of teams that could use help at the wide receiver position. ( Read More…)

Tuesday, June 15, 2010 at 8:18 pm by steve

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Jackson could lose starting job

Believe it or not, Cleveland Browns linebacker D’Qwell Jackson could be in danger of losing his starting job.

Jackson has not yet signed his tender offer, which in the end could cost him a significant amount of money.

In addition, the team has significantly upgraded the talent at the linebacker position in the offseason.

Jackson was injured last year and missed more than half the season, so there is some question how he will respond in 2010.

He has not been at OTA’s, and the other talented linebackers have been impressing coaches in his absence.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010 at 6:25 pm by steve

Browns want Robiskie to step up

The Cleveland Browns are looking for big things this year from wide receiver Brian Robiskie.

The 2009 second round pick was disappointing in his rookie season, failing to make an impact on the offense.

Some of it certainly wasn’t his fault, as the team definitely had major issues at the quarterback position.

That won’t necessarily change this year, although Jake Delhomme should be an upgrade over last year’s Derek Anderson/Brady Quinn duo.

The Browns traded away Braylon Edwards and lost tight end Kellen Winslow last year, so the opportunity is there for Robiskie to have a huge impact.

Friday, June 4, 2010 at 4:47 pm by steve

Holmgren has no coaching itch

Cleveland Browns president Mike Holmgren doesn’t believe you will see him on the sidelines again.

Despite his prominent role in the organization, he has made it perfectly clear that he will not be returning to coach.

Rumors continue to float around that he would come down from the ivory towers if the team struggles under Eric Mangini.

Instead, the team president is working hard to try and build the Browns back into a winning organization.

It certainly won’t be easy, especially in a division that saw two teams get much better in the offseason.

Thursday, May 27, 2010 at 5:49 pm by steve

Dawson skips minicamp

Cleveland Browns kicker Phil Dawson skipped a practice in what could be a protest over his contract situation.

Dawson is in the final year of his contract and obviously wants a little bit of stability heading into next season.

He is the second-leading scorer in team history and has been asking for a new contract for several years.

The kicker position is probably not high on the list of priorities for a team with so many problems, but it is something that needs to be addressed.

The Browns have said that Dawson’s absence is not all about his contract but would not elaborate.

Sunday, May 23, 2010 at 7:34 am by steve

Harrison will compete for carries

The Cleveland Browns don’t plan on handing over the starting running back job to Jerome Harrison.

Harrison took over for Jamal Lewis last year and never looked back, finishing the season very strong.

However, the Browns aren’t ready to turn over the reins to him even though there is no other solid alternative.

The Browns did trade back in the draft and select Tennessee running back Montario Hardesty in the second round.

The team would like to get him some carries each game at the very least, if not split the starting job between the two players.

Monday, May 10, 2010 at 6:15 pm by steve

Browns sign A. Smith

The Cleveland Browns have signed veteran tight end Alex Smith to a contract. Terms were not disclosed.

Smith started five games for the Philadelphia Eagles last season, filling in for the injured Brent Celek.

He had just three catches for 25 yards last year, although it’s worth noting that Philadelphia does not use the tight end very much.

Smith is still a fairly young guy, having been a third-round pick of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers back in 2005.

If nothing else, he should be able to provide some depth at a position that had none last season.

Saturday, May 8, 2010 at 3:20 pm by steve

Browns add Haden at No. 7

The Cleveland Browns stayed true to their board and selected cornerback Joe Haden with the No. 7 overall pick.

Haden was considered the top corner coming out of Florida but had seen his stock waiver in recent weeks.

Scouts were unimpressed by Haden’s workouts, in particular his slow time in the 40-yard dash.

Some speculated that Cleveland actually had Boise State’s Kyle Wilson at the top of their draft board at the cornerback position.

Cleveland’s defense should receive a huge boost in the secondary from a guy that can come in and start immediately.

Tuesday, April 27, 2010 at 6:08 pm by steve