Cleveland Browns Off Season plans (1 Viewer)

[a_rackowski]

Browns offseason plans should be :

#1)draft Brady Quinn. Premier talent like Braylon Edwards and Winslow is going to waste with Charlie Frye. Joe Thomas would be a good pick but he is too talented to last this long. Crenell and Weis I am sure have been talking about this kid for a long time. If Quinn is gone(cause I think DET and Oak have to think real hard about him) then I think the Browns have to look at Joe Thomas.

#2) Trade for Chris Perry - His skills are undeniable and would be the most talented RB in Cleveland in a long long time. It would give Brady Quinn a nice check down guy and he can be had for pretty cheap because of his injury history.

#3)2nd round draft Jeff Samardzija WR Notre Dame. Again Crennell and Weis have been in conversation and this gives the Browns offense more then enough playmakers. The rest of their draft can focus on defense.

#4)Sign Leonard Davis and move him to OG. Davis is a mauler of a run blocker but cant pass block a DE one on one. Move him back to guard where so many projected such a bright future. Only problem is you will have to pay him like a tackle.

#5)Sign Lance Briggs to play opposite Wimbley. Briggs wants to be featured in a defense and is tired of playing sidekick to Urlacher. Going to Cleveland in the 3-4, in a place with years of LB history is going to be very appealing to him. The Browns are going to have to outbid some people, but with 33 Million available to them I dont see it being a problem.

Anyhow - this is just my opinion - I am just gearing up for the offseason and I enjoy taking some time and trying to address other teams offseason needs. I guess I have too much time on my hands when football season is over.

 

[Jene Bramel]

Browns offseason plans should be :#1)draft Brady Quinn. Premier talent like Braylon Edwards and Winslow is going to waste with Charlie Frye. Joe Thomas would be a good pick but he is too talented to last this long. Crenell and Weis I am sure have been talking about this kid for a long time. If Quinn is gone(cause I think DET and Oak have to think real hard about him) then I think the Browns have to look at Joe Thomas. #2) Trade for Chris Perry - His skills are undeniable and would be the most talented RB in Cleveland in a long long time. It would give Brady Quinn a nice check down guy and he can be had for pretty cheap because of his injury history. #3)2nd round draft Jeff Samardzija WR Notre Dame. Again Crennell and Weis have been in conversation and this gives the Browns offense more then enough playmakers. The rest of their draft can focus on defense. #4)Sign Leonard Davis and move him to OG. Davis is a mauler of a run blocker but cant pass block a DE one on one. Move him back to guard where so many projected such a bright future. Only problem is you will have to pay him like a tackle. #5)Sign Lance Briggs to play opposite Wimbley. Briggs wants to be featured in a defense and is tired of playing sidekick to Urlacher. Going to Cleveland in the 3-4, in a place with years of LB history is going to be very appealing to him. The Browns are going to have to outbid some people, but with 33 Million available to them I dont see it being a problem. Anyhow - this is just my opinion - I am just gearing up for the offseason and I enjoy taking some time and trying to address other teams offseason needs. I guess I have too much time on my hands when football season is over.

No question the Browns need work. And I don't closely follow the team so I'm not a big help in identifying specific help, nor is this intended to flame your post.But #2 won't happen and #5 would be a major mistake.The Bengals love Chris Perry. When he's been healthy, he's been a very good change of pace option and is the best receiving back on the roster. The fact that he's under a rookie contract through 2009, injury history or no, works against moving him rather than helping. While the Bengals may take a RB in the middle rounds this season as a hedge that Perry isn't the man long term, Perry isn't going anywhere.And, while I'm of the opinion that Lance Briggs is physical enough and has a broad enough skill set to be successful outside the Tampa-2 scheme, 3-4 OLB isn't a good fit at all for him. And playing the left (strong) side across from Wimbley makes it even worse. He's not an accomplished pass rusher and he'll have trouble anchoring the edge against the run. If you had written Adalius Thomas there, I'm with you all the way. But Briggs isn't a fit at 3-4 OLB.I think the Browns' defense has big potential. Didn't help that they struggled with some many issues at DE and CB this year as the LB and S play was really solid up the middle for the most part.

 

[Colin Dowling]

Hate to burst your bubble, but Quinn and Thomas should be gone by the 3rd pick. Reading the rest of your post now...

 

[Bobcat10]

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#1 - disagree, 'nough said.

#2 - would be nice, but wishful.

#3 - disagree, already have him, his initials are JJ, and we need help in lots more areas than WR.

#4 - why not put him at tackle?

#5 - again, the Browns have many more needs than LB, I think it is one of the Browns strengths, money can be spent elsewhere. A full list of FAs would probably show better targets.

 

[Colin Dowling]

Excellent post, even if much of it is unlikely to happen. One point at a time...

1. Quinn and Thomas are probably going 1 - 2 unless Alan Branch goes ape$#!+ at the workouts or Brohm or Russell comes out. More likely, the Browns may want to consider one of the free agents or easily acquired vets that are available. For example, how would Byron Leftwich look? How about Josh McCown? Patrick Ramsey could probably be had. David Carr is bound to be available. Drew Bledsoe and Kerry Collins if an immobile veteran would be good to have around. I'd be tempted to go after Carr, and I've been as hard on him as anyone.

2. I doubt Perry is available. Just b/c he has been hurt doesn't mean the Bengals dislike him. The answer here is to take Adrian Peterson. If there were a top-flight O-lineman available, that would work too. but I don't see Thomas slipping.

3. I doubt he'll be there. And if he is, I'm not sure I'd spend the top two picks on skill positions. The fat-middle of offensive linemen usually comes between round 2 and 4. That should be of interest to the Browns. Otherwise, a DT like Justin Harrell from Tennessee should be a consideration.

4. Excellent idea. I really like this one. No idea what it will cost to get Davis, but I don't know why more teams don't sign big run blocking tackles who suck against the pass and turn them in to guards.

5. Bad idea. Briggs would cost too much for what he would bring, IMO.

 

[5Rings]

5 things?

1) LT

2) LG

3) Get Bentley healthy

4) RG

5) RT

I think Romeo is putting the pieces together for a nice defense, but the offense has totally let this team down this season. Worst OL I've seen all year, from game one on. A solid OL would allow marginal players like Frye and Droughns to succeed.

 

[chris1969]

5 Things ....

#1 Get Vonnie Holliday in FA and instantly upgrade your Run D.

#2 Get Steinbach in FA and Play him at LT, move Shaffer to RT

#3 Get Davis and play him at RG next to Shaffer. You'll be able to run right all day.

#4 Trade down in the first round and get extra picks.

#5 Take the best player available with each pick

 

[AtomicDogg97]

5 Things ....#1 Get Vonnie Holliday in FA and instantly upgrade your Run D.#2 Get Steinbach in FA and Play him at LT, move Shaffer to RT#3 Get Davis and play him at RG next to Shaffer. You'll be able to run right all day.#4 Trade down in the first round and get extra picks.#5 Take the best player available with each pick

This is by far the best post. Everyone on the Cleveland radio shows are already clamoring for the Browns to sign Steinbach.Cleveland's biggest needs our on the offensive and defensive lines. We definitely don't need Samarajda.....Edwards and Jurevicious are fine as wideouts! If Thomas isn't available when they pick, I think Petersen wuld be the best choice.

 

[Assani Fisher]

Why would Cincy want to give up their backup RB who isn't making a lot of money to a division rival cheaply?

 

[aposulli]

I stopped reading after #1. Quinn and Thomas will be gone.

 

[Fallerjw]

5 things?1) LT2) LG3) Get Bentley healthy4) RG5) RTI think Romeo is putting the pieces together for a nice defense, but the offense has totally let this team down this season. Worst OL I've seen all year, from game one on. A solid OL would allow marginal players like Frye and Droughns to succeed.

I like this scenario the best, but I don't think it's going to happen.

 

[Gr00vus]

5 things?1) LT2) LG3) Get Bentley healthy4) RG5) RTI think Romeo is putting the pieces together for a nice defense, but the offense has totally let this team down this season. Worst OL I've seen all year, from game one on. A solid OL would allow marginal players like Frye and Droughns to succeed.

I like this scenario the best, but I don't think it's going to happen.

It'll be another long year again in Cleveland if something like that doesn't happen.

 

[diesel7982]

Romeo Crennell is going to end up unemployed

The Browns will not likely be able to draft Quinn or Thomas

Cinci is not going to trade away Chris Perry for the price the Browns will want, and he's too injury prone to pay a high price for.

Leonard Davis will be an NFL OG for the rest of his career. When he played there previously he was one of the better OGs in the league, but with his salary, the Cards forced him out to LT. There will be plenty of competitors for Davis, and the Browns, with money already tied up in Andruzzi and Coleman, not to mention Shaffer, Bentley and Tucker will not be the frontrunners.

Jeff Samardzija A) isnt going to be there and B) isnt needed currently by the Browns. They have plenty of recieving talent, they just need a QB who can operate the offense and an OL to keep him upright.

If Crennell stays, Briggs would be a very very overpaid and underutilized LB in the type of system they run. Briggs is going to be overpaid regardless, so as a fan, I think Id want my team to stay away from him.

Every team has money to spend this offseason. The average cap room for teams will be over $20mil. Having $33 mil doesnt guarantee the Browns anything.

 

[diesel7982]

5 Things ....

#1 Get Vonnie Holliday in FA and instantly upgrade your Run D.

#2 Get Steinbach in FA and Play him at LT, move Shaffer to RT

#3 Get Davis and play him at RG next to Shaffer. You'll be able to run right all day.

#4 Trade down in the first round and get extra picks.

#5 Take the best player available with each pick

This is by far the best post. Everyone on the Cleveland radio shows are already clamoring for the Browns to sign Steinbach.Cleveland's biggest needs our on the offensive and defensive lines. We definitely don't need Samarajda.....Edwards and Jurevicious are fine as wideouts! If Thomas isn't available when they pick, I think Petersen wuld be the best choice.

It sounds like it was written by someone who calls into a sports talk show.

Holiday is an aging subpar 3-4 DE.

I like Steinbach, but Shaffer would be a poor RT, and CLE already has tons of salary tied up in their OL. Steinbach will probably command the most money in the offseason of all available OL, and Leonard Davis will likely be 2nd. Saying the Browns should sign both is, for obvious reasons, silly. This isnt Madden 2007.

Everyone wants to trade down...what player in this years' draft is worth trading up for? No one wants the #1, who is going to be there at #3?

Every fan says they want their team to draft BPA, and then get pissed when they do. (See: Mike Williams, DET, and Chris Perry, CIN).

 

[Blackjacks]

Everyone wants to trade down...what player in this years' draft is worth trading up for? No one wants the #1, who is going to be there at #3?

CALVIN JOHNSON

 

[chris1969]

5 Things ....

#1 Get Vonnie Holliday in FA and instantly upgrade your Run D.

#2 Get Steinbach in FA and Play him at LT, move Shaffer to RT

#3 Get Davis and play him at RG next to Shaffer. You'll be able to run right all day.

#4 Trade down in the first round and get extra picks.

#5 Take the best player available with each pick

This is by far the best post. Everyone on the Cleveland radio shows are already clamoring for the Browns to sign Steinbach.Cleveland's biggest needs our on the offensive and defensive lines. We definitely don't need Samarajda.....Edwards and Jurevicious are fine as wideouts! If Thomas isn't available when they pick, I think Petersen wuld be the best choice.

It sounds like it was written by someone who calls into a sports talk show.

Holiday is an aging subpar 3-4 DE. Not sure where you get the subpar stuff, he's got like 55 tackles and 7 sacks and would be a huge upgrade over McKinnley! Jason Taylor has been campaigning all year to get him in the Pro Bowl.

I like Steinbach, but Shaffer would be a poor RT This one I really take exception to, he's more of a RT than an LT! He played LT in ATL because Vick is left handed and he played it in CLE because that's where we had an opening. Although his pass blocking has gotten alot better, he is first and foremost a run blocker. and CLE already has tons of salary tied up in their OL. Steinbach will probably command the most money in the offseason of all available OL, and Leonard Davis will likely be 2nd. Saying the Browns should sign both is, for obvious reasons, silly. This isnt Madden 2007. Cleveland is in a better position cap-wise this year than they were last year. I'm not sure Davis would be 2nd in pay if all the other teams are looking at him at guard instead of tackle. Heck even a guy like Mike Gandy may get more money than Davis! They have about $34 million to spend, which means they could get all 3 of the guys I mentioned along with a Nate Clements and Terdell Sands and still be ok

Everyone wants to trade down...what player in this years' draft is worth trading up for? No one wants the #1, who is going to be there at #3?That's the tough part finding someone that will trade up. I could see a few teams that would trade up for Johnson a #3 if he declared though, also Peterson should be there at #3 it depends who is after us in the draft order, that a team would want to leap over. Even if we couldn't trade down, I'd be happy if we took Thomas or Branch at #3.

Every fan says they want their team to draft BPA, and then get pissed when they do. (See: Mike Williams, DET, and Chris Perry, CIN).

We have enough needs on this team that BPA is probably gonna be something we need anyway, but I do understand you on that one!

 

[Ron_Mexico]

Chris Perrry is one of the most

overrated busts this side of Ryan Leaf.

For some strange reason,

FF owners still love to suck his kock.

Forget about it.

 

[thayman]

You could only come up with 5 things?

 

[Josh the FunkDOC]

Well, if nothing else, there's one positive in this thread: Nobody brought up Troy Smith yet.

Leftwich would be an excellent addition if possible, as he is still somewhat young and his WRs in Jax made him look much worse than he is. I'd much prefer him over <Insert Crappy Veteran Here>. If he's not a possibility, though, we should still grab someone; pretty much anyone with a modicum of football knowledge, when asked about Charlie Frye, gives replies ranging from "he doesn't look very promising" to "he doesn't belong in the NFL".

We *should* be set at CB with Bodden & Baxter, but Baxter just can't stay on the field. Even still, the secondary is perhaps the strongest area of this team.

We have almost no pass rush outside of Wimbley, and we can't stop the run. In particular, we need a real long-term nose tackle, as Washington is overrated and very old.

Bentley & Shaffer are fine, but the rest of the line needs to get blown up.

Our RBs don't look very good even accounting for the joke of an o-line, but that's not as pressing a need as the others I mentioned; decent RBs are a dime a dozen.

In the draft, I would take Joe Thomas in a nanosecond if he were to fall to us, and move Shaffer to RT. If that doesn't work out, I'd consider trading down if some other team has a crazy man-crush on Calvin Johnson or whoever; otherwise, stick to building the offensive & defensive lines, and maybe throw in a sleeper or two at other spots.

 

[Slinger]

Hey diesel5628. What 5 things would you do to improve Cleveland?

 

[BGP]

Hate to burst your bubble, but Quinn and Thomas should be gone by the 3rd pick. Reading the rest of your post now...

How often do the projected #1 and #2 picks in late december wind up being what actually happens in April?

 

[SproutDaddy]

Chris Perrry is one of the mostoverrated busts this side of Ryan Leaf.For some strange reason,FF owners still love to suck his kock.Forget about it.

IMO I think this statement is wrong. He's playing behind Rudi, and adds a certain dimension to this high powered offense. This season is the only time he's been injured. You act like he hasn't contributed anything in the time he has played. He is much better than some of the other starting RBs in this league.

 

[Browns Rule!]

The Browns only need 2 possitions next year to get to the playoffs. OLine and DLine. On OLine we have some pieces (Fraley is nice, if Bentley comes back can move to G, Tucker is a solid player and Coleman is decent which means we need a LT and another G, plus some solid depth). On DLine, we need Roye to come back healthy but need another DE for our 3-4, McKinnley just doesn't cut it. Washington is old so we need to start thinking about replacing him. Also, when Simon Frasier is your first guy off the bench your asking for trouble, we need depth.

So in conclusion, we need a LT and LG +depth, a DE, NT, and +depth, and we are in the playoffs next year.

 

[LoveMuscle]

Chris Perrry is one of the most

overrated busts this side of Ryan Leaf.

For some strange reason,

FF owners still love to suck his kock.

Forget about it.

IMO I think this statement is wrong. He's playing behind Rudi, and adds a certain dimension to this high powered offense. This season is the only time he's been injured. You act like he hasn't contributed anything in the time he has played. He is much better than some of the other starting RBs in this league.

:X :( This year is the only year he's actually played more than two games without being hurt.

 

[wadegarrett]

If the Browns take a WR in next year's draft I might kill myself.

Their #1 pick should be OL or DL. I'd accept Adrian Peterson there also.

 

[Blackjacks]

Has anyone else thought about Jake Plummer ending up in Cle?

It's definetly the closest he'll ever be to Canton but I think it woulds be a good fit.

 

[s_ezy]

i have posted this before

it doesn't matter who you put at QB in cleveland

if it was joe montana in his prime, he would still get pummeled because of poor O-line play

look at how good Jeff Garcia is doing with a good line in Philly, compare that to the two years in detroit and cleveland

damon huard was playing at a high level in KC behind that good O-line, compare that to how he looked in Miami

without an Offensive line the browns will comtinue to be, well..offensive to watch

 

[Bri]

Romeo Crennell is going to end up unemployed

Pats, Jets, Boys, Fins would hire him in a second

 

[Balco]

Crennell is a good defensive mind, so I don't really think a ton of $$$ should be thrown at defensive free agents. One player that should be available who can help immensely is Kevin Carter of the Dolphins. He has a huge cap number next year and will likely be cut. But he is an excellent 3-4 end, as he has experience playing in the 3-4 and playing end and tackle in a 4-3.

On offense, the return of Bentley is obviouly going to help. The Leonard Davis suggestion is a great one as the guy is an absolute mauler as an offensive guard. And Joe Thomas will be available at # 3 if they want to go that route.

 

[Tecumseh]

If the Browns end up with Quinn I'm giving up on them. Their priority should be in the trenches or MAYBE rb.

 

[Balco]

Crennell is a good defensive mind, so I don't really think a ton of $$$ should be thrown at defensive free agents. One player that should be available who can help immensely is Kevin Carter of the Dolphins. He has a huge cap number next year and will likely be cut. But he is an excellent 3-4 end, as he has experience playing in the 3-4 and playing end and tackle in a 4-3.On offense, the return of Bentley is obviouly going to help. The Leonard Davis suggestion is a great one as the guy is an absolute mauler as an offensive guard. And Joe Thomas will be available at # 3 if they want to go that route.

Bentley most likely out for "07" staph infection and another sugery needed.

Are you serious??? Wow, that sucks for Browns fans.

 

[Browns Rule!]

How expensive do you think it would be to move up 1 spot or 2 spots for the Browns???I guess that would be the deciding factor. I would think it's a good move for the Lions they like WR's anyway (Calvin Johnson).I thing Brady is going to be wearing Silver and Black.

If we take Brady Quinn I swear, we are the dumbest organization of all time. NO QB WILL WORK BEHIND THIS LINE. Manning, Vick, Brees, it doesn't matter. QB is not a need, Frye is fine, OLine is a need, DLine is a need. Get need positions only PLEASE!!!!!

 

[Streetduck]

Jacksonville needs to reconsider letting Leftwich go. Cleveland needs to concentrate on the OL

 

[chris1969]

If Det and Oak pick #1 and #2, look for 2 QB's to go.

If Cle is sitting at #3 in that situation look for a lot of inquiries for that #3 pick.

 

[chris1969]

A perfect scenario would be.....

#1 Det takes Quinn

#2 Oak takes Lemarcus

Cleveland calls Arizona and dangles Thomas.

#3 AZ takes Thomas

#4 TB takes Gaines Adams

#5 Browns pull a trade with AZ's #5 pick to another team wanting Peterson or Johnson

AZ will be desperate for a LT and nervous with CLE and TB drafting ahead of them. I know it's alot of what ifs, but that's just one scenario, the possibilities are endless.

 

[BGP]

If the Browns end up with Quinn I'm giving up on them. Their priority should be in the trenches or MAYBE rb.

As a Browns fan for 20 years, I've watched this club neglect the OL since the days Ernie Accorsi was the GM.They drafted RB Eric Metcalf and "experts" praised it as the right move to get the offense going.Then they drafted Leroy Hoard and "experts" praised it as the right move to get the offense going.Then we drafted "touchdown" Tommy Vardell and "experts" REALLY praised that one - his freaking NAME was touchdown! ow can he fail?!?!Then the Browns left town.So the Browns come back and they draft William Green. "Experts" praise that pick as the right move to get the offense going.While I'm sitting here watching this trainwreck, we continue to ignore the OL.So let's see, the offense still has been terrible since Metcalf. And what is it I'm hearing? What are the "experts" saying? Are they telling me the Browns should maybe try something new (and do the right thing) and start drafting OL? Nope now they tell me ADRIAN PETERSON, AN RB, IS THE RIGHT MOVE TO GET THE OFFENSE GOING.If you are an expert suggesting the Browns take Peterson, for everyone's sake, stop watching the NFL. You don't understand the game.

 

[Tecumseh]

If the Browns end up with Quinn I'm giving up on them. Their priority should be in the trenches or MAYBE rb.

As a Browns fan for 20 years, I've watched this club neglect the OL since the days Ernie Accorsi was the GM.They drafted RB Eric Metcalf and "experts" praised it as the right move to get the offense going.Then they drafted Leroy Hoard and "experts" praised it as the right move to get the offense going.Then we drafted "touchdown" Tommy Vardell and "experts" REALLY praised that one - his freaking NAME was touchdown! ow can he fail?!?!Then the Browns left town.So the Browns come back and they draft William Green. "Experts" praise that pick as the right move to get the offense going.While I'm sitting here watching this trainwreck, we continue to ignore the OL.So let's see, the offense still has been terrible since Metcalf. And what is it I'm hearing? What are the "experts" saying? Are they telling me the Browns should maybe try something new (and do the right thing) and start drafting OL? Nope now they tell me ADRIAN PETERSON, AN RB, IS THE RIGHT MOVE TO GET THE OFFENSE GOING.If you are an expert suggesting the Browns take Peterson, for everyone's sake, stop watching the NFL. You don't understand the game.

I wouldn't have a huge problem with them taking a RB in the second or third rd, but absolutely do not use the first pick on Peterson.

 

[daveR]

Crennell is a good defensive mind, so I don't really think a ton of $$$ should be thrown at defensive free agents. One player that should be available who can help immensely is Kevin Carter of the Dolphins. He has a huge cap number next year and will likely be cut. But he is an excellent 3-4 end, as he has experience playing in the 3-4 and playing end and tackle in a 4-3.On offense, the return of Bentley is obviouly going to help. The Leonard Davis suggestion is a great one as the guy is an absolute mauler as an offensive guard. And Joe Thomas will be available at # 3 if they want to go that route.

Bentley most likely out for "07" staph infection and another sugery needed.

Are you serious??? Wow, that sucks for Browns fans.

It's looking more and more like the case. I don't have a link, but rumors have been going around for awhile.

That's the rumor at this point. We really don't know yet. I really hope it proves false With A.P. available, I gotta assume they'll be able to trade down. Here's hoping they draft three OL in the first two rounds!BTW. they may end up with pick #4. TB might get #3. The tie-breaker is strength of schedule.

 

[chris1969]

A perfect scenario would be.....#1 Det takes Quinn#2 Oak takes LemarcusCleveland calls Arizona and dangles Thomas.#3 AZ takes Thomas#4 TB takes Gaines Adams#5 Browns pull a trade with AZ's #5 pick to another team wanting Peterson or JohnsonAZ will be desperate for a LT and nervous with CLE and TB drafting ahead of them. I know it's alot of what ifs, but that's just one scenario, the possibilities are endless.

Browns take Thomas with 3rd in the scenario.

I could see that too, and would be happy if we went o-line, but our phone should be ringing off the hook with offers and we could get away with a trade if we got steinbach in FA. Heck NE with 2 first rounders might even try to make a play for Johnson at #3.

 

[Lutherman2112]

1. Move to LA

2. Move to LA

3. Move the team to LA

4. Move to LA

5. Move to LA

 

[LogDawg]

Browns offseason plans should be :#1)draft Brady Quinn. Premier talent like Braylon Edwards and Winslow is going to waste with Charlie Frye. Joe Thomas would be a good pick but he is too talented to last this long. Crenell and Weis I am sure have been talking about this kid for a long time. If Quinn is gone(cause I think DET and Oak have to think real hard about him) then I think the Browns have to look at Joe Thomas. #2) Trade for Chris Perry - His skills are undeniable and would be the most talented RB in Cleveland in a long long time. It would give Brady Quinn a nice check down guy and he can be had for pretty cheap because of his injury history. #3)2nd round draft Jeff Samardzija WR Notre Dame. Again Crennell and Weis have been in conversation and this gives the Browns offense more then enough playmakers. The rest of their draft can focus on defense. #4)Sign Leonard Davis and move him to OG. Davis is a mauler of a run blocker but cant pass block a DE one on one. Move him back to guard where so many projected such a bright future. Only problem is you will have to pay him like a tackle. #5)Sign Lance Briggs to play opposite Wimbley. Briggs wants to be featured in a defense and is tired of playing sidekick to Urlacher. Going to Cleveland in the 3-4, in a place with years of LB history is going to be very appealing to him. The Browns are going to have to outbid some people, but with 33 Million available to them I dont see it being a problem. Anyhow - this is just my opinion - I am just gearing up for the offseason and I enjoy taking some time and trying to address other teams offseason needs. I guess I have too much time on my hands when football season is over.

Are you F'n nuts? Have you been watching the Browns this season? That is one of the worst O'lines i've ever seen. And you're worried about getting Jeff Samardzija and Chris Perry. This team has talent at the skill positions. Winslow, Edwards, JJ, Droughns, etc. Draft Quinn?!?!?!?! HE WON'T BE THERE!IT ALL STARTS UP FRONT!!!!! I wish someone would get a clue. Especially the Browns front office.

 

[-OZ-]

They probably shouldn't, but wouldn't Romeo be interested in Weis's product?

I don't know how much it would cost, but I would think Oakland and Cleveland would discuss a trade. Quinn/Thomas+

 

[nxmehta]

1. Move to LA2. Move to LA3. Move the team to LA4. Move to LA5. Move to LA

Hey, great idea! Why don't we move the Browns out of Cleveland AGAIN?! Then we can be the only city in the universe screwed out of a team twice! Although with the track record of the previous move, the new LA team would probably win a quick championship.

 

[knowledge dropper]

Chris Perry as a solution?

He can't stay healthy and is not as good as Kenny Watson (this from a Bengals fan). Lee Suggs was a comparable RB. I just don't see Perry being an every down NFL RB. The Browns have to improve the OL and bring in a vet QB.

Steinbach is going to cost someone a fortune. There is much better value out there.

 

[nxmehta]

Romeo Crennell is going to end up unemployedThe Browns will not likely be able to draft Quinn or ThomasCinci is not going to trade away Chris Perry for the price the Browns will want, and he's too injury prone to pay a high price for.Leonard Davis will be an NFL OG for the rest of his career. When he played there previously he was one of the better OGs in the league, but with his salary, the Cards forced him out to LT. There will be plenty of competitors for Davis, and the Browns, with money already tied up in Andruzzi and Coleman, not to mention Shaffer, Bentley and Tucker will not be the frontrunners.Jeff Samardzija A) isnt going to be there and B) isnt needed currently by the Browns. They have plenty of recieving talent, they just need a QB who can operate the offense and an OL to keep him upright.If Crennell stays, Briggs would be a very very overpaid and underutilized LB in the type of system they run. Briggs is going to be overpaid regardless, so as a fan, I think Id want my team to stay away from him. Every team has money to spend this offseason. The average cap room for teams will be over $20mil. Having $33 mil doesnt guarantee the Browns anything.

I guess it's time to mail it in! Seriously though, since you think every idea here is doomed, what do you think the Browns should do?I don't think Romeo is going to get canned. The front office supports him fully, and we need continuity.I do think the Browns will have a shot at Thomas, although it's WAY to early to speculate exactly who will be there at #3. But I think there will be a VERY VERY good chance that Thomas will be there. Oakland already shot its load on Gallery at LT. Detroit will be looking for many other things than an LT. But who knows?Cinci won't let go of Chris Perry, which is fine as far as I'm concerned. RBs in the NFL are a dime a dozen; you can find great RBs late in the draft.Leonard Davis could easily play guard for the Browns, although I'd rather have Steinbach at guard (to those who want him at tackle - we need guards!). The Browns have money tied up in the line, but a lot of those jokers will restructure or be cut. Andruzzi and Coleman being at the top of the list, followed by Tucker/Bentley if they don't end up playing in 2007. In any case, we will have a LOT of money for the offseason, so who cares if we already have money tied up in the line? Keep putting money into it until it works.I agree with Samardzija- we don't need him and it's ludicrous to suggest that we should draft him.I agree with Briggs as well- he's not a good fit in this defense and will be overpaid. Adalius Thomas would be an absoutely phenomenal fit, but the Ravens would be complete idiots to let him go.I predict that while we'll make some great moves in free agency, their success will again depend on injuries. Our #1 free agents in the Savage/Crennel regime have sustained serious injuries (Bentley with a knee and Baxter with his pecs and BOTH knees). We need to pick up some impact players who will, you know, actually PLAY for us.