Archive for May, 2011

Despite the solid numbers that running back Peyton Hillis posted over the course of the entire 2010 season, there is no doubt that he was worn out down the stretch. With no viable backup in the Browns’ backfield, Hillis shouldered an immense workload and it showed in his numbers. After scoring three touchdowns against the Carolina Panthers in Week 12, Hillis would not score another touchdown – rushing or receiving – for the rest of the season. This is precisely why the Browns are considering a reduced role for Hillis in 2011. It would be smart for the Browns to [...]

At first glance, the Cleveland Browns had a solid 2011 draft. The team made an epic first round trade, securing two first round picks in 2012, and managed to draft players who can make an impact early. But even teams on a roll can  make mistakes. When the Browns drafted USC tight end Jordan Cameron in the fourth round, the team accidentally called Cameron Jordan, who had been drafted in the first round by the New Orleans Saints. Naturally, Jordan corrected them and the Browns then called Cameron to welcome him to the team. Here are some other links for [...]

If you’re struggling with the notion that the Browns first round trade with the Atlanta Falcons was misguided, perhaps president Mike Holmgren’s endorsement will change your mind.

New Browns tight end Jordan Cameron may not have had a ton of experience playing tight end at the University of Southern California, but that didn’t stop Los Angeles Clippers forward Blake Griffin from hyping him up. And according to Griffin, Cameron should have been the #1 overall pick in the draft, which means the Browns got a major steal, right? Check out the video below:

The Cleveland Browns ended the 2011 NFL Draft with eight picks, addressing needs early and taking chances on players in the later rounds. Players like Phil Taylor, Jabaal Sheard, and Greg Little will have the opportunity to make an impact early while draft picks such as Jordan Cameron (catching 16 total passes in his career) and Buster Skrine (running 4.29 and 4.36 seconds in two 40-yard dash attempts) will be projects. Here is the full 2011 NFL Draft class for the Cleveland Browns: Round 1: Phil Taylor, DT, Baylor Round 2: Jabaal Sheard, DE, Pittsburgh Round 2: Greg Little, WR, [...]