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Brady Quinn Out for Last Two Games, Results in Derek Anderson Sighting

Steve DiMatteo — Thu, 24 Dec 2009 05:01:14 +0000

With a left foot injury suffered late in last Sunday’s win over the Kansas City Chiefs, quarterback Brady Quinn will miss the last two games of the season. That means we all get the luxury of watching Derek Anderson once again this season, this time running a no-huddle offense.

Obviously, time will tell whether or not this leads to any success for Anderson, but the bigger point remains: has Quinn done enough to win the quarterback job next season? If it was between him and Derek Anderson, the question should be a unanimous and resounding yes. But do the Browns consider drafting a quarterback in the draft or signing one in free agency?

With as many holes as this team has, I don’t think one of the better picks should be spent on a quarterback. Free agency is certainly an option, but adding a new quarterback to start would pretty much end the Brady Quinn era in Cleveland. I know many people wouldn’t exactly lose sleep over it, but we still have not seen a lot of Quinn, and a quarterback is only as good as the guys around him, making the case to let him play with some added talent next season, provided that actually happens.

The Injuries Mount, Making This an Even More Forgettable Season for Some

Steve DiMatteo — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 00:36:10 +0000

During the Browns’ 16-7 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday, both Shaun Rogers and Brodney Pool suffered some particularly devastating injuries. Rogers left the game with a lower left leg and ankle injury during the game and has now been placed on injured reserve, making him miss the rest of the season. He will be going into surgery to fix the damage and will be replaced by Ahtyba Rubin, the team’s sixth-round pick out of Iowa State in 2008. Defensive end Kenyon Coleman (knee) and linebacker Kamerion Wimbley (knee) were the other defensive starters injured on Sunday.

As for Brodney Pool, he has more to worry about than just the rest of his season. After suffering his fourth concussion in five seasons, Pool must consider if he wants to continue playing in the NFL. The Browns can take as many precautions as they want to keep Pool safe if he continues to play, but there is no way to ensure he won’t suffer another concussion.

It’s really unfortunate to have to see these players go down with serious injuries during such a meaningless season. Players like Pool and Rogers give it their all on the field, and the most they have to show for it is a 1-10 record and season (and potentially career) – ending injuries. Oh, and plenty of money. Still, it is unfortunate to see this happen to players during a season like this.

Joshua Cribbs Will Play in the 2009 Futility Bowl

Steve DiMatteo — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 17:05:37 +0000

If the Browns want to have any hope of winning today, they will need the services of Joshua Cribbs. In a game like this, a player like Cribbs can single-handedly win the game with his far-reaching influence on the field. Lucky for Cleveland, he is active and will play after suffering a neck injury last Monday night.

Remember wide receiver Brian Robiskie? Well, he has been deactivated, along with running back Jerome Harrison. I guess it doesn’t come as much of a surprise that Robiskie has been deactivated – his situation has been managed terribly since the start of the season. Harrison has been deactivated in favor of Chris Jennings, who will split time with Jamal Lewis.

I’ve always liked Harrison and find it terribly frustrating, as he does, that he has not been getting enough of a chance on this putrid “football team.” As for Robiskie, I wish I could just see him step on the field for once. Is that so much to ask?