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Tuesday, December 22, 2009
NOOOOOOOOO!!!!!!!
Brady Quinn will again finish the season on the Injured Reserve after sustaining a foot injury while running for a first down in Sunday's win over Kansas City. This is sad, sad news for Cleveland.
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Thursday, December 10, 2009
Just Win, Mangini
Dear Mr. Mangini,
I know I've been tough on you since Week 3. When you switched from Brady Quinn to Derek Anderson, you lost my respect.
I tried to give you the benefit of the doubt since you were hired — and defended every seemingly illogical move you made. But, that one single bone-headed decision was the last straw.
Since the Bye Week, with Quinn back at QB, a lot of the negativity seems to have faded. Sure, the Browns still haven't won a game and some are still calling for you to be fired, but the team is starting to finally show signs of week-to-week improvement.
That's all I'd asked for coming into this season — consistent improvement. We didn't see that through the first half of the season, but we're seeing it now.
I realize many pieces of the puzzle are still missing (and, many of the pieces we already had are broken), but you're starting to make me a believer again. I'm not delusional, and by no means am I completely letting you off the hook for this disastrous season.
I'm asking you, though, as a die-hard Browns fan, to please just win tonight. I know it's not all up to you to win games, but as head coach it's your responsibility to put a product out on the field each week that is competitive. You haven't got a lot to work with, I know.
You've said you circled this game on the calendar as soon as the schedule was released. You've said you understand this rivalry. I hope you truly mean this. I hope you've got a game plan that will shock everyone and knock the Steelers out of the playoffs.
Many are saying that a win tonight by the Browns could save your job. I don't know if that's true — deep down, I doubt your job is in any real danger, win or lose. It's been reported that this team of players — many of whom we've never heard of before today — are more united than any Browns team in recent memory ... all because of you.
You've probably heard, "Just beat Pittsburgh" from many Browns fans. Short of a winning season, the only thing we really want is to beat the Steelers. You know this. Your quarterback — a lifelong Browns fan — knows this. So please, Mr. Mangini, deliver us a win tonight.
Forget about all the negativity surrounding this organization. Forget about the negativity heaped on you by the Cleveland media (how about a little faith, guys?). Don't pay any attention to the sickening sight of an over-abundance of Steeler fans in the stadium tonight. Don't get cute, just go out there and win.
Just win!
Sincerely,
A Die-Hard Browns Fan
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I know I've been tough on you since Week 3. When you switched from Brady Quinn to Derek Anderson, you lost my respect.
I tried to give you the benefit of the doubt since you were hired — and defended every seemingly illogical move you made. But, that one single bone-headed decision was the last straw.
Since the Bye Week, with Quinn back at QB, a lot of the negativity seems to have faded. Sure, the Browns still haven't won a game and some are still calling for you to be fired, but the team is starting to finally show signs of week-to-week improvement.
That's all I'd asked for coming into this season — consistent improvement. We didn't see that through the first half of the season, but we're seeing it now.
I realize many pieces of the puzzle are still missing (and, many of the pieces we already had are broken), but you're starting to make me a believer again. I'm not delusional, and by no means am I completely letting you off the hook for this disastrous season.
I'm asking you, though, as a die-hard Browns fan, to please just win tonight. I know it's not all up to you to win games, but as head coach it's your responsibility to put a product out on the field each week that is competitive. You haven't got a lot to work with, I know.
You've said you circled this game on the calendar as soon as the schedule was released. You've said you understand this rivalry. I hope you truly mean this. I hope you've got a game plan that will shock everyone and knock the Steelers out of the playoffs.
Many are saying that a win tonight by the Browns could save your job. I don't know if that's true — deep down, I doubt your job is in any real danger, win or lose. It's been reported that this team of players — many of whom we've never heard of before today — are more united than any Browns team in recent memory ... all because of you.
You've probably heard, "Just beat Pittsburgh" from many Browns fans. Short of a winning season, the only thing we really want is to beat the Steelers. You know this. Your quarterback — a lifelong Browns fan — knows this. So please, Mr. Mangini, deliver us a win tonight.
Forget about all the negativity surrounding this organization. Forget about the negativity heaped on you by the Cleveland media (how about a little faith, guys?). Don't pay any attention to the sickening sight of an over-abundance of Steeler fans in the stadium tonight. Don't get cute, just go out there and win.
Just win!
Sincerely,
A Die-Hard Browns Fan
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Monday, December 7, 2009
Bring on the Squealers
OK, I know the Browns are a dismal 1-11. They're riddled with injuries and loaded with sub-par talent on both sides of the ball. Regardless, yesterday's 30-23 loss to the Chargers has given me some hope for Thursday night's game against the Steelers.
Why, oh why have I suddenly returned to my preseason optimistic self? Well, there's many reasons why I think our Brownies have a good chance Thursday night.
This is a video of the Browns' first TD drive of that game — a pass from Sipe to Calvin Hill. I think Thursday night will be another classic battle between these two teams, reminiscent of the good ol' days when the rivalry was competitive.
Go Browns!
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Why, oh why have I suddenly returned to my preseason optimistic self? Well, there's many reasons why I think our Brownies have a good chance Thursday night.
- The Chargers are a tough, playoff caliber team — a much tougher team than the Steelers. And yet, the Browns played tough and gave themselves a chance to win.
- The Steelers have dropped four in a row — FOUR IN A ROW — losing to the Oakland Raiders yesterday. They're the defending Super Bowl champs, for crying out loud, and yet they're a dismal 6-6 after losing FOUR IN A ROW. This team is simply not used to being in that position.
- Despite a lack of high-caliber talent with which to work, Brady Quinn is finding a way to sustain drives and score touchdowns. If the defense can play better than they have lately, I truly believe Quinn will give the Browns a good chance to win Thursday night.
- I'm not gonna say I told you so, because I know it's only been a few games, but anyone who still thinks Quinn has questionable arm strength is (and always was) a moron. Also, in the past three games, Quinn is 61-of-112 with seven touchdowns and ZERO interceptions. Take that, DA fans.
- The Browns are due. Tim Couch was QB the last time the Browns beat the Steelers. It's been too long ... I truly think it's the Browns turn to win.
- This game is about pride. The Steelers can pretty much kiss their playoff hopes goodbye after yesterday's loss, so this game is no longer about their ability to keep the Browns from playing spoiler. It's simply a good old-fashioned rivalry game between two football teams from blue-collar towns — and it's going to be cold.
- This is Mangini's chance to prove himself. Say what you will about his coaching philosophy and be critical about every move he makes — hell, I soured on him in Week 3 — but if the Browns beat the Steelers this Thursday night, no one will be talking about firing Mangini. A 2-14 season with a win against the Steelers would be better than a 3-13 season without a win against the Steelers.
- I'm going to the game. The last time I went to a Prime Time game, it was the Monday Night Football game against the Giants last season and the Browns shocked everyone. I think they can pull off the same magical performance Thursday night, because I'll be there to witness it.
This is a video of the Browns' first TD drive of that game — a pass from Sipe to Calvin Hill. I think Thursday night will be another classic battle between these two teams, reminiscent of the good ol' days when the rivalry was competitive.
Go Browns!
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009
Hire This Man
After watching last night's game between my beloved Cleveland Browns and the Ravens, I've come to this brilliant conclusion: This is what I'd like to see on the sidelines next year (or sooner).
Go Browns!
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Monday, November 16, 2009
Another Monday Night Miracle?
Monday Night Football returns to Cleveland tonight!
Yeah, Baby! Prime Time!
The Browns are in turmoil, make no mistake about it. But ... I have a good feeling about tonight's game against the Ravens.
After all, remember what happened last year when it seemed all hope was lost for our beloved Browns heading into a Monday night showdown with the heavily favored Giants?
Go Browns!
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Yeah, Baby! Prime Time!
The Browns are in turmoil, make no mistake about it. But ... I have a good feeling about tonight's game against the Ravens.
After all, remember what happened last year when it seemed all hope was lost for our beloved Browns heading into a Monday night showdown with the heavily favored Giants?
Go Browns!
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Monday, October 19, 2009
Look at the Bright Side
The Browns lost ... again. To the Steelers ... again. Derek Anderson stunk ... again.
But, hey, let's look at the bright side.
I mean, we've got to find something positive on which to build, right? I know if we dig deep, we can find some good from yesterday's game.
Hmm ...
OK, I've got it. Fumbles are not included in the quarterback rating formula, therefore Derek Anderson's two fumbles do not factor in to his passer rating.
Therefore, Anderson finished with a still-miserable 51.0 rating (up considerably from last week's abysmal 15.1), but (and here's the positive) still high enough to raise his passer rating on the season to a whopping 41.7.
Way to go, DA! You're tearing it up now!
PS: The Steelers still cheat.
Go Browns!
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But, hey, let's look at the bright side.
I mean, we've got to find something positive on which to build, right? I know if we dig deep, we can find some good from yesterday's game.
Hmm ...
OK, I've got it. Fumbles are not included in the quarterback rating formula, therefore Derek Anderson's two fumbles do not factor in to his passer rating.
Therefore, Anderson finished with a still-miserable 51.0 rating (up considerably from last week's abysmal 15.1), but (and here's the positive) still high enough to raise his passer rating on the season to a whopping 41.7.
Way to go, DA! You're tearing it up now!
PS: The Steelers still cheat.
Go Browns!
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Monday, October 12, 2009
Priceless Win
The Browns won! OMG!!! I can hardly believe it! The Mangenius has finally delivered a win to us desperate Clevelanders! I can't believe I lost faith in his glorious decision-making!!! The Browns are, once again, winners!
Let's break down yesterday's win:
Let's break down yesterday's win:
Passing Yards: 22
Anderson's QB Rating: 15.1
Third Down Efficiency: 4-of-16
Punts: 9
Trips to the Red Zone: 2
Points off Red Zone Trips: 0
Touchdowns: 0
Field Goals: 2
Sucking Slightly Less than Your Opponent: Priceless
Anderson's QB Rating: 15.1
Third Down Efficiency: 4-of-16
Punts: 9
Trips to the Red Zone: 2
Points off Red Zone Trips: 0
Touchdowns: 0
Field Goals: 2
Sucking Slightly Less than Your Opponent: Priceless
Perhaps we could petition Roger Goodell to let us play the Bills every week. Go Browns!
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