O'Connell Named Browns Quarterbacks Coach
Kevin O'Connell, 29, hired by the Browns as quarterbacks coach after working with Marcus Mariota and guiding prospects for the scouting combine. The move fills the staff with Kurt Roper, Frank Edgerly, and Michael McCarthy joining coach Mike Pettine’s offensive group. Dawell Loggains departs after one year.
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Browns Grievance Challenges Gordon Suspension Details
The union argues Gordon was not properly notified before a lengthy substance abuse suspension and that 2014 should count toward free agency. If he wins, Gordon would gain $48,564 and unrestricted status after 2016. if the Browns prevail, 2014 would not accrue, leaving Gordon as a restricted free agent in 2016. The grievance awaits an independent arbitrator in the offseason with no date set.
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Browns face big decision on quarterback with top draft picks
Browns owner Haslam and GM Farmer weigh all options as Mike Pettine addresses the media. Re signing free agent Brian Hoyer, Johnny Manziel's rehab, or trading into the top five for Marcus Mariota or Jameis Winston are on the table. Analysts question moving up with picks 12 and 19 to secure a quarterback.
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Browns eye free agency as combine kicks off plans
The Browns plan to push for bargains with top free agents to be Hoyer Skrine Cameron Gipson and more. They will assess need at tight end defensive line and running back while eyeing quarterback options should negotiations stall. Local OSU prospects Devin Smith and Michael Bennett join the combine, alongside Michigan's Jake Ryan, as analysts project roles and draft slots.
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Spring training opens with star rotations and big comebacks
Spring training begins across Florida and Arizona as pitchers and catchers report. The Nationals add Max Scherzer on a 210 million seven year deal while Tanner Roark shifts to bullpen depth. Matt Harvey returns with the Mets, Joe Maddon leads the Cubs in Arizona, and Russell Martin signs with Toronto. Alex Rodriguez makes a high profile Yankees return amid drug suspension fallout. Other notable returns include Prince Fielder Manny Machado Troy Tulowitzki and Joey Votto as teams assess rotation depth and health.
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IndyCar plots bigger schedule to dodge football season
IndyCar chief Mark Miles outlined a plan for a 20 race season starting after the Super Bowl and ending before Labor Day to avoid NFL and college games. The move aims to lift ratings, increase races, and improve TV coverage with ABC and NBC potentially expanding Ros.
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