Browns must pick right offensive coordinator after 2006
Browns face a critical offseason as coach Romeo Crennel and GM Phil Savage search for an NFL level coordinator to fix a faltering offense. They need linemen and a veteran QB, plus cornerback and safety depth, with Braylon Edwards a central figure. Draft strategy should favor best long term gain over immediate holes.
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Brian Russell
Browns 2006 season recap underscores brutal injuries and underperforming signings
The Browns suffered a ruinous 2006 season with top free agent signings Bentley and Baxter tearing patellar tendons on opening play and facing long returns or retirement. Cornerbacks illness and surgeries crippled the secondary while Droughns declined after a strong 2005 season. Offense faltered as the line, after hoped improvements, failed to protect quarterbacks and kept the running game muted. Brayton Edwards frustrated fans with drops and distractions as other players, including Dawson Northcutt, drew limited praise amid an 0-6 AFC North start.
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Browns eye Fraley as stabilizing signing amid Bentley doubt
In a rough talent forecast, Hank Fraley is pitched as a stabilizing center option for the Browns with LeCharles Bentley uncertain for 2007. Brian Flimvett is praised as the defense’s smartest player, while Denis Northcutt faces a looming exit after costly drops and contract concerns.
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Browns quarterback quandary ponders Frye future
The 2006 Browns focused on Charlie Frye development. He struggled and was hurt leaving questions about the quarterback of the future. Cleveland may pursue a veteran, draft Brady Quinn or JaMarcus Russell, or let Frye and Derek Anderson compete in camp.
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Browns face line instability with Bentley and Tucker doubts
General manager Phil Savage declines to update on center LeCharles Bentley until next month. Right tackle Ryan Tucker left the team twice this season to manage a mental disorder. The Browns must add depth to withstand potential losses while Bentley and Tucker are unavailable.
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Browns count on bounce back from aging trio in 2007
Ted Washington 38, Willie McGinest 35, and Reuben Droughns 28 underperformed in 2006. Washington made little impact on run defense, McGinest totaled four sacks, and Droughns was slower and less productive. With other needs present, Cleveland hopes each can rebound in 2007.
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Browns rookies and veterans shine in 2007 season notes
Sean Jones stands out as a top safety with five interceptions 107.5 tackles and eight pass breakups. Jamir Miller era pro Bowler potential exists if his knee improves. Kamerion Wimbley led with 11 sacks and 17 pressures despite injuries. Bodden emerged as top corner back with two interceptions 11 pass breakups and 35 tackles. Braylon Edwards posted 61 receptions 844 yards and six touchdowns. Honorable mentions Dave Zastudil and Joshua Cribbs.
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