Browns aim to rebound with tougher camp and QB competition
Browns players express optimism after a 3-14 season. Garrett and Ward push a relentless standard while coach Stefanski plans tougher camp. Four quarterbacks compete for starter as team targets a swift, high-intensity preseason with no ramp up. Bitonio emphasizes staying optimistic and ready, noting past success and no guarantees in 2024. The squad will practice against Panthers and Eagles before the Aug. 8 opener in Charlotte.
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Bitonio worries about fallout from NFLPA scandal
NFLPA rep Joel Bitonio in his 12th season voices concern over the fallout from the NFL Players Association scandal. Executives including Lloyd Howell Jr. and JC Trotter resigned amid investigations and internal rifts. Bitonio says players seek stability and a suitable interim leader while addressing reputational damage. Browns unveil all brown Alpha Dawg helmet to debut Sept 21 at home and reflect ongoing team branding strategy. Bitonio hints at possible retirement reevaluation after this season. not ready to decide now.
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Browns training camp day one notes four QB contenders rotate
Coach Kevin Stefanski cautions against reading into early drill order as four quarterbacks rotate through drills. Joe Flacco started with the first offense, Kenny Pickett led the first team in 11 on 11, with rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders following. Sanders connected on a 7 on 7 throw to Gage Larvadain. Njoku and Hicks excused for personal reasons. Ford sidelined by minor injury. Gabriel found Larvadain on a deep corner for a TD during 11 on 11. Flacco went 5 for 5 in seven on seven. Ward offers a bold self assessment. Browns practice scheduled for 4:25 p.m. with Berry speaking beforehand.
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Browns start camp with Bell on active non football list
Coach Kevin Stefanski provides updates on receiver David Bell and defensive tackle Mike Hall Jr on the non football injury and physically unable to perform lists. Bell dislocated a hip last season, with no timeline given for his return, while Hall focuses on health. Rookie Mason Graham and Malick Collins lead the DT depth, Isaiah McGuire lines at end opposite Myles Garrett, K J Henry joins from Philadelphia with 14 games, 3 starts, 2.5 sacks before.
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Browns suspend Judkins amid domestic violence arrest amid training camp concerns
Browns running back Judkins, 21, faces a misdemeanor domestic violence charge after a July 12 arrest in Fort Lauderdale following a July 7 incident with his girlfriend. The team suspended him for the first five games last season and eye potential league discipline while drafting replacement depth behind Jerome Ford.
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Burrow Optimistic On Bengals Offense After Rough Camp Day
Cincinnati quarterback Joe Burrow acknowledged the first day of camp was rough but expressed optimism with a healthy offense and top players returning. He noted focus on improving completion rate after posting 70.6 percent in 2024 while coach Zac Taylor discusses balancing core strengths with new elements as they prepare for a busy preseason.
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