Clowney's Draft Hype Mixes Talent with Work Ethic Doubts
Jadeveon Clowney, touted as the top NFL Draft talent, faces questions over his junior season production and effort. Trusted NFL observers defend his drive, noting improvements and coachability as teams weigh a possible No. 1 pick.
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Browns face deadline on Phil Taylor fifth-year option
The Browns must decide by Saturday whether to exercise the 5.5 million fifth-year option for nose tackle Phil Taylor for the 2015 season. Taylor and his agent await word while coach Mike Pettine and GM Ray Farmer weigh factors including free agency risk and team fits. Haden Cameron and Sheard also approach potential spring reunions as negotiations continue.
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Shanahan backs Manziel Watkins as Browns eye No. 4 pick
Browns coach Kyle Shanahan touts Johnny Manziel and Sammy Watkins as top prospects for the No. 4 overall spot in the NFL Draft. He notes Manziel's college plays translate to the pros and envisions Watkins thriving with Josh Gordon. The piece also covers minicamp signings, veteran signings, and changes at FirstEnergy Stadium concessions.
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Browns Bring Vince Young Into Minicamp Contingent
Browns roster adds Vince Young along with returning starter Brian Hoyer and Alex Tanney as NFL Draft looms with first round picks at No. 4 and No. 26. Young, 31, veteran of Tennessee and Philadelphia, hopes to prove himself despite past off field issues. He stressed family support and faith as motivators while staying in Cleveland through minicamp.
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Derby scratch trims Baffert Derby field to one Hoppertunity offset
Bob Baffert loses Hoppertunity to a sore left front foot just days before the Kentucky Derby at Churchill Downs. The colt was to be ridden by Mike Smith but has a full foot scan planned while Dance With Fate and Chitu move up in the pecking order. Bubble odds adjusted with California Chrome still favored at 5-2 as Wicked Strong rises to 6-1.
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