Browns weigh Johnny Manziel as starter after vs Steelers
Browns coach Mike Pettine praised Johnny Manziel for his progress in the 30 9 loss to the Steelers and said a starting decision will come after the bye week. Pettine will decide between Manziel and veteran Josh McCown, with Haslam’s input possible.
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Pettine praises Manziel while monitoring his job status
Browns coach Mike Pettine praised Johnny Manziel's better play yet said no job decision is made as Manziel remains under NFL investigation for a domestic incident. Veteran QB Josh McCown offers continued support while recovering from a rib injury and receiver Andrew Hawkins returns from concussion protocol after a hospital stay.
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Pettine: players mostly responsive amid tough Browns season
Browns coach Pettine says players have been professional and competitive despite underperforming anchors on offense and secondary. He notes not everyone is bought in but most are, as issues from 2014 No. 8 pick Justin Gilbert are not off-field causes for his healthy scratch.
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Texans Beat Bengals on Yates Comeback Monday Night
Texans quarterback T J Yates led Houston to a 10 6 win in Cincinnati after Brian Hoyer concussion sidelined him The Texans defense sacked Andy Dalton thrice and forced an interception sealing Cincinnati first loss this season A J Green fumbled late as time ran out
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Manning Sitout Week as Broncos Prepare Backup Plan
Coach Kubiak said Peyton Manning will not practice or play versus the Bears with Trevor Siemian as Osweiler’s backup. Manning aims to return later, while he spends time with trainer Steve Antonopulos as Denver focuses on preparing for the game.
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Browns face 2-8 reality and seek fixes in season
Browns players and coach Pettine confronted a 2-8 record, stressing self‑review, method changes, and focus on finishing games. Receiver Travis Benjamin defended staff and contract talks, while Joe Thomas and others pressed for better technique and lineup adjustments to salvage the final six games.
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