Browns First Quarter Pace Shows Steady Offense and Key Extensions
The Browns posted 320.0 yards per game and 172 rushing yards per game through four games. Joe Thomas and Chris Gocong signed seven and three year extensions respectively while Peyton Hillis earned the league minimum for a fourth year. Colt McCoy’s passer rating sits around 24th in the NFL with 101 attempts and a 54 percent completion rate. Evan Moore caught two touchdowns, Buster Skrine led with special teams tackles, and Phil Dawson missed six field goals and eight extra points. Scott Petrak reports.
Browns steady progress with McCoy late rally and Cribbs returns
With a new coach the Browns posted two wins in four games and kept pace at .500. Colt McCoy struggled early then led a decisive finishing drive against the Dolphins, Mohamed Massaquoi made the game winning catch, and Joshua Cribbs reemerged as a dual threat as a returner and receiver.
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Browns struggle deepen as bye week questions surround Hillis
The Browns clash with bad timing as a quick snap and stalled defense spark criticism of Pat Shurmur. Peyton Hillis misses Dolphins game with strep throat and fever, sat out Sunday at stadium. Montario Hardesty shines, but Hillis contract and toughness rumors linger post loss.
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Browns suffer misstart as plane stuck in mud en route to Indy
The Browns were delayed about 30 hours reaching Indianapolis after their team plane got stuck in wet ground during taxiing. Key players faced injuries early, including Steinbach back surgery and Jackson punt return, while Joe Thomas delivered a standout Week 2 performance against Dwight Freeney. Kicker Phil Dawson stayed reliable with six field goals and eight extra points.
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Forgotten man Robiskie stalls in Mangini era
Brian Robiskie, drafted by Eric Mangini in 2009, fails to secure a role four games into his third season. He has zero catches in the first three games and 25 yards on three receptions in a loss to Tennessee, fueling criticism of the Browns for trading up and bypassing Julio Jones. Jones of Atlanta had 24 receptions and 342 yards entering Sunday.
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Browns reshuffle offense as bye week refines roles
Browns coach Pat Shurmur uses the bye to streamline personnel and packages with Massaquoi Cribbs and Little leading receiver reps. Colt McCoy's uneven start and Hillis Hardesty drama shape the offense while Taylor and Sheard anchor a developing 4 3 defense and rookie line depth faces health notes.
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