Bitonio Returns for Browns 2025 Season After Deliberation
Joel Bitonio announced his return for a 12th Browns season after a month or two of consideration and talks with coach Kevin Stefanski and OL coach Mike Bloomgren. He emphasized not retiring and focusing on a run-first, Stefanski-led offense. Stefanski welcomed the decision, noting Bitonio’s value and potential Hall of Fame trajectory.
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Browns notes Bitonio backs best QB in four-man derby
Browns left guard Joel Bitonio wants the best quarterback to play this season as OTA practices begin. The four-man derby includes 40 year old Joe Flacco, 27 year old Kenny Pickett, and rookies Dillon Gabriel and Shedeur Sanders as Kevin Stefanski oversees an ongoing, evolving rotation through drills and seven on seven work.
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Bitonio lauds Jones as starting left tackle at Browns
Browns guard Joel Bitonio praised sidelined tackle Jones for a focused offseason and readiness to win the left tackle job. Jones, 6-foot-8 and 374 pounds, started three games at left tackle last season after injuries to Jedrick Wills Jr. Wills plans to sit out 2025 to recover fully, according to Jordan Schultz.
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Stefanski urges division focus as path to Browns playoff return
Stefanski prioritized winning the AFC North over rewards like seeding. He notes Cleveland has never won the division since 2002 and argues division success should yield a home playoff game. He links team discipline to practice tools tracking kick height to pressure kickers.
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Tifft Eyes New Racing Experience At Mansfield Track
Tifft plans crowd interaction driven events and jumbotrons to market individual cars and drivers at the Mansfield Motor Speedway revival. The project aims to attract non fans with live experiences, digital engagement, and family friendly shows while rebuilding a dirt track once paved and later demolished.
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