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Was Bobby Mitchell The Best All-Purpose player

admin — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 00:00:00 +0000

Bobby Mitchell is one of the greatest all-purpose players in the history of the NFL. He could do everything the Browns asked him to do and more. When the team needed a big play, it was Mitchell’s number they called. He could take a handoff the entire distance of the field for a touchdown every time he touched the ball. Browns fans are familiar with Joshua Cribbs, but Bobby Mitchell was a better version of Cribbs. He could return kicks for touchdowns as well, and he was good at catching passes. Mitchell was the kind of player that could win a game by himself if he was feeling good enough that day.I was looking for more information and found it here.

Opposing coaches had nightmares trying to figure out how to stop Bobby Mitchell. The reality was that Mitchell was usually impossible to stop. All he needed was one good block to turn a screen pass into a 40 yard touchdown in the blink of an eye. His speed was real and it was scary. Defensive players tried everything they could to contain him, but he was simply too elusive. He has great vision to find a block down the field and take advantage of it. There aren’t many players quite like Bobby Mitchell.

How Good Was Otto Graham In His Day

admin — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 00:00:00 +0000

Otto Graham was the starting quarterback for the Cleveland Browns from 1946-1955. He led them to 10 straight division or league championships under the AAFC and then under the NFL when the Browns joined that league in 1950. Graham led his team to four AAFC and three NFL championships.

Graham was originally drafted in 1944 by the Detroit Lions of the National Football League, but the 2nd World War intervened. Upon his return, he was signed by the Cleveland Browns of the AAFC. Graham would go on to be awarded with the AAFCâ€™s Most Valuable Player award two times, in 1947 and 1948.

The Cleveland Browns when in the AAFC were the most dominant team in that league. This went so far that the AAFC reassigned players to other teams in hopes of making the league more competitive. However, the AAFC only lasted for four years.

When the Browns joined the NFL, critics believed that they would face a much harder time with their opponentâ€™s than they had seen in the AAFC. However, Graham led his team to 3 championships and was selected 5 consecutive times for the Pro Bowl.

The Cleveland Browns under Otto Graham record was outstanding at 105 wins, 17 losses and 4 ties. He was inducted into the Pro Football Hall of Fame in 1965 along with 6 other players. His career spanned 10 seasons and 126 games.

You thought this was good? Brace yourself: Judge: Otto Graham the No. 2 QB of All Time

Can Anyone Stop Peyton Hillis This Season

admin — Sun, 20 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The question of whether anyone can stop Peyton Hillis this season rests solely on a single aspect of football – can he continue to remain healthy for the entire season? So far in 2011 Hillis has had some minor health issues (strep throat) unrelated to play on the field that have caused him to miss a game, but other than that Hillis continues to perform as usual albeit in a weakened condition. As Hillis regains his strength he should be able to mimic or better his performance of 2010. Thus far this season Hillis is at about the same per game averages as last season, and since his contract is currently being negotiated Hillis certainly has the motivation necessary for a banner season.

In the off-season the Browns didn’t do a whole lot to upgrade their offense, so in essence that means that Peyton Hillis and Benjamin Watson will again be the only two viable options for a struggling offense. In truth not much has changed for Hillis or the Browns from last year. Opponents could not stop Peyton Hillis last year and it should be much the same this season – that is unless some unknown entity on the Browns bench can step forward to take touches away from Hillis.

Rating The Brown Best Tight Ends

admin — Fri, 18 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Whenever the thought of rating the Browns best tight ends comes to mind, one name comes to the forefront rather quickly – Ozzie Newsome, and for good reason. In a Hall of Fame career that spanned from 1978 to 1990 Newsome was a three-time Pro Bowler and the centerpiece of the Browns offense. In the history of the Cleveland Browns franchise there is no other tight end that comes close to Newsome’s career numbers of 662 receptions, 7,980 yards or 47 touchdown receptions.

Another player that deserves mention in rating the Browns best tight ends is Milt Morin who played for Cleveland from 1966 to 1975. A two-time Pro Bowler, Morin racked up 271 receptions good for 4,208 yards and 16 touchdowns in a solid professional career.

The 2011 version of the Cleveland Browns also have a candidate for this list in Benjamin Watson. While at age 30 it is doubtful he will surpass the career numbers of Ozzie Newsome, he may come close if he can continue to produce at the same rate as he did in 2010. Although the first 6 years of his career spent in New England didn’t quite work out, in his first season as a Brown Watson made an impact with 68 catches good for 763 yards and 3 touchdowns.

Tailgating A Family Tradition With The Browns

admin — Thu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 +0000

For fans of the Clevland Browns, and for all NFL fans for that matter, tailgating has been something which has been done by the ultimate fans, nearly since the NFL began, almost 50 years ago. So, whether you have been tailgating as far back as you can remember, or whether you and the family and friends have just recently begun tailgating, it is definately a part of the sport, a part of the game, and something that all Browns fans should experience. Not only will you get to sit out with friends and family prior to, and in many cases after the game, but you will also meet other die hard Browns fans when outside of the stadium.

It is an extremely fun part of football, and can make the gameday experience a much better experience. From the thrill of getting up early, preparing the foods to take out, drinks, and getting all your family and friends ready to head out to the stadium a few hours before gametime, is definately a thrill all fans want to experience. So, join in the fun, and head out to the stadium a couple hours early next Sunday, for some tailgating action you’ll love.

A Weekend in Cleveland

www.clevelandfootballtalk.com — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 00:00:00 +0000

If you’re sick of watching all the Browns games on direct you’ve got to make the trip – Cleveland is a great town with a lot to do outside of football. Here are our suggestions for the best things to do over a weekend in town:
Cleveland Museum of Art: You may not know this but Cleveland has one of the most renowned art scenes in the entire country and their Museum of Art is the flagship. Football and fine art don’t necessarily go hand in hand but hey, expand your horizons!
West Side Market: If you love farm food and great cuisine you’ll love the West Side Market. It’s one of the few great indoor markets left in the US and you can make an afternoon out of strolling its halls.
Progressive Field: If you really want to do something sporty, take in an Indians game at Progressive Field. It’s a state of the art stadium and tickets aren’t hard to come by – get in there and do something outside your “Browns comfort zone!”

Remembering Cleveland Stadium The Browns Old Home

admin — Tue, 19 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Cleveland Stadium was home to the Browns from 1946 to 1995. Built by Lake Erie It was called “The mistake by the lake.” But Cleveland Stadium had a charm to it that today’s parks don’t match.
It was not the greatest venue for a sporting event, but perfect for football. The field was grass and dirt. The games were played outdoors in the rain and snow. It was famous for the wind that affected the outcome of many games.
Who can forget the ‘Dawg Pound’ of rowdy fans behind the east end zone? Baseball great Henry Aaron used to watch games from there undercover. Players were subject to getting hit by dog biscuits from the pound.
There was a hill which led up to the Dawg Pound. Many players ran up that hill after they scored.
And there was Abraham Abraham. Who? He was the old man in the brown suit who used to catch the football on field goal attempts in the west end zone.
One thing that I remember about Cleveland Stadium was seeing blacks and whites sitting in the stands together long before integration. They put their differences aside for the Browns.
That alone makes it special.Can’t get enough? There’s more: Cleveland Calamity: 13 Worst Moments in an Era of Sports Heartache

Five Reasons Browns Fans Hate The Steelers

admin — Sat, 16 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The Cleveland Browns and The Pittsburgh Steelers have a long and storied rivalry. It is one of the longest and fiercest rivalries in the NFL and it still continues to this day. The Fans of the Cleveland Browns hate the Steelers for many reason and here are five of the most important reason why they hate them.

1. Proximity – Most rivalries are born out of close location. Before travel became easier teams that were closer to each other played each other more often.Didn’t catch that? This explains it. Pittsburgh is just a short two hour drive from Cleveland so these teams played all the time which helped build the rivalry.

2. Because they 1970′s Steelers teams cheated – Every team used steroids in the 1970′s. The Steelers were just better at it than everyone else.

3. They overlook the Browns history – The Steelers have 6 Super Bowls and their record is definitely nothing to look down at. But, they consistently talk about how the Browns never win anything even though they have won 8 league titles and are one of the only teams to ever go undefeated.

4. They are division rivals – The Browns and the Steelers are in the same division. This means that they play twice a year, every year. Nothing makes you hate a team more than seeing them all the time. They are even years where they both make the playoffs where the two teams have played three times in the same year.

5. Jealous – Let’s be honest, Pittsburgh has 6 Super Bowl titles which is more than any other team in the league. The Browns don’t have any. This definitely contributes to the Browns fans hatred for the Steelers.

Can Colt McCoy Lead The Browns To Glory Again

admin — Mon, 11 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

The glory days of the Cleveland Browns are a distant memory now. With the season just a few short weeks away (hopefully) the question on Browns fans is can Colt McCoy lead the team back to glory again?

Long gone are the days when Paul Brown was the coach and Otto Graham lead the Browns to 10 straight championships. Images of Jim Brown breaking tackles and scoring touchdowns are a thing of the past.

Colt McCoy has proven himself a winner. Winning in High School at a school with 330 total students may not be impressive but going from that to Division 1 University of Texas and taking the Longhorns to the National Championship game is very impressive.

Colt started 4 years for the Longhorns and all he did was win. He is the only QB in NCAA history to win 10 games in 4 season and the most wins by a QB at 45 speak for themselves. Colt is smart, makes very few mistakes and has an extremely accurate throwing arm. His work ethic is impeccable and his will to win reminds some of a guy named Staubach. Put some quality players around him and bring on the glory.Want to know more? Go ahead: Colt McCoy Wedding: QB Can’t Even Avoid Tim Tebow Talk at His Nuptuals

Was Jim Brown The Greatest Browns Player

admin — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 00:00:00 +0000

Was Jim Brown the greatest Cleveland Browns player of all time? The short answer is yes. As a lifelong Browns fan I haven’t often been told by fellow fans that he is the best running back of all time. His combination of size, speed and agility is something that is almost never seen. Even with today’s advanced athletes with their scientific training and improved diets.

Jim Brown had a short but extremely successful NFL career. He played nine season from 1957 -1965 all with the Cleveland Browns. In that time he set franchise records for rushing yards in a season. That franchise record still stands today and is the oldest franchise record in the league for rushing yards in season. He also averaged a staggering 5.2 yards per carry for entire career which is one of the best marks of all time.

His staggering statistics before he retired early to pursue an acting career are one reason that he is the best Browns player of all time. The other reason he is the best Browns player of all time is he is that last player on the Browns to lead the team while they won a championship. The Cleveland Browns were maybe the most successful team in the league during the course of the time he was on the team and they haven’t won an NFL championship since.