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gov135 · 08-20-2003, 07:14 PM

Team: Cleveland Browns
Prediction: 7-9

The Browns made the choice that didn't matter: Holcomb over Couch. It doesn't matter because either guy could start for alot of NFL teams. Unfortunately, Tim Couch can't play defense.

Strengths: Receiving core may be the best in the league. Running back position is set with William Green. Overall, the skill players are the strength of the team.

Weaknesses: The Browns are currently starting eleven men on defense that wouldn't make the Raven's NFL Europe affiliate. This includes three linebackers that haven't started a single NFL game. Dave Campo has installed a cover 2 defense, but the scheme relys on getting pressure up front. Gerard Warren may be a bust, Courtney Brown is a bust, and the only thing the D line will harass is seat cushions.
The offensive line has shown signs of cohesion, then faltered. Neither guard position is set in stone.

First round pick Jeff Faine brings alot of intensity. He also faces a steep learning curve. He'll get beat a few times a game this season, but he seems to be working out well.
Second round pick Chaun Thompson is looking more lke a reach every day. After holding out, today he was quoted as being surprised at the learning curve between West Texas A&M and the NFL. We'll see.
The third a fifth round picks, Chris Crocker and Michael Lehan (both corners) have been nagged by injuries. They won't be in the mix this year, save special teams, where Lehan has stood out.
Fourth round pick Lee Suggs is the cheap mans Willis McGahee, in that noone knows when they'll play and how they'll play when they do.
Biggest contributer besides Faine: Ryan Pontbriand, long snapper.

Wrap-up: Look for alot of shootouts this year as the Browns skill players shine. Unfortunately, so will the skill players of the opponents. I generally choose to be optimistic, and I dearly love the Browns, but the defense is not ready.

08-20-2003, 07:14 PM	#3 (permalink)
gov135 Junkie Location: Midwest	Team: Cleveland Browns Prediction: 7-9 The Browns made the choice that didn't matter: Holcomb over Couch. It doesn't matter because either guy could start for alot of NFL teams. Unfortunately, Tim Couch can't play defense. Strengths: Receiving core may be the best in the league. Running back position is set with William Green. Overall, the skill players are the strength of the team. Weaknesses: The Browns are currently starting eleven men on defense that wouldn't make the Raven's NFL Europe affiliate. This includes three linebackers that haven't started a single NFL game. Dave Campo has installed a cover 2 defense, but the scheme relys on getting pressure up front. Gerard Warren may be a bust, Courtney Brown is a bust, and the only thing the D line will harass is seat cushions. The offensive line has shown signs of cohesion, then faltered. Neither guard position is set in stone. First round pick Jeff Faine brings alot of intensity. He also faces a steep learning curve. He'll get beat a few times a game this season, but he seems to be working out well. Second round pick Chaun Thompson is looking more lke a reach every day. After holding out, today he was quoted as being surprised at the learning curve between West Texas A&M and the NFL. We'll see. The third a fifth round picks, Chris Crocker and Michael Lehan (both corners) have been nagged by injuries. They won't be in the mix this year, save special teams, where Lehan has stood out. Fourth round pick Lee Suggs is the cheap mans Willis McGahee, in that noone knows when they'll play and how they'll play when they do. Biggest contributer besides Faine: Ryan Pontbriand, long snapper. Wrap-up: Look for alot of shootouts this year as the Browns skill players shine. Unfortunately, so will the skill players of the opponents. I generally choose to be optimistic, and I dearly love the Browns, but the defense is not ready.