Glad to see Harrison move up the depth chart and hope he gets 10-12 carries in a game. I like Wright, also, just think Harrison has more game breaking ability. On Quinn vs DA, Quinn looked this preseason exactly like what he is, a rookie getting his first start with the ones. Overall, he did fine. My concern with DA is that he is consistently inconsistent along with having no "touch" what so ever on his short/intermediate passes.
'Throughout training camp, DA demonstrated dramatic improvement in these areas. The one-handed TD catch by Edwards was only possible because it was a prefectly-thrown marshmellow. You have heard a bunch of MM's mindlessly repeating that mantra, and are a sheep.
Maybe he will greatly improve this season and surprise me. My instinct tells me he's probably at the top of his game now, unforunately.
The Browns will go about 8-8 this season, Quinn will be traded (at his request) for a 2 or 3 and will be successfully leading another team in 2-3 years to the playoffs.
His name is Phil. Anderson will be better--not worse, as any second-year starter should be...DUH. There's a whole new defensive line, Harrison is promoted, Cribbs will contribute on offense, if not Peek, then Hall, the safety tandem together for only it's second season, improving youth out the yinyang, simplified defensive scheme, second year in the Chud offense, o-line together for the second year, and you see 8-8.
Phil will trade Quinn for a 2 or 3 so he can watch him kick butt elsewhere. Rather then trade Anderson for a 1, 2, and then some, he will keep him and get chump-change for a well-prepared young first round pick.
Stick a fork in yourself. You're done.
And I know that there is little hard evidence to believe that. But when you look back at most of the very successful OB's in the NFL (Montana, Young, etc) it was not their overwhelming skill that made the difference. It was their mental ability for the game, work ethic and desire that made the difference. Quinn has those traits. Go ahead and throw the rocks now.
Actually it's good to hear that you have at least a couple brain cells to rub together.
hey BrowndawgBob, Can you tell me again why Quinn should be the starter? I never seen the word "quinn" used so many times in one post.
***I do agree, he looks super cool in that subway commercial. You got me there.
Lower90, I mostly agree with you actually, however how can DA possibly be at the "top" of his game as a 2nd year starter? It usually takes at least 3 seasons for QB's to hit their stride.
This is refreshing so far.
for one thing, not to look ahead or anything, but I am concerned about losing Quinn at the end of the season...
Dude, this is not Marty, or Butch. Phil runs this show, and He'll make the deal that will crystallize the core of this team for years to come. One trade, ala Drew Bledsoe. Do you think he'd trade Tom Brady instead?
good post
DA was in the pro bowl as a replacement.
Oooh! What an indictment! Most first-time starters get ALL the votes!
And he embarrassed Cleveland in that game.
And nothing else matters.
Last Thursday - 2 sets of downs - 2 marches - 2 scores - Quinn to win!
Pass to Winslow.
DA has not touch, as the guy above said, and everyone should know it.
Watch current games. This is 2008. And accept what you see.
As to the wind in the Cinci game, if you can't THROW it, then DON'T throw it! The QB has to take a stand - he's the leader - that's part of the problem!
Like Tom Brady as a rookie, and Peyton Manning, and Eli. THEY sure gave the Coaches an earful!
DA is good? Maybe.
GREAT? No way.
You can tell by how terrible was in his first year as a starter. And the records he set. Clearly, there can be no improvement. Quinn is much better-looking, therefore...
Quinn might be, but we'll never know until we play him. We'll also forfeit a chance to win as we keep him on the sidelines.
Stop pretending to be objective.
Browns' strength: 1. Offensive line & Power running game; 2. Tight ends & Playmakers; 3. special teams & kicking game; 4. Defensive line, linebackers? 5. safties.... 6. cornerbacks????
One question mark will do, thank you. What's the question mark by linebackers? Is that because...umm...is it the passrusher opposite Wimbley thing? Wow you must hate guns. And love hand grenades.
Leadership has to come from the guys up front on both sides of the ball, but esp. from O'line vets, stud L.T., Tight Ends, & Blocking personnel.
It's up to Derek to conduct this orchestra (Chuds Offense)into an efficient running Team with the Big (as in Braylon) strike ability. The tight ends being a tremendous complement to the Ball control potential of this TEAM. Show us you get it Derek!
Bottom line, Team has to establish its own identity, not what we necessarily see from the Head coach. Don't disappoint us.
OK you're released on your own recognizance.
GO BROWN, ORANGE, & WHITE !
someone posted that DA struggled against an EASY schedule...but Big Ben had virtually the same schedule and went 10 - 6 on a team with a much much better schedule.
Most steeler fans really love this guy, and that is why he received a HUGE contract. They beat us twice, and so didn't fare as well against that easier schedule as we did.
This guy is young, WE DON'T KNOW HIS FULL POTENTIAL YET!
We are sitting well at QB right now and I am very happy with both of them. This thing will work itself out on its own.
THERE IS INTELLIGENT LIFE IN CLEVELAND (since I left)!
dawgbob-you must've not watched the game Thursday. Yes they scored twice, yes, one on a running TD that was a result of an 8 ypc average with the RB's. The FG was a result of a very poorly thrown quinn pass that was at least 2 yards behind k2. Had DA thrown a ball that badly he's be crucified on these blogs...
That's correct. All the good passes before and since would cease to exist. "Constantly", and "all the time" would be attached to the play. Before you know it, it would symbolize his whole game.
I like quinn if DA doesn't perform, but not until then. DA has earned it by winning 10 games in 07. He EARNED it. THAT's a FACT.
You know it and I know it. But for many people, facts are what you want to believe.
GOOD FOR YOU, PHIL AND CHUD! You forced Romeo blockhead to give Harrison a chance. Did you threaten to fire him, or what? Was there a lot of yelling and screaming?
Ok, I might be assuming too much, but I do know that RAC said that Harrison would have to "do it on specials", implying that he could be released if he doesn't contribute there. This implied that he saw no other value in this player.
He was allowed five carries vs. Detroit, while Wright was used extensively. Which of the two needed the most reps?
My first reaction to the third down comment was negative, but then I analyzed a little more: In this offense, there's often a TE in motion and/or a fullback--at other times it's a spread offense (with the two TE's). Harrison's blocking isn't such a big deal here, and he can catch passes too.
On third downs, Wright can be part of a max-protect package, as well as do the other stuff.Wright reminds me a lot of Earnest Byner. It's just that Harrison reminds me of Gregg Pruitt...if Pruitt had been about 20 lbs. heavier and didn't NEED a tearaway jersey.
Yeah--thass cool. Big change-of-pace from Jamal. Ought to really screw them up. Get the ball to Harrison ten times, and you probably have seven to twenty one points.
Anyhow, I'm glad people are more rational about Harrison than about cornerbacks and quarterbacks.
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