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Browns Team Report (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 16 May 2008 00:47:48 PDT

Undrafted cornerback Darnell Terrell held his own during the rookie minicamp the weekend after the draft, and now he will try to do the same against veterans during organized team activities.

It is unfortunate for Terrell that Mel Tucker is the defensive coordinator and no longer defensive backs coach, because the rookie free agent from Missouri is the kind of player that could benefit from Tucker's teaching.

Terrell is just a shade under 6-foot-2 and weighs 203 pounds. He runs a 4.49 40. Those measurables would usually be enough to get a cornerback drafted, but the negatives on Terrell were enough that teams passed on him for all seven rounds. He reportedly has difficulty changing direction to stay with a receiver and does not play well with his back to the ball.

Browns sign DB Perry (AP)

Thu, 15 May 2008 08:46:01 PDT

The Cleveland Browns signed free agent defensive back Jereme Perry to a 1-year contract Thursday to fill out their thin secondary. Perry played 12 games for the Browns in 2006 after earning a roster spot as an undrafted free agent from Eastern Michigan. He made 12 tackles and recovered one fumble. Perry played in four games on special teams for the Miami Dolphins last season.

Winslow missing as Browns open practices (AP)

Wed, 14 May 2008 17:04:56 PDT

Kellen Winslow wouldn't be practicing anyway, but the star tight end's absence from the Cleveland Browns' organized team activities this week is notable. Unlike mini-camps, the three weeks of OTAs are not mandatory. However, players usually report so they can take part in conditioning drills and team meetings or rehab injuries.

Browns release DB Kenny Wright (AP)

Wed, 14 May 2008 13:25:18 PDT

The Cleveland Browns cut backup defensive back Kenny Wright, who was arrested last month on marijuana possession charges after trying to outrun police in Texas. The team released a statement Wednesday on Wright's release shortly after concluding their second day of organized team activities (OTAs). Wright was not present at the workout, and coach Romeo Crennel was asked afterward if the 30-year-old...

Browns terminate contract of DB Wright (PA SportsTicker)

Wed, 14 May 2008 13:19:01 PDT

Cleveland Browns defensive back Kenny Wright, who was arrested last month, had his contract terminated by the club Wednesday.

Browns looking for fundamental improvement on offense (Yahoo! Sports)

Tue, 13 May 2008 05:10:28 PDT

In the first year of offensive coordinator Rob Chudzinski's system, the Cleveland Browns jumped from 31st in...

Renovated Pro Football Hall of Fame opens to public (AP)

Sat, 10 May 2008 20:02:37 PDT

A ribbon-cutting ceremony Saturday marked the opening of the $4 million renovated wings at the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Former Cleveland Browns star Dante Lavelli helped do the honors as the new wings were shown to the public. Renovations to the hall's enshrinee mementos, unchanged for nearly 30 years, include video and audio to help bring the game's greatest players and moments to life.

New crop of wide receivers ready to take over (SportingNews.com)

Sat, 10 May 2008 09:17:09 PDT

The crop of thirtysomething wide receivers is moving past its prime. It's time to get to know these six receivers, all of which are 25 and under.

Browns LB McGinest to retire after '08 season (AP)

Thu, 08 May 2008 14:22:16 PDT

Browns linebacker Willie McGinest says the 2008 season will be his last. McGinest told SI.com that he wants to finish his career on one last playoff run. "This will be it," he said. "This will be my 15th season. I've worked hard; I think I've done everything I set out to accomplish." McGinest, who played 12 seasons and won three Super Bowls with the New England Patriots, signed a three-year, $12...

Report: McGinest to retire after 2008 (PA SportsTicker)

Wed, 07 May 2008 13:19:42 PDT

Cleveland Browns linebacker Willie McGinest said he will retire after the upcoming season, according to a Sports Illustrated report Wednesday.

Browns sign GM Savage to three-year contract extension (AP)

Fri, 02 May 2008 14:28:48 PDT

After resuscitating the Cleveland Browns through three years of trades and free-agent signings, general manger Phil Savage made a deal for himself. Even Savage, who received a three-year contract extension through the 2012 season, had to marvel for a moment Friday on how bad things were in Cleveland.

Browns sign GM Savage to extension (PA SportsTicker)

Fri, 02 May 2008 11:42:24 PDT

The Cleveland Browns signed vice president and general manager Phil Savage to a three-year contract extension Friday.

Draft keeps Steelers a leg up in AFC North (SportingNews.com)

Wed, 30 Apr 2008 06:57:21 PDT

With an aggressive offseason, the Cleveland Browns made a push to be top dog in the AFC North. But the Pittsburgh Steelers made all the right moves to remain the best in the division.

Brown's TE Rucker following another Winslow (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 12:04:34 PDT

New Cleveland Browns tight end Martin Rucker always seems to be following in the footsteps of a Winslow.

With a record 33 trades, NFL draft a swap meet (AP)

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 01:31:01 PDT

One thing about an NFL draft with this many trades: There were that many players that teams just simply had to have. This year, more than ever, teams were willing to make aggressive moves to jump the line and snag the player they really wanted. A record 33 trades were made Saturday and Sunday as NFL teams tried to assemble winning rosters for the 2008 season and beyond.

AFC grades: Top marks for Pats, Steelers, Raiders (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 28 Apr 2008 00:14:00 PDT

Darren McFadden figures to be a huge boost for Oakland's offense and QB JaMarcus Russell.

32 Questions: Draft edition (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 25 Apr 2008 03:57:00 PDT

This weekend's draft will have little effect on team rankings.

Seven players, seven smart draft-day trades (SportingNews.com)

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 17:06:39 PDT

It's fun to play GM, and that's why pro football pundits and fans love doing mock drafts. But why stop at just predicting the picks? Why not some "mock trading" while we're at it?

DRAFT 2008: NFL Draft Team Capsules (AP)

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 16:29:53 PDT

1. MIAMI DOLPHINS (1-15)= LAST SEASON: The worst season in franchise history, including an 0-13 start, led to the Dolphins' fourth coaching change since 2004. New football czar Bill Parcells brought in coach Tony Sparano and general manager Jeff Ireland, both from the Dallas Cowboys. THEY NEED: Name a position.

Brohm eager to prove he's NFL-ready (AP)

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:45:52 PDT

Brian Brohm thought he prepared for everything when he spent three months getting ready for the NFL Combine. Yet all the weight lifting, all the running and all the throwing didn't prepare the former Louisville quarterback for what it felt like to stand in front of a room full of grown men wearing a nervous smile.

Dolphins act decisively in locking up Jake Long (SportingNews.com)

Wed, 23 Apr 2008 00:26:18 PDT

Even with the Miami Dolphins signing left tackle Jake Long as the No. 1 pick, plenty of suspense remains at the top of this year's draft.

Michigan's Long set to add to Big Ten's OL legacy in NFL (AP)

Tue, 22 Apr 2008 11:19:22 PDT

Jake Long's oversized body spilled out of a chair as he turned to the right and glanced at a wall of photos of former Michigan players in the NFL. Tom Brady's picture would stand out to most, but the 6-foot-7, 315-pound Long locked in on a row featuring several offensive linemen including Jon Jansen, Steve Hutchinson and Jon Runyan.

Atlanta has plenty of options at No. 3 (Rivals.com)

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 14:01:00 PDT

Browns searching draft for next 'tweener' (Yahoo! Sports)

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 11:12:31 PDT

Since January, the Cleveland Browns ' scouting department has been on a mission to find the next Adalius Thomas...

Browns insist they are on the right track (Yahoo! Sports)

Sun, 20 Apr 2008 04:15:25 PDT

The Cleveland Browns are without picks in the first three rounds of the NFL draft, all but ensuring that they...

Texans need impact draft pick to make progress (SportingNews.com)

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 12:36:09 PDT

If there's one team that needs to hit it big with its first-round draft pick -- absolutely swat it out of the park -- it's the Houston Texans.

Draft numbers not adding up (Yahoo! Sports)

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 09:23:00 PDT

Despite all of the research before the draft, teams generally miss the mark with their first- round picks.

AFC North: Help needed at cornerback (Rivals.com)

Fri, 18 Apr 2008 05:00:00 PDT

Top cornerbacks are usually in high demand, and a few teams from the AFC North will be particularly interested...