Oops, we dropped Braylon.

For a couple of draft picks, why not trade Braylon Edwards?

Brandon McDonald, We like it.

Brandon McDonald, CB for the Cleveland Browns, is getting some recognition.  

The former University of Memphis standout and current NFL starter has recently received several awards.  The best one for his bank account is an impressive $329,803 from the NFL.  The league bases the bonus on performance and Mr. McDonald has certainly earned his money.  

What will John Calipari do?

By now we have all heard that University of Memphis head basketball coach John Calipari has been offered the same position by the University of Kentucky.  The deal, according to ESPN, is for eight years and $35 million.  That deal would make him the highest paid coach in college basketball.

Here's the kicker.  A source has let me know that last night, Memphis athletic director R.C. Johnson and the biggest monetary contributors to the university had a private meeting with Calipari. 

The coach was made an offer to stay at Memphis for $60 million and 10 years.  That deal would make John Calipari the second highest paid coach in all of American sports, collegiate or professional.  The highest paid coach in American sports is Phil Jackson of the Los Angeles Lakers.  

ESPN is not reporting this, but I think this offer has been put on the table.

Memphis in May Music Festival

This is an incredible lineup of music.  If love live music this is the best show for the money.  Especially in these "tough economic times."

Memphis in May official website.

Welcome Patten? Bye, Bye B.E?

Wow.  

I heard the rumors, but this sounds like something is in the works.  Browns GM George Kokinis in talks with the Giants about a deal for Braylon 'Mitten Hands' Edwards. 

Browns Mix.

Browns Gab.

Go Browns.

Welcome David Patten.  35-year-old wide receiver.  He played for the Browns in 2000.  He has also won some Super Bowl rings.   

Some Teams Don't Cry in the Spring?

No Bias.  No Bull.  Bull####!

Middle Tennessee State University football is on the rise.  This is good example of what the college teams do while 'Big Babies' in the NFL whine about training camp and people not saying hello to them.  

MTSU football

Possible Inside Information:

Look for Gene Delle Donne, TE  Sr. (RS) to make a big impact this season.

Quinn To Be Traded?

It doesn't seem that he knows about it.

With all the trade rumors going around that involve Brady Quinn and Jay Cutler, it appears that the Browns quarterback has not heard anything.

Full story.

Underrated?

Anytime a team from Michigan gets beat, it's a good thing. The Middle Tennessee State Lady Raider basketball team got that opportunity on Sunday morning.

Alysha Clark (left, #22) was her usual high scoring self as the Blue Raiders played on the "neutral" home court of Michigan State in East Lansing, MI.

Clark fouled out with 33 points and 10 rebounds with 1:33 left to play and the score tied at 57.

Unfortunatley, the Lady Raiders were unable to overcome the physical play of Michigan State and fell 60-59. The Lady Raiders led most of the game until the latter stages of the second half.

This one hurts for all Blue Raider fans who were hoping to make some noise in this year's NCAA tournament. What a tough way to end a great season. Congratulations to the Middle Tennessee State Lady Raiders and head coach Rick Insell, Sun Belt Conference Champions.

By the way, we will see every player on the roster back next season along with a top 25 incoming recruiting class. Keep that in mind selection comittee.

Don't Mess With Herron?

I should probably watch what I say about this guy.

This post from a Tampa Bay Bucs fan says it all.

What the Herron?

Noah Herron, career backup running back, has been signed by the Cleveland Browns. This move makes a lot of sense. We just lost our stud backup Jason Wright. Why not sign another stud? Especially a guy that has been cut by every team he has played for!

The Browns will cut him before the season starts. Look for  a running back in the draft and maybe one or two more free agent RBs.  The fact is the Browns have two quarterbacks and now they have three running backs. If that does not change, don't look for much this season. But I think we all know it will change and there is always something to look forward to next season when you are a Cleveland Browns fan.

Browns Bringing Meat to the Table?

That's right. Floyd "Porkchop" Womack is a Cleveland Brown. The 6'4 330(?) lineman joins the team after spending a solid eight years in Seattle.

Get your napkins out Browns fans!

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What Does Donte Stallworth do in the Offseason?

Apparently, he drives a Bentley.  

Way to go, man.  Here's $4 million.

Click here for story, if you haven't already heard.  

Rebuilding?

Kevin Shaffer is gone.

The Always Sure-Handed Joe Jurevicius is gone.

It seems the new regime is content with getting rid of all the players that Phil Savage brought in, regardless of the cost.  It appears that getting rid of guys now and paying for it later is what the Browns want to do.  They are also okay with getting rid of guys that the fans liked.

The saying goes, "If you listen to the fans, you'll be sitting with the fans."  (right, Romeo?)

If they can actually improve THIS YEAR without either of these two players, I would be surprised.

Dropping two starters does not seem like the right direction.  The Browns are lacking talent from roster spots 34-53.  I think dropping some of those names is more likely to improve this team.  That is what teams that win Super Bowls do right?  

Is Cleveland rebuilding or downgrading the roster for monetary reasons?  One would think that if it is for money, then they actually plan on spending some.  

Browns Fan Also a Memphis Grizzlies Fan?

I think this is okay.

I am a Memphis Grizzlies fan.

I liked the team in Vancouver. I am from Memphis and I loved it when they came to town. I know this is a blog for the Browns, but sometimes I can't help it.

I love this quote from Michael Heisley, the owner of the team:

"If what I believe happens in three years, then people will say I'm a genius," Heisley said. "If it doesn't, they'll say I'm a fool."

I make a point to not trust people in these positions when they are commenting about their investments, but I think the Grizzlies are set up for some pretty good things. They have a young team with a lot of talent. They have good veteran leadership. By that I mean quality guys who are not getting in trouble or complaining about playing for a losing team.

I never have understood players who do that, complain about a losing team. You're part of it!

Anyway, they will most likely have to part ways with a few of the players I have become accustomed to, but that is nothing new with this team. I hope they can keep the core together and make some noise in the playoffs in a couple of seasons.

New Coach, New Team?

New head coaches have a tendency to rid themselves of the "baggage" from the previous administration.

Eric Mangini is no different. The Soldier is gone. Sean Jones is gone. The lockers that divided the locker room are gone. Hopefully so is losing.

All of those changes along with an endorsement for the AFC Championship from Colin Cowherd can give fans a cause for excitement. I might even pay for another season of NFL Sunday Ticket.

I don't think Mangini is done quite yet, though. I predict that Rogers will be out of Cleveland before the season begins. I like the fact that a guy can plug up the middle and get to the QB, but if we can get some value for him, do it. I would be happy with the Rogers/Quinn for Cutler/3rd round draft pick.

We would then have two Pro Bowl QB's on the roster and be able to draft another interior defensive lineman. That sounds good to me.

How 'bout you, Coach?

Who Is the Baddest Man on the Planet?

"I was just sitting at home, anxious, wondering who I was going to bleed for this year - and if he could stand up to it."

Who said that?  

None other than The Electrifying Joshua Cribbs, A.K.A. The Baddest Man on the Planet. 

Everybody's Favorite Brown, A.K.A. The Finisher, was slightly unorthodox in his meeting with new head coach Eric Mangini.  Instead of waiting until the whole team meets together later this month, J.C. went ahead and barged in on the new ball coach.  

Check out the story.

Blogger Can't Outsmart the Weather

This video shows wreckers pulling my red truck out of a creek after a large amount of sudden snowfall and ice in Murfreesboro, TN.  Click on the video, look for the red truck and then a few seconds later they show my other vehicle, the white SUV being pulled out after I got stuck trying to retrieve a few items from my truck in the icy cold water.