Another thing I love about Baker is that after Callaway & Higgins both screwed up, he went up to them and told them to basically shake it off. They'd get another chance and he needed them. Heard his post game presser yesterday and he told Higgins "hey, I threw three picks last week. Just move on to the next play. When your time comes we need you ready."
posted by Commander of AwesomeEither way, we have Baker Mayfield and are only a couple pieces away from truly contending for a title. Yes, I'm being serious.
I firmly believe this. If they make the right moves, I can see this team facing a Houston Texans or KC Chiefs in the AFC Championship as soon as next year. I've already gone on record saying I think they will win the AFC North.
posted by SportsAndLadyBaker was the one who said it, dumbass. I just agreed with him that it was shitty to see images of the stadium with so many empty seats.
Your comment about “if you’re not a season ticket holder you can’t criticize fans for not going” is a load of garbage. Just so you know
So you agree Browns fans should be going....just not you....got it
Oh wait, you think it only applies to people that live within a certain proximity of the stadium....
In the end, we aren't really competing for the playoffs this year, even though not mathematically eliminated yet. People aren't gonna spend money to sit in nose bleeds in 30C weather when playoffs aren't on the line.
posted by BR1986FB9. Prediction of the Week: The Browns will have four prime-time games next year. They’re fun, they’re dangerous to play, they’ve got an exciting quarterback, and they should have an exciting young coach. Cleveland finishes thusly: at Denver, Cincinnati, at Baltimore. Imagine a 7-8-1 record. Winning two of their last three would do it.
I do see a lot of night games in the Browns future. I was at the Jets game on Thursday night this year. Having been to plenty of 1 PM Sunday games, I would much prefer to attedn night games. Just a different feel to it.
posted by slingshot4everSo you agree Browns fans should be going....just not you....got it
Oh wait, you think it only applies to people that live within a certain proximity of the stadium....
In the end, we aren't really competing for the playoffs this year, even though not mathematically eliminated yet. People aren't gonna spend money to sit in nose bleeds in 30C weather when playoffs aren't on the line.
Kill yourself dude. You’ve turned into the absolute worst on here.
posted by SportsAndLadyKill yourself dude. You’ve turned into the absolute worst on here.
A little strong there? Geez....just sports, dude.
"Baker Mayfield is a version of Russell Wilson, Brett Favre, and ultimately Drew Brees. If I could have one franchise right now, be the head coach of Green Bay or Cleveland, I'm going to Cleveland." — @criscarter80
posted by BR1986FB"Baker Mayfield is a version of Russell Wilson, Brett Favre, and ultimately Drew Brees. If I could have one franchise right now, be the head coach of Green Bay or Cleveland, I'm going to Cleveland." — @criscarter80
While neat to see, I really DGAF what Cris Cater has to say about Baker Mayfield.
posted by BR1986FBA little strong there? Geez....just sports, dude.
Agreed, sligshots isn't the troll or dumbass level as some of the infamous posters on here. Though I will admit his logic about sitting in the cold watching a fun browns team is very stupid.
posted by BR1986FBA little strong there? Geez....just sports, dude.
Meh, just an expression.
posted by SportsAndLadyMeh, just an expression.
Lol..."kill yourself" is just an expression? Must have missed that one.
posted by BR1986FBLol..."kill yourself" is just an expression? Must have missed that one.
You think I want someone to actually kill themselves because of their opinion on the Browns?
posted by BR1986FBLol..."kill yourself" is just an expression? Must have missed that one.
Its meaningless. It’s just his level of irritation with said poster.
posted by SportsAndLadyYou think I want someone to actually kill themselves because of their opinion on the Browns?
I think we should move on from this. But I also don't think that is something you should be proud of posting on an internet forum at your age. You should know better, you're a smart dude.
posted by Ironman92Its meaningless. It’s just his level of irritation with said poster.
I'm sure it is, but he sure as hell doesn't need you to come to his defense--give that shit a rest.
posted by Commander of AwesomeWhile neat to see, I really DGAF what Cris Cater has to say about Baker Mayfield.
lol--reps
Aaaaaanyways..keep thinking how many injuries and insider trading violations we’ve had to deal with on defense this year. If kendricks didn’t pull that dumb shit and everyone has stayed relatively healthy on D, they’d be so much better than what their numbers say.
posted by vball10setI'm sure it is, but he sure as hell doesn't need you to come to his defense--give that shit a rest.
Huh?
How about we just all go off the deep end? Take a breath and settle down.
posted by SportsAndLadyAaaaaanyways..keep thinking how many injuries and insider trading violations we’ve had to deal with on defense this year. If kendricks didn’t pull that dumb shit and everyone has stayed relatively healthy on D, they’d be so much better than what their numbers say.
It's not rocket science but depth has been an issue with this team. They have a few stellar defenders (Myles, Ward, Schobert & Ogunjobi) but no real depth behind them or legit guys they can rotate in. They need a stud LB, to pair with Schobert, another legit corner, an interior DL and I'd be more than happy if they got a good DE to push Ogbah to backup status.
I know I may have mentioned this previously, and I don't want him, but could Tomlin be a candidate for the Browns if the Steelers crash & burn down the stretch? I'm not a fan of his in game decisions but I'm starting to think this is a McCarthy/Rodgers situation all over again with the QB (Rapistberger) being a big issue.
You don’t want Tomlin
posted by Ironman92You don’t want Tomlin
I already said that, lol. Dude has no control over his locker room. Heard one of these "talking heads" say that the Pittsburgh roster "wasn't a team, but a bunch of independent contractors."
As far as Baker's comments about fan attendance, I think that could have a bit to do with the fact that whether he was at Oklahoma, or on the road, he was usually playing to a packed house. Probably used to it. Plus he probably heard about how great the fans were and was a little surprised. Think it will take fans until this off season to be "all in" on the Browns again and we should see packed houses going forward. Seems kind of cyclical as the 90's Tribe was the place to be, the last 4 years was the Cavs and now it's the Browns turn, like it should be (ALWAYS).
posted by Commander of AwesomeI think we should move on from this. But I also don't think that is something you should be proud of posting on an internet forum at your age. You should know better, you're a smart dude.
lol shut the fuck up.
Count me in as someone who doesn't GAF when S&L says "kill yourself." When did this thread get so sensitive?
Agree or disagree with these rankings?
posted by HitsRusThis team easily could’ve been 7-5-1....SMH
It's hard to not think "what if" every time they get a W. 7-5-1 is being very conservative too. They could have been at 9 wins right now. At this point I am more than convinced this was a playoff team minus Hue. We are going to look at the 2 AFC wildcard teams and think the Browns would have been better.
I just hope this makes these young guys very hungry going into next season.
posted by vball10setJust keep winning, Mayfield, and the fans will come. With all the shitty teams and bullshit surrounding the organization over the last twenty years, the attendance has been above and beyond what this team has deserved.
...and fwiw, my son and I attend at least one game a year, and the fans have been terrific--year in and year out
I had a couple buddies at the game Sunday and they said it was rocking. Yeah a few empty seats, but well more fans than usual in December, which says a lot considering this is their first 5 win season in years. As you said, keep winning and things will change no doubt. Browns fans are fine and will continue to show their support. If we didn't bail on them the last 10+ years (especially the last two), I think we will be fine. Hell, fucking Steelers fans bailed on their team after a couple 8-8 seasons after numerous playoff seasons. The first sign the Bengals are going to the playoffs their fans immediately bail. No one has room to say shit about the best fans in the league, outside of the people who care (Mayfield). Mayfield is trying to get people hyped and he is giving us a reason to be encouraged.
posted by BR1986FB9. Prediction of the Week: The Browns will have four prime-time games next year. They’re fun, they’re dangerous to play, they’ve got an exciting quarterback, and they should have an exciting young coach. Cleveland finishes thusly: at Denver, Cincinnati, at Baltimore. Imagine a 7-8-1 record. Winning two of their last three would do it.
Considering we have 2 this year, this wouldn't shock me. I just hope it's not a let down. If we for sure aren't going to make the playoffs I would prefer to remain 3rd or 4th in the division to get the shittier teams on the schedule.
posted by BR1986FBIt's not rocket science but depth has been an issue with this team. They have a few stellar defenders (Myles, Ward, Schobert & Ogunjobi) but no real depth behind them or legit guys they can rotate in. They need a stud LB, to pair with Schobert, another legit corner, an interior DL and I'd be more than happy if they got a good DE to push Ogbah to backup status.
I know I may have mentioned this previously, and I don't want him, but could Tomlin be a candidate for the Browns if the Steelers crash & burn down the stretch? I'm not a fan of his in game decisions but I'm starting to think this is a McCarthy/Rodgers situation all over again with the QB (Rapistberger) being a big issue.
I still don't get why we let Nassib go. That would have been some nice depth. Regardless, isn't it nice to actually talk about finding pieces and adding depth instead of debating which QB to take this year? This is unchartered territory for all of us. I don't know how to handle it.
As for Tomlin, I highly doubt the Steelers let him go. Let's be real, worst case scenario they make the playoffs as a wildcard team, because they wouldn't lose to the Bengals week 17 imo. I think they will win the division though.
If Tomlin were available, I would have to say pass. Always thought he was overrated and is just set up with amazing drafting. It also doesn't hurt to have a HOF rapist QB.
posted by BR1986FBAs far as Baker's comments about fan attendance, I think that could have a bit to do with the fact that whether he was at Oklahoma, or on the road, he was usually playing to a packed house. Probably used to it. Plus he probably heard about how great the fans were and was a little surprised. Think it will take fans until this off season to be "all in" on the Browns again and we should see packed houses going forward. Seems kind of cyclical as the 90's Tribe was the place to be, the last 4 years was the Cavs and now it's the Browns turn, like it should be (ALWAYS).
As I said earlier, I am not worried about the best fans in the country. The DC browns backers bar is still getting 200+ people to show up every Sunday. I don't go as much as I used to, but I still see the same faces I saw when I moved to DC 6 years ago.
posted by BR1986FBAgree or disagree with these rankings?
I don't have an issue with these rankings. I could move some guys around from 3-7, but it would be nit picky shit. Mayfield and Garret are no brainer 1 and 2. You need a QB and somebody to rush the QB in the NFL. The fact we have two young guys filling those needs (hopefully Baker progresses) is amazing.