Category Archives: Cleveland Browns

Salvon Ahmed and the Battle for the Bears’ Third Running Back Spot

Posted on August 16, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Brad Biggs at the Chicago Tribune has 10 thoughts after the Bears preseason game against the Browns.  At one point he addresses the competition for the thirrd running back position: An interesting option is Salvon Ahmed, a 27-year-old who played previously … Continue reading →

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Mediocre at Best: Browns QB Concerns Continue Against Bears

Posted on August 16, 2026 by Tom Shannon

Charean Williams at profootballtalk.com on Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson’s play yesterday: Browns coach Todd Monken said it was “cool” and “awesome” to watch Deshaun Watson play on Saturday. It was Watson’s first game of any kind since Oct. 20, 2024. … Continue reading →

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Double Digit Interception Goal for Amukamara Is Admirable, Probably Not Realistic

Posted on July 12, 2018 by Tom Shannon

Dan Wiederer at the Chicago Tribune reviews the Bears situation at cornerback: “Projected on final roster: 6-7. “Roster locks: Kyle Fuller, Prince Amukamara. “Good bet: Bryce Callahan. “On the bubble: Sherrick McManis, Marcus Cooper, Cre’Von LeBlanc, John Franklin. “Practice squad … Continue reading →

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Interesting Points From a Well-Done Mock Draft

Posted on April 25, 2018 by Tom Shannon

As I wrote earlier in the month, I participate in a yearly mock draft with representatives from the 31 other teams. Though not any better than most mock drafts in terms of the specifics, this draft has annually done a … Continue reading →

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Shaheen Has Yet to Impress and Other Points of View

Posted on September 2, 2017 by Tom Shannon

Hyped rookie tight end Adam Shaheen has had his struggles during the preseason. Via Dan Wiederer at the Chicago Tribune: Eye on the ball: Tight end Adam Shaheen was at fault for one of Trubisky’s three incompletions, a pass over … Continue reading →

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View of Bears First Round Pick Is, As Usual, A Matter of Perspective

Posted on April 28, 2017 by Tom Shannon

  It’s interesting the effect that a different view point can have. I grew up in the suburbs of St. Louis. The neighborhood in St. Charles, Mo. was predominantly white and relatively prosperous. When I left to go to college to … Continue reading →

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Loggains the Best Indicator that the Bears Did the Right Thing With Hoyer

Posted on April 1, 2017 by Tom Shannon

As John Mullin at CSNChicago.com mulled over the appearance of stability within the Bears organization the other day, he offhandedly threw out this little nugget: “[W]hen the Bears didn’t re-sign Brian Hoyer this offseason, which may not have appeared to be benchmark non-move … Continue reading →

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Jimmy Garoppolo Won’t Be Moved. Maybe.

Posted on March 16, 2017 by Tom Shannon

Albert Breer at the MMQB.com makes two points in his First and Ten section: 5. I’d expect the Browns to make a real run at Patriots QB Jimmy Garoppolo. I also know other teams have come away with the impression he’s not … Continue reading →

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NFL Points of View Week 16

Posted on December 26, 2016 by Tom Shannon

Parts of this article were originally published to Phinmaniacs on December 23. Here are some thoughts on he state of the NFL entering week 16 1.  The major issue in Buffalo right now is whether Rex Ryan will keep his job.  Reports … Continue reading →

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Some Random NFL Thoughts as Week 11 of the Season Comes to a Close

Posted on November 21, 2016 by Tom Shannon

I haven’t had a chance to post much other than game thoughts lately.  Things have been a bit hectic at work and though they show no signs of slowing down, I thought I’d try to get a post up on … Continue reading →

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