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LOL..........he was just trying to start a fight w/me.

Oh, I know.... there is a lot of that, for sure; but, I digress... gotta keep it about football in here.

5 things to know from Day 13 of Browns training camp

Posted 3 hours ago

Patrick MaksStaff WriterTwitter




Preparing for Atlanta, Josh Gordon's return to practice, Joel Bitonio's strong play and Emmanuel Ogbah's impressive debut




It wasn’t perfect, but Hue Jackson liked what he saw in Robert Griffin III’s debut as the Browns starting quarterback Friday night against the Packers. Now, Griffin and Co. have quickly turned the page to Thursday night’s game against Atlanta, which should afford Cleveland the chance to build on bright moments at Green Bay and address shortcomings.“It just means we as an offense and as a team have to go out and execute better. I didn’t do a good enough job of helping us put points on the board, and that’s what we want to do,” said Griffin, who met with reporters Monday before practice.
“That’s the name of our game. We have to go out and score points. We want to move the ball consistently, get points on the board and make sure that we’re executing the way that we know we can and what coach has put out for us in the game plan.”
Thursday will also mark Griffin’s first time in FirstEnergy Stadium as a member of the Browns.
“It’s always special whenever you can play a home game. Big shout out to the Dawg Pound. We’re excited to get there and really see them and put on for them,” he said.
‘When you can bring someone to your home, lock the gate and play football, that’s a fun experience.”
Here are four more things to know from Day 13 of training camp.




No worries about bumps and bruises at WR
By his own admission, Jackson said the Browns have taken some bumps and bruises following their preseason opener against the Packers. Cleveland’s receivers have been no exception, as the group manages minor injuries to the likes of Andrew Hawkins, Josh Gordon, Terrelle Pryor, Corey Coleman and others (though Pryor, Coleman and Gordon all practiced Monday).
The veteran Hawkins isn’t worried about it.
“Injuries happen every single year. Receivers get hurt every single year since the beginning of football. That’ll be a headline next camp, the camp after that, with every single team throughout history,” he said with a laugh.
“We just have to get right. All we can focus on is trying to get the injuries prevented and get back from the ones that we’re in and continue on. You really can’t control that stuff. That’s what makes football special and that’s what makes it such a crapshoot sometimes.”


Gordon confident he can return to 2014 form
Josh Gordon made his return to the practice field Monday for the first time in more than a year, and the talented Browns wide receiver is confident he’s still the player that led the NFL in receiving yards in 2013.
“I feel just as strong, just as fast as I ever felt before, if not stronger, if not faster,” he said. “We’ll see how my production is and we’ll go from there once we evaluate and get some stuff on film. I’ll be able to tell how I feel once I get out there.”
Gordon, who was reinstated on a conditional basis by the league last month, had missed the first two weeks of training camp with a quad injury, and Jackson said it’s “unlikely” he’ll play in Thursday’s preseason game against Atlanta.
None of that, however, has slowed down Gordon’s approach in meetings and in the film room.
“Away from the field, it’s a lot of mental reps, really in meetings, taking a lot more notes trying to pick up the offense a lot quicker compared to all the guys that have been here this time,” Gordon said. “I have a lot of room to close that gap and pick up and hopefully play here soon. It takes a lot of effort, and I think that’s what I need to do. It’s good to create the habit.”

Jackson: Bitonio ‘one of the finest guards in football’
After a nagging ankle injury shortened Joel Bitonio’s 2015 season, the Browns left guard played in his first game since December in Green Bay. And the third-year player, whom Jackson lauded for his strong play Friday at Green Bay, isn’t taking anything for granted.
“I injured my same ankle twice, same injury pretty much back to back. The whole season my rookie year, we went 7-9 and last year we went 3-13. We were in the hunt my first year and then last year it was kind of over once I got hurt. It was definitely something that you’re like, ‘Man.’ My rookie year went so well and you take it for granted, almost,” Bitonio said Monday.
“Now you come back and I worked my tail off this offseason to get back and I’m ready to go now. We’re excited to get back out there and I think we’re bringing a good line together.”
Bitonio is part of a first-team offensive line that returns veterans in Joe Thomas andJohn Greco as well as new starters center Cameron Erving and right tackleAustin Pasztor.
Bitonio, who was named to NFL.com’s All-Under-25 team this winter, has impressed Jackson over the past few months.
“I think he's one of the finest guards in football,” Jackson said, adding, “I think he played extremely well the other night."

Ogbah reflects on NFL debut
Before Friday night, Emmanuel Ogbah spoke of pre-game jitters before traveling to Green Bay. When his NFL debut was over, there were no nerves to be found.
Instead, the second-round draft pick had turned plenty of heads, notching six tackles, two tackles for loss and a sack.
“It definitely gives a lot of confidence because first I’m relieved – first game, just getting out and seeing how offensive tackles and offensive linemen are,” he said, “but it feels good just going out there and just doing my thing.”
Ogbah, whom the Browns drafted to bolster their pass rush, added he’s still learning the finer points of playing end in Cleveland’s 3-4 defense after making the switch from outside linebacker.​

http://www.clevelandbrowns.com/news/...3-0e09f8238d2d

Analysis
Preseason player grades, Week 1: AFC rookies

AFC NORTH

BALTIMORE RAVENS: Matt Judon, defensive end. The small-school standout quickly showed Ravens officials that the impressive college resume he compiled at Grand Valley State could translate to major pro production as a disruptive player along the line. The fifth-round pick racked up seven tackles and a sack against the Panthers on Thursday while displaying a relentless motor and natural rush skills. With Baltimore desperately looking to upgrade the pass rush as Terrell Suggs and Elvis Dumervil near the end of their respective careers, Judon's flashes could force the coaches to carve out a role for the energetic rookie. GRADE: B+

CINCINNATI BENGALS: Tyler Boyd, wide receiver. The mass exodus of Bengals receiver talent during the offseason (with Marvin Jones and Mohamed Sanu both leaving for greener pastures) makes it imperative for Boyd to become an impact player this season. Based on his debut performance against the Minnesota Vikings on Friday, the second-round pick could become a key contributor to the offense as a vertical threat. The ex-Pitt standout finished the night with only one reception, but it was a beautiful over-the-shoulder grab that showcased his spectacular ball skills and tracking ability. With A.J. Green attracting double coverage on most passing downs, Boyd could feast on one-on-one coverage on the backside as the Bengals' WR2. GRADE: B

CLEVELAND BROWNS: Emmanuel Ogbah, defensive end/outside linebacker. I know we must keep preseason performances in perspective, but the Browns might've discovered their DPR (designated pass rusher) for the season in Ogbah. The ex-Oklahoma State star was like a bull in a china shop rushing off the edge on the way to six tackles, two quarterback hits and a sack against the Green Bay Packers on Friday. Ogbah also displayed the "juice" (energy) that Hue Jackson desires in his top defenders -- a trait that could help the second-round pick wreak havoc as a potential first-year starter. GRADE: A

PITTSBURGH STEELERS: Sean Davis, cornerback/safety. The versatile defender from Maryland could play a variety of roles for the Steelers as a nickel corner/safety. Davis had an up-and-down performance against Detroit on Friday, with a missed tackle and penalty on a horse-collar tackle overshadowing the solid cover skills he displayed throughout the game. As Davis gets more playing time at both positions, the second-round pick should settle into his role and help the Steelers shore up a secondary that's been viewed as the team's biggest weakness heading into the season. GRADE: B

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000...top-afc-rookies

Speaking of Tyler Boyd, he's somebody who I think could have a big year for Cincy. He'll be a returner/secondary threat ... and he's very dynamic.

Man, I didn't even realize that Boyd went to the Bengals.

yeah, he's very talented ... just was inconsistent

Hope Ogbah keeps this going. It would help. We need better any down pressure, not just blitzes. But improving pressure up front should help our secondary.

Regardless, always nice to see one of your rooks get some love. Go Brownies.

I think both Ogbah and Nassib are going to be standout defenders for us.

So far so good ... I liked what I saw from them

This video, 2015 Oklahoma State vs Baylor, shows Ogbah's strengths...and his weaknesses.

Also, couple of guys on the Baylor team that are now members of the Browns.

Browns release 2nd unofficial depth chart (8/15/16) :




http://www.cleveland.com/browns/index.ssf/2016/08/the_browns_second_unofficial_d.html

Just keep Patzor at RT.

Thanks, Dave. Am I correct in assuming (!!!) that the FO thinks highly of Tucker as the backup RG in order that they can try 4 guys at RT? In otherwords, they are more comfortable with the RG situation (per chart) than the RT spot...

Pierre Desir isn't even listed with the CBs ... and is the 5th Safety

Adios

Or he's safe and the team wants to look at the younger fringe guys. It's hard to tell with the "unofficial" pre-season depth charts.

The only play I remember of Desir from the game was a solid PBU.

I think Hue is still doing a bunch of mixing and matching. Week 3 is usually a better indicator of who the team is trying to get ready for go time.

You also think Scooby Wright is going to win defensive rookie of the year.

When are the first round of cuts due?

•Aug. 9: Deadline for players under contract to report to their clubs to earn an accrued season for free agency

•Aug. 30: Clubs must reduce their rosters to a maximum of 75 players on the Active List by 4 p.m.

•Sept. 3: Clubs must reduce rosters to a maximum of 53 players on the Active/Inactive List by 4 p.m.

•Sept. 4: Teams may establish a practice squad of 10 players

•Nov. 1: Trade deadline at 4 p.m.

http://www.nj.com/giants/index.ssf/2016/07/nfl_calendar_when_are_cut-downs_days_other_key_dat.html

It looks like August 30th rosters cutdown to 75, then September 3rd they go down to 53.

http://www.bloggingtheboys.com/2016/7/28...and-other-dates

John Huges is back.



https://twitter.com/NateUlrichABJ/status/765580246615810048

I think that they will be long term, plus level guys ..... who could even reach start status. I was pleased with both draft picks, and I like what I have seen so far.

One guy I have not heard mentioned as having had a good game is Malcolm Johnson.

He had one block where he just blew up the defender. I could hardly believe it was him I saw.

I haven't heard him have a good game since we drafted him. I didn't see this play though.

So how comfortable do you feel when you are the 7th TE on the depth chart?

I wouldn't spend my camp money all in one place

sounds like there was an altercation at camp today ?? Anyone have info ?

Shelton bodyslammed some dude I have never heard of.

The effort probably put Shelton on his butt.

I'm shocked that he was off his butt in the first place.

MMQB report from Browns camp:

http://mmqb.si.com/mmqb/2016/08/16/nfl-c...iii-hue-jackson

LOL..........that article should go over well w/the masses.

Don't most people think we suck, but just hope that somehow we don't? That's where I'm at.

Are you ever not grumpy?

Benoit is my least favorite writer for the MMQB. If you are going to call something a training camp report, you should probably mention something that actually happened at training camp this year instead of regurgitating the same tired lines we've been hearing since last season ended.

He basically wrote that "water is wet." Gee, thanks for sharing, Andy.

The MMQB usually at least provides a little insight, I went in expecting better.

There's one. LOL

shelton body slammed someone? lol he must have been reading our board and felt insecure

It's always nice to see you talking football, Vers.

Did you see something that actually happened in training camp in there?

I didn't. I thought a training camp report was supposed to talk about things that happened at training camp. Silly me.

+1