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Scheft is very good. Not sure about the other rag. What are "intriguing pieces?" Intriguing how? Just how many drops they have? Whether Payton will have more suspensions that catches? Will Coleman have more injuries that TDs? I guess that is all "intriguing."

And hey, they may also finally be admitting that Coleman is not a #1:

I agree

we could do worse. Bring him an see if he can help. That's not a far reach either.

Coach Hue Jackson on Browns reportedly showing interest in free-agent receiver Jeremy Maclin: ‘That’s a good thing’

http://www.ohio.com/sports/browns/coach-...-thing-1.772397

BEREA: Coach Hue Jackson likes the idea of the Browns pursuing Jeremy Maclin, the best wide receiver on the open market.

Jackson’s preference doesn’t mean they’ll sign Maclin, but it supports the logic that the Browns must at least kick the tires on a player of his caliber at a position of need.

The Kansas City Chiefs shocked the rest of the NFL by cutting Maclin on Friday.

ESPN reported he had been scheduled to visit the Buffalo Bills on Tuesday with plans to meet with the Baltimore Ravens on Wednesday.

The Browns and Philadelphia Eagles also have expressed some interest, per the report.

Jackson was asked Tuesday after the seventh practice of organized team activities whether the Browns have inquired about Maclin, whose release saved the Chiefs $10 million in salary-cap space.

“I think that’s a good thing, if we did,” Jackson said. “I don’t know much about that, but to have an opportunity, one thing I know about our group is we’re going to continue to look at ways to improve our football team. I’ve said that numerous times, and I give [head of football operations] Sashi [Brown] a lot of credit for that.

“I think we’re always out there looking. If there’s a player available, then we’re going to take a peek at him and see if he can help our football team.”

Maclin, 29, had 44 catches for 536 yards and two touchdowns in 12 games last season. He missed four with a groin injury.

The previous two seasons, he had 87 catches for 1,088 yards and eight touchdowns with the Chiefs after they signed him to a five-year, $55 million contract in 2015 and 85 catches for 1,318 yards and 10 touchdowns in 2014, his final year with the Eagles.

Free-agent acquisition Kenny Britt and Corey Coleman, the 15th overall pick in last year’s draft, are the Browns’ projected starting receivers, but they’re dealing with injuries.

Britt has practiced in OTAs, a team spokesman said, but not in the three sessions open to media.

Asked if he’s battling a major injury, Britt said, “No, not at all. It’s just the schedule they’ve got me on right now, and I’m pretty sure it’s going to change.”

Coleman hasn’t practiced since May 24, when he caught a pass, fell awkwardly on the ball and absorbed cornerback Jason McCourty landing on him. Jackson has said Coleman might not practice June 13-15 during mandatory minicamp, meaning he’ll likely be shut down until training camp starts in late July.

The injuries have created more uncertainty at one of the most unproven positions on a team that went 1-15 this past season.

“We have had Corey a little bit, we’ve had Kenny more, so there’s things that I want to make sure that they understand and know the foundation and what we’re doing,” Jackson said. “Corey probably more so than Kenny right now cause Corey’s been here, he knows the language and understands it. Kenny, it’s important that he’s out there as much as he’s been because he needs to make sure he understands how to do things. I think the group, once we get them all back, get them healthy, I think we’ll represent ourselves well.”

Still, reinforcements would be welcomed.

Britt, 28, is coming off the most productive season of his eight-year NFL career. He had 68 catches for 1,002 yards and five touchdowns with the Los Angeles Rams before the Browns signed him to a four-year, $32.5 million contract in March to brace for the eventual departure of leading receiver Terrelle Pryor in free agency.

Coleman, 22, had a disappointing rookie season, compiling 33 catches for 413 yards and three touchdowns in 10 games and missing the other six with a broken hand.

“[Coleman] was having a great OTAs [before his injury],” Britt said. “This was my first time actually getting to see him practice out there on the field to tell you the truth, and he’s a great complement to any other guy that’s on the other side. Regardless of who’s at quarterback, he’s out there making plays.”

That’s good to hear because Jackson has challenged Coleman to ascend to the team’s lead receiver. But the bottom line is Coleman has yet to stay healthy.

The Browns’ only other receivers of note are the three they drafted last year: Ricardo Louis (fourth round), Jordan Payton (fifth) and Rashard Higgins (fifth).

Louis, 23, had 18 catches for 205 yards. Higgins, 22, had six catches for 77 yards. They played in all 16 games. Payton, 23, played in four and had 1 catch for 3 yards. The NFL suspended him for four games for violating its policy on performance-enhancing drugs.

So can they make the leap after combing for a mere 25 catches for 285 yards?

“They don’t look like rookies out there on the practice field,” Britt said. “I know a game is different than practice, but those guys have come along. I watch them. I learn from them each and every day, how they get off the line of scrimmage, how they study in the classroom. They actually help me out with the playbook. So those guys, you can’t really tell they were rookies last year because those guys came along.”

But not enough for the Browns to not be interested in Maclin.

“Don’t know Jeremy personally. All I know is that we got drafted in the same year,” Britt said. “But if they do bring him in, we’ll welcome him with open arms like they welcomed me.”

maybe Eric Decker? he was just released

Basically any veteran who is not washed up will help us at the wide receiver position.

Eric Decker was released? Are you kidding me?

Man, the Jets are the new Browns.

apparently the Jets are taking us to the woodshed this year.

They are a mess!

Decker is returning from a couple of injuries, but I would still take a look at him.

You get your choice of Decker or Macklin
Assuming both are healthy and willing to sign for the same contract, who do you pick?

I prefer Decker for his size.

Talking football, again?

Either one would provide a huge upgrade to our WR corps.

Well .. u ignoring his personal insults and sticking to football didn't last long ...

Come on bro ... u can do this ... please tabber ... U GOT THIS BRO ...

Guess I'd go with Macklin since he was only hurt last year and Decker has missed time the last two years ...

Witch ones younger? ..

I actually like decker more ... but he's hurt every year it seems ...

Here we go again w/you playing the victim and calling me the bully.

I made a slew of football posts on this thread. I posted early and often on how good Maclin is and how he could help us.

I did not make one comment towards you. I posted Devalve's stats in response to peen saying that Cal was underestimating Devalve. You jumped in and insulted me.

Now, you are claiming you are the victim and I am the bully.

Maclin by a year or less.

How did I insult him?

It never, ever, in a million years will hurt to look at a guy to see if he fits.

I'm here to talk football, learn and have fun ... u think I'm getting sucked in to this crap ... NOT A SHOT ... your posse's already big enough .. ..

Tabber opened the door to ignoring your non football posts ... i tried to keep him focused on his goal ... we'll see how long it lasts ...

U GOT THIS TABBER ...

I'll reply to your football posts ... don't expect me to sucked in to this crap ...

Now go ahead and tell me what an ass i am and how wrong i am and to stay out of it ... i have broad shoulders .. i can handle it w/o feeling the need to respond ...

Guess Decker's more durable than i thought ..

Can i change my mind now that i am INFORMED ... *L* ...

I'd take Decker ...

The Jets are going to try and trade him ... if they can't .. he will be released very very soon ...

j/c:

Re: Maclin


http://nfltraderumors.co/afc-notes-browns-colts-jaguars/

Seems like a HC that's been given MORE power with personnel matters, huh?

I was thinking the opposite.

Like, we need to acquire him. Decker would be a huge asset to our WR core. However, this increases our chances of being able to acquire him or Maclin.

Decker, I think.

But if they can get off the bench without injuring themselves, fog a mirror, and catch, then they can help us out at WR. Either would be a plus IMO.

If Pryor is reinstated, can he be designated to the PS? Or do we need to cut somebody at roster limit if set to "free" him from the NFL. Just been thinking how awkward later if he is allowed to go out and play.

Gordon? And no.

Me too. That's how I tried to come across. Clearly, a fail by me.

Offer a 5th rounder for Deck.

Either? Both?

I really like Decker. He is a big receiver with great range. He has had major injuries, but if he's healthy, I think he would help a lot.

Jeremy Maclin - WR - Free Agent

Free agent Jeremy Maclin's visit with the Bills has spilled over into Wednesday.
Marlin arrived in Buffalo early Tuesday and was initially expected to visit the Ravens on Wednesday. Instead, he's being showed around town by former teammate LeSean McCoy and QB Tyrod Taylor, who are putting on the recruiting hats and trying to keep Maclin from leaving town without a contract. We should know something on this front by the end of the day, one way or another.

Related: Bills

Source: buffalobills.com Jun 7 - 11:24 AM

A solid sign that a contract with the Bills is a lock...

He's heading to Baltimore now, allegedly.

Jeremy Maclin to visit Ravens after Bills meetup

http://www.nfl.com/news/story/0ap3000000...er-bills-meetup

even if he doesn't intend to listen to the Ravens at all, it would have been foolish to not make the visit. If nothing else, it may cause the Bills to panic a little and maybe make a rash offer.

Ideally, he then plays it out further and visits the cash-flush Browns and we knock his socks off

I'd prefer he came here first, but that's just me... :-p