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I am sure we will see a group of the guys meet somewhere for a 2-3 day mini camp before regular camp opens in late July.
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That thing with Bake and OBJ is really cool ...
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OBJ is the most talented WR the Browns have had since Paul Warfield. Jarvis Landry is in the top five I believe. They will be ready in September. All this other crap is just reporters trying to make a story out of nothing. OBJ is where he is supposed to be when he is supposed to be there.  I can't wait to see what those two can do together. Can you imagine how huge the holes are going to be for Chubb with D's having to guard our WR's?
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Going forward, I propose a one week ban for anyone whom continues to debate OBJ and OTA I suppose the alternative could be Corey Coleman and Dwayne Boe
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Can we add Trent Richardson?
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j/c: OBJ: Couldn't reach 'full potential' with Giants4:35 PM ET ESPN Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. says his departure from the New York Giants was necessary because he felt he "wasn't going to be able to reach my full potential there." Beckham addressed leaving the Giants in an interview with Complex published Thursday, saying the opportunity to join the Browns will allow his on-field production to flourish. "I just felt with the Giants I was just stuck at a place that wasn't working for me anymore," Beckham said. "I felt like I wasn't going to be able to reach my full potential there. Mentally, physically, spiritually, everything I felt capable of doing, I just couldn't see it happening there. So I think allowing me to be in an environment where I can be myself and give it a different approach, I feel like my football will benefit. I'm just excited about being able to play football again and not have to deal with all the other stuff and politics that came with my previous role." Editor's Picks Mayfield stirs OU-Texas rivalry, rips QB Ehlinger Beckham had a tumultuous exit from New York, traded in March after a 2018 season in which he openly questioned quarterback Eli Manning's ability and less than a year after signing a five-year deal with the Giants worth up to $98.5 million. To Complex, Beckham touted the culture in Cleveland and again expressed excitement about pairing with former LSU teammate and fellow wide receiver Jarvis Landry. "They've got players over there who I just know I'm gonna click with," Beckham told Complex. "Jarvis is a brother of mine, and we dreamed of this moment. It's just crazy that it's actually happening. The percentage of people that make it to the NFL is less than 1%, so the chances of me playing with one of my brothers on the same team is a dream manifested, for sure." Beckham has previously shared his joy over being a member of the Browns, saying June 5 that he was "almost giddy" to be in Cleveland. As he prepares for his sixth NFL season, Beckham says he is on a social media hiatus, posting in an Instagram story Thursday that he is "goin away till July 1st for trainin." He told Complex that he is looking forward to the "fresh start" that comes with playing for a new team. "I've been waiting to explode in games, and I've been working extremely hard [to take] my game to the next level," he said. "That's exactly what I think I can do at the Browns." The Complex interview was conducted while Beckham was in London last weekend and participated in tryouts for the NFL Academy. https://www.espn.com/nfl/story/_/id/27025322/obj-reach-full-potential-giants Positive: Glad he is happy here and it puts to rest the nonsense that he didn't want to play in Cleveland. Negative: I was hoping he, Baker, and some other dudes were working out together during this time off.
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Not sure where you get those guys haven't or aren't going to do that?
I took the going away to train comment as he wouldn't be posting for a while. I also think part of that training will include some time with the boys playing catch.
I agree, it will be a negative if they don't get together for a few days at some point this summer.
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I wonder if he brought his personal trainer to London with him ...  Bake, VG and OBJ have all stated they’ll be getting together during this “dead” period around Bakes wedding ... They got this dawg ...
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Superstars are always under the media microscope. Better get used to it. OBJ has fans and haters everywhere.
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j/c:
I've been reading reports how Tom Brady is currently working out w/Josh Gordon and other NE WRs, but have not seen anything about Baker and our WRs working out together in this dead period. Then again, the Pats have more to prove than the Browns.
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https://www.cantonrep.com/sports/2019060...good-comparisonIn the link you will find where it was stated by both Baker and O where they will be working out in LA, where both guys live. It doesn't say anything about others joining them, but I am sure it will be a open invite to all the others to join.
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well, if you haven't seen anything, that clearly means it isn't happening.
May as well cancel the season, now :'(
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Not sure why you are being snarky?
OBJ is in London, so I assumed they are not working out right now. I don't think that is a big stretch. I also was making the point that I think the "New England way" is something to be aware of. Brady has accomplished more in his career than any other qb in the history of the game and he is working out w/his teammates right now.
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Maybe because you cite one reference to one QB working out with one WR as your means of saying that our QB and our WRs aren't doing enough when you actually have no idea what they are and are not doing during this period. You then complete it by snarky in the form of "Then again, the Pats have more to prove than the Browns."
Maybe you should ask the author of that article for the whereabouts and doings of the 31 other QBs and 100+ WRs they didn't write about?
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Vers I think that is an old news story rehashed by some hack too lazy to make their own story.
From what I read they are meeting up in California, pretty sure OBJ specifically was mentioned - working out together with Baker.
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The article was posted on June 21st, but perhaps the interview was from when OBJ was in London earlier? I'm not sure. I just assumed he was in London now.
I see that Purp didn't like me posting my opinions on this subject, but I do have some built-in concerns w/how much hype we have been receiving w/out actually winning.
I just hope that these guys aren't buying into the hype and realize that hard work is more important. I can't lose some of the feelings I had when I was coaching. Hype surrounding your team is something almost all coaches worry about. I don't think my comments were out of line. I've seen several reports about Brady throwing to various guys over the course of this summer.
I do feel better seeing the report that OBJ and Baker are going to hook-up in LA.
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I'm totally buying into the hype. It's right this time. The pieces are there, we have a qb and a slew of weapons. I've had cautious optimism since 1999, where has that gotten me? I'm all in. 12-4 baby.
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Hopefully you listened/saw the interview with Kitchens and Donovan I believe GratefulDead posted it.
Kitchens stated that everyone (meaning the Bozos) are building the Browns up cause they want to tear us down. Its the new Shock News stuff going on with Tweets and hits and all that jazz.
He said we aren't buying into that stuff. He said we got the talent but we are going to work hard to make the best out of it. The Building up stuff is just for Bozo's to get hits waiting for us to fall down. So as I'm a Homer I am trying to curb my enthusiasm...oh it still is very high but that is me pulling in the reigns.
As for as Purp that is between him and you. But it was mentioned by Diam that Baker is getting married??? I know I read that they were going to be working out together so that is pretty good, not a negative that even with a wedding involved our QB is making sure his priorities are in order...lol 
Btw marriage has a maturing effect on individuals, I think his wild party days of college are over, like most of us if you think of it. We don't EAT, DRINK, PURSUE GIRLS, etc like we did when we were in college. Especially after we got Married. Last big binge drink for me was my Bachelor Party!
Hope his will not have any problems as I'm sure OBJ and others will be there as well. I'm hoping for Cigars and 50 year old Brandy will be the highlight!
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j/c:
I've been reading reports how Tom Brady is currently working out w/Josh Gordon and other NE WRs, but have not seen anything about Baker and our WRs working out together in this dead period. Then again, the Pats have more to prove than the Browns. I wouldn't read to much into this, the guy is getting married, I'm sure he has a lot on his plate right now. Also, it's been a whole week since they left minicamp, and they got plenty of time to get together. They did last year and Odell wasn't even on the team. I know you don't like him, but the suggestion I got from your post is that you feel he is not going to do it. I think that is unfair. It has been stated by him and Odell both that it will happen, I see no reason to lead people to believe it won't.
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Not sure why you are being snarky?
OBJ is in London, so I assumed they are not working out right now. I don't think that is a big stretch. I also was making the point that I think the "New England way" is something to be aware of. Brady has accomplished more in his career than any other qb in the history of the game and he is working out w/his teammates right now. Ok, he is in London. People take vacations. Good for him. If you are expecting these guys to work out together every day from now until camp, your expectations are unrealistic. Just saying....not being snarky, disrespectful, or anything negative.
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I am concerned about the following:
1. The hype. I can almost guarantee the team is going to get off to a rough start. I just have a feeling about it. I actually think the O is going to struggle out of the gate. I think Baker is going to play average to below average.
2. Baker's incessant need to mix it up in the media with everyone he doesn't like. Now he's going after a college kid. Geesh. Think of attention span as a dime, 10 cents. That's all you have to give to everything in your life. Even spending one penny on something unimportant takes away from the important stuff. It's a real thing. Wasting effort on crap like that is just dumb.
3. Although only mini camp, watching videos and reading about it Baker struggled a bit. I think he's too comfortable in his own skin right now and not completely dialed in (see point #2).
4. Steve Wilks and the D. Not sure about this guy. Doesn't give me a bunch of hope when he talks. D players seem to be liking the system so far just based on comments so hopefully it works out.
5. Why did we hire an offensive coordinator again? I wish we would have gone with the Jets model. I feel like there are too many chefs in the kitchen. If things start off slowly on O, Monken will be the sacrificial lamb. He'll be gone by midseason.
On the positive side, we have the talent to overcome some of these things so maybe they won't be a big deal, but the above concerns me.
LOL - The Rish will be upset with this news as well. KS just doesn't prioritize winning...
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Please don't tell me what I am thinking and then labeling me as being unfair. I am not insulting anyone. I am not breaking board rules. We don't all have to think the same way.
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I see that Purp didn't like me posting my opinions on this subject
You should know plenty well by now that I don't care about your opinion, if you post it or if you don't, lol.... and, for the record, you didn't post an opinion at all. You posted info about Tommy Terrific and used it to take a sideways shot at Baker/OBJ while initiating the snark you wanted to complain about.
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You don't care about my opinion, but you choose to blast it. Alrighty then.
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This happens a lot on here.
A poster makes a comment about the Browns or another subject and does not mention one single poster. Afterwards, a poster--or posters--rip the first poster's opinions and make it personal. If the first poster replies to the critical posters, he/she is in the wrong and confrontational. Ban me, if you like...............but, I am not going to allow you to talk to me like that.
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This happens a lot on here.
A poster makes a comment about the Browns or another subject and does not mention one single poster. Afterwards, a poster--or posters--rip the first poster's opinions and make it personal. If the first poster replies to the critical posters, he/she is in the wrong and confrontational. Ban me, if you like...............but, I am not going to allow you to talk to me like that. What you leave out is that the "1st poster" usually posts snarky comments or backhanded insults in their posts and then get butt hurt when people respond. There is one "1st poster" here at is involved in 99% of the confrontations and drama here.
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What’s OBJ not arguing about ... *L* .. I have NO CLUE what he’s referring too .. U know .. back when we had NO TALENT the off season chatter was a lot less dramatic than it is now that we should be good ... not sure weather to *L* or cry ... Regardless .. Sunday afternoons will be a lot more enjoyable .. although coming from where we were ... LAST YEAR WAS AWESOME ... and were sooooooo much better now ..
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I was wondering as well.
Both he and Baker live in LA. Maybe he popped over to Bakes house...saying he's moving in.
Sounds like they are working out together.
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And yet another poster who jumps in. I don't recall saying one word to you.
I voiced an opinion that I think it's relevant that Tom Brady, who is generally regarded as the greatest qb of all-time and who has won SIX Super Bowls is constantly working out w/his receivers this summer and that perhaps our second year qb should do the same.
I don't think that was an attack on any poster. I don't think it was snarky. The Browns haven't won squat and the Patriots have won a lot. I am not going to change my opinion on that no matter who tries to act like I'm wrong for having a damn football opinion.
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It helps explain the toxic climate on here.
Coming from YOU, of all people, that's just rich.
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There is one "1st poster" here at is involved in 99% of the confrontations and drama here. I'm rather disappointed that I'm only getting credit for 1%.
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J/C Last I heard baker was getting married any day now. I have no problem with him not working out getting ready for the game of his life against the most fierce opponent he will ever face - his soon to be wife All reports have been Baker and OBJ will be working out this summer - which they did last year and they WERE NOT teammates. So I have no concern or issue with him taking some time off to focus on his family and his soon to be wife. This is supposed to be the biggest event in his life - even more so than getting drafted or winning any football game - so I think maybe we as fans should cut the kid some slack and let him enjoy this moment, it only happens 2 or 3 times in a lifetime for most 
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There is one "1st poster" here at is involved in 99% of the confrontations and drama here. I'm rather disappointed that I'm only getting credit for 1%. You need to up your game.
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And yet another poster who jumps in. I don't recall saying one word to you.
I voiced an opinion that I think it's relevant that Tom Brady, who is generally regarded as the greatest qb of all-time and who has won SIX Super Bowls is constantly working out w/his receivers this summer and that perhaps our second year qb should do the same.
I don't think that was an attack on any poster. I don't think it was snarky. The Browns haven't won squat and the Patriots have won a lot. I am not going to change my opinion on that no matter who tries to act like I'm wrong for having a damn football opinion. It's been reported Baker and the receivers have stuff planned. It's also been reported Brady and Gordon are going to work out, what, once? Either way, it's June. As others have said, Baker is going to or just got married. You're making a big deal out of it just to rile people up. Did you check the other 30 teams for workouts? Is Darnold getting the Jets together? Roethlisburger? Goff? Kyler Murray?
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There is one "1st poster" here at is involved in 99% of the confrontations and drama here. I'm rather disappointed that I'm only getting credit for 1%. You split you're time with the "1st poster." And yet another poster who jumps in. I don't recall saying one word to you.
I voiced an opinion that I think it's relevant that Tom Brady, who is generally regarded as the greatest qb of all-time and who has won SIX Super Bowls is constantly working out w/his receivers this summer and that perhaps our second year qb should do the same.
I don't think that was an attack on any poster. I don't think it was snarky. The Browns haven't won squat and the Patriots have won a lot. I am not going to change my opinion on that no matter who tries to act like I'm wrong for having a damn football opinion. Hey. I never said your name. Don't blame me if you take offense to a general comment towards a "1st poster."
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