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Cleveland Browns President Mike Holmgren will hold a scheduled media availability at the Browns Training Facility at 3 p.m. on Tuesday. You can watch it LIVE online - only on ClevelandBrowns.com.

Can't watch it LIVE? ClevelandBrowns.com is also the only location you can watch the entire availability ON DEMAND.

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Oh Cool, thanks for the heads up.. I'll try to watch it at 3..

I wonder if it's going to be on STO.. sometimes they have the pressers on live..



Again, thanks

Is he supposed to be announcing something big, or is this just a normal presser?

It's live on ClevelandBrowns.com

he's late

Where on the site can you find the video? All I see is the news article on the news conference.

Reload the main site. The first story is about the press conference. When you click it, it opens a new window showing the live presser (right now, nothing going on, he's not there yet)

i typed in clevelandbrowns.com and there was a giant play button in the middle of my screen.

Click on the "Play" button on the home page. He still hasn't shown up. Now he's just being rude.

Maybe he's completing the deal for Moss.

If you drag your mouse cursor over the picture of Holmgren on the front page it will have a play button.

or just making sure he is fashionably late

He doesn't strike me as being fashionably anything.

being over 15 min late would make you think something is up

He just showed up.

- Still learning a lot of things. A lot of emotions in 1st 7 games. Still learning things about himself and not coaching.

- Some really good things happening. Not trying to "paint a pretty picture", but improved over last year.

- Brought in new players who are making huge contributions and have bright futures.

- Ultimately, how many games can we win? Encouraged by win over NO. Now have to build on that and keep moving forward.

- Questions: QB situation. Colt's performance and outlook for the year? Told Colt he was very proud of him. Did well against Steelers. Showed the game isn't too big for Colt. Maintained poise and instilled confidence in his teammates. But, told him that game's done, now have to continue. While didn't throw much against NO, played a solid game. I look at whether QB can handle the situation. Does he make good decisions, etc. Not necessarily "does he complete the passes." Keep in mind it's just 2 games. Whether Colt continues to play is up to Mangini.

- (Question) What is gain of sitting Colt after 2 games? He has some confidence, so if go back to veteran QB, Colt has that confidence in his pocket.

- (Question) Does his education take on a different approach now? Essentially QB choice is a coaching choice.

- (Question) Hope that everyone's on same page (front office, coach, players, etc.)? That's the hope, and it certainly doesn't seem like it's going to be a problem. We discuss and make a decision. "I was a coach for a long time, and I believe strongly that that's the coach's decision."

- (Question) How judge Mangini at end of season? Any coach and any staff will be judged at END of season. Will take "thoughtful thinking." Important to take out emotion, if possible. "Wins and losses is not the only criteria." Recognizes that W-L is main criteria. His last season, went 4-12 and he felt it was his best coaching job. As President, more to look at, and hope he'll do it properly.

- (Question) When decide whether there has been enough improvement? Can't say right now. Premature. Let's let the season play out.

None of the gurus are asking intelligent questions..they're too focused on QB's..hey how bout asking him about a lack of WR's????

- (Question) What's most encouraging? We've been in most of the games and had chances to win the game (also the most discouraging thing because we lost). As it turns out, TB and KC are better than people thought they were. Atlanta game was close. Pittsburgh was close. Likes competitiveness, but hurts to lose.

- (Question) Why are wideouts not a big part of this offense? Scheme. If grow up in a system, there's a focus. System at SF under Walsh and then GB and Seattle, I could tell you within 2 or 3 throws how many catches at the end of the year. Here, emphasis to work middle of the field (TE, RB and often Stuckey). Also not passing as much in general. Also, have to ask about WRs. They don't get as many touches as Holmgren used to. Here, Daboll has a belief on how to move the football, and if anyone were to interfere too much, that would throw a wrench into the gears.

- (Question) something about the staff? This is a hard working group. But, when put on President's hat, has a tough time. When Rob Ryan has those guys moving around a lot, it drives Holmgren crazy. But, just getting used to it. No question on work ethic of coaches.

- (Question) Starter doesn't lose job because of injury. Same for backup? Also, with injuries to QB, maybe recommend not throwing the ball to the QB? That was quite a play. Glad he got up. Used to throw to Seneca in Seattle. The idea of not losing position because of injury is interesting. Never had a rule like that. Sometimes, come into a situation where a guy is lighting it up, be foolish to take someone out. Is there sentiment to allowing the injured player the opportunity to come back and start? Absolutely. Something you "bang around in a meeting and hope you do the right thing."

They did.

I had to answer some calls,what he say?

- (Question) something unintelligible. I'm doing ok. I'm enjoying the challenge (of not coaching). Still gets fired up watching the games, but also recognize what he's hired to do.

- (Question) How hard to run the team but not run the game? Difficult. Has a phone that he could phone to the field. Used it once when there was an injury, but doesn't call Mangini during the game.

- (Question) Is it more of a benefit to find out if worth it to find out about McCoy going into offseason? Well, that's the discussion that's going on. Until it's clear that Jake or Seneca can play, then Colt will play (he has to play). Once it comes to a decision, have to sit down, have the conversation and make the choice. Who gives you the best chance to win, or are you doing it for the future? "That's kind of crummy if you're doing it just for the future. You want to win every game."

- (Question) So it depends on when those guys are healthy? Yes.

- (Question) something about Jerome Harrison? Jerome was unhappy. I liked him a lot. Had a few heart to hearts with him. Flat asked him if he wanted to be traded and Harrison said no. But, he was unhappy. Brought in Hillis, drafted Hardesty, some competition, and it seemed like Harrison was affected by that. If player is unhappy and it makes sense for the organization, then try to make everyone happy.

- (Browns) Any interest in Randy Moss? Has he already been waived? If not, then can't answer that question. He's a great player. Had a great game against GB when Holmgren was there. Focus on younger receivers.

He thinks the WR's are good,but he'd like to see them catch more.
Uh..they aren't that good and they aren't going to catch a ton of balls..
I don't know what makes him think they are,unless he's talking them up to the media.
He can't openly blast them..

maybe he thinks the wr's are good but the qb isn't getting them the ball? lol

- (Question) QB choice up to who? We'll discuss and then we'll let you know.

- (Question) play calling different if WRs were more talented? I think WRs are pretty good, their numbers just aren't good. Our TEs and RBs and Stuckey are catching more passes this year. It's important that the WRs catch passes.

- (Question) Seeing anyone in future draft class that's better than McCoy? Depends. I've drafted QB every year. If one thing happens, doesn't preclude from drafting QB. Good feeling about McCoy after 2 games, but it's just 2 games. Didn't want him to play at all, but we didn't have a choice. Will fall the way it's supposed to fall.

- (Question) Wanna see this through in Cleveland? Made a promise to Lerner. Whether that's "wearing a suit or not, we'll see."

- (Question) Is upcoming decision on QB going into next April the most critical decision as President? Could be. Most important player on team is QB. Need to have a good QB to make it to the next level.

- (Question) something about drafting high in the draft? Not usually drafting that high in the past. If already have your guy, not going to draft QB high. But, if searching, not opposed to taking QB high. If take QB in 1st round, saying he's the "next guy." Better be right. We've all seen teams draft a guy high, you have to pay him a lot of money, you have to play him. If doesn't work, you've passed on guys for a few years.

- (Question) team farther away from being a contender? Our record's not good, but are improved. How long until playoffs, that's hard to predict. Look across the league, topsy-turvy. If have a QB you believe in, you can build around that and get there faster.

- (Question) Haden and Hardesty. In Haden and Ward, playing a lot and doing well. Hardesty is a disappointment to all of us (not him personally, but just the situation). Docs saying he'll be back and be stronger. Stuff like that happens. He had such a good year his senior year. Chalk it up to bad luck. Lauvao has been unlucky. Just when he's ready to go, gets a little nick or a hamstring issue or something. But, thinks he'll be fine.

- (Question) Just luck with Hardesty? Some guys may be injury prone, maybe genetic, don't know. Drafted Chris McIntosh in Seattle. Started rookie year, next year, broke his neck and couldn't play any more. Hopeful that Hardesty will be back.

- (Question) future of Shaun Rogers? Good talks with Shaun 1-on-1. Played well against NO. Big part of why the Browns won. He's always been a problem for offenses. Ultimately, it's Shaun's call. He's had injuries, played a long time, commands big salary (earns it when he's the Shaun Rogers we know and love). It's Shaun's decision.

He also kind of slammed last year's QB's. He said something along these lines, "They didn't do well last year for obvious reasons."

Also said that he's used to his WR's catching more balls. But we run more than he did and throw more to the TE.

Thanks for the updates.

- (Question) relationship with mangini and daboll and coaches? Any coach who thinks that his way is the only way is nuts. So, Holmgren isn't too critical on Mangini just because he might not approach things the same way.

- (Question) itching to get back on sideline? Catching at a weak moment, just got back from vacation. I love coaching but I plan to be doing what doing now. Get the Browns headed in the right direction.

- (Question) what's best part of being President of Browns? Love the football stuff, but get to go around to all departments and see all the things he's been involved in. Get to see good people doing a good job in all the departments. Think going to come in and change everything. But, such a huge mistake to not meet the people first. Tweaking different things, but caring, working hard, and talented.

- (Question) similarities between Hasselbeck and McCoy? Tough because body types different. Colt had much more success in college than Hasselbeck. Both very bright and very competitive. Both good leaders. Different physically, but similar in the intangibles.

- (Question) Any contact with Jim Brown? Wrote a letter to him after dust settled. Encouraged him and let him know how he felt about him. Jim Brown one of greatest players ever. Understand what he means to Cleveland Browns. Sorry that all that happened because not his intention. Wanted him to be a part of organization. Door's always open. Haven't spoken to him.

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Very vanilla, no real information. About what you'd expect.

J/C

I still say Holmgren will be our Coach at some point

The guy isn't getting any younger...he don't have many years left where he could coach. He stated before he took this job that he wanted to coach again at some point

I think its just a matter of time before the itch gets the better of him...he will never get "used" to not coaching until he can't physically coach anymore and i still say he has 6-7 years left that he could coach before age gets him

I still believe at some point in the future...Holmgren will be on our sidelines at somepoint...he is a Head Coach though and though and he just won't be able to help himself but it will be a very good thing for the Browns...very good thing.

Everyone is going to go nuts over this comment, "if I keep wearing a suit or not, we"ll see."

The media will take that and run with it, making it sound like he wants to coach. But what he really meant was that he doesn't like to wear suits.

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he is a Head Coach though and though and he just won't be able to help himself but it will be a very good thing for the Browns...very good thing.

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I agree that Holmgren coaching will be a very good thing. But only if he gives up his current responsibilities as well. Being the team president and coach is too much for a lot of people to handle. Especially a 62 year old person.

My hope is that we keep Mangini around because it is determined at the end of the season that he is doing a well enough job. We need to keep some continuity going, and if Holmgren doesn't fire Mangini then I think that means he is worth keeping around.

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Everyone is going to go nuts over this comment, "if I keep wearing a suit or not, we"ll see."

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There is nothing to go nuts about

Holmgren said BEFORE he ever took this job that he wants to Coach again

Randy Lerner Told Holmgren when he hired him that Holmgren could be:

President, GM, Coach or all 3 if he wanted too

I still say if Mangini don't work out the odds are 3-2 Holmgren takes over himself...the guy still wants to Coach...he has 6 years left maybe 7 before he won't be able to physically do it anymore.

Do you really think Holmgren is going to just sit in the office with a suit on giving up his "last years to coach"

I don't..not for a minute...I think Holmgren wanted to give Eric a chance so he wouldn't be labeled as the bad guy, but he also didn't go "out of the way" in terms of upgrading the roster so at years end when Mangini is gone Holmgren can take over himself.

Are you telling me you would be upset with a Hall of Fame SB winning Head Coach like Holmgren wearing the headset? With a compentent OC in Gill Haskill....i wouldn't..it would be a breath of fresh air...

Holmgren wants one more shot at a Bowl...he has said Cleveland will be his last stop in the NFL..he calls it "The last great adventure"...he will coach here because face it...age catches everyone at some point he don't have 4 or 5 years to sit in an office beofre he decides to coach...he just don't have that kinda time.

the good news is once Holmgren takes over as coach and takes us to our Super Bowl, he will leave a very good Assistant Head Coach here to carry the torch without us having to change anything and the winning tradition will be instilled...

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Drafted Chris McIntosh in Seattle. Started rookie year, next year, broke his neck and couldn't play any more.

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What does that have to do with Hardesty?

well cfrs15 Holmgren can always hire another assistant to work with Heckert and handle most of the Pres duties during football season so Holmgren isn't distracted

delegation my friend..Holmgren can delegate some duties and still be President and Head Coach...he will just need to hire one more assistant

Heckert will still be 2nd in charge...just have an extra man to help with paperwork, phone calls, etc So Holmgren can coach

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..just have an extra man to help with paperwork, phone calls, etc So Holmgren can coach

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It seems like Holmgren has more than that on his plate.

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Are you telling me you would be upset with a Hall of Fame SB winning Head Coach like Holmgren wearing the headset?

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No. I would be upset if he was still President and Head Coach.

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he will leave a very good Assistant Head Coach here to carry the torch without us having to change anything and the winning tradition will be instilled

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Like he did with Jim More Jr. in Seattle...

Paul Brown was President and Head Coach it seemed to work out pretty good..some guys can handle it some can't..I really think Holmgren can handle...

Yes you can trust Mike Holmgren to run everything and be Head Coach...He spent Years under Bill Walsh, Bill Walsh spent years under Paul Brown, Also Holmgren was tutored by Ron Wolf as well

Holmgren is more then capable of doing everything...you can trust Holmgren he isn't a dolt like these other clowns we have had in the last 20 years...Holmgren could handle that load just fine...it would be totally different with him as Pres and Coach vs Butch Davis..not even a comparison..

Paul Brown did both and it worked out pretty good

As i said you hire one more body to do the legwork during the season and just report to Mike...let Heckert continue to be the guy doing stuff and Holmgren puts on the headset and calls the plays but also makes the final decisions...Andy Reid does the sam,e thing in Philly and they have been a good team for how long now? good every year the last decade?

I say go for it Mike! If REid can do it, Mike Can but Mike will do it better

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Paul Brown was President and Head Coach it seemed to work out pretty good

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The NFL when Paul Brown was coaching and the NFL now are completely different animals. That is a horrible comparison.

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Andy Reid does the sam,e thing in Philly and they have been a good team for how long now? good every year the last decade?

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Reid doesn't do what Holmgren does. Holmgren is like the acting owner, attending owners meetings. Reid is not the President of the team, that is Joe Banner. He is the Executive Vice President, Business Operations. A position held by Bryan Wiedmeier in Cleveland. Reid also has an owner who is very involved with the team in Jeffrey Lurie. We do not have an active owner. Holmgren was hired to do what Randy Lerner would normally do.