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Cleveland Browns at Tennessee Titans, Dec 7, 2008 1:00 PM EST


CLEVELAND BROWNS (4-8) WEEK 14 TENNESSEE TITANS (11-1)
VS.
Date: December 7, 2008 Location: Nashville, TN
Time: 1:00 p.m. ET
Stadium: LP Field
TV: CBS
Favorite: Titans by 14
Radio: WMMS, 100.7 FM Over/Under: 37
SBN Coverage: Music City Miracles Announcers
Don Criqui & Dan Fouts

The Browns' defense is giving up an average of 9.5 points a game over the past two weeks, but we've come away with two losses against teams not known for playing solid defense. Against the 11-1 Tennessee Titans, with an absolute machine in Albert Haynesworth anchoring the entire line of scrimmage, do the Browns even have a shot? Statistically, we shouldn't. However, the Browns have played neck-and-neck with teams like the New York Giants, Washington Redskins, and Indianapolis Colts, even when our offense was horrible in two of those games. With the quarterback play we've seen from Derek Anderson this season, to suddenly think that there will be some type of "dropoff" under Ken Dorsey is kind of laughable. Funny enough, this is just about the only week this season I haven't heard complaints about our quarterback situation, and that is a relief.

Now then, let's start off this week's preview with the overall team statistics thus far...

OFFENSE

Category Browns Titans
Points Scored 17.8 (27th) 25.3 (7th)
Passing 169.8 (29th) 186.3 (24th)
Rushing 105.5 (23rd) 138.7 (6th)
Total Offense (yards) 275.3 (27th) 325.0 (18th)

DEFENSE

Category Browns Titans
Points Scored 20.6 (9th) 14.6 (2nd)
Passing 215.5 (17th) 184.6 (4th)
Rushing 141.3 (26th) 97.2 (12th)
Total Defense (yards) 356.8 (27th) 281.8 (5th)

CLEVELAND BROWNS Position TENNESSEE TITANS
Dorsey could manage the offense, but has not started in three years.   QB - Kerry Collins has revamped his career with solid veteran play.
Jamal Lewis is having a down year and should have a tough time inside.   RB - Chris Johnson ripped the Lions -- will he do the same to the Browns?
With Winslow out, the Browns lose a potential edge they could have had here. - WR - Although they are still seeking a No. 1 receiver, Justin Gage is close to being that.
They'll have their hands full against a bull-rushing Titans defensive line.   OL - Kerry Collins has been sacked just seven times this year, and he's not a mobile guy.
The Browns have Shaun Rogers.   DL - The Titans have Jevon Kearse, Kyle Vanden Bosch, and Albert Haynesworth.
The tackling has been better, but that may deteriorate today against a quick Chris Johnson.   LB - Keith Bulluck would be a nice addition to the Browns defense.
McDonald and Wright have played well the past several weeks.   DB - The Titans are known more for stopping the run, but they are ranked fourth in pass defense.
Will Joshua Cribbs be less of a factor...because he's playing QB? - ST   Titans kicker Rob Bironas is 14-of-17 on field goals this year...and that's just from the 40-49 range!

FINAL PREDICTION: Tennessee Titans 20, Cleveland Browns 7.
The Titans can blow out teams, but that is not what they are about. They are about getting ahead and maintaining that lead with an efficient offense and shutdown defense. This game could be 13-7 in the fourth quarter, with the Titans putting together a long drive late to put the nail in the coffin. I know I said it probably wouldn't be wise to play Joshua Cribbs as quarterback often, but deep down inside I would still love to see it.

This is the official gameday topic for the Cleveland Browns in Week 14 as they take on the Tennessee Titans. All comments regarding the game should be posted in this topic. Enjoy the game, and GO BROWNS!!!

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Cough So who’s got the livestream? Cough

by DisplacedBuckeye on Dec 7, 2008 12:50 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Gameday Inactives

CLEVELAND BROWNS: LB Beau Bell, FB Charles Ali, SS Hamza Abdullah, TE Kellen Winslow, LB Kris Griffin, DL Santonio Thomas, OG Scott Young, CB Travis Daniels.

TENNESSEE TITANS: QB Chris Simms, WR Chris C. Davis, RB Chris J. Henry, OT Mike Otto, WR Paul Williams, CB Tyrone Poole, DL William Hayes

THOUGHTS: Boo again for Beau Bell being inactive.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 12:56 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Pluto had a comment today in his article that Bell’s knee was still bothering him. Perhaps that’s why, and hopefully the coaching staff isn’t that stupid.

by Fundamentals on Dec 7, 2008 1:12 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Ah, then that probably explains it. Because even with his lack of playing time, they’ve been activating him for special teams, and Kris Griffin is already inactive.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 1:13 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

So, how much of an audience can I get today with a 4-8 team, Ken Dorsey at QB, Kellen Winslow out, and facing the team with the best record in the AFC?

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 1:02 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

With you to the bitter end.

by DisplacedBuckeye on Dec 7, 2008 1:03 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Holy crap, Dorsey for ’09!

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 1:07 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

We do love Quarterback controversy.

It’s 50/50 whether or not Dorsey looks like the second-coming of Montana and we have a off-season QB controversy.

by DisplacedBuckeye on Dec 7, 2008 1:09 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Dammit, that was a perfect throw for Stallworth to catch it on the outside while in motion and have room to run for the first down. Phil Dawson gives us a first possession lead though.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 1:10 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I will celebrate when he is cut this offseason. He can’t stay healthy and doesn’t play well even when he is healthy.

by Fundamentals on Dec 7, 2008 1:14 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Far too expensive for his production

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 1:14 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Did you guys see that top headline on ESPN? Browns considering Marty if Romeo goes

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 1:12 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

If Cowher doesn’t want to come back, I’d be okay with Marty. My first choice after Cowher remains Russ Grimm, though.

by Fundamentals on Dec 7, 2008 1:16 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Nice corner blitz by Brandon McDonald there…

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 1:15 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Nice effort from DQ

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 1:19 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Was that a successful blitz?

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 1:20 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Very surprised at all of this pressure we are getting early on here.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 1:20 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Well then. I’ll take it.

by DisplacedBuckeye on Dec 7, 2008 1:24 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I like that Cribbs play. Also, Braylon creating is good to see

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 1:24 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Not a good throw there.

by DisplacedBuckeye on Dec 7, 2008 1:26 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Wow, a hell of a pick by DQ. What’s with the Titans today?

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 1:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

quiet here today, huh?

at the end of the 1st Q, flipped over to FOX for the Giants/Eagles, and just saw Dominic Hixon have a drop that would make Braylon jealous.

You know Selig? Ombudsman.

by rolub on Dec 7, 2008 1:44 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Nicely executed 4th down conversion by the Titans there…lead now to the Titans at 7-6.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 1:46 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Kinda cool that we’re using Cribbs a bit at QB. Let’s see if a throw gets mixed in soon.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 1:52 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

…Think we’re trying that one too many times.

by DisplacedBuckeye on Dec 7, 2008 1:52 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I don’t like the calling of routes on third down where our players turn around and wait for the football. With a lot of pressure coming, there’s no way Dorsey can comfortably make a throw knowing that a defender will just run in front of the receiver and pick it.

The routes need to be quick little slants in motion.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 1:55 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

So we are looking at Marty, huh?

I wouldn’t exactly mind it, but Grossi makes a good point that he would probably need to be replaced in 2-3 years and would not take us to the Super Bowl. I would settle for the playoffs.

Don’t exactly want a Martyball offense, though. We should see if we can get his son in a package deal if that is really what we want to do.

by rufio on Dec 7, 2008 1:57 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

How are we only down by 1?

by rufio on Dec 7, 2008 2:04 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Its a miracle.

by Fundamentals on Dec 7, 2008 2:06 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Underrated defense

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 2:07 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Dorsey looking good? 3.4 YPA doesn’t sound like he is exactly lighting the world on fire.

by rufio on Dec 7, 2008 2:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Just got here…..how are we only down by 1?

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:14 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Keep watching — it’ll be 8 soon.

by DisplacedBuckeye on Dec 7, 2008 2:15 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

By the way, Roger, you’re going down today. And then I’m taking down Chris.

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:20 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I’m too powerful.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 2:23 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I’m not scared.

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:24 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

You should be.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 2:25 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Fantasy intimidation always works.

by rufio on Dec 7, 2008 2:26 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

My RBs haven’t even gone yet, the Addai injury hurt you

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 3:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

How many drops does Braylon have today?

by rufio on Dec 7, 2008 2:22 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

None.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 2:24 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

This is a great example of how NOT to run a 2-minute offense.

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:25 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, this is pretty ugly.

by DisplacedBuckeye on Dec 7, 2008 2:26 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Strangely enough though, we’re picking up more first downs than Anderson had been (under two minutes).

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 2:26 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, because they’re giving us 6-yard passes. That’s not how you run a 2-minute offense.

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:27 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

It’s kinda hard when you only have one legit NFL WR who isn’t catching right now.

by rufio on Dec 7, 2008 2:27 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I disliked the routes that were called for Dorsey today. Way too many stationary routes at a fairly long distance — how is that allow him to complete the quick throw or allow a receiver to run after the catch?

When Cribbs is in the backfield, you could definitely see some tightness by the defense — that’ll likely be our best shot at scoring in the second half.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 2:29 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I know — why no quick slants? And I’d like to see Cribbs throw once in a while when they line him up at QB. If he just runs every play the defense will pick up on that.

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:33 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Dorsey on pace to average 32 pass attempts — too high for what I called for.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 2:40 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Yeah, but how many of those were in the last drive before halftime? Not sure, just asking.

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Man, it’s really been a while since we’ve had a touchdown.

by DisplacedBuckeye on Dec 7, 2008 2:41 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Oh no, not Rogers!

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:42 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

He’s walking off. That’s good to see.

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:42 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Hopefully it’s just like a little hand cramp again (he had something like that earlier this year).

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 2:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

15-yard penalty on the Titans, great shape for us. WATCH FOR THE DRAW.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 2:45 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Not going to lie — I like to see KW (pretty sure it was him) go after the line-man after that cheap shot.

by DisplacedBuckeye on Dec 7, 2008 2:46 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

And I thought I was prophetic. Nicely done sir.

by DisplacedBuckeye on Dec 7, 2008 2:46 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

How the hell do you have holding when there wasn’t even a return??

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:47 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Well, they tried a quick slant there and Kearse knocked it down.

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:51 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Something I just realized — so much for Martin Rucker’s involvement this week.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 2:51 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I guess the Browns have no interest in learning about their young players. Since, you know, the veterns are so great.

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:54 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

A theory of the PD reporters is that coaches who know they are on the hot seat would rather lose with players they know and are comfortable with than to try to help out the next coach by playing young guys. They think RAC would not like to risk someone being out of position or making an immature mistake.

by rufio on Dec 7, 2008 7:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Like the announcers said, bad job by Edwards for not sticking his arms up on that reception.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 2:54 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

It’s not his fault he didn’t make the tackle, though. He tried but never had a good chance. I think the announcers were looking to call out Edwards because of all his drops this year. He hasn’t had any today, so they had to find something else to complain about.

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 2:59 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

He gave up on that play, though. He could have been in better position for a tackle or started playing defense on the pass. Instead, he stood there. The INT isn’t his fault, but he surely didn’t help.

by Fundamentals on Dec 7, 2008 3:02 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I don’t know if he could have broke up the INT, but afterwards he grabbed the defender’s jersey (because that’s all he could get) but got spun around then pushed off of him. I don’t know what else he could have done. I think people are just piling on him now.

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 3:05 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Right, I agree that there was nothing wrong with his attempt at a tackle. Once he saw the ball over his head though, instead of even turning his head to see where a possible intercepter might be, he almost put his head down in depression.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:06 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Well, this is about the final score I projected. Unfortunately, it’s bound to get worse with all the time remaining.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 2:55 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Not a very good punting day for Zastudil.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:07 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Caught a break on the fumble there, because the Titans guy looked to have recovered that for sure.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:10 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

No worries for the Titans…

-Playaction pass when we literally can’t run the ball.
-Run play.
-Short pass for Steptoe.

All with amazing field position.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:13 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

What a joke…2nd-and-27, and you have an illegal contact penalty.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:21 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Oh come on BMac

by DisplacedBuckeye on Dec 7, 2008 3:22 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

More playaction, lol.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:23 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Is anybody else tired of seeing Jason Wright on the field?

by Fundamentals on Dec 7, 2008 3:24 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Well explained. Harrison with a rib injury.

by Fundamentals on Dec 7, 2008 3:24 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Mark your calendars, Week 14, for the first time Stallworth was used as intended this season (albeit one play).

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:31 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I liked what they did with him against Denver, came behind the line, across the formation and took a nice touch pass from Quinn after the catch.

It still has been waayyyy too little, though.

by rufio on Dec 7, 2008 7:45 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Yay, a field goal! Guess what guys? All we need is two touchdowns and we’ll win the game! (har har)

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:33 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

You mean, all that’s needed are four more field goals and we’ll be tied!

by Fundamentals on Dec 7, 2008 3:36 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Good point…gotta keep all possibilities open. :p

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:37 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

D’Qwell Jackson is having perhaps his best game of the season.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:37 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Or his career, for that matter.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:38 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

DQ looks good

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 3:43 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Argh…damn holding.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:41 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Glad Romeo is fighting for his job, punting on 4th and 1

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 3:45 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Gotta be pretty pissed if you’re our defense. They’ve again done the job where really only 14 points should be on them, and every time they give our offense the ball WITH 30 yards to go or less, the best we can do is attempt a LONG field goal.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:47 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I don’t care about out of bounds…CRIBBS FOR QB!

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:50 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

No. I’d simply rather not see him get hurt the rest of the season. Let Dorsey take those hits and let Cribbs continue to grow as a WR (hopefully taking Steptoe’s spot).

by Fundamentals on Dec 7, 2008 3:53 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Right; just excited about how cool it was.

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:57 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I watched it for four years at KSU. He was always fun to watch play, even if those teams weren’t the best.

by Fundamentals on Dec 7, 2008 3:58 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Wow, what a JOKE for not even challenging that play. Piss off Crennel…

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by ChrisPokorny on Dec 7, 2008 3:50 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Incredulous announcers

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 3:51 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Like I said. Not even fighting for his job. Kind of pisses me off, that he would fuss over an extension and then be happy taking the last 2 years of his contract and running

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 3:52 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I thought the one angle had it pretty clear that Edwards had his toes on the white and it wouldn’t have been overturned. I was more upset that they didn’t challenge the Steptoe spot on third down last drive.

by Fundamentals on Dec 7, 2008 3:52 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

I left the sportsbar before this play. Does anyone have an idea where I could find a clip or picture of this play?

by NickFantana on Dec 7, 2008 5:25 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Maybe we should be happy that Romeo is working to ensure us a higher draft pick

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 4:00 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Billick just called the NFC South the best division in football

by Roger Dorn on Dec 7, 2008 4:01 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

I actually feel bad for Ken Dorsey right now. He’s taking an absolute beating.

by Fundamentals on Dec 7, 2008 4:12 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Did the announcers say what the record is for not scoring a touchdown?

by palcal on Dec 7, 2008 4:36 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Thank you for the defeat, Titans. Every lose is another nail in the coffin of Coach Tubby’s tenure in Cleveland. Best of luck.

Bill Cowher = victory

by ouched on Dec 7, 2008 4:50 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Does Lerner have what it takes to turn the franchise around? Is Marty his answer?

by palcal on Dec 7, 2008 5:02 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

Would Marty be any worse?

Bill Cowher = victory

by ouched on Dec 7, 2008 6:09 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

All Lerner has to do is hire a guy to be the face of the franchise and cut checks. He can do that.

by rufio on Dec 7, 2008 7:47 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

What does this mean? What does Lerner need to do besides hire a coach and/or GM. I don’t understand why so many people are complaining about him. To me, the further the owner is away from football operations, the better.

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by Buckeye Brad on Dec 7, 2008 8:08 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

If Romeo is not playing the young players enough, is that reason enough to fire him now rather than waiting until the season is over?

by palcal on Dec 7, 2008 8:09 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

if it really is a done deal and he is a lame duck, I don’t see why you don’t get someone in there who has the future of the franchise in mind, even if he is some bum off the street. That’s just my preference, though.

Honestly, I don’t think Lerner will tell the public if he has in fact made a decision about Crennel. He says he will evaluate things after the season…we’ll see.

by rufio on Dec 8, 2008 3:43 AM EST up reply actions   0 recs

Why does it matter in the slightest?

by gahnki on Dec 9, 2008 3:47 PM EST up reply actions   0 recs

You all think you could take care of those Titans for us?

It would be greatly appreciated if they were forced to play against the steelers

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by Matchz Malone on Dec 9, 2008 3:16 PM EST reply actions   0 recs

lol @ me being behind as HELL... nevermind

just beat the steelers at the end of the season

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