Daily Dawg Chow: Browns news (8/2/19)

Cleveland Browns:

• “NFL’s second-oldest player decides to retire after 20 seasons, ranks 11th on the all-time scoring list” (CBS) - “After playing for three teams over a career that spanned 20 seasons, former NFL kicker Phil Dawson has decided to retire.”
• “Todd Monken says WR Antonio Callaway showed up for training camp out of shape” (C-T) - “Receiver Antonio Callaway said in minicamp in June he was finally taking the offseason “serious.” Apparently, he spoke too soon.”
• “Cleveland Browns offensive line: The battle at right guard has no end in sight” (cleveland.com) - “You can see the look the players get on their faces. The body language changes, the atmosphere lifts, and the entire offense is raised.”
• “Steve Wilks impressed with performances of top defensive rookies” (Browns.com) - “Wilks wanted to test Williams’ ability against the Browns’ top receivers to see how he may fare in a starting role. So far, the former LSU cornerback has passed with ease.”

NFL:

• “Pro Bowl center Ryan Kalil unretires to join Jets” (ESPN) - “The New York Jets addressed a perceived weakness on their offensive line, agreeing to terms with former Carolina Panthers center Ryan Kalil, the team announced Thursday.”
• “Ben Roethlisberger enjoying camp a little more this year” (PFT) - “Roethlisberger told reporters on Thursday that he’s been enjoying the first weeks of camp when asked if he’s been having a fun summer.”
• “Falcons GM wants to make Julio highest-paid receiver” (NFL.com) - “Michael Thomas became the highest-paid receiver in the league on Wednesday, but how long will the New Orleans Saints receiver hold the mantle?”
• “Pass Interference Was Challenged, and the World Kept Turning” (MMQB) - “It felt important enough that the broadcast cut away from a nostalgic interview with Ed Reed about his sterling career to go to the field for an official explanation.”