Daily Dawg Chow: Browns news (7/8/20)

Cleveland Browns:

• “Source: Browns DE Vernon restructures contract, will get $11 million guaranteed in 2020” (ESPN) - “The Cleveland Browns have restructured Olivier Vernon’s contract, ensuring the defensive end will be with the team this season.”
• “What Olivier Vernon’s new Browns deal means for Jadeveon Clowney” (WKYC) - “And while ultimately, the move could be perceived as minor, it will likely have a significant impact on the Browns’ pursuit of the NFL’s top remaining free agent, Jadeveon Clowney.”
• “Can Damion Ratley Become the Browns Third Receiver?” (BrownsDigest) - “Stefanski’s new offensive scheme will lean primarily on running the ball but developing a strong third wide receiver will be important to the Cleveland Browns overall success on offense.”
• “​​​​​​​Browns C, NFLPA president JC Tretter warns season at risk” (92.3 The Fan) - “Tretter issued a warning Tuesday on the NFLPA website after the NFLPA board of player representatives voted unanimously against playing any preseason games this year.”

NFL:

• “NFL, NFLPA Still Haven’t Resolved All Protocol For Camps” (AP) - “The NFL and the NFLPA haven’t come to an agreement on all protocols for training camp and the preseason as the report date for teams draws closer.”
• “The problems with the Patrick Mahomes contract” (PFT) - “He potentially could become the best player in league history, at any position. His skills and abilities deserve if not command a contract that reflects his unique talents and blindingly bright future.”
• “Dak Prescott contract talks: How Patrick Mahomes’ historic payday impacts Cowboys negotiations” (CBS) - “Patrick Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs just did Dak Prescott a favor, sort of.”
• “Broncos adding Mike Shanahan to Ring of Fame” (NFL.com) - “The team announced the two-time Super Bowl-winning coach will be the 34th member of the Ring of Fame. Due to potential COVID-19 disruptions, the ceremony is slated to take place in 2021.”