The Browns' debut, good and bad; Mr. Tuesday vs. Mr. Sunday; why Brayan Rocchio's different
Update: 2025-09-09
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Highlights:
- Defense Shines: The Browns' defense was the standout, with strong halftime adjustments by Schwartz.
- Flacco’s Performance: Joe Flacco ran the offense effectively, showing poise despite his age.
- Rookie Impact: Harold Fannin Jr. and Dylan Sampson contributed significantly in short-passing schemes.
- Greg Newsome’s Contract Year: Newsome had a strong showing against a top-tier receiving corps.
- Carson Schwesinger’s Debut: The rookie linebacker posted 8 tackles and a 90.0 PFF grade.
- Quinshon Judkins Signed: His aggressive running style is expected to elevate the Browns’ ground game.
- Flacco’s Interceptions: Both were considered “safe” throws, not poor decisions.
- Offensive Line Concerns: Jack Conklin’s durability and performance are worries.
- Dawand Jones Struggles: Four penalties and poor grading raise questions about his readiness.
- Lack of Takeaways: The Browns again failed to force turnovers, continuing last season’s trend.
- Andre Szmyt’s Debut: Strong start but missed two key kicks in the second half.
- Historical Perspective: Terry discusses past Browns kickers and the evolution of expectations.
- Potential new kickers for the Browns
- Phil Dawson’s Legacy: Compared to current standards, Dawson’s early career stats wouldn’t cut it today.
- Kicker Turnover: Since 2020, the Browns have cycled through eight kickers; 15 since Dawson left in 2012.
- Guardians Still Fighting: Despite two major losing streaks, they remain in playoff contention.
- Brian Rocchio’s Growth: Improved batting average and elite defense at second base.
- Kyle Manzardo’s Emergence: Batting .281 with 10 HRs since the All-Star break; improving defensively.
- 2024 MLB Draft Class Check-In: Updates on Travis Bazzana and other top picks.
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