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Over 25 years of experience in sports including coach, athletic director, game day operations, media relations, football operations, and scout. Ben currently writes for Browns Nation as well as profootballhistory.com. His first book, The Rise of Washington State University Football: The Erickson and Price Years is available through Arcadia Publishing. To read more of Ben’s work, head to donahuesports on Twitter.
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Mike Vrabel's Consulting Agreement With The Browns Has Expired

BEREA, OHIO - AUGUST 14: Coaching and personnel consultant Mike Vrabel of the Cleveland Browns instructs Jamari Thrash #80 during a joint training camp practice with the Minnesota Vikings at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on August 14, 2024 in Berea, Ohio. Ben Donahue • 3 weeks ago
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Video Shows How Browns Lineman Dominated The Steelers On Thursday

CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 21: Chris Boswell #9 of the Pittsburgh Steelers kicks a 28 yard field goal against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter in the game at Huntington Bank Field on November 21, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Steelers Fan's Rant About Myles Garrett Is Going Viral

CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 21: Myles Garrett #95 of the Cleveland Browns walks off the field after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers in the game at Huntington Bank Field on November 21, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Analyst Urges Browns To Stop A Historic Trend

Cleveland Browns helmet Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Browns Will Have Plenty Of Free Agent QB Options In 2025

Cleveland Browns helmet Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Browns Have Encouraging Stat In Thursday Night Football Games

5 Dec 1999: A view of the Cleveland Browns helmets during a game against the San Diego Chargers at the Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. The Chargers defeated the Browns 23-10. Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Stats Show Encouraging Sign For Jameis Winston

NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 17: Jameis Winston #5 of the Cleveland Browns warms up prior to a game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome on November 17, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Rough Weather Is Expected For Browns, Steelers Game On Thursday

Cleveland Browns stadium Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Insider Names 3 Veteran QBs The Browns Could Pursue

A Dawg Pound banner on display in game action during a NFL game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Cleveland Browns on October11, 2020 at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland, OH. Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Browns Named Among Teams With The Best Odds Of Getting No.1 Draft Pick

Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Browns Named Potential Fit For College Defender

EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 10: Derrick Harmon #41 of the Michigan State Spartans reacts against the Akron Zips during the third quarter at Spartan Stadium on September 10, 2022 in East Lansing, Michigan. Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Analyst Names Top QB Option For Browns In 2025 Draft

cleveland browns draft Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Analyst Notes Interesting Storylines When Browns Last Played in New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS, LA - SEPTEMBER 16: Nick Chubb #24 of the Cleveland Browns runs the ball as Kurt Coleman #29 of the New Orleans Saints defends during the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on September 16, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Analyst Believes Browns Would Be 'Unstoppable' With 3 NFL Coaches

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 27: Cedric Tillman #19 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates after receiving touchdown in the third quarter of a game against the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field on October 27, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Jordan Hicks Gets Honest About Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah's Injury

CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 27: Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah #6 of the Cleveland Browns is carted off the field after sustaining an injury in the second half of a game against the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field on October 27, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Jordan Hicks Reveals Recent Struggles He's Dealt With

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - SEPTEMBER 29: Jordan Hicks #58 of the Cleveland Browns walks off the field after being injured in the second quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on September 29, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Denzel Ward Reveals His Thoughts About Facing Derek Carr

Denzel Ward #21 of the Cleveland Browns reacts after a defensive play during the first quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Cleveland Browns Stadium on October 15, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Analyst Reveals What Kevin Stefanski Needs To Change Moving Forward

Head coach Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns looks on during the first half in the game against the Tennessee Titans at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 24, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Jim Schwartz Reveals What Is Bothering Him About Browns' Defense

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 13: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles secures a first down against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field on October 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ben Donahue • 3 months ago
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Joel Bitonio Reveals His Thoughts On Nick Chubb's Return

Offensive guard Joel Bitonio #75 of the Cleveland Browns on the bench during the second half of the NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on December 15, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. The Cardinals defeated the Browns 38-24. Ben Donahue • 3 months ago
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Browns Get Key Player Back At Practice Thursday

browns helmet Ben Donahue • 3 months ago
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Jim Schwartz Gets Honest About Poor Performance Against Commanders

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 06: Austin Ekeler #30 of the Washington Commanders runs the ball against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter at Northwest Stadium on October 06, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. Ben Donahue • 3 months ago
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Joel Bitonio Doesn't Believe It's Time To Panic About Browns

Joel Bitonio #75 of the Cleveland Browns warms up before the start of the Browns and Baltimore Ravens game at M&T Bank Stadium on September 29, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland. Ben Donahue • 3 months ago
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Ken Dorsey Gets Honest About Deshaun Watson's Struggles

LANDOVER, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 06: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns avoids a tackle by Dorance Armstrong #92 of the Washington Commanders during the first quarter at Northwest Stadium on October 06, 2024 in Landover, Maryland. Ben Donahue • 3 months ago
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PFF Links Browns To Offensive Lineman In 2025 Draft

The Cleveland Browns logo on the video board during the first round at the 2018 NFL Draft at AT&T Stadium on April 26, 2018 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington Texas. Ben Donahue • 4 months ago
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Commanders Player Sends A Warning To Myles Garrett

SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - OCTOBER 29: Myles Garrett #95 of the Cleveland Browns looks on during the second quarter Seahawks at Lumen Field on October 29, 2023 in Seattle, Washington. Ben Donahue • 4 months ago
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Kevin Stefanski Sends Clear Message Ahead Of Jaguars Game

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson and head coach Kevin Stefanski Ben Donahue • 4 months ago
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Kevin Stefanski Reveals Plans At Left Tackle For Jaguars Game

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski Ben Donahue • 4 months ago
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Myles Garrett Has Honest Admission About Effort In Cowboys Loss

Myles Garrett #95 of the Cleveland Browns reacts during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Cleveland Browns Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ben Donahue • 4 months ago
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Analyst Says It's 'Foolish' To Blame 1 Person For Browns Loss

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 08: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns fumbles the ball as he is hit by DeMarcus Lawrence #90 of the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth quarter of the game at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 08, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ben Donahue • 4 months ago
BEREA, OHIO - AUGUST 14: Coaching and personnel consultant Mike Vrabel of the Cleveland Browns instructs Jamari Thrash #80 during a joint training camp practice with the Minnesota Vikings at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on August 14, 2024 in Berea, Ohio.
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Mike Vrabel's Consulting Agreement With The Browns Has Expired

  Shortly after the 2023 NFL season ended, Mike Vrabel was fired by the Tennessee Titans... Ben Donahue • 3 weeks ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 21: Chris Boswell #9 of the Pittsburgh Steelers kicks a 28 yard field goal against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter in the game at Huntington Bank Field on November 21, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Video Shows How Browns Lineman Dominated The Steelers On Thursday

  Few media members gave the Cleveland Browns a chance to win before Thursday night's ga... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 21: Myles Garrett #95 of the Cleveland Browns walks off the field after defeating the Pittsburgh Steelers in the game at Huntington Bank Field on November 21, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Steelers Fan's Rant About Myles Garrett Is Going Viral

  After a two-game losing streak put the Cleveland Browns in the basement of the AFC Nor... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Analyst Urges Browns To Stop A Historic Trend

  The Cleveland Browns victory over Pittsburgh on Thursday night was a massive relief fo... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
Cleveland Browns helmet
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Browns Will Have Plenty Of Free Agent QB Options In 2025

  Although the Cleveland Browns still have six more games this season, the national medi... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
5 Dec 1999: A view of the Cleveland Browns helmets during a game against the San Diego Chargers at the Qualcomm Stadium in San Diego, California. The Chargers defeated the Browns 23-10.
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Browns Have Encouraging Stat In Thursday Night Football Games

    The Cleveland Browns are currently in the midst of a brutal 2024. A seaso... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA - NOVEMBER 17: Jameis Winston #5 of the Cleveland Browns warms up prior to a game against the New Orleans Saints at Caesars Superdome on November 17, 2024 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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Stats Show Encouraging Sign For Jameis Winston

  Cleveland Browns fans have experienced one of the worst seasons in recent memory this... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Rough Weather Is Expected For Browns, Steelers Game On Thursday

  AFC North rival Pittsburgh is in town to face the Cleveland Browns tonight on Thursday... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
A Dawg Pound banner on display in game action during a NFL game between the Indianapolis Colts and the Cleveland Browns on October11, 2020 at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland, OH.
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Insider Names 3 Veteran QBs The Browns Could Pursue

  For all intents and purposes, the Cleveland Browns season is over and the team will li... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Browns Named Among Teams With The Best Odds Of Getting No.1 Draft Pick

  The Cleveland Browns are having a difficult 2024 after a season in 2023 where they wen... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
EAST LANSING, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 10: Derrick Harmon #41 of the Michigan State Spartans reacts against the Akron Zips during the third quarter at Spartan Stadium on September 10, 2022 in East Lansing, Michigan.
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Browns Named Potential Fit For College Defender

  With the Cleveland Browns in the AFC North basement at 2-7, media outlets across the n... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
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Analyst Names Top QB Option For Browns In 2025 Draft

  When Desahun Watson arrived in Cleveland in 2022, team ownership strongly believed the... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
NEW ORLEANS, LA - SEPTEMBER 16: Nick Chubb #24 of the Cleveland Browns runs the ball as Kurt Coleman #29 of the New Orleans Saints defends during the fourth quarter at Mercedes-Benz Superdome on September 16, 2018 in New Orleans, Louisiana.
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Analyst Notes Interesting Storylines When Browns Last Played in New Orleans

  This Sunday, the Cleveland Browns travel to New Orleans to face the 3-7 Saints. Cle... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 27: Cedric Tillman #19 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates after receiving touchdown in the third quarter of a game against the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field on October 27, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Analyst Believes Browns Would Be 'Unstoppable' With 3 NFL Coaches

  One year after the Cleveland Browns overcame all odds to reach the postseason, the fra... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - OCTOBER 27: Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah #6 of the Cleveland Browns is carted off the field after sustaining an injury in the second half of a game against the Baltimore Ravens at Huntington Bank Field on October 27, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Jordan Hicks Gets Honest About Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah's Injury

  The Cleveland Browns' bleak season got a little bleaker during their Week 8 contest ag... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - SEPTEMBER 29: Jordan Hicks #58 of the Cleveland Browns walks off the field after being injured in the second quarter against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium on September 29, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Jordan Hicks Reveals Recent Struggles He's Dealt With

  When you play in the NFL for a decade, you're bound to get some knicks, cuts and bruis... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
Denzel Ward #21 of the Cleveland Browns reacts after a defensive play during the first quarter against the San Francisco 49ers at Cleveland Browns Stadium on October 15, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Denzel Ward Reveals His Thoughts About Facing Derek Carr

  The Cleveland Browns travel to Louisiana this week to face the 3-7 New Orleans Saints.... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
Head coach Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns looks on during the first half in the game against the Tennessee Titans at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 24, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Analyst Reveals What Kevin Stefanski Needs To Change Moving Forward

  After the first nine weeks of the NFL season, the Cleveland Browns are 2-7 and sinking... Ben Donahue • 2 months ago
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - OCTOBER 13: Jalen Hurts #1 of the Philadelphia Eagles secures a first down against the Cleveland Browns during the second quarter at Lincoln Financial Field on October 13, 2024 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Jim Schwartz Reveals What Is Bothering Him About Browns' Defense

  In 2023, the Cleveland Browns went 11-6 and made the postseason for the first time sin... Ben Donahue • 3 months ago
Offensive guard Joel Bitonio #75 of the Cleveland Browns on the bench during the second half of the NFL game against the Arizona Cardinals at State Farm Stadium on December 15, 2019 in Glendale, Arizona. The Cardinals defeated the Browns 38-24.
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Joel Bitonio Reveals His Thoughts On Nick Chubb's Return

  As the Cleveland Browns Week 7 contest against in-state and division rival Cincinnati... Ben Donahue • 3 months ago
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Browns Get Key Player Back At Practice Thursday

  The Cleveland Browns 2024 season has not started well and the disappointment among the... Ben Donahue • 3 months ago
LANDOVER, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 06: Austin Ekeler #30 of the Washington Commanders runs the ball against the Cleveland Browns during the third quarter at Northwest Stadium on October 06, 2024 in Landover, Maryland.
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Jim Schwartz Gets Honest About Poor Performance Against Commanders

  This past Sunday, the Cleveland Browns traveled east hoping to right the ship and defe... Ben Donahue • 3 months ago
Joel Bitonio #75 of the Cleveland Browns warms up before the start of the Browns and Baltimore Ravens game at M&T Bank Stadium on September 29, 2019 in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Joel Bitonio Doesn't Believe It's Time To Panic About Browns

  The Cleveland Browns had a healthy sense of optimism before the 2024 season began.... Ben Donahue • 3 months ago
LANDOVER, MARYLAND - OCTOBER 06: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns avoids a tackle by Dorance Armstrong #92 of the Washington Commanders during the first quarter at Northwest Stadium on October 06, 2024 in Landover, Maryland.
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Ken Dorsey Gets Honest About Deshaun Watson's Struggles

  In 2023, the Cleveland Browns were one of the feel-good stories of the year. The te... Ben Donahue • 3 months ago
The Cleveland Browns logo on the video board during the first round at the 2018 NFL Draft at AT&T Stadium on April 26, 2018 at AT&T Stadium in Arlington Texas.
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PFF Links Browns To Offensive Lineman In 2025 Draft

  After an offseason where several media members picked the Cleveland Browns to win the... Ben Donahue • 4 months ago
SEATTLE, WASHINGTON - OCTOBER 29: Myles Garrett #95 of the Cleveland Browns looks on during the second quarter Seahawks at Lumen Field on October 29, 2023 in Seattle, Washington.
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Commanders Player Sends A Warning To Myles Garrett

  The Washington Commanders have surprised most NFL fans by beginning the 2024 season wi... Ben Donahue • 4 months ago
Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson and head coach Kevin Stefanski
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Kevin Stefanski Sends Clear Message Ahead Of Jaguars Game

  On the heels of the Cleveland Browns' 33-17 loss to Dallas in Week 1, the organization... Ben Donahue • 4 months ago
Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski
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Kevin Stefanski Reveals Plans At Left Tackle For Jaguars Game

  In 2023, the Cleveland Browns overcame season-ending injuries to several starters and... Ben Donahue • 4 months ago
Myles Garrett #95 of the Cleveland Browns reacts during the first quarter against the Arizona Cardinals at Cleveland Browns Stadium on November 05, 2023 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Myles Garrett Has Honest Admission About Effort In Cowboys Loss

  Undoubtedly, the Cleveland Browns did not play anywhere close to expectations in the t... Ben Donahue • 4 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 08: Deshaun Watson #4 of the Cleveland Browns fumbles the ball as he is hit by DeMarcus Lawrence #90 of the Dallas Cowboys in the fourth quarter of the game at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 08, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Analyst Says It's 'Foolish' To Blame 1 Person For Browns Loss

  Week 1 of the Cleveland Browns season began with a lot of hype. Quarterback Deshaun... Ben Donahue • 4 months ago


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