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Ernesto Cova
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Former Player Reveals Why Shedeur Sanders Isn't QB2

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 16: Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns warms up before the NFL Preseason 2025 game between Cleveland Browns and Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on August 16, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Grant Delpit Sends Message To International Fans About Browns

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 22: Grant Delpit #9 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates after recovering a fumble on the opening kickoff against the New York Giants at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Quinshon Judkins Says Dillon Gabriel Has 3 Key Traits

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 16: Dillon Gabriel #5 of the Cleveland Browns reacts after a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles in the first half of the NFL Preseason 2025 game at Lincoln Financial Field on August 16, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Ian Rapoport Reveals What He's Hearing About Shedeur Sanders

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 07: Ian Rapoport speaks on SiriusXM at Super Bowl LVIII on February 07, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Cam Robinson Has Decided On His Jersey Number With Browns

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - JANUARY 13: Cam Robinson #74 of the Minnesota Vikings sits on the bench during the NFL playoff game at State Farm Stadium on January 13, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona. The Rams defeated the Vikings 27-9 Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Dan Orlovsky Blasts Shedeur Sanders For Recent Behavior

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 22: ESPN Broadcaster Dan Orlovsky speaks before the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Detroit Lions at M&T Bank Stadium on September 22, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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J.J. Watt Sends Message To Browns Fans About Their Future

LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 11: Former NFL player and TV analyst JJ Watt looks on before Super Bowl LVIII between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Stephen A. Smith Predicts When Shedeur Sanders Will Play

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 22: ESPN Broadcaster Stephen A. Smith reacts before the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Detroit Lions at M&T Bank Stadium on September 22, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Jim Rome Has Honest Admission About Browns' QB Decision

Jim Rome hosting his radio show from Radio Row in Super Bowl XLIV Media's center at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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One Stat Proves Browns’ Defense Is Elite

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Grant Delpit #9 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates with teammates after an interception against the Green Bay Packers during the fourth quarter at Huntington Bank Field on September 21, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Insider Predicts 'Significant Changes' To Key Browns Unit

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 28: Quinshon Judkins #10 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates a touchdown with teammates during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Dillon Gabriel Will Make NFL History With First Start

CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 23: Quarterback Dillon Gabriel #5 of the Cleveland Browns warms up before an NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Los Angeles Rams at Huntington Bank Field on August 23, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Browns Urged To Sign Recently Waived Defender

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Guitarist Billy Morris performs during halftime of the game between the Green Bay Packers and the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field on September 21, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Denzel Ward Sends Clear Message About Browns' QB Change

BEREA, OHIO - JUNE 04: Denzel Ward #21 of the Cleveland Browns looks on during Cleveland Browns OTA offseason workouts at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on June 04, 2025 in Berea, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Browns Rookie Drawing Praise For Week 4 Performance

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 28: Joe Flacco #15 of the Cleveland Browns throws a pass against the Detroit Lions during the first quarter at Ford Field on September 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Robert Griffin III Calls Out Browns For Backup QB Decision

GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 31: Robert Griffin III is seen prior to the game between the Michigan Wolverines and the TCU Horned Frogs in the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium on December 31, 2022 in Glendale, Arizona. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Louis Riddick Urges Browns Rookie To Seize Big Opportunity

GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 14: ESPN analyst Louis Riddick looks on before the game between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field on October 14, 2019 in Green Bay, Wisconsin. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Dillon Gabriel Sends Strong Message After Being Named Starter

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 16: Dillon Gabriel #5 of the Cleveland Browns walks on the field before the NFL Preseason 2025 game between Cleveland Browns and Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on August 16, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Browns Have Decided On Shedeur Sanders' Role

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 14: Quarterback Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns looks on during the Browns and Baltimore Ravens game at M&T Bank Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Browns Bolster Offensive Line Depth With New Signing

CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 21: The Cleveland Browns take the field prior to the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Huntington Bank Field on November 21, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Analyst Delivers Tough Message For Kevin Stefanski

BEREA, OHIO - JULY 25: Head coach Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns talks to reporters during training camp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on July 25, 2025 in Berea, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Browns Announce New Starting QB

cleveland browns helmet Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Analyst Notes Troubling Trend With Andrew Berry's Draft History

Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Key Stats Tell An Ugly Story For Browns

CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: The Cleveland Browns take the field before the game against the Green Bay Packers at Huntington Bank Field on September 21, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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A Bright Spot Is Emerging Amid Browns' Early Struggles

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 28: Quinshon Judkins #10 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates a touchdown with teammates during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Browns' New Depth Chart May Hint At QB Plans

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 14: Joe Flacco #15 of the Cleveland Browns warms up prior to a game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Insider Says Browns Will Likely Make Big QB Change

CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 23: Dillon Gabriel #5 and Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns look on prior to an NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Los Angeles Rams at Huntington Bank Field on August 23, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Browns Called Out For Mismanaging Their Playmaker

CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 22: Cleveland Browns fans cheer on the defense during the first quarter of the the National Football League game between the Los Angeles Rams and Cleveland Browns on September 22, 2019, at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland, OH. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Browns Veteran Named Among 'Biggest Winners' Of Week 4

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 28: Denzel Ward #21 of the Cleveland Browns runs the ball during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Kevin Stefanski Raves About Browns Rookie

DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 28: Head coach Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns reacts during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan. Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 16: Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns warms up before the NFL Preseason 2025 game between Cleveland Browns and Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on August 16, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Former Player Reveals Why Shedeur Sanders Isn't QB2

  The Cleveland Browns are rolling with a new quarterback. Dillon Gabriel will make h... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 22: Grant Delpit #9 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates after recovering a fumble on the opening kickoff against the New York Giants at Cleveland Browns Stadium on September 22, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Grant Delpit Sends Message To International Fans About Browns

  The Cleveland Browns will hit the road to play the ultimate away game. They will fa... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 16: Dillon Gabriel #5 of the Cleveland Browns reacts after a touchdown against the Philadelphia Eagles in the first half of the NFL Preseason 2025 game at Lincoln Financial Field on August 16, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Quinshon Judkins Says Dillon Gabriel Has 3 Key Traits

  It's officially the dawn of a new era in Cleveland Browns football. Dillon Gabriel... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 07: Ian Rapoport speaks on SiriusXM at Super Bowl LVIII on February 07, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Ian Rapoport Reveals What He's Hearing About Shedeur Sanders

  The Cleveland Browns' decision to start Dillon Gabriel in Week 5 hasn't changed the wa... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
GLENDALE, ARIZONA - JANUARY 13: Cam Robinson #74 of the Minnesota Vikings sits on the bench during the NFL playoff game at State Farm Stadium on January 13, 2025 in Glendale, Arizona. The Rams defeated the Vikings 27-9
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Cam Robinson Has Decided On His Jersey Number With Browns

  The Cleveland Browns have found a stopgap at left tackle. Cam Robinson will take th... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 22: ESPN Broadcaster Dan Orlovsky speaks before the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Detroit Lions at M&T Bank Stadium on September 22, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Dan Orlovsky Blasts Shedeur Sanders For Recent Behavior

  The Cleveland Browns are moving on with Dillon Gabriel. Their third-round selection... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA - FEBRUARY 11: Former NFL player and TV analyst JJ Watt looks on before Super Bowl LVIII between the Kansas City Chiefs and the San Francisco 49ers at Allegiant Stadium on February 11, 2024 in Las Vegas, Nevada.
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J.J. Watt Sends Message To Browns Fans About Their Future

  The Cleveland Browns are ready to kick off a new era. Dillon Gabriel is about to be... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 22: ESPN Broadcaster Stephen A. Smith reacts before the game between the Baltimore Ravens and the Detroit Lions at M&T Bank Stadium on September 22, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Stephen A. Smith Predicts When Shedeur Sanders Will Play

  The Cleveland Browns have finally pulled the plug on Joe Flacco. Week 4 made it pai... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
Jim Rome hosting his radio show from Radio Row in Super Bowl XLIV Media's center at the Greater Fort Lauderdale/Broward Convention Center in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
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Jim Rome Has Honest Admission About Browns' QB Decision

  The Cleveland Browns' decision to start Dillon Gabriel in Week 5 is a risky one. Then a... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Grant Delpit #9 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates with teammates after an interception against the Green Bay Packers during the fourth quarter at Huntington Bank Field on September 21, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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One Stat Proves Browns’ Defense Is Elite

  Ever since Jim Schwartz arrived, the Cleveland Browns have had one of the best defense... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 28: Quinshon Judkins #10 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates a touchdown with teammates during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
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Insider Predicts 'Significant Changes' To Key Browns Unit

  The Cleveland Browns brought Mike Bloomgren onto their staff to fix their offensive li... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 23: Quarterback Dillon Gabriel #5 of the Cleveland Browns warms up before an NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Los Angeles Rams at Huntington Bank Field on August 23, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Dillon Gabriel Will Make NFL History With First Start

  The Cleveland Browns likely wanted to wait a little longer before making Dillon Gabrie... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: Guitarist Billy Morris performs during halftime of the game between the Green Bay Packers and the Cleveland Browns at Huntington Bank Field on September 21, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Browns Urged To Sign Recently Waived Defender

  The Cleveland Browns could make the most of another team's castoff. The Miami Dolph... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
BEREA, OHIO - JUNE 04: Denzel Ward #21 of the Cleveland Browns looks on during Cleveland Browns OTA offseason workouts at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on June 04, 2025 in Berea, Ohio.
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Denzel Ward Sends Clear Message About Browns' QB Change

  The Cleveland Browns are finally moving on from Joe Flacco. The veteran quarterback... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 28: Joe Flacco #15 of the Cleveland Browns throws a pass against the Detroit Lions during the first quarter at Ford Field on September 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
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Browns Rookie Drawing Praise For Week 4 Performance

  The Cleveland Browns' veteran wide receivers have struggled this season. But rookie... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
GLENDALE, ARIZONA - DECEMBER 31: Robert Griffin III is seen prior to the game between the Michigan Wolverines and the TCU Horned Frogs in the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl at State Farm Stadium on December 31, 2022 in Glendale, Arizona.
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Robert Griffin III Calls Out Browns For Backup QB Decision

  The Cleveland Browns have moved on from Joe Flacco as their starting quarterback, but... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN - OCTOBER 14: ESPN analyst Louis Riddick looks on before the game between the Green Bay Packers and the Detroit Lions at Lambeau Field on October 14, 2019 in Green Bay, Wisconsin.
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Louis Riddick Urges Browns Rookie To Seize Big Opportunity

  The Cleveland Browns have a new starting quarterback. Dillon Gabriel will get the n... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA - AUGUST 16: Dillon Gabriel #5 of the Cleveland Browns walks on the field before the NFL Preseason 2025 game between Cleveland Browns and Philadelphia Eagles at Lincoln Financial Field on August 16, 2025 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
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Dillon Gabriel Sends Strong Message After Being Named Starter

  The Cleveland Browns needed to make a change at quarterback. Joe Flacco was suppose... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 14: Quarterback Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns looks on during the Browns and Baltimore Ravens game at M&T Bank Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Browns Have Decided On Shedeur Sanders' Role

  The Cleveland Browns have finally decided to change their depth chart at quarterback.... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - NOVEMBER 21: The Cleveland Browns take the field prior to the game against the Pittsburgh Steelers at Huntington Bank Field on November 21, 2024 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Browns Bolster Offensive Line Depth With New Signing

  For the second time in as many years, the Cleveland Browns' offensive line is a subjec... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
BEREA, OHIO - JULY 25: Head coach Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns talks to reporters during training camp at CrossCountry Mortgage Campus on July 25, 2025 in Berea, Ohio.
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Analyst Delivers Tough Message For Kevin Stefanski

  The Cleveland Browns haven't found much momentum on offense this season, to say the le... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
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Browns Announce New Starting QB

  Finally, it's the dawn of a new era in Cleveland Browns football. It happened earli... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
Cleveland Browns general manager Andrew Berry
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Analyst Notes Troubling Trend With Andrew Berry's Draft History

  The Cleveland Browns may have struck gold with this year’s rookie class, but that su... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - SEPTEMBER 21: The Cleveland Browns take the field before the game against the Green Bay Packers at Huntington Bank Field on September 21, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Key Stats Tell An Ugly Story For Browns

  The Cleveland Browns have a special defense that might be the best in the NFL. On t... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 28: Quinshon Judkins #10 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates a touchdown with teammates during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
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A Bright Spot Is Emerging Amid Browns' Early Struggles

  The Cleveland Browns are off to a disappointing start this season. However, as bad... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
BALTIMORE, MARYLAND - SEPTEMBER 14: Joe Flacco #15 of the Cleveland Browns warms up prior to a game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium on September 14, 2025 in Baltimore, Maryland.
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Browns' New Depth Chart May Hint At QB Plans

  The Cleveland Browns could be preparing to make a major change. Quarterback Joe Fla... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
CLEVELAND, OHIO - AUGUST 23: Dillon Gabriel #5 and Shedeur Sanders #12 of the Cleveland Browns look on prior to an NFL Preseason 2025 game against the Los Angeles Rams at Huntington Bank Field on August 23, 2025 in Cleveland, Ohio.
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Insider Says Browns Will Likely Make Big QB Change

  The Cleveland Browns have to make a decision. Joe Flacco hasn't looked good in the... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
CLEVELAND, OH - SEPTEMBER 22: Cleveland Browns fans cheer on the defense during the first quarter of the the National Football League game between the Los Angeles Rams and Cleveland Browns on September 22, 2019, at FirstEnergy Stadium in Cleveland, OH.
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Browns Called Out For Mismanaging Their Playmaker

  Two years ago, Cleveland Browns fans enjoyed the connection between Joe Flacco and Dav... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 28: Denzel Ward #21 of the Cleveland Browns runs the ball during the third quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
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Browns Veteran Named Among 'Biggest Winners' Of Week 4

  The Cleveland Browns have an elite defense that is arguably the best in the NFL. Ho... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago
DETROIT, MICHIGAN - SEPTEMBER 28: Head coach Kevin Stefanski of the Cleveland Browns reacts during the first quarter against the Detroit Lions at Ford Field on September 28, 2025 in Detroit, Michigan.
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Kevin Stefanski Raves About Browns Rookie

  To say that the Cleveland Browns' offense was disappointing again would be a massive u... Ernesto Cova • 2 months ago


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