2011 CLEVELAND BROWNS PREVIEW
While they may have finished a disappointing 5-11 in 2010, the Cleveland Browns showed flashes of potential that have many optimistic for their success this season. With a powerful running game and a talented quarterback in Colt McCoy who knows how to win, the Browns may make some waves in the AFC North in 2011.
McCoy knew nothing but winning as quarterback of Texas, and although his rookie season in Cleveland was full of ups and downs, he demonstrated he could be the future leader of the team. He was certainly aided by running back Peyton Hillis, who powered his way to more than 1,100 rushing yards last year. McCoy will also have the help of wide receiver Joshua Cribbs, who has emerged as a deep threat as well as a return specialist.
The defense, which struggled at times in 2010, added a new coordinator this offseason–former Buffalo Bills head coach Dick Jauron. Though he will have his hands full, he has several talented players who will be able to lead the way. Linebacker Scott Fujita has been an elite player in the NFL for several years, and the secondary recently bolstered its veteran leadership as well thanks to the acquisition of former Eagle Sheldon Brown.
CLEVELAND BROWNS INFORMATION:
Founded: 1996
Location: Cleveland, Ohio
Stadium: Cleveland Browns Stadium
Conference: AFC North
Rivals: Cincinnati Benglas, Detroit Lions
Owners: Randy Lerner
Mascot: CB, Chomp, TD & Trapper
Notable Players: Jim Brown, Otto Graham & Lou Groza
See Also: Cleveland Browns Playoff tickets
The Cleveland Browns play football in the North Division of the American Football Conference (AFC) of the National Football League (NFL). The Browns franchise was founded in 1946 as part of the All-America Football Conference. The team joined the NFL when that league went under in 1950. The Browns would win 4 NFL Championships before the league merger. After 1970, the team struggled but did have some bright spots like the play of Bernie Kosar, Webster Slaughter, and Ozzie Newsome. They helped lead the Browns to multiple playoff appearances, but never made it very far. In 1996, the Browns team would move to Baltimore and become the Ravens, but the name, logos, history, etc, would remain in Cleveland. The new Cleveland Browns were formed in 1999 and look to make this next season their breakout year.
The Cleveland Browns play their home games at Browns Stadium in Cleveland, Ohio. The stadium holds over 73,000 fans and sits on the shore of Lake Eerie. A Browns game is an experience any football fan can appreciate. Witnessing the Dawg Pound in person as they terrorize the visiting team and loudly cheer on the Browns is an impressive thing to see. Buy Cleveland Browns tickets today and watch these underdogs make a big impact next season!
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