I'm a lifelong Bengals fan but I do watch the Browns and have enjoyed their rebuild over the years, however even as an outsider it can be painful to see the ridiculousness that can consistently happen to you guys.
Anyway, I've watched both Browns games from start to finish this year and here's my thoughts from an "outsider looking in":
- Tyrod is subpar to say the least. Even his late touchdown to Callaway wasn't this perfectly thrown ball, it was Callaway showing another level of burst to catch it last second. Even if we want to label it a 'great throw,' he was non impressive for virtually the rest of the game. Mayfield time should come soon ESPECIALLY if the Browns lose again this week.
- Hyde is very unimpressive. Seems to have lost a lot of his burst and agility. If you guys are going to draft Chubb that early in the draft, why aren't you giving him more chances? He has talent. I'm all for giving young, hungry guys chances especially after a few losses in a row.
- Myles Garrett is unreal good. No, he wasn't AS dominant in Week 2, but give credit to New Orleans for game planning to double team him a lot. The dude is a freak talent and I legitimately believe has NFL Defensive Player of the Year potential in his future.
- I like Ward, he's doing well. Yeh, he'll have some growing pains. But the kid is playing his ass off and seems like he wants to be great. He's a very good piece going forward.
- I don't blame you all for cutting Josh Gordon. I will still root for Josh Gordon and hope he figures it out. However, you guys have given him an abundance of opportunities and potentially even saved his life --- it's time for him to act like an adult. A change of scenery may be best for him and the Browns also lose a constant distraction.