2013 NFL Free Agency: Browns

[Damien O'Connel]

Something to note: The Browns have just 2 players on the roster over 30, Jason Campbell and the new kicker. We could definitely stand to take on some vets.

 

[MikeOC33]

That's really not how it works though.

It's a nice thought, but if they're going to spend millions on a guy he isn't coming in to push younger guys.

It's more than a nice thought... most of the NFL contract are non-guaranteed. If the guy you signed for millions gets pushed out by a younger guy (no matter what his salary)... the guy you signed for millions get released and the team takes some sort of cap hit.

The Mark Sanchez situation is a good example. Sounds like he might be released, he only gets/got what is guaranteed (not sure what his exact contract is), he loses the rest of the contract promised money, and the team takes a salary cap hit. You know this.

 

[AZ_]

It's more than a nice thought... most of the NFL contract are non-guaranteed. If the guy you signed for millions gets pushed out by a younger guy (no matter what his salary)... the guy you signed for millions get released and the team takes some sort of cap hit.

The Mark Sanchez situation is a good example. Sounds like he might be released, he only gets/got what is guaranteed (not sure what his exact contract is), he loses the rest of the contract promised money, and the team takes a salary cap hit. You know this.

I do, but also realize that veteran free agents like Kerry Rhodes are going to come with a certain amount of guaranteed money attached.

 

[Triplethreat]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Former Colts and Eagles OT Winston Justice is visiting the Steelers today and is scheduled to go to Cleveland on Wednesday.</p>&mdash; Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) <a href="https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/328925568328404993">April 29, 2013</a></blockquote>
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[MikeOC33]

I do, but also realize that veteran free agents like Kerry Rhodes are going to come with a certain amount of guaranteed money attached.

Ok.... so? Guaranteed money doesn't really mean that much IMO. If they give him 2 years guaranteed, and yet he gets beaten out by a draft pick.... then what? You think the Browns would keep starting him just because he has guaranteed money? Come on.... Guaranteed money doesn't even mean he'll stay on the roster!

(By the way, I am not debating whether or not the Browns should rent a vet for a year or two vs giving a youngster more playing time, only arguing the non-value of guaranteed money as it relates to a player starting/playing or not in today's NFL.)

 

[col63onel]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Former Colts and Eagles OT Winston Justice is visiting the Steelers today and is scheduled to go to Cleveland on Wednesday.</p>— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) <a href="https://twitter.com/AdamSchefter/status/328925568328404993">April 29, 2013</a></blockquote>
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Can he play guard?

 

[Triplethreat]

Can he play guard?

From 2008:

http://www.aolnews.com/2008/06/10/winston-justice-lined-up-at-right-guard-instead-of-tackle/

The Eagles kicked off another week of Organized Team Activities yesterday and a couple of players were moved around to new positions. Dan Klecko, who was initially brought on to play fullback, was moved to the defensive side of the ball after the Eagles traded for backup fullback Luke Lawton from Indianapolis.

In a more interesting, and perhaps significant move, the Eagles asked former second round draft choice Winston Justice to line up at right guard for the first time in his career.
"They came to me this morning, and they're like, "You're playing guard,' " Justice said. "I didn't really have much time to prepare for it, but I tried to do the best I can."

Justice said offensive-line coach Juan Castillo was the man who gave the order, which was foreshadowed by nothing and followed up by just as little.

Part of the reason Justice was moved was the absence of stud Shawn Andrews who was excused on Monday for personal reasons.

The Eagles and their fans don't expect much out of Dan Klecko who is nearing the end of his career. He'll likely be a nice veteran addition to the Eagles special teams but any productivity they get out of him elsewhere is a bonus. Justice on the other hand was a second round draft choice under Reid and his progression as well as his position will be something fans should keep a close eye on.

Read into it however you may, but he's been moved back to tackle since and hasn't really budged from there.

 

[Sly]

We really do need some solid depth behind JT and Schwartz. We all know the nightmare scenario. If we can be prepared, then we should be. Maybe Pinkston could step in in a pinch. Seemed like Miller looked terrible iirc.

 

[JMcCurry08]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Josh Cribbs believes a return to Cleveland is very possible, per source. All dependent on role &amp; money. Browns have recently shown interest</p>&mdash; Brent Sobleski (@brentsobleski) <a href="https://twitter.com/brentsobleski/status/332106276995743744">May 8, 2013</a></blockquote>
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[Soda]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Josh Cribbs believes a return to Cleveland is very possible, per source. All dependent on role & money. Browns have recently shown interest</p>— Brent Sobleski (@brentsobleski) <a href="https://twitter.com/brentsobleski/status/332106276995743744">May 8, 2013</a></blockquote>
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Read that there is smoke to this... He has a chance to be decent in a reduced role on special teams as a returner/gunner. IF he can re-gain his speed.

 

[mofire]

Read that there is smoke to this... He has a chance to be decent in a reduced role on special teams as a returner/gunner. IF he can re-gain his speed.

Apparently on the browns activety list he visited the club yesterday.

 

[JMcCurry08]

<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Ex <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Browns">#Browns</a> WR Josh Cribbs (knee) is healthy and several teams interested. Bn told that espn rumor abt him possibly returning to Cle not true</p>&mdash; Mary Kay Cabot (@MaryKayCabot) <a href="https://twitter.com/MaryKayCabot/status/332128394319904768">May 8, 2013</a></blockquote>
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[CavsRules]

Browns sign offensive linemen Rashad Butler:
<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Browns sign Rashad Butler, according to @<a href="https://twitter.com/kensarnoff">kensarnoff</a></p>&mdash; Aaron Wilson (@RavensInsider) <a href="https://twitter.com/RavensInsider/status/332243938062774274">May 8, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Veteran OT Rashad Butler, who agreed to a deal with the Browns today, also received interest from the Lions.</p>&mdash; Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) <a href="https://twitter.com/caplannfl/status/332252487509766145">May 8, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Agent: <a href="https://twitter.com/search/%23Browns">#Browns</a> sign veteran offensive tackle Butler <a href="http://t.co/hH7lXst7CF" title="http://s.cleveland.com/AsQdOuh">s.cleveland.com/AsQdOuh</a></p>&mdash; Tom Reed (@treed1919) <a href="https://twitter.com/treed1919/status/332253837786226690">May 8, 2013</a></blockquote>
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p>Backup RT/LT. Fine for that role. RT @<a href="https://twitter.com/mattsanta">mattsanta</a>: @<a href="https://twitter.com/caplannfl">caplannfl</a> What's the word on Butler? Good/Bad/Indifferent??</p>&mdash; Adam Caplan (@caplannfl) <a href="https://twitter.com/caplannfl/status/332253365402742786">May 8, 2013</a></blockquote>
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[MoFlo]

Nate Ulrich ‏@NateUlrichABJ
Ex-Baylor NT Nick Jean-Baptiste may be on verge of signing w/ #Browns after trying out but deal not done yet. Could become official Monday.

Phil Taylor ‏@PhilTaylor98
Congrats to the homie @NickJB90. Welcome to the team #Browns #BaylorBoys

 

[MGMT]

I tried to youtube Nick Jean-Baptiste and the "ABC" song was the first result.