Discord in Cleveland?

[Danny White]

I love reading stories like this! hboy:

Edwards refuses to discuss absence, takes reps with third team
May 29, 2007

BEREA, Ohio (AP) -- Braylon Edwards didn't want to talk about his one-day absence from the Browns' voluntary practices last week.

But his place in the wide receiver pecking order Tuesday appeared to speak volumes how the team felt about it. Edwards took reps with the third-team offense and was the last receiver in line during position drills.

"There's no significance to it at all. He's trying to learn the system," Browns coach Romeo Crennel said. "It is not the same system that was in place last year and he is trying to learn it. He did miss a day, and so he is probably just a little bit behind."

Edwards declined to comment on his absence, which Crennel said was because of a personal issue.

"He called and said that he wouldn't be here. It is a voluntary camp, so what can I do about it?" Crennel said. "Nothing else is going to happen. He has been here every day since."

Crennel noted that the depth chart will be switched around so they can evaluate players and help teach them the new offense.

The absence came after Edwards promised to be a better teammate after being a major distraction last season.

"I'm moving on," Edwards said Tuesday.

He spoke highly of the new offense being installed by first-year coordinator Rob Chudzinski.

"There are some things I messed up on today, but as a whole I like this offense," Edwards said. "It allows us to create a lot of mismatches and allows everybody to move around as opposed to staying stationary. We're going to be unpredictable this year."

While on the third team, Edwards worked with rookie quarterback Brady Quinn, who continued to display inaccuracy during the Browns' voluntary practices.

"In September, it will be a concern if they are not on target," Crennel said. "But right now he is still learning. He's still learning the system. He's learning the defense."

 

[Stash]

I feel bad rooting for a team to do poorly.

That said....

:browns:

 

[ThreeSportStar80]

I hope Dallas persues Edwards when he leaves Cleveland, because I know he will!

 

[Big Dakota]

He Was Off Helping Da Children

 

[Chocolate Lab]

The absence came after Edwards promised to be a better teammate after being a major distraction last season.

I didn't keep up with this... How was he a major distraction last season?

WRs... I'd like to get rid of the whole primadonna lot of them.

 

[GlitzCowboy]

Let's just cut the crap, 0-16, that's what we need, let it be no question when and who we draft. Goodbye JuJo!

 

[McCordsville Cowboy]

Quinn for President!

 

[CrazyCowboy]

I feel bad rooting for a team to do poorly.

That said....

:browns:

Yea, but come April next year.......we will ask for forgivness.

 

[carphalen5150]

They have a very volatile mix of personalities there with Edwards and Winslow. Then Shaffer was griping about his role with the team upon the team drafting Thomas...this team is ripe for a complete meltdown.

Viva la revolution!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[Maxmadden]

I feel bad rooting for a team to do poorly.

That said....

:browns:

You should try an be more positive. Try rooting for the Raiders, Texans, Cardinals, and all the other crappy teams. It really should make the season alot more interesting.

 

[Gryphon]

Romeo Crennel isn't worried about Brady Quinn's early struggles at OTAs.

"In September, it'll be a concern if they're not on target, but right now, he's still learning the system," Crennel said. Struggles are typical for any rookie quarterback and it sounds like the entire team needs an adjustment period learning Rob Chudzinski's new offense.
Source: Cleveland Plain Dealer

 

[FuzzyLumpkins]

Id be interested to know why he actually missed the practice.

 

[big dog cowboy]

Braylon Edwards rejoins team for OTA's

Written by Tony Grossi;

Plain Dealer Reporter Thursday, 24 May 2007

Browns receiver Braylon Edwards rejoined teammates on Wednesday for the full 90-minute voluntary practice, a team spokesman confirmed.

Edwards was the only uninjured player who did not participate in the first so-called organization team activity practice on Tuesday. He had informed the team that morning that he would not be there.

Bill Bonsiewicz, Browns vice president of communications, said that he did not know the reason for Edwards' absence on Tuesday. "I'm sure he spoke to the appropriate people about it," Bonsiewicz said.

Wednesday's session was not open to the media, and neither Edwards nor coach Romeo Crennel had a comment on Edwards' absence. The next session open to the media is Tuesday.

 

[quincyyyyy]

Does anybody feel bad for taking advantage of the Browns... cuz I sure don't

 

[Verdict]

What exactly is an OTA?

 

[big dog cowboy]

What exactly is an OTA?

Organic Trade Association (OTA) is a membership-based business association that focuses on the organic business community in North America. OTA's mission is to promote and protect the growth of organic trade to benefit the environment, farmers, the public and the economy.

www.ota.com

Either that or it means organized team activity.

 

[JackMagist]

I hope Dallas persues Edwards when he leaves Cleveland, because I know he will!

If he makes a big enough stink to get his name in the headlines before he leaves Cleveland we will go after him...Jerry won't be able to resist.

 

[Cochese]

I hope Dallas persues Edwards when he leaves Cleveland, because I know he will!

Right now, I see nothing from Edwards that separates him from David Terrell.

We don't need him and I hope JJ doesn't pursue him.