Report: Browns To Sign Usama Young
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I would love Osi. I know he has been banged up and is getting up there in age ... but depending on the price I would jump at the chance to get him. I would have no problem giving up a fourth rounder for him (maybe even a third) I think we would finally have a D-lineman who can provide a legit pass rush.
I would also pass on Edwards, who I have mixed feelings about, if we were to get Osi. I would also rather sign Kiwinuka (SP) then Edwards onlt because I think Kiwinuka would be half the price (maybe less then half)
The only team I have heard though that has interest in Osi is the Ravens.
I dont think the Giants would let Osi go for a 4th rounder probaly want more like a 2nd and thats to much for me...Mathais has recently resigned with the Giants which is why they are shopping Osi.
I dont think the Giants would let Osi go for a 4th rounder probaly want more like a 2nd and thats to much for me...Mathais has recently resigned with the Giants which is why they are shopping Osi.
I don't think they would be able to get a second for him. Just seems like a lot for a 30+ yr old D lineman.
I wouldn't mind giving up a third rounder ... and maybe even throw in a 6th or 7th or some sort of package of later round picks in the 12 and 13 draft. Out of everything that is left (Edwards included) Osi to me is the best. And is a BEAST. The only thing Edwards has going for hiim over Osi is age ... but I rather a potential pro bowler at 31 or 32 then a potential bust at 26.
If I knew Edwards would play as well here without 2 very very good DT's and Jarad Allen getting all those double teams I would be all for him. Him teeing off on right tackles and rarely if ever seeing a double teams scares me off from him. Not to say he is a bum ... just saying you never know. Atleast with Osi you know he can be the guy.
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ESPN EXPERT TAKE: Young has provided New Orleans good depth and the occasional start. He is a good-sized safety with excellent straight-line speed but looks a bit stiff in the hips and legs when trying to break down or change directions for tight coverage. He still needs work on his route recognition skills and will bite on too many fakes. He will show good ball skills but can be inconsistent when tracking the ball deep.
One of the reasons for the move to safety (supposedly) was because he wasn't fluid enough to play NFL corner. He's faster than Elam...but I don't know that he's better.
I think that if we sign Jonathan Joseph and move Sheldon Brown to FS...this is a good signing for depth purposes. But...if he's expected to start...I'm not 100% sold.
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I don't want anyone with the name "Usama" on the Browns.
I don't want anyone with the name "Usama" on the Browns.
^^^Idiot.
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I don't want anyone with the name "Usama" on the Browns.
^^^Idiot.
^^^Idiot.
Personal insults from the Atheist? How surprising.
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^^^Idiot.
Personal insults from the Atheist? How surprising.
Personal insults from the Atheist? How surprising.
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I agree...he's an idiot. What does his name mean in the grand scheme of things? A rose by any other name would still smell just as sweet.
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ESPN Rumor Central has Browns as front runner for Edwards.
UPDATE: The 4-3 defensive end market is dwindling. A top heavy free agent class has already seen most of its priority players sign with teams.
Charles Johnson re-signed with Carolina. Jason Babin returned to Philadelphia. Mathias Kiwanuka stayed in New York. Ray Edwards will land in Cleveland?
According to Vic Carruci, host of Browns Daily on ESPN Cleveland WKNR and staff writer clevelandbrowns.com, said on-air that he has heard reports the Browns are close to signing the Ohio native which was confirmed by radio personality LeCharles Bentley.
Scout.com's John Holler reiterates the current rumor.
"Word from the bowels of the Rust Belt is that the Cleveland Browns are inquiring and, by some accounts, have either made or are exchanging offers with Edwards and his people."
The Browns have been coy about their movements during free agency. They have remained quiet to the public instead of making a splash.
The reason may be their determination to sign Edwards instead of letting the market play out in the public's eye.
Meanwhile, the potential of Edwards signing in Cleveland leaves a void in Atlanta's defense who was believed to be the top suitor for the DE's services.
"The Falcons are rumored to be more concerned about spreading money around to sign some of their own UFAs, as opposed to raising the bar on re-signing future free agents by throwing eight figures of guaranteed money at 'an outsider' that wasn?t part of their 2010 success," Holler finished.
UPDATE: With the recent (as in a few minutes ago) signing of Charles Johnson to the Carolina Panthers, defensive end Ray Edwards is now in the driver's seat when it comes to naming his team and price.
The team he is discussing the most, at least publicly?
"Ray edwards raving about the Browns. (It) would be a nice fit," Sirius Radio's Adam Schein tweeted.
Atlanta is believed to be the top suitor for Edwards' services, but Cleveland is as desperate at defensive end as the Falcons. Plus, Cleveland has more money to spend being reportedly $30 million dollars under the new salary cap.
Or this could all be a ploy to use what ample leverage Edwards currently possesses.
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Oh we are gonna sign Abe Elam for another Abe Elam, typical browns move.
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Oh we are gonna sign Abe Elam for another Abe Elam, typical browns move.
Yes, we have yet to resign the 30 year old Safety...and instead signed...a 26 year old safety (but faster.)
Neither guy is going to be a star in this league...and there's nothing saying we still won't re-sign Elam.
I still wish we'd nab JJ (to get him away from the Bungles and improve our pass coverage).
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Oh we are gonna sign Abe Elam for another Abe Elam, typical browns move.
Yes, we have yet to resign the 30 year old Safety...and instead signed...a 26 year old safety (but faster.)
Neither guy is going to be a star in this league...and there's nothing saying we still won't re-sign Elam.
I still wish we'd nab JJ (to get him away from the Bungles and improve our pass coverage).
Yes, we have yet to resign the 30 year old Safety...and instead signed...a 26 year old safety (but faster.)
Neither guy is going to be a star in this league...and there's nothing saying we still won't re-sign Elam.
I still wish we'd nab JJ (to get him away from the Bungles and improve our pass coverage).
If the Browns signed Joseph and Edwards and picked up any deep threat our odds in vegas would only put us over 6 more teams still sitting around 19-20 in the league as we are today 40-1 odds i think we're preseason ranked 27th already
Edited Actually we're Power Ranked at 19 as we are but hard to believe that Hype.
19. Cleveland Browns (5-11): The Browns had a terrific draft. Phil Taylor and Jabaal Sheard give them a powerful pair of defensive lineman to help against the tough rushing attacks and big quarterbacks in Pittsburgh and Baltimore. And if they sign Donte Whitner away from Buffalo, they'll be in pretty good shape next season on the defensive end. But they still haven't added a burner to help out Colt McCoy and I wonder how Peyton Hillis will do next season in a new offense
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For those concerned about his name, you dont get to choose your birth name. And I wont tell you my middle name because it doesn't fit either. So unless he pulled a Cassius Clay who changed his name to Muhammad Ali I don't give a rats ass. We need help across the board and I welcome the young man to the team.
Usama was born in the North East section of Washington D.C. to Dr. Khaula Muratdha and Leroi A. Young. Usama is the youngest son of their four boys. Usama Young attended Largo High School in Largo, Maryland and was a letterman in football, baseball, and track. He started to play football at the tender age of 8. As the youngest, Usama was given the opportunity to learn from his older brothers who pushed him to never cry, complain or make excuses.
When Usama was 12 he was playing football in a local pee-wee football game. During the middle of the game a rabid dog ran onto the field and terrorized the young players, coaches and family members who were on the sidelines watching. To everyone's surprise the twelve year old Usama was able to tackle the dog, tie the dog up using the chains from the down markers and successfully restore order to the pee-wee football game.
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I agree...he's an idiot. What does his name mean in the grand scheme of things? A rose by any other name would still smell just as sweet.
We already had Romeo here. We got rid of him too.
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Yes, we have yet to resign the 30 year old Safety...and instead signed...a 26 year old safety (but faster.)
Neither guy is going to be a star in this league...and there's nothing saying we still won't re-sign Elam.
I still wish we'd nab JJ (to get him away from the Bungles and improve our pass coverage).
If the Browns signed Joseph and Edwards and picked up any deep threat our odds in vegas would only put us over 6 more teams still sitting around 19-20 in the league as we are today 40-1 odds i think we're preseason ranked 27th already
Edited Actually we're Power Ranked at 19 as we are but hard to believe that Hype.
19. Cleveland Browns (5-11): The Browns had a terrific draft. Phil Taylor and Jabaal Sheard give them a powerful pair of defensive lineman to help against the tough rushing attacks and big quarterbacks in Pittsburgh and Baltimore. And if they sign Donte Whitner away from Buffalo, they'll be in pretty good shape next season on the defensive end. But they still haven't added a burner to help out Colt McCoy and I wonder how Peyton Hillis will do next season in a new offense
If the Browns signed Joseph and Edwards and picked up any deep threat our odds in vegas would only put us over 6 more teams still sitting around 19-20 in the league as we are today 40-1 odds i think we're preseason ranked 27th already
Edited Actually we're Power Ranked at 19 as we are but hard to believe that Hype.
19. Cleveland Browns (5-11): The Browns had a terrific draft. Phil Taylor and Jabaal Sheard give them a powerful pair of defensive lineman to help against the tough rushing attacks and big quarterbacks in Pittsburgh and Baltimore. And if they sign Donte Whitner away from Buffalo, they'll be in pretty good shape next season on the defensive end. But they still haven't added a burner to help out Colt McCoy and I wonder how Peyton Hillis will do next season in a new offense
Who gives a cabbage fart about where Las Vegas ranks anyone. If it is that important, go there and lay down a bet.
In terms of the Browns needs, they have signed Usama Young but lost Eric Wright. Should that be considered a wash?
With Wright gone, I think they need a cornerback. You mentioned Whitner. There is also Nate Clements out there.
And, by all reports, there is still a mystery team in the running for Asomgua (sp?). Could that mystery team be the Cleveland Browns?
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I agree...he's an idiot. What does his name mean in the grand scheme of things? A rose by any other name would still smell just as sweet.
We already had Romeo here. We got rid of him too.
I agree...he's an idiot. What does his name mean in the grand scheme of things? A rose by any other name would still smell just as sweet.
We already had Romeo here. We got rid of him too.
The Browns had Micheal Jackson once then they didn't then the did again.
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I agree...he's an idiot. What does his name mean in the grand scheme of things? A rose by any other name would still smell just as sweet.
We already had Romeo here. We got rid of him too.
The Browns had Micheal Jackson once then they didn't then the did again.
The Browns had Micheal Jackson once then they didn't then the did again.
I don't remember Shakespeare writing about Michael Jackson....or maybe he sorta did. He and Hamlet had a lot in common.
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