Nate Burleson SIGNED
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As for the love for Josh Cooper, there aren't many white skill position players. Quarterback, offense of line...
Are we pretending that has nothing to do with it?
WSS
I don't think so. Subliminally perhaps.
Maybe we can scour the UFA lists for the best Jewish receiver, or the best Native American receiver.
(unfortunately for the Hispanic receivers, they got Aaron Hernadez on their list)
nope, and there's nothing evil about it. I think white guys just tend to root for the rare white guy playing the game if he's OK. I think black guys might tend to root for a black quarterback since they seem to be rare, well not as much they had been but you know what I mean. Paul Simon says that used Joe DiMaggio in his song because the name fit but his favorite player was Sandy Koufax. Why? Because he is one of the few Jewish ball players. It's a matter of familiarity not racism.I don't think so. Subliminally perhaps.
Maybe we can scour the UFA lists for the best Jewish receiver, or the best Native American receiver.
(unfortunately for the Hispanic receivers, they go Aaron Hernadez on their list)
I often root for the Irish guy. So does Zombo. Not a big deal Gipper.
WSS
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Because Burlesons 1 year deal means we won't draft a receiver?
Exactly. We added an 11yr proven vet, and we got him for 1 year. Nothing motivates players like playing on the last year of their contract, even vets. He'll add depth on the field, and leadership in the locker room. Is he our long term answer at WR? Of course not. But teams are made up with all sorts of players, all with differing responsibilities and Nate fills one of those roles............... Signing him, or not signing, him will make no difference in what we will do in the draft regarding a WR.
Exactly. We added an 11yr proven vet, and we got him for 1 year. Nothing motivates players like playing on the last year of their contract, even vets. He'll add depth on the field, and leadership in the locker room. Is he our long term answer at WR? Of course not. But teams are made up with all sorts of players, all with differing responsibilities and Nate fills one of those roles............... Signing him, or not signing, him will make no difference in what we will do in the draft regarding a WR.
Money and a great WR coach can motivate players...if you need an aging vet to motivate you...you shouldnt be on the team.
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Exactly. We added an 11yr proven vet, and we got him for 1 year. Nothing motivates players like playing on the last year of their contract, even vets. He'll add depth on the field, and leadership in the locker room. Is he our long term answer at WR? Of course not. But teams are made up with all sorts of players, all with differing responsibilities and Nate fills one of those roles............... Signing him, or not signing, him will make no difference in what we will do in the draft regarding a WR.
Money and a great WR coach can motivate players...if you need an aging vet to motivate you...you shouldnt be on the team.
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No team has 53 Pro Bowlers. I'm going to side with Farmer on this one, and not with you.
I dont expect this team to have 53 pro bowlers..I like Burleson as a WR..I just think we couldve saved a few dollars....It was not something we needed.
Nickers...."There are no old running QB's in the NFL "~Sam Rutigliano~ -
I dont expect this team to have 53 pro bowlers..I like Burleson as a WR..I just think we couldve saved a few dollars....It was not something we needed.
We have been "saving a few dollars" for years, and that sure has worked well. Not an area of need?? Our WR core was one of the worst, if not the worst in the NFL last year (yea, yea, Gordon, I know, I'm talking the entire WR core) and has been for years. Nate led the NFL last year in catches vs targets at 73%.
From Farmer:
"We added Nate because we believe he can play like a Brown, with the added veteran presence that can help young players reach their potential," Browns general manager Ray Farmer said. "He's a pro's pro. He’s the quality-character person that understands the NFL from all angles and sides."He can play, which is evident in his beginning to last season prior to missing time, with production and value. He will improve our roster and overall competition at the wide-receiver position." -
I dont expect this team to have 53 pro bowlers..I like Burleson as a WR..I just think we couldve saved a few dollars....It was not something we needed.
We have been "saving a few dollars" for years, and that sure has worked well. Not an area of need?? Our WR core was one of the worst, if not the worst in the NFL last year (yea, yea, Gordon, I know, I'm talking the entire WR core) and has been for years. Nate led the NFL last year in catches vs targets at 73%.
From Farmer:
"We added Nate because we believe he can play like a Brown, with the added veteran presence that can help young players reach their potential," Browns general manager Ray Farmer said. "He's a pro's pro. He’s the quality-character person that understands the NFL from all angles and sides."He can play, which is evident in his beginning to last season prior to missing time, with production and value. He will improve our roster and overall competition at the wide-receiver position."We have been "saving a few dollars" for years, and that sure has worked well. Not an area of need?? Our WR core was one of the worst, if not the worst in the NFL last year (yea, yea, Gordon, I know, I'm talking the entire WR core) and has been for years. Nate led the NFL last year in catches vs targets at 73%.
From Farmer:
"We added Nate because we believe he can play like a Brown, with the added veteran presence that can help young players reach their potential," Browns general manager Ray Farmer said. "He's a pro's pro. He’s the quality-character person that understands the NFL from all angles and sides."He can play, which is evident in his beginning to last season prior to missing time, with production and value. He will improve our roster and overall competition at the wide-receiver position."If the browns release Little,then I'm all for it..wich I'm surprised that hasnt happened yet.
Nickers...."There are no old running QB's in the NFL "~Sam Rutigliano~ -
We have been "saving a few dollars" for years, and that sure has worked well. Not an area of need?? Our WR core was one of the worst, if not the worst in the NFL last year (yea, yea, Gordon, I know, I'm talking the entire WR core) and has been for years. Nate led the NFL last year in catches vs targets at 73%.
From Farmer:
"We added Nate because we believe he can play like a Brown, with the added veteran presence that can help young players reach their potential," Browns general manager Ray Farmer said. "He's a pro's pro. He’s the quality-character person that understands the NFL from all angles and sides."He can play, which is evident in his beginning to last season prior to missing time, with production and value. He will improve our roster and overall competition at the wide-receiver position."If the browns release Little,then I'm all for it..wich I'm surprised that hasnt happened yet.
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little is the last on the list of bums below gordon that should be cut.
i mean who's charles johnson and vernon cooper??
never heard of them.
and there are definitely gonna be 2 more cuts after we draft 2 WRs.
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I dont expect this team to have 53 pro bowlers..I like Burleson as a WR..I just think we couldve saved a few dollars....It was not something we needed.
We have been "saving a few dollars" for years, and that sure has worked well. Not an area of need?? Our WR core was one of the worst, if not the worst in the NFL last year (yea, yea, Gordon, I know, I'm talking the entire WR core) and has been for years. Nate led the NFL last year in catches vs targets at 73%.
From Farmer:
"We added Nate because we believe he can play like a Brown, with the added veteran presence that can help young players reach their potential," Browns general manager Ray Farmer said. "He's a pro's pro. He’s the quality-character person that understands the NFL from all angles and sides."He can play, which is evident in his beginning to last season prior to missing time, with production and value. He will improve our roster and overall competition at the wide-receiver position."I like the "play like a Brown comment. I love the idea of a clear culture that Pettine is working towards.
We have been "saving a few dollars" for years, and that sure has worked well. Not an area of need?? Our WR core was one of the worst, if not the worst in the NFL last year (yea, yea, Gordon, I know, I'm talking the entire WR core) and has been for years. Nate led the NFL last year in catches vs targets at 73%.
From Farmer:
"We added Nate because we believe he can play like a Brown, with the added veteran presence that can help young players reach their potential," Browns general manager Ray Farmer said. "He's a pro's pro. Hes the quality-character person that understands the NFL from all angles and sides.
"He can play, which is evident in his beginning to last season prior to missing time, with production and value. He will improve our roster and overall competition at the wide-receiver position."
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Agreed 100%. He's had more chances than anyone deserves, and he has proven to be what he is. A below average WR, and that's being kind.
He's had his 3 year window...time to can his worthless ass.
Nickers...."There are no old running QB's in the NFL "~Sam Rutigliano~ -
We didn't really need to save the money on this one. A vet who can catch for pretty cheap and 1 year.I dont expect this team to have 53 pro bowlers..I like Burleson as a WR..I just think we couldve saved a few dollars....It was not something we needed.
He just needs to start ordering delivery. Or I forgot he got a year supply of digiornos.
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I like the signing. I don't think it changes the draft at all, but adds a much needed & solid veteran presence at WR.
Mike
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We have been "saving a few dollars" for years, and that sure has worked well. Not an area of need?? Our WR core was one of the worst, if not the worst in the NFL last year (yea, yea, Gordon, I know, I'm talking the entire WR core) and has been for years. Nate led the NFL last year in catches vs targets at 73%.
From Farmer:
"We added Nate because we believe he can play like a Brown, with the added veteran presence that can help young players reach their potential," Browns general manager Ray Farmer said. "He's a pro's pro. He’s the quality-character person that understands the NFL from all angles and sides."He can play, which is evident in his beginning to last season prior to missing time, with production and value. He will improve our roster and overall competition at the wide-receiver position."If the browns release Little,then I'm all for it..wich I'm surprised that hasnt happened yet.
If the browns release Little,then I'm all for it..wich I'm surprised that hasnt happened yet.
Havent you heard?? He would make a good project while taking up roster space to convert to a RB or a TE or a CB or a Safety.............Please insert heavy sarcasm here. I get so sick of reading that shit about little I could puke. He might make a good shoe..............................you know with my foot up his ass booting him out the door.
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If the browns release Little,then I'm all for it..wich I'm surprised that hasnt happened yet.
Havent you heard?? He would make a good project while taking up roster space to convert to a RB or a TE or a CB or a Safety.............Please insert heavy sarcasm here. I get so sick of reading that shit about little I could puke. He might make a good shoe..............................you know with my foot up his ass booting him out the door.
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If the browns release Little,then I'm all for it..wich I'm surprised that hasnt happened yet.
Havent you heard?? He would make a good project while taking up roster space to convert to a RB or a TE or a CB or a Safety.............Please insert heavy sarcasm here. I get so sick of reading that shit about little I could puke. He might make a good shoe..............................you know with my foot up his ass booting him out the door.
Havent you heard?? He would make a good project while taking up roster space to convert to a RB or a TE or a CB or a Safety.............Please insert heavy sarcasm here. I get so sick of reading that shit about little I could puke. He might make a good shoe..............................you know with my foot up his ass booting him out the door.
that's why you take evans @4.
bonafide megatron w/beast mode.
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This signing is great. The only thing we were missing in our WR corp more than talent, was a veteran who could:
A - Mentor the young guys
B - Be trusted on 3rd down, and in big-time situations
Gordon / Hawkins / Burleson / Benjamin ... we're getting there
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