Baker Mayfield Thread
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I watched that two part program yesterday about Baker and his having to overcome size, walk-ons at two universities, etc. I think we got us a real fighter here closer to the old school guys of the 40's & 50's. This kid will not be denied and will work his butt off for us as he has done from grade school through the Heisman.
I was very impressed by his determination to not be another JM.
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Baker had himself a very good day at camp yesterday, and that alone is wonderful to hear. I don't read TOO much into it, but it's still nice to hear. Also, Mary Kay Cabot reported that he hasn't thrown a pick yet at camp. THAT is very nice to read. Also, Baker appears to be developing a very nice report with Higgins, who I earlier predicted as a dark horse receiver to open eyes. I really think Kizer screwed him over big time, and Higgins is taking advantage of precision passes he's getting from the new QB's.
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https://www.tmz.com/2018/06/30/browns-qb-baker-mayfield-engaged-emily-wilkinson/Â Â Â ring #1,congrats
Nice work, Baker. Lock up the hottie that loved you when you were broke.
Next on his list: starting NFL QB.
You better bring it, Tyrod.
Zombo
Zombo said:
Nice work, Baker. Lock up the hottie that loved you when you were broke.
Next on his list: starting NFL QB.
You better bring it, Tyrod.
Zombo
If you watched the Baker video yesterday- I'd say he was never really "broke" from the family pics, probably upper middle class family- but certainly not oil rich like Johnny Football's Dad. Baker certainly drew back the curtain on his private life a little bit. Could see why he spent Draft Day with the Family and not in Dallas. Guy has some real moxie, won't step down to anyone- and it explained why he left Texas Tech. Plus- apologetic for making an butt out of himself when he ran from the cops. Seeing that- I'm surprised he didn't seriously mess up his head- looks like he cracked it pretty good on that concrete when the cops tackled him. Â
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Baker had himself a very good day at camp yesterday, and that alone is wonderful to hear. I don't read TOO much into it, but it's still nice to hear. Also, Mary Kay Cabot reported that he hasn't thrown a pick yet at camp. THAT is very nice to read. Also, Baker appears to be developing a very nice report with Higgins, who I earlier predicted as a dark horse receiver to open eyes. I really think Kizer screwed him over big time, and Higgins is taking advantage of precision passes he's getting from the new QB's.
Baker had himself a very good day at camp yesterday, and that alone is wonderful to hear. I don't read TOO much into it, but it's still nice to hear. Also, Mary Kay Cabot reported that he hasn't thrown a pick yet at camp. THAT is very nice to read. Also, Baker appears to be developing a very nice report with Higgins, who I earlier predicted as a dark horse receiver to open eyes. I really think Kizer screwed him over big time, and Higgins is taking advantage of precision passes he's getting from the new QB's.
LOL, the below is the reason I was all aboard the Baker train pre draft. Plenty athletic enough, and by the time you make it to the pros, you're either accurate- or you're not. Primary reason I wanted nothing to do with bazooka arm scattershot Josh Allen. There would have been serious pissin' and moanin' here if we had drafted the media darling everyone thought we were going to take. https://www.nj.com/jets/index.ssf/2018/07/watch_during_jets_sam_darnold_holdout_josh_mccown.htmlÂ
"Baker's deadly accurate with the ball,'' said Jackson. "So is Tyrod and so is Drew. I think our guys have been throwing some pinpoint passes, so the receivers, all you've got to do is be in the right spot at the right time, they'll put the ball in place where you get a chance to catch it. So that's been good.''
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I watched that two part program yesterday about Baker and his having to overcome size, walk-ons at two universities, etc. I think we got us a real fighter here closer to the old school guys of the 40's & 50's. This kid will not be denied and will work his butt off for us as he has done from grade school through the Heisman.
I was very impressed by his determination to not be another JM.
I watched that two part program yesterday about Baker and his having to overcome size, walk-ons at two universities, etc. I think we got us a real fighter here closer to the old school guys of the 40's & 50's. This kid will not be denied and will work his butt off for us as he has done from grade school through the Heisman.
I was very impressed by his determination to not be another JM.
A Bobby Layne type? Â Without the booze?
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I watched that two part program yesterday about Baker and his having to overcome size, walk-ons at two universities, etc. I think we got us a real fighter here closer to the old school guys of the 40's & 50's. This kid will not be denied and will work his butt off for us as he has done from grade school through the Heisman.
I was very impressed by his determination to not be another JM.
A Bobby Layne type? Â Without the booze?
A Bobby Layne type? Â Without the booze?
He's a tough guy no doubt and not afraid of anyone. As a walkon the starting QB tried to make him go get towels when it started to rain and he told him where he could put it and when the position coach tried to make him comply with the QBs order, he told him as well. Kid's got some starch.
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Baker had himself a very good day at camp yesterday, and that alone is wonderful to hear. I don't read TOO much into it, but it's still nice to hear. Also, Mary Kay Cabot reported that he hasn't thrown a pick yet at camp. THAT is very nice to read. Also, Baker appears to be developing a very nice report with Higgins, who I earlier predicted as a dark horse receiver to open eyes. I really think Kizer screwed him over big time, and Higgins is taking advantage of precision passes he's getting from the new QB's.
LOL, the below is the reason I was all aboard the Baker train pre draft. Plenty athletic enough, and by the time you make it to the pros, you're either accurate- or you're not. Primary reason I wanted nothing to do with bazooka arm scattershot Josh Allen. There would have been serious pissin' and moanin' here if we had drafted the media darling everyone thought we were going to take. https://www.nj.com/jets/index.ssf/2018/07/watch_during_jets_sam_darnold_holdout_josh_mccown.htmlÂ
"Baker's deadly accurate with the ball,'' said Jackson. "So is Tyrod and so is Drew. I think our guys have been throwing some pinpoint passes, so the receivers, all you've got to do is be in the right spot at the right time, they'll put the ball in place where you get a chance to catch it. So that's been good.''
LOL, the below is the reason I was all aboard the Baker train pre draft. Plenty athletic enough, and by the time you make it to the pros, you're either accurate- or you're not. Primary reason I wanted nothing to do with bazooka arm scattershot Josh Allen. There would have been serious pissin' and moanin' here if we had drafted the media darling everyone thought we were going to take. https://www.nj.com/jets/index.ssf/2018/07/watch_during_jets_sam_darnold_holdout_josh_mccown.htmlÂ
"Baker's deadly accurate with the ball,'' said Jackson. "So is Tyrod and so is Drew. I think our guys have been throwing some pinpoint passes, so the receivers, all you've got to do is be in the right spot at the right time, they'll put the ball in place where you get a chance to catch it. So that's been good.''
You nailed it, and it's the primary reason why I predicted Higgins would be better than we've seen. When the ball came to Higgins, and was catchable, he was extremely reliable. That long TD catch at the end of the year was obviously his career highlight, but the importance of that big play can't be understated. Lack of big plays basically crushed us all year. We simply didn't HAVE that many, but after that huge play, we were in the game. They obviously provide points, but just as importantly, they give a huge boost to the momentum swing. Let's face it, none of us thought Higgins had that speed, right? Lol! I hope he stays healthy, and I expect him to be a sort of "3rd down weapon" for us. He'll likely garner the 3rd DB, and he might just win that match up.Â
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There are some of us who have been on the "Baker Train" for a long time. Higgins and (sadly) Jordan Payton were 2 WR I liked pre-draft in 2016. Higgins was one of those WR who needed a positive veteran presence (Landry, my Browns MVP) in the room & on field along with QBs who could get the ball to him. Now he's showing what he can do & I'm lovin' it!
Mike
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Just tooting my own horn.
I liked Baker before you. Nanananana.
Go Browns..
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Baker had himself a very good day at camp yesterday, and that alone is wonderful to hear. I don't read TOO much into it, but it's still nice to hear. Also, Mary Kay Cabot reported that he hasn't thrown a pick yet at camp. THAT is very nice to read. Also, Baker appears to be developing a very nice report with Higgins, who I earlier predicted as a dark horse receiver to open eyes. I really think Kizer screwed him over big time, and Higgins is taking advantage of precision passes he's getting from the new QB's.
LOL, the below is the reason I was all aboard the Baker train pre draft. Plenty athletic enough, and by the time you make it to the pros, you're either accurate- or you're not. Primary reason I wanted nothing to do with bazooka arm scattershot Josh Allen. There would have been serious pissin' and moanin' here if we had drafted the media darling everyone thought we were going to take. https://www.nj.com/jets/index.ssf/2018/07/watch_during_jets_sam_darnold_holdout_josh_mccown.htmlÂ
"Baker's deadly accurate with the ball,'' said Jackson. "So is Tyrod and so is Drew. I think our guys have been throwing some pinpoint passes, so the receivers, all you've got to do is be in the right spot at the right time, they'll put the ball in place where you get a chance to catch it. So that's been good.''
LOL, the below is the reason I was all aboard the Baker train pre draft. Plenty athletic enough, and by the time you make it to the pros, you're either accurate- or you're not. Primary reason I wanted nothing to do with bazooka arm scattershot Josh Allen. There would have been serious pissin' and moanin' here if we had drafted the media darling everyone thought we were going to take.
  I think...it was me that told you that Josh Allen would struggle in the pros.... I think, maybe....
(ROF,L !)
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LOL, the below is the reason I was all aboard the Baker train pre draft. Plenty athletic enough, and by the time you make it to the pros, you're either accurate- or you're not. Primary reason I wanted nothing to do with bazooka arm scattershot Josh Allen. There would have been serious pissin' and moanin' here if we had drafted the media darling everyone thought we were going to take.
  I think...it was me that told you that Josh Allen would struggle in the pros.... I think, maybe....
(ROF,L !)
  I think...it was me that told you that Josh Allen would struggle in the pros.... I think, maybe....
(ROF,L !)
Ya see Cal- they should have just hired me way back to have draft input. We wouldn't have drafted Quinn, We-done, and Johnny. EDIT: & how could I forget, especially Deshone Kizer. That one almost made me barf. And we would have drafted LaDanian Tomlinson. I was on the Wentz wagon, but I guess having to wait a couple years to get Baker, it's sort of a wash.... Â
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Just tooting my own horn.
I liked Baker before you. Nanananana.
Go Browns..
Hahaha, Iâd probably do the same thing right now if I created this thread, Iâm a little jealous hahaÂ
This might be a draft class with more than 1 awesome QB. Rosen and Darnold(who is still 21 years old), and even Allen could turn into something with time.
But Mayfield is making you and BUDDY BOYÂ look like a genius so far. I think most people wondered how he would transfer from the OU spread to facing NFL defenses.
It has become apparent that Baker has, as cliche as it gets : the âit factorâ
its also important to note and probably an unpopular opinion/fact? :
The Browns have the most talented roster of the Jets, Cardinals, and Bills. (Especially after firing Hue/Haley.)
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Just tooting my own horn.
I liked Baker before you. Nanananana.
Go Browns..
Hahaha, Iâd probably do the same thing right now if I created this thread, Iâm a little jealous hahaÂ
This might be a draft class with more than 1 awesome QB. Rosen and Darnold(who is still 21 years old), and even Allen could turn into something with time.
But Mayfield is making you and BUDDY BOYÂ look like a genius so far. I think most people wondered how he would transfer from the OU spread to facing NFL defenses.
It has become apparent that Baker has, as cliche as it gets : the âit factorâ
its also important to note and probably an unpopular opinion/fact? :
The Browns have the most talented roster of the Jets, Cardinals, and Bills. (Especially after firing Hue/Haley.)
Hahaha, Iâd probably do the same thing right now if I created this thread, Iâm a little jealous hahaÂ
This might be a draft class with more than 1 awesome QB. Rosen and Darnold(who is still 21 years old), and even Allen could turn into something with time.
But Mayfield is making you and BUDDY BOYÂ look like a genius so far. I think most people wondered how he would transfer from the OU spread to facing NFL defenses.
It has become apparent that Baker has, as cliche as it gets : the âit factorâ
its also important to note and probably an unpopular opinion/fact? :
The Browns have the most talented roster of the Jets, Cardinals, and Bills. (Especially after firing Hue/Haley.)
Lord knows Iâve been wrong on a CRAP-TON of players, but I will definitely toot my horn with Baker. Iâm too lazy to look up when I was shouting for him, but I think it was in March of this year. Not only that, I didnât even feel like it was that CLOSE. I loved hearing the quote from Gregg Williams this week when he said something like, âI knew Baker was going to throw it well in warm-ups because I HEARD him throwing before I SAW him throwing. The ball was making a âssssssssssssssstâ sound as it cut through the air.â Thatâs what Iâm talking about! Now, Iâm kind of in the camp that feels arm strength is a bit overrated, but I think itâs fair to say that not many people truly knew just how strong his arm is, and that allows him to confidently access tight windows (and cut through Cleveland weather). Perhaps more impressive is the fact that Baker doesnât just throw the fast-ball. Heâs demonstrated throughout the season the ability to put touch on the ball, drop passes over LBâs, and now showing his deep passing skills.Â
Baker also has what really canât be taught, and thatâs pocket presence. A good example of this was the 51 yard bomb to Landry. On the play, Greg Robinson initially gets beat a little by a terrific speed rush to the outside. Instead of panicking, Baker simply drifts over to where the speed-rusher just WAS, and Robinson does a masterful job of planting the guy into the ground. Also, Robinson shoved the guy JUST enough when he got close to Baker, and that little shove was enough to push the guy outside of Bakerâs bubble, and then Greg finished him off. I donât think Greg Robinson will ever be a âgreatâ tackle, as he panics too much and grabs. Once you get the reputation for holding, the refs will be looking at you. On several of Gregâs holds, the replay shows he didnât HAVE to. If he can stop panicking, he could be a mid-level LT for us, and we already know Baker likes him.Â
The truly fascinating aspect of Bakerâs game is obviously his accuracy. I went back and watched all of his videos titled âEvery Throw/Rush from Bakerâ on Youtube. Each video is about 4 minutes long, and they show every play by Baker in the designated game. Itâs pretty cool actually, and Iâm glad someone took the time to cut the video segments. Anyways, what immediately stands out when you watch him throw is how the ball almost always gets to his target in a near perfect location. Itâs uncanny. The ball isnât low, itâs not behind, the receivers donât have to jump, theyâre not diving lowâŚthe ball is simply where it needs to be. Now of course Baker isnât PERFECT, and heâll have some throws that are errant, but those are incredibly rare. In fact, itâs SHOCKING just how rare those are when you watch the videos. Baker is also adept at throwing while on the run, and look no further than the Breshad Perriman reception at the end of the game Sunday. When you slow down that play and look at the tiny window he had to use, and then factor in he was runningâŚ.crazy.Â
Whatâs our offense missing? Not much. The truly frustrating thing is weâre basically missing a âJosh Gordonâ type player. Iâm not trying to start a fight, and Iâm not saying we were wrong to trade him, Iâm just saying we could use a dangerous, big, and fast WR on the outside. If we had someone that could strike fear into the back of the defense, that could open things up even more for Landry and company. I like our TEâs, and I even like our WRâs for the most part. The biggest problems I have with our team on the defensive side of the ball, and I think weâll be addressing that in the very near future.Â
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Just tooting my own horn.
I liked Baker before you. Nanananana.
Go Browns..
We also know Mayfield wouldn't have been available at 4. We see why PFF called him their #1.Â
As well, I'm happier with Mayfield/Chubb than Anyone/Barkley which is how it would have played out.
Whatâs our offense missing? Â
Two competent OT's......
We do have that WR already.. Perriman was a first-rounder for a reason. He didn't work out in BAL, but you saw all of the speed/size mismatch on display the first play of the game. Yes it's always good to improve the WR group but we simply don't have a "glaring need" at WR any more.
The more labels you have for yourself, the dumber they make you. "When you win, say nothing. When you lose, say less." Paul Brown -
Baker Baker Baker
can't you see?
The QB you are just hypnotizes me
And I just love your flashy plays
I guess that's why they hate
And you're so paid..
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Baker Baker Baker
can't you see?
The QB you are just hypnotizes me
And I just love your flashy plays
I guess that's why they hate
And you're so paid..
ÂBaker Baker Baker
can't you see?
The QB you are just hypnotizes me
And I just love your flashy plays
I guess that's why they hate
And you're so paid..
ÂOk, turn in your man card at the exit.?
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Just tooting my own horn.
I liked Baker before you. Nanananana.
Go Browns..
We also know Mayfield wouldn't have been available at 4. We see why PFF called him their #1.Â
As well, I'm happier with Mayfield/Chubb than Anyone/Barkley which is how it would have played out.
Whatâs our offense missing? Â
Two competent OT's......
We do have that WR already.. Perriman was a first-rounder for a reason. He didn't work out in BAL, but you saw all of the speed/size mismatch on display the first play of the game. Yes it's always good to improve the WR group but we simply don't have a "glaring need" at WR any more.
We also know Mayfield wouldn't have been available at 4. We see why PFF called him their #1.Â
As well, I'm happier with Mayfield/Chubb than Anyone/Barkley which is how it would have played out.
Two competent OT's......
We do have that WR already.. Perriman was a first-rounder for a reason. He didn't work out in BAL, but you saw all of the speed/size mismatch on display the first play of the game. Yes it's always good to improve the WR group but we simply don't have a "glaring need" at WR any more.
Hopefully that light bulb went on for him. Â If he lives up to his draft status now, and with he and Calloway, the Browns could have some serious downfield long range weapons.
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That'll last about a year or two.
I don't know maybe they like each other and they will be happily ever after, eh?
I don't know maybe they like each other and they will be happily ever after, eh?
It looks here like his girl has a serious surgery scar on her right side. Appendicitis?
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Just tooting my own horn.
I liked Baker before you. Nanananana.
Go Browns..
We also know Mayfield wouldn't have been available at 4. We see why PFF called him their #1.Â
As well, I'm happier with Mayfield/Chubb than Anyone/Barkley which is how it would have played out.
Whatâs our offense missing? Â
Two competent OT's......
We do have that WR already.. Perriman was a first-rounder for a reason. He didn't work out in BAL, but you saw all of the speed/size mismatch on display the first play of the game. Yes it's always good to improve the WR group but we simply don't have a "glaring need" at WR any more.
We also know Mayfield wouldn't have been available at 4. We see why PFF called him their #1.Â
As well, I'm happier with Mayfield/Chubb than Anyone/Barkley which is how it would have played out.
Two competent OT's......
We do have that WR already.. Perriman was a first-rounder for a reason. He didn't work out in BAL, but you saw all of the speed/size mismatch on display the first play of the game. Yes it's always good to improve the WR group but we simply don't have a "glaring need" at WR any more.
Itâs funny, as I typed my previous message about the WRâs, the same exact thought about Perriman crossed my mind. I have been extremely pleased with his progress and his ability to catch the ball. He hasnât had the volume of receptions, but certainly some of the catches he has were very difficult and imperative to our success. Running under a 60 yard bomb (in the air) and catching it in stride is NOT easy, and he hauled it in on our first play, just like heâs caught everything this year. What I donât want to happen is for Perriman to drop one, and then have his confidence shattered. THAT concerns me. But really, you could be dead on about him, and I love his personality, his humbled demeanor, and the skill-set he brings to the team. I said just the other day that I believe Perriman could actually provide MORE to our offense, and the only reason we havenât gotten more is our offense spreads the ball around so darn much when itâs clicking. Some of the best games weâve had on offense are when Baker completes passes to 8-9 different guys, and itâs difficult to build up substantial numbers when so many are in on the action.Â
I like Perriman, and I REALLY want him to work out for us. I love a good comeback story, and this guy could be a supremely good addition to our team.Â
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We also know Mayfield wouldn't have been available at 4. We see why PFF called him their #1.Â
As well, I'm happier with Mayfield/Chubb than Anyone/Barkley which is how it would have played out.
Two competent OT's......
We do have that WR already.. Perriman was a first-rounder for a reason. He didn't work out in BAL, but you saw all of the speed/size mismatch on display the first play of the game. Yes it's always good to improve the WR group but we simply don't have a "glaring need" at WR any more.
Itâs funny, as I typed my previous message about the WRâs, the same exact thought about Perriman crossed my mind. I have been extremely pleased with his progress and his ability to catch the ball. He hasnât had the volume of receptions, but certainly some of the catches he has were very difficult and imperative to our success. Running under a 60 yard bomb (in the air) and catching it in stride is NOT easy, and he hauled it in on our first play, just like heâs caught everything this year. What I donât want to happen is for Perriman to drop one, and then have his confidence shattered. THAT concerns me. But really, you could be dead on about him, and I love his personality, his humbled demeanor, and the skill-set he brings to the team. I said just the other day that I believe Perriman could actually provide MORE to our offense, and the only reason we havenât gotten more is our offense spreads the ball around so darn much when itâs clicking. Some of the best games weâve had on offense are when Baker completes passes to 8-9 different guys, and itâs difficult to build up substantial numbers when so many are in on the action.Â
I like Perriman, and I REALLY want him to work out for us. I love a good comeback story, and this guy could be a supremely good addition to our team.Â
I like Perriman, and I REALLY want him to work out for us. I love a good comeback story, and this guy could be a supremely good addition to our team.Â
Yea man heâs making the most of his opportunity so far.
Iâm amazed how this team went from almost leading the league in drops to everyone suddenly having some reliable hands.
The Gregg Williams effect?
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