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FILE - In this June 4, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) talks with head coach Freddie Kitchens at the team's NFL football training facility in Berea, Ohio. Browns coach Freddie Kitchens says he doesn’t care if controversial comments by brash quarterback Baker Mayfield put a target on his team. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Scramble: Mayfield contacts Giants QB after biting remarks

By Tom Withers Aug. 21, 2019 12:24 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield did some scrambling off the

FILE - In this June 4, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) talks with head coach Freddie Kitchens at the team's NFL football training facility in Berea, Ohio. Browns coach Freddie Kitchens says he doesn’t care if controversial comments by brash quarterback Baker Mayfield put a target on his team. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
He said, he said: Browns stars Mayfield, OBJ rip NY Giants

By Tom Withers Aug. 20, 2019 02:52 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Maybe it's good the Browns and Giants won't play this season.

FILE - In this Aug. 17, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns kicker Austin Seibert (2) watches his kick against the Indianapolis Colts during an NFL preseason football game in Indianapolis. Browns coach Freddie Kitchens says there are no immediate plans to sign another kicker despite erratic performances by incumbent Greg Joseph and rookie Austin Seibert during training camp and exhibitions. (AP Photo/Jeff Haynes, File)
Middle men: Browns hoping erratic kickers straighten out

By Tom Withers Aug. 19, 2019 03:53 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns coach Freddie Kitchens isn't quite ready to give his

FILE - In this Aug. 14, 2018, file photo, Cleveland Browns defensive end Chad Thomas walks out to the field during NFL football training camp in Berea, Ohio. Browns defensive end Chad Thomas sustained a neck injury in practice Monday, Aug. 12, 2019, and is undergoing further tests at a hospital.(AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Browns' Thomas sprained neck in scary moment at practice

By Tom Withers Aug. 12, 2019 01:37 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns defensive end Chad Thomas sustained a sprained neck but

FILE - In this Aug. 8, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns' Damon Sheehy-Guiseppi (15) runs 86-yards for a touchdown on a punt return during the second half of the team's NFL preseason football game against the Washington Redskins, in Cleveland. “I just saw the hole,” he said afterward surrounded by reporters. “I ran as fast as I could to the hole and tried to take off.” (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Lovable long shot: Browns rookie returner chasing NFL dream

By Tom Withers Aug. 09, 2019 06:36 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Nearly everything about Damon Sheehy-Guiseppi's story is

Washington Redskins cornerback Jimmy Moreland (25) breaks up a pass intended for Cleveland Browns wide receiver Antonio Callaway (11) during the first half of an NFL preseason football game Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Browns' Callaway suspended 4 games by NFL for drug violation

By Tom Withers Aug. 09, 2019 02:33 PM EDT
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns wide receiver Antonio Callaway has stepped out of bounds

Washington Redskins quarterback Dwayne Haskins looks to pass during the first half of the team's NFL preseason football game against the Cleveland Browns, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Mayfield throws TD, OBJ sits as Browns beat 'Skins 30-10

By Tom Withers Aug. 08, 2019 10:54 PM EDT
CLEVELAND (AP) — Baker Mayfield was almost perfect. Odell Beckham Jr. didn't lend him

FILE - In this Oct. 7, 2018, file photo, Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson (29) warms up before an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, in Cleveland. The Browns have traded disgruntled running back Duke Johnson, Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019, to the Houston Texans for an undisclosed 2020 draft pick. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Browns trade RB Duke Johnson to Texans for 2020 draft pick

By Tom Withers Aug. 08, 2019 10:51 AM EDT
CLEVELAND (AP) — Duke Johnson got his wish, and the Browns got more than expected for

FILE - In this July 26, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield looks to throw during practice at the NFL football team's training camp facility in Berea, Ohio. The Browns’ star quarterback has added sports drink BODYARMOR to his growing list of endorsements. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak, File)
Beer chaser: Mayfield endorses sports drink after brew chug

By Tom Withers Aug. 08, 2019 10:07 AM EDT
CLEVELAND (AP) — Baker Mayfield's got his hands on another cold beverage. He's not

FILE - In this Aug. 5, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) hands off to running back Nick Chubb (24) during practice at the NFL football team's training facility, in Berea, Ohio. Despite an embarrassment of offensive weapons, including Baker Mayfield and Odell Beckham Jr., Browns coach Freddie Kitchens made it clear his team won’t be “pass happy” this season. Not as long as he’s got Nick Chubb, who ran for 996 yards as a rookie and could be on the verge of becoming one of the NFL’s top backs. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Off and running: Browns RB Chubb poised for breakout season

By Tom Withers Aug. 06, 2019 05:31 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Nick Chubb skipped the parties in college. Not his style.

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) looks to pass during practice at the NFL football team's training facility Monday, Aug. 5, 2019, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Browns' Kareem Hunt promises to 'lay low' after bar argument

By Tom Withers Aug. 05, 2019 04:08 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Kareem Hunt has learned there's only one way to avoid trouble.

Cleveland Browns head coach Freddie Kitchens calls in a play as quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) looks on during practice at the NFL football team's training facility Monday, Aug. 5, 2019, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Browns coach Kitchens dismisses criticism by ex-assistant

By Tom Withers Aug. 05, 2019 03:50 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns coach Freddie Kitchens fired back Monday at former

FILE - In this May 22, 2019 file photo Cleveland Browns' Kareem Hunt walks off the field during an NFL football organized team activity session at the team's training facility in Berea, Ohio. The Browns say they've spoken to suspended running back Kareem Hunt about an incident this weekend outside a downtown bar, Monday, July 1, 2019. The 23-year-old Hunt got into an argument with a friend late Saturday night. A video obtained by TMZ showed Hunt speaking to an officer and explaining what happened. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, file)
Browns speak with suspended RB Hunt after argument near bar

By Tom Withers Jul. 01, 2019 05:08 PM EDT
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns spoke to suspended running back Kareem Hunt after he was

FILE - This is a June 4, 2019, file photo, showing Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry answering questions at the team's NFL football training facility in Berea, Ohio. Landry called reports about teammates being upset with quarterback Baker Mayfield for harsh comments toward running back Duke Johnson “a non-issue.” Landry hosted his football camp on Friday, June 14, 2019, at Shaker Heights High School under gorgeous, blue skies. The four-time Pro Bowler said he believes Mayfield and Johnson will be able to work together. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Browns' Landry: Mayfield comments on Johnson a "non-issue"

By Tom Withers Jun. 14, 2019 12:15 PM EDT
SHAKER HEIGHTS, Ohio (AP) — Jarvis Landry's not worried about the Browns bickering.

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. runs a drill at the team's NFL football training facility in Berea, Ohio, Tuesday, June 4, 2019. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Beckham relishing new start, 'giddy' about Browns' potential

By Tom Withers Jun. 05, 2019 05:35 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Once Odell Beckham Jr. found his way back to Ohio, it didn't take

FILE - This is a 2018 file photo showing Desmond Harrison of the Cleveland Browns NFL football team. The Browns released left tackle Desmond Harrison, who started eight games as a rookie last season. Harrison was let go Wednesday, June 5, 2019, a day after coach Freddie Kitchens said the 25-year-old “missed a flight or something.” (AP Photo/File)
Browns release left tackle Harrison, started 8 games in '18

By Tom Withers Jun. 05, 2019 02:24 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — The Browns released left tackle Desmond Harrison, who started

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. catches a pass during a drill at the team's NFL football training facility in Berea, Ohio, Tuesday, June 4, 2019. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
All eyes on OBJ as Beckham finally practices with Browns

By Tom Withers Jun. 04, 2019 06:41 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Wearing a tinted facemask visor, bright orange socks, white gloves

Cleveland Browns running back Duke Johnson Jr. runs through a drill at the team's NFL football training facility in Berea, Ohio, Tuesday, June 4, 2019. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Browns RB Johnson still desires trade, says team not loyal

By Tom Withers Jun. 04, 2019 02:12 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Duke Johnson came to Browns camp and made his feelings clear.

FILE- In this April 1, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns' Odell Beckham answers questions during a news conference in Berea, Ohio. Beckham reported for Cleveland’s mandatory minicamp and will practice Tuesday, June 4, 2019, after missing most of the team’s voluntary workouts. The star wide receiver has been away from the team and training in California. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
OBJ reports to Browns, will practice after skipping workouts

By Tom Withers Jun. 03, 2019 08:01 PM EDT
BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Odell Beckham Jr. reported for Cleveland's mandatory minicamp and

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield, left, hands the ball off to running back D'Ernest Johnson during an NFL football organized team activity session at the team's training facility, Thursday, May 30, 2019, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Browns QB Mayfield tells kids 'to be yourself' at camp

By Tom Withers Jun. 01, 2019 02:46 PM EDT
MAYFIELD VILLAGE, Ohio (AP) — Baker Mayfield broke out his old dance moves, threw