Author Archives: Ryan Burns, Editor-In-Chief

BLIND OPTIMISM, 2010: BROWNS 27, PACKERS 24

Posted on August 18, 2010 by Ryan Burns, Editor-In-Chief

“Good God! Is that…is that football being played by a team in shiny orange helmets?” This is the thought that kept swirling in my head as I watched the replay of the Browns-Packers game, the first of the preseason. And … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , | Leave a comment

FOOTBALL ROAD TRIPS

Posted on August 13, 2010 by Ryan Burns, Editor-In-Chief

EPISODE 1: CLEVELAND ROCKS One of my favorite pigskin traditions is the tailgate party. Big groups of revelers from all walks of life, some decorated, some more understated, all equally excited for the day’s festivities. It’s a lot like you … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , | Leave a comment

BLIND OPTIMISM 2010 (AND BEYOND): LEBRON’S NEW SCHOOL TREASON IS GOOD FOR THE BROWNS

Posted on July 9, 2010 by Ryan Burns, Editor-In-Chief

To my fellow Cleveland Browns fans who also love the Cavs and loved Lebron: I am sincerely sorry for your loss. As most of you know by now, I am a sports mutt.  One fortunate (for me, anyway) side effect … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Tagged , , , , , , , | 1 Comment

THE MANGUIN, REDUX: JUST SAY NO TO QB COMPETITIONS

Posted on June 14, 2010 by Ryan Burns, Editor-In-Chief

Now wait just a Kosar-Testaverdian minute, here.  Just a couple of weeks ago I blogged in this space that I was cautiously optimistic about Coach Mangini’s approach and ability if left to simply coach the team.  I was on board, … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

MY PERSONAL ALL-BROWNS TEAM

Posted on June 5, 2010 by Ryan Burns, Editor-In-Chief

Since we’re still in the early phases of getting to know each other, I thought now would be a good time to break out my personal All-Browns Team.  A lot of people think these little exercises are pointless or ridiculous … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

THE MANGUIN: I’M ON BOARD. (OR, PRELUDE TO GRUDES?)

Posted on May 31, 2010 by Ryan Burns, Editor-In-Chief

The Browns have themselves a young, occasionally gruff defensive-minded head football coach.  An alleged prodigy, he was quickly labeled a genius by people who know a thing or two about football.  He’s not popular with the media, due in part … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

BLIND OPTIMISM 2010, PT. 1: THE TRIPLE-H ATTACK

Posted on May 26, 2010 by Ryan Burns, Editor-In-Chief

You can be forgiven for being among the majority of NFL fans who have no idea that the Cleveland Browns actually finished 8th in rushing offense in 2009.  When they learn it, many tend to discard the stat because the … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | 1 Comment

“I’M NEVER GONNA LOSE TO DENVER.”

Posted on April 30, 2010 by Ryan Burns, Editor-In-Chief

I knew I liked Colt McCoy.  Those of you who read the draft blog knew it, too.  Aside from being a little shorter than the prototype, what’s not to like?  The all-time wins lead among NCAA QB’s?  The 70% accuracy … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

DAWG DRAFT 2010

Posted on April 27, 2010 by Ryan Burns, Editor-In-Chief

Snarls to full wag in exactly 26 slots.  I was fine (if a bit unexcited) with the Joe Haden selection.  But after the Browns followed an apparent reach for TJ Ward at number 38 by paying a handsome ransom (thank … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment

THE BIRTH OF DAWG POUND WEST, AND THAT HORSE-TOOTHED BASTARD

Posted on April 26, 2010 by Ryan Burns, Editor-In-Chief

I am a Browns fan because my dad is a Browns fan.  (Thanks, Dad.)  I grew up in southern California and never set foot in Cleveland until I was thirty.  What I’m getting at is that I don’t really have … Continue reading →

Posted in Uncategorized | Leave a comment