Preseason is Meaningless... Right?

Guage80 — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 12:58:30 -0000

I went in hoping the preseason would be a good indication of the regular season or a glimpse of what is to come. Many Browns fans feel it's the same ol'story of hopes for a winning team but the reality of a disaster, failed expectations, based on the preseason. Look around the league at teams who you would expect to do well that aren't in the preseason. So much is held back from players and play books that you can't get a good feel. Teams blitz more often because the play book is so limited there is no counter punch to the blitz.

The Browns will start the regular season with ALL their starters, with 0-0 record and something to prove. The hype or confidence in winning the Cowboys and Steelers games is gone but there is no need to panic for the season. If the Browns start the season 2-2 or better we have a great chance of winning the division this year.

I'm still looking forward to the season with my expectations adjusted slightly.

Poll

Based on what you've seen so far how do you feel the Browns will do in the 2008 season?

9-7 or better (Division Winners)

36 votes

9-7 or better (Wildcard)

9 votes

9-7 or better (Miss Playoffs)

7 votes

7-9/8-8

25 votes

6-10 or worse

10 votes

87 votes | Poll has closed

Browns vs. Giants preseason game the best thing for the Browns

Guage80 — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 00:26:12 -0000

The loss to the Giants was a wake up call in preseason when the records get wiped out.
The next preseason game became important not for a tune up game but to see how our players respond to adversity.
Cribbs high ankle sprain should heal before the Cowboys game
Anderson injury not serious long term and gives Browns a chance to evaluate Quinn in an important game. This evaluation had to take place sooner then later and Anderson will be back in time to start the season.
The holes in the secondary are a surely not to be missed by Savage who will remove any excuses of budget or signing bonuses and sign an impact player before the season begins.
Embarrassing performance by the O-line which not only got kicked around but allowed the #1 QB to get hurt. That performance will not soon be forgotten by those 5 - 7 guys

Did I miss any?

___Ok so the Browns didn't read my post. I'm not even sure I should get direct tv now...

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