Bummie Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Per Toni Grossi, on Twitter, Browns have signed former Bears WR Earl Bennett. I have found nothing to confirm this thus far. Anyone heard anything? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TypicalBrowns Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 I have also heard things, i think its true Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TypicalBrowns Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 I mean, Earl Bennett wasnt the worst reciever, but why does this remind me of signing Willis Mcgahee last year when we were paper thin at RB?? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bummie Posted May 15, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Matt Mramer on Fansided - The article is titled "Browns Options at Wide Receiver" - I pulled it up using the Bleacher Report app so I don't have a link Earl Bennett never really got a fair shake in Chicago. He always seemed to be overlooked after being taken in the third round of the 2008 draft, sitting behind noted studs Brandon Marshall and Alshon Jeffery last season. Bennett could be a relatively cheap investment, as he has drawn minimal interest on the free agent market. At just over 6 feet and 200 pounds, Bennett offers solid route-running ability and a set of sure hands to the offense, something that Cleveland has been lacking for several years. While he doesnt have top-end speed, Bennett is a smart wideout and uses tools such as head fakes and quick jukes to get separation from defenders, even if they are faster or more athletic than he is. This was on display last December, when the Bears came to Cleveland and handed the Browns a 38-31 loss, with Bennett catching a critical touchdown pass with under five minutes left in the game. Even with the Browns brass being comprised of new leaders this offseason, Clevelands front office had a chance to see first-hand the impact Bennett can have less than six months ago. If given an opportunity to play a more substantial role in a teams offense, Bennett could be a major contributor and a valuable asset to whatever team decides to sign him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zombo Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 He's not good. Would just be veteran camp fodder. Zombo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bummie Posted May 15, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 I don't know much about him. Ran in the 4.4s out of college (6 years ago). If he indeed runs solid routes and has good hands, even if he runs in the high 4.5s now, he'll be an upgrade to our starting WRs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LBC mike Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 http://nfltraderumors.co/report-browns-sign-veteran-wr-earl-bennett/ http://inagist.com/all/466766190665158656/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
D Bone Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 "Pro Football Focus had him rated as the No. 72 receiver in the league in 2013" He's already better than any WR we put on the field last year with the exception of Puffy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LBC mike Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 "Pro Football Focus had him rated as the No. 72 receiver in the league in 2013" He's already better than any WR we put on the field last year with the exception of Puffy. So basically he is rated as a 3rd stringer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TypicalBrowns Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Questionable is still an appropriate word to describe why Farmer didnt at least draft one reciever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
acmikeac Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Confirmed on BR, at least it says so. Now the Browns are scraping the bottom of the barrel. I know many experst on here disagree but that #5 pick could have been a receiver. Next year, except I now could care less. When Johnny get broken in half it all comes tumbling down. See ya, looking for a real team to follow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ballpeen Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 No it isn't Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gftChris Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Confirmed on BR, at least it says so. Now the Browns are scraping the bottom of the barrel. I know many experst on here disagree but that #5 pick could have been a receiver. Next year, except I now could care less. When Johnny get broken in half it all comes tumbling down. See ya, looking for a real team to follow. Cheerio. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harry Buffalo Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Confirmed on BR, at least it says so. Now the Browns are scraping the bottom of the barrel. I know many experst on here disagree but that #5 pick could have been a receiver. Next year, except I now could care less. When Johnny get broken in half it all comes tumbling down. See ya, looking for a real team to follow. Later twat waffle. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hx214 Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Confirmed on BR, at least it says so. Now the Browns are scraping the bottom of the barrel. I know many experst on here disagree but that #5 pick could have been a receiver. Next year, except I now could care less. When Johnny get broken in half it all comes tumbling down. See ya, looking for a real team to follow. They sign Earl Bennett and the wheels fall off your bandwagon! Hahahaha Don't let the door hit ya on the way out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nuckin Futz Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Confirmed on BR, at least it says so. Now the Browns are scraping the bottom of the barrel. I know many experst on here disagree but that #5 pick could have been a receiver. Next year, except I now could care less. When Johnny get broken in half it all comes tumbling down. See ya, looking for a real team to follow. Hey! C'mon back! You forgot your tampons cum dumpster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zombo Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Confirmed on BR, at least it says so. Now the Browns are scraping the bottom of the barrel. I know many experst on here disagree but that #5 pick could have been a receiver. Next year, except I now could care less. When Johnny get broken in half it all comes tumbling down. See ya, looking for a real team to follow. We will always look back fondly on the acmikeac era: May 11 - May 15th, 2014 Fare thee well, and thank you for those inspirational four days of front runner fandom. Zombo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Comeonman Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 See ya JF fan, fans that follow one player are douchebags btw Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jrb12711 Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 I love when people see moves like this (see Vince Young) and assume this entails more than what it is. Vets get picked up and dropped all the time, it's the name of the game in the NFL. Just because we signed him doesn't mean he even makes it past the first round of cuts. Kicking the tires on players this time of year isn't a bad thing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thenew23 Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 He was signed in Chicago because he had a rapport with Cutler from college, but it never really materialized. Not a bad player, but not a superstar. He's only six foot, so Im sure there will be some tears. What??? Where do you get this bullshi**?? The Bears DRAFTED Bennett in the 3rd round, a year before they even signed Jay Cutler... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bummie Posted May 15, 2014 Author Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 I love when people see moves like this (see Vince Young) and assume this entails more than what it is. Vets get picked up and dropped all the time, it's the name of the game in the NFL. Just because we signed him doesn't mean he even makes it past the first round of cuts. Kicking the tires on players this time of year isn't a bad thing.I think most that are logical understand this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cdl15 Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Ehhh Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zombo Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 I love when people see moves like this (see Vince Young) and assume this entails more than what it is. Vets get picked up and dropped all the time, it's the name of the game in the NFL. Just because we signed him doesn't mean he even makes it past the first round of cuts. Kicking the tires on players this time of year isn't a bad thing. ^This. Z Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Taco918 Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 We will always look back fondly on the acmikeac era: May 11 - May 15th, 2014 Fare thee well, and thank you for those inspirational four days of front runner fandom. Zombo Now that's funny. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Gipper Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Confirmed on BR, at least it says so. Now the Browns are scraping the bottom of the barrel. I know many experst on here disagree but that #5 pick could have been a receiver. Next year, except I now could care less. When Johnny get broken in half it all comes tumbling down. See ya, looking for a real team to follow. Door>>>>Ass>>>>>>No Hit>>>>>>Out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hx214 Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Just reading through a few stories on the pickup and was surpised to see how many Bears fans responded to the stories and think he is a good reciever, nothing flashy but good hands. Sounds like could be good depth for the WR core. Personally, I have no problem with this types of guys. Give them new life on a new team and they might produce. I always think of that season Brandon Lloyd had with the Broncos. He came out of no where that year and I think he was 30 or 31. Didn't do much after that season, but if you can squeeze one solid year out of some of these guys and get you to the next off season it's win win for everybody. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tour2ma Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 Not sure what the argument would be to not give Bennett a look... They sign Earl Bennett and the wheels fall off your bandwagon! Hahahaha LOL... apparently that was one camelback just waiting for another straw. A moment of silence for our departed acmikeac...2...3...4... that ought to do it... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DownSouthKC Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 YEAH, YEAH!!! FUCK YEAH! OH YEAH!!! I CANT BELIEVE-LAND IT!!! But seriously, I don't mind it ... Especially if Gordon's issues are exaggerated. Without Gordon I'm still hoping for an Andre Johnson type splash. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vagitron Posted May 15, 2014 Report Share Posted May 15, 2014 What??? Where do you get this bullshi**?? The Bears DRAFTED Bennett in the 3rd round, a year before they even signed Jay Cutler... Hey now! He writes articles for bleacher report. He knows his stuff *cough* Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kvoethe Posted May 16, 2014 Report Share Posted May 16, 2014 Per various sports sources. Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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