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• Sashi Brown decries “rash of change” in Cleveland
Sashi Brown didn’t get much time to turn the Browns around. He’d like to see what will happen if anyone ever does. Brown, who was put in charge of the Browns’ personnel department in 2016 and fired in 2017, told the Akron Beacon Journal that he wants the Browns to pick a leader in their [more]...2020
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• Odell Beckham Jr.'s arrest warrant has been rescinded
The arrest warrant Odell Beckham Jr. drew in New Orleans this week has since been rescinded, according to Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal. Video emerged of the Browns wide receiver slapping a New Orleans police officer’s buttocks after Monday night’s national championship game, prompting the warrant, but NOPD confirmed that is no longer an ...2020
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• Nick Chubb cares about winning rushing title because “everyone cares”
Browns running back Nick Chubb has 1,453 rushing yards, putting him 92 yards ahead of Christian McCaffrey and 124 yards in front of Derrick Henry. “I haven’t looked, but people are encouraging me, telling me the numbers, things like that,” Chubb said Monday, via Marla Ridenour of the Akron Beacon Journal. He said he cares [more]...2019
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• Baker Mayfield stops short of endorsing Freddie Kitchens: ‘That’s not my decision’
Baker Mayfield and Freddie Kitchens appeared to have a great relationship over the second half of the season in 2018, and that is one of the main reasons the Cleveland Browns promoted Kitchens to head coach. But as a disappointing season for the team winds down, Mayfield is not exactly campaigning for the team to keep Kitchens around. Following Sun...2019
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• Myles Garrett allowed back at Browns facilities amid suspension
Even though he is still suspended indefinitely, Myles Garrett has been allowed back at Cleveland Browns facilities while he remains out of action. Nate Urlich of the Akron Beacon Journal reported that the league has changed its mind about whether Garrett can be allowed into team facilities during his suspension. Per Ulrich: “Garrett had been barred...2019
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• Myles Garrett back at Browns’ facility
Suspended Browns defensive end Myles Garrett isn’t allowed to play this year, but he is allowed to mix with his teammates and coaches at the Browns’ facility. Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports that the NFL, which initially wouldn’t let Garrett report to the facility during his suspension for beating Mason Rudolph ove...2019
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• Baker Mayfield on his hand: “Mama didn’t raise a wuss”
Baker Mayfield said he will throw Thursday and play Sunday. Count on it. “Mama didn’t raise a wuss,” the Browns quarterback said, via Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal. Mayfield has not thrown since hitting his hand on the helmet of Bud Dupree on Sunday. He missed only two plays at the end of [more]...2019
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• AL Notes: Lindor, Zimmer, Indians, Orioles
The latest from the Junior Circuit . . . There’s no timetable on Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor’s return, writes Ryan Lewis of the Akron Beacon-Journal. The 25-year-old three-time all-star will reportedly get a second opinion on his “mild-to-moderate[ly]” sprained left ankle Monday in Green Bay, Wisconsin, as the Clevela...2019
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• Still no timetable for Francisco Lindor's return
There’s no timetable on Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor’s return, writes Ryan Lewis of the Akron Beacon-Journal. The 25-year-old three-time All-Star will reportedly get a second opinion on his “mild-to-moderate[ly]” sprained left ankle Monday in Green Bay, Wisconsin, as the Cleveland brass trips over itself to ensure the superstar’s stint on the...2019
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• Browns ask NFL to allow Kareem Hunt to be with team during suspension
The Browns are asking the NFL to allow Kareem Hunt to remain with the team during his eight-game suspension, a source tells Mary Kay Cabot of The Plain Dealer. Players are typically banned from the team facility and all activities during personal conduct policy suspensions, but the club is looking for an exemption in Hunt’s case. Given Hunt’s histo...2019
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• Myles Garrett allowed back at Browns facilities amid suspension
Even though he is still suspended indefinitely, Myles Garrett has been allowed back at Cleveland Browns facilities while he remains out of action. Nate Urlich of the Akron Beacon Journal reported that the league has changed its mind about whether Garrett can be allowed into team facilities during his suspension. Per Ulrich: “Garrett had been barred...2019
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• Myles Garrett back at Browns’ facility
Suspended Browns defensive end Myles Garrett isn’t allowed to play this year, but he is allowed to mix with his teammates and coaches at the Browns’ facility. Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports that the NFL, which initially wouldn’t let Garrett report to the facility during his suspension for beating Mason Rudolph ove...2019
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• Still no timetable for Francisco Lindor's return
There’s no timetable on Indians shortstop Francisco Lindor’s return, writes Ryan Lewis of the Akron Beacon-Journal. The 25-year-old three-time All-Star will reportedly get a second opinion on his “mild-to-moderate[ly]” sprained left ankle Monday in Green Bay, Wisconsin, as the Cleveland brass trips over itself to ensure the superstar’s stint on the...2019
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• Browns ask NFL to allow Kareem Hunt to be with team during suspension
The Browns are asking the NFL to allow Kareem Hunt to remain with the team during his eight-game suspension, a source tells Mary Kay Cabot of The Plain Dealer. Players are typically banned from the team facility and all activities during personal conduct policy suspensions, but the club is looking for an exemption in Hunt’s case. Given Hunt’s histo...2019
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• Browns haven't discussed Tyrod Taylor trade
Tyrod Taylor profiles as a logical trade candidate, but Browns head coach Hue Jackson says the team has not discussed moving the quarterback between now and the Oct. 30 deadline (Twitter link via Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon-Journal). Taylor, meanwhile, says that he has not thought about requesting a trade. “It’s frustrating, but it’s a part of ...2018
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• Browns ask NFL to allow Kareem Hunt to be with team during suspension
The Browns are asking the NFL to allow Kareem Hunt to remain with the team during his eight-game suspension, a source tells Mary Kay Cabot of The Plain Dealer. Players are typically banned from the team facility and all activities during personal conduct policy suspensions, but the club is looking for an exemption in Hunt’s case. Given Hunt’s histo...2019
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• AL Central Notes: Hanley, Rosario, Turnbull
Hanley Ramirez has a March 24 opt-out date in his minor league contract with the Indians, tweets Ryan Lewis of the Akron Beacon Journal. They’ve been trying to get the veteran slugger as many at-bats as possible in a short period of time in order to make their best judgment on whether he can help…...2019
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• Evaluating his value to roster, Cleveland giving Hanley Ramirez more at-bats
Hanley Ramirez has a March 24 opt-out date in his minor league contract with the Indians, tweets Ryan Lewis of the Akron Beacon Journal. They’ve been trying to get the veteran slugger as many at-bats as possible in a short period of time in order to make their best judgment on whether he can help the club. If Ramirez were to make the roster, he’d s...2019
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• Ryan Flaherty opts out of Indians deal; Justin Grimm also weighing options
The Indians announced Wednesday that a pair of veteran non-roster invitees have been informed that they will not make the Opening Day club: right-hander Justin Grimm and infielder Ryan Flaherty. While the club indicated that the pair is weighing opt-out clauses, MLB Network’s Jon Heyman reports that Flaherty has already declared his intent to exerc...2019
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• Browns haven't discussed Tyrod Taylor trade
Tyrod Taylor profiles as a logical trade candidate, but Browns head coach Hue Jackson says the team has not discussed moving the quarterback between now and the Oct. 30 deadline (Twitter link via Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon-Journal). Taylor, meanwhile, says that he has not thought about requesting a trade. “It’s frustrating, but it’s a part of ...2018
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• NFL Predictions Week 17: Odds Projections, Fantasy Stars to Target and More
2016
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• Kyrie Irving's Superstar Career Arc Is Officially Back on Track
2016
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• Raptors vs. Cavaliers: Score, Highlights, Reaction from 2016 Regular Season
2016
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• Sashi Brown Comments on Browns Offense, Robert Griffin III and Cody Kessler
2016
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• LeBron James Becomes Youngest in NBA History to Score 27,000 Career Points
2016
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• LeBron reportedly said he does not like Houston as a city
The Houston Rockets are considered one of the favorites to land LeBron James this summer, but their geographic location may put them at a disadvantage over some other teams.In an appearance on ESPN LA’s “Afternoons with Marcellus & Travis” show Monday, Maria Ridenour of the Akron Beacon Journal shared an interesting piece of information about LeBro...2018
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• LeBron James: Isaiah Thomas' sister was 'looking down on him'
Count LeBron James among those left in awe by Isaiah Thomas’ inspirational 53-point performance on Tuesday night.Thomas’ epic performance in the Boston Celtics’ 129-119 Game 2 overtime victory over the Washington Wizards came on what would have been his sister’s 23rd birthday. Thomas’ sister died on April 15 in a car accident and the Celtics guard ...2017
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• Report: Cavs upset Durant did not get technical for taunting
The plot continues to thicken in the Golden State-Cleveland rivalry. According to a report by Jason Lloyd of the Akron Beacon Journal, the Cavaliers were irked that Richard Jefferson was given a taunting technical foul on Christmas Day after dunking on and winking at Kevin Durant when they believed Durant had been getting away with much worse durin...2016
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• Channing Frye Placed on Indefinite Leave Following Father's Death
2016
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• Channing Frye Placed on Indefinite Leave Following Father's Death
2016
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• Richard Jefferson to Cavaliers: Latest Contract Details, Analysis and Reaction
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• NBA Says Kevin Durant Was Fouled on Final Possession of Warriors vs. Cavaliers
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• LeBron James Says He, Mike Miller and James Jones Are the 'Big 3'
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• LeBron James, Kyrie Irving, More Wear 'I Can't Breathe' Shirts Before Cavs-Nets
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• Kevin Love Rumors: Latest Buzz, Speculation on Star's Future with Cavaliers
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• How Cleveland Cavaliers Can Maximize Kevin Love Next Season
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• David Blatt Fired by Cavaliers: Latest Details, Comments and Reaction
2016
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• LeBron James Asked Cavaliers Not to Party During LA Road Trip
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• Johnny Manziel Declared a 'New Guy' by Browns OC John DeFilippo
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• Tyronn Lue, Cavaliers Agree to New Contract: Latest Details, Comments, Reaction
2016
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Akron Beacon Journal fantasy rankings and news
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• NFL Predictions Week 17: Odds Projections, Fantasy Stars to Target and More
2016
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• Fantasy Football Week 5 Rankings: Projections to Love and Matchups to Exploit
2016
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• Week 5 Fantasy Football Projections: Top 100 Players and PPR Predictions
2016
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• Crowded NBA Western Conference Is Just a 4-Team Race
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• Week 13 Start 'Em, Sit 'Em: Superstars to Remove from Lineups Before Sunday
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• Myles Garrett allowed back at Browns facilities amid suspension
2019
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• Browns haven't discussed Tyrod Taylor trade
2018
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• Lue: Tristan Thompson and Larry Nance Jr. to share the starting center’s role
Cavaliers coach Tyronn Lue plans to have Tristan Thompson and Larry Nance Jr. share the starting center’s role depending on the matchup, according to Marla Ridenour of the Akron Beacon-Journal. Thompson will be the starter against teams with taller centers, while Nance will match up against smaller and quicker opponents.“Last year it kind of wore L...2018
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• Carpenter's time with the Jets likely coming to an end
James Carpenter has been the starting left guard for the Jets for the past three seasons, but 2018 is likely to be his last with the team, according to Brian Costello of the New York Post. Carpenter is heading into the final year of the four-year $19MM deal he signed with New York back in 2015. Carpenter’s play declined significantly last season, a...2018
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• Shootaround (May 28): Is LeBron James setting unbreakable records?
No. 1: Are LeBron's playoff feats getting out of reach? -- As he piles up the playoff appearances and chops down post-season scoring and other records, LeBron James is setting a pace that now seems very difficult to match. Someone must come along at a very young age, remain healthy and deliver at such a consistently high level to even come close to...2017
Akron Beacon Journal rumors, scandals
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• LeBron still doesn't get it after Blake Griffin comments
Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James loves to hear himself talk. He seemingly has an opinion on everything sports and non-sports related in the United States today. That’s his right. And as the face of the NBA, people listen to what LeBron has to say.But his comments following the shocking trade of Blake Griffin from the Los Angeles Clippers to...2018
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• Gregg Williams Named Browns DC: Latest Contract Details, Comments and Reaction
2017
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• NFL Rumors: Latest Buzz on Top Free Agents and Trade Targets for 2017 Offseason
2017
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• NFL Rumors: Latest Buzz on Jimmy Garoppolo, Predraft Trades and More
2016
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• Cleveland Cavaliers' Offseason Has Only Just Begun
2016