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FILE - In this Aug. 29, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns general manager John Dorsey walks on the field after an NFL preseason football game between the Detroit Lions, in Cleveland. It doesn’t take Andy Reid long when he pops on film of the Browns for the head coach of the Chiefs to see the unmistakable thumbprint of former general manager John Dorsey in their style and personnel. Probably because Reid still sees it on his own team, too. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Browns, Chiefs bear unmistakable thumbprint of their ex-GM

By Dave Skretta Jan. 13, 2021 04:13 PM EST

New York Giants offensive coordinator Jason Garrett gestures as he stands next to quarterback Colt McCoy (12) before an NFL football game against the Seattle Seahawks, Sunday, Dec. 6, 2020, in Seattle. Garrett's gesture is the hand sign for the University of Texas, where McCoy was the starting quarterback from 2006 to 2009. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Jason Garrett focused on Dallas, not on future with Giants

By Tom Canavan Dec. 31, 2020 04:36 PM EST

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, center, talks to quarterback Colt McCoy (12) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Garrett to call plays for Giants against Ravens on Sunday

Dec. 24, 2020 01:49 PM EST

Cleveland Browns' Olivier Vernon (54) tackles New York Giants' Wayne Gallman (22) with teammates during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Browns inch closer to ending playoff absence with road win

By Tom Withers Dec. 21, 2020 04:04 PM EST

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, center, talks to quarterback Colt McCoy (12) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Giants gamble against explosive Browns and come up a loser

Dec. 20, 2020 11:40 PM EST

Cleveland Browns' Jarvis Landry (80) catches a pass for a touchdown as New York Giants' Isaac Yiadom (27) defends during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Corey Sipkin)
Mayfield, Browns move closer to playoffs, top Giants 20-6

By Dennis Waszak Jr. Dec. 20, 2020 11:19 PM EST

Jones inactive, McCoy to start at QB for Giants vs. Browns

Dec. 20, 2020 07:19 PM EST
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) — Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is officially inactive and Colt McCoy will start in his place for New York on Sunday night against...

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, then-Cleveland Browns head coach Freddie Kitchens walks on the field during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland. Freddie Kitchens was fired after one stormy season as Browns coach. On Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, he'll get at shot at some personal payback. Kitchens will call plays for New York on Sunday night against Cleveland after Giants offensive coordinator Jason Garrett tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Giants' Kitchens downplays play-calling against Browns

By Tom Canavan Dec. 18, 2020 02:16 PM EST

New York Giants quarterback Daniel Jones, right, is brought down by Arizona Cardinals defense during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 13, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Noah K. Murray)
Browns and Giants meet in prime time with playoffs on line

By Tom Canavan Dec. 17, 2020 06:19 PM EST

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, then-Cleveland Browns head coach Freddie Kitchens walks on the field during the fourth quarter of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland. Freddie Kitchens was fired after one stormy season as Browns coach. On Sunday, Dec. 20, 2020, he'll get at shot at some personal payback. Kitchens will call plays for New York on Sunday night against Cleveland after Giants offensive coordinator Jason Garrett tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Ex-Browns coach to call plays for Giants against Cleveland

By Tom Withers Dec. 17, 2020 12:21 PM EST

Browns look for 10th win, Giants playoff hopes need help

The Associated Press Dec. 17, 2020 10:37 AM EST
CLEVELAND (9-4) at NEW YORK GIANTS (5-7) Sunday, 8;20 p.m. ET, NBC OPENING LINE - Cleveland by 3 ...

Virginia hosted St. Francis during the first home game of the season Tuesday, Dec. 1, 2020 in Charlottesville, Va. (Andrew Shurleff/The Daily Progress via AP)
The Latest: Sun Belt championship game canceled

By The Associated Press Dec. 17, 2020 09:31 AM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, file photo, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) reaches for a pass as Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Darius Phillips (23) defends during an NFL football game in Cincinnati. The sure-handed wide receiver came in last week and made several clutch catches for the Browns after Odell Beckham Jr. got hurt. (AP Photo/Emilee Chinn, File)
WR Higgins grabs chance to play more for Browns with OBJ out

By Tom Withers Oct. 30, 2020 03:07 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Indianapolis Colts, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Same old Browns? Cleveland can quiet critics in Pittsburgh

By Will Graves Oct. 15, 2020 04:53 PM EDT

FILE - In this Nov. 14, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett, left, gets ready to hit Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Mason Rudolph, second from left, with a helmet during the second half of an NFL football game in Cleveland. The Browns star defensive end can't undo his helmet-swinging attack on Rudolph last season or the six-game NFL suspension that ensued. That damage is done and irreparable. But he isn't going to let the incident define him, and as he prepares for his fourth season, he's not worried about any outside perceptions of him as a person or player. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
On edge: Browns' Garrett returns after NFL suspension

By Tom Withers Sep. 11, 2020 04:00 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield warms up for the NFL football team's scrimmage Friday, Sept. 4, 2020, in Cleveland. (Joshua Gunter/Cleveland.com via AP)
No excuses: Mayfield turns page on 2019, focused for Browns

By Tom Withers Sep. 09, 2020 03:57 PM EDT

FILE - In this June 23, 2020, file photo, Tampa Bay Buccaneers NFL football quarterback Tom Brady, far right, is seen along with other players during a private workout at Berkeley Preparatory School in Tampa, Fla. Brady is looking for a big bounce-back this season. (Chris Urso/Tampa Bay Times via AP, File)
A star-studded list of NFL players looking for 2020 rebound

By Arnie Stapleton Aug. 10, 2020 03:43 PM EDT

Browns look to bounce back under new coach Stefanski

By The Associated Press Jul. 20, 2020 03:09 PM EDT
CLEVELAND BROWNS (6-10) CAMP SITE: Berea, Ohio LAST YEAR: Browns fell woefully short of high expectations. Early...

FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham (13) laughs during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Ariz. Beckham, who skipped Cleveland's program last spring after being acquired from the Giants, has been a “model guy” during the team's virtual program. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
OBJ a "model guy" during Browns' virtual offseason program

By Tom Withers Jun. 03, 2020 05:20 PM EDT

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield reacts during an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens in Cleveland. The Browns quarterback said being away from football has given him time to reflect on his career and made him more determined to rebound from a tough second season in the NFL. Mayfield spoke Wednesday, May 27, 2020, on a Zoom call for the first time since the end of last season. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Quieter Mayfield knows Year 3 vital for him after rough '19

By Tom Withers May. 27, 2020 05:33 PM EDT