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When was the last time that team was worth a crap? All I remember is that Icky dude.

Did they? I don't even follow the NFL. And on a random note, the last MLB game I went to was the Reds. That's a nice stadium.

There's professional football teams in Ohio? I mean, I realize O$U may grease some palms, but they're not in the NFL.

(Searching for the BAN HAMMER)

Seems like they had some solid picks at this point. I've never been a fan of grading a team's draft right away. No matter what your initial reaction is, you have to wait 2-3 years, and sometimes longer, to really evaluate how they did.

Personally, I was pretty upset with what the Browns did, but if it ends up working out, I'd be happy to admit I was wrong.

I honestly didn't like either pick. They have zero legit studs on defense in the most physical division in the league and haven't had a decent pass rusher in five years. Look at Pittsburgh and Baltimore's defense, then look at Cleveland's. It's not even close. IMO, when you're 4-12, you don't have the luxury to draft a running back that high, especially when history has proven that you can find a back just as good later in the draft. Richardson is a great player, but what's he going to do if there's no room to run and the defense can't stop anyone with the game on the line?

I love it when a team has 2 first round picks and their fans get all excited. You had 2 1st round picks you should do well.

Really I thought the first round was just okay. I was happier with getting Thompson at the end of the third and Jones in the fifth. Seemed like the Bengals drafted guys with good value all through the middle part of the draft. This is refreshing after years of reaching for very questionable character guys or players who lacked production but looked good on paper.