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Johnny Manziel Analysis

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For the past couple years, Cleveland Browns fans had to endure training camp and preseason until a starting quarterback was revealed. That isn’t the case this season as early indications point towards Josh McCown starting on opening day. Fortunately for Johnny Manziel, there is plenty of time and opportunities to surpass McCown on the depth chart.
As a matter of fact, Manziel took a huge step in the right direction if he wants the starting gig. In an earlier press conference, he admitted his faults and decided to drop the college shenanigans. Johnny has earned teammates respect with a new, mature and healthier mindset.
For the time being, Manziel has been working out with the second-team offense while he gets comfortable with his fourth coordinator in as many years. He will experience ups and downs, but expects to improve his game. …show more content…

The veteran is eager for a fresh start to prove that he is no fluke. After being a career back up, McCown flourished in Chicago when Jay Cutler got injured. In eight appearances, the quarterback recorded a 13:1 touchdown-interception ratio and was only sacked 11 times.
When the season concluded, he earned a contract and starting job for the Tamp Bay Buccaneers. The veteran struggled with his new team, starting 11 games and throwing just 11 touchdowns. McCown also threw 14 interceptions and was sacked 36 times. Despite the horrid numbers, the blame wasn’t all his to own. Tampa Bay’s offensive line ranked third in with 52 sacks allowed and led the league with 124 quarterback hits.
Fortunately, the Cleveland Browns host a significantly better O-Line. As we all witnessed in Chicago what McCown is capable of when he stays on his feet. In Cleveland, he should have more time to settle his feet and read the field. Not to mention the Browns have an improved running game. This should alleviate pressure off the quarterback position and set up the play

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