Category Archives: Rob Ryan

First and 12: Somehow that seems appropriate, no?

Posted on December 1, 2009 by Pat McManamon

1)      Sadly, it's official: The Browns have been eliminated from the playoffs. 2)      Brady Quinn gave little hope for the future with the way he played in Cincinnati, but I still would not give up on him. This season has … Continue reading →

Posted in Brady Quinn, Brian Robiskie, Browns, Eric Mangini, Eric Steinbach, First and 10, McManamon, Rob Ryan, Shaun Rogers | Tagged , , , | 54 Comments

First and 10: The frustration grows

Posted on October 27, 2009 by Pat McManamon

I'll be at the Cavs opener tonight, so this week's First and 10 arrives a little early. 1)      There were many reactions to my idea that it's time for the Browns to admit they made a mistake with Eric Mangini, … Continue reading →

Posted in Brady Quinn, Browns, Derek Anderson, Eric Mangini, First and 10, McManamon, Rob Ryan, Romeo Crennel | Tagged , | 50 Comments

Another thought on Mangini

Posted on October 25, 2009 by Pat McManamon

My column for tomorrow's Beacon Journal: It's time to admit a mistake with Eric Mangini.

Posted in Browns, Eric Mangini, McManamon, Randy Lerner, Rob Ryan | Tagged , | 63 Comments

Heckert out? Good news on defensive coordinator

Posted on January 8, 2009 by Pat McManamon

A rather significant orthodontist appointment for my daughter meant I could not attend Eric Mangini's initial news conference. Throw the flag on me if you like, but some things take priority — and my daughters definitely are on that list. … Continue reading →

Posted in Browns, Eric Mangini, McManamon, Rob Ryan | 6 Comments

Yes, it's Mangini

Posted on January 7, 2009 by Pat McManamon

News flash: The Browns hired Eric Mangini to be the team's coach. This has been expected for some time, but it's now official. Details on the contract and pay and structure and all that stuff will come soon enough. For … Continue reading →

Posted in Brian Daboll, Browns, Eric Mangini, McManamon, Randy Lerner, Rob Ryan | 1 Comment