Cleveland Browns

Weeden still has to like his chances

Cleveland Browns quarterback Brandon Weeden told The Plain Dealer that he wasn't given any advance warning that the team was going to sign Brian Hoyer, and that he hasn't been told of Hoyer's role.

Brandon Weeden surprised Browns signed QB Brian Hoyer, but welcomes challengers

Reviewing AFC North position rankings

For the past two weeks, the AFC North blog has ranked the positions in the division. Some positions were easy (running back was straightforward) and others were not (wide receiver and secondary were the toughest for me).

How Hoyer fits for Cleveland

In one of the least surprising moves of the offseason -- given the buzz regarding the potential development -- the Cleveland Browns have reached a deal with free agent QB Brian Hoyer, who was released earlier this week by the Arizona Cardinals.

Eight in the Box: Returning from injury

A look at key players for each AFC North team who are coming back from injuries: Baltimore Ravens: Cornerback Lardarius Webb. The Ravens need their top cornerback to return to his old form, especially with Cary Williams going to the Eagles in free agency.

Skrine at safety?

With a new coordinator taking control of the Cleveland Browns' defense, there is going to be a change in scheme as the club moves to a 3-4 alignment. But there will also be some adjustments in the secondary, and one player who appears to be involved in this alteration significantly is CB Buster Skrine.

How does Hoyer figure into Browns' plans?

By now, everyone knows the Cleveland Browns agreed on a two-year contract with quarterback Brian Hoyer. The question that remains is Hoyer's role. My take on Hoyer is he's a notch below backup quarterback Jason Campbell but probably better than most teams' No.

Wake-up: Browns sign Hoyer, Jackson

While the other teams in the AFC North are preparing for minicamps next week, the Cleveland Browns have been busy on and off the field during their workouts this week. The Browns signed two players (see below) and welcomed guard Jason Pinkston back to the practice field after a blood clot cut short last season for him.

Browns agree to deal with veteran QB Hoyer

Former New England Patriots and Arizona Cardinals quarterback Brian Hoyer agreed to a two-year deal with the Cleveland Browns on Thursday.