Everything boils down to Holmgren and his vision for the Cleveland Browns. It’s hard to imagine him to putting in place his own head coach but maybe he took the job thinking Mangini could fit the bill. Then again if that were the case I’m sure Mangini would have been informed by now that his job is safe.

In all fairness to Eric the Browns did finish the season winning four games in a row, which started with a huge upset win over the Steelers. The next three wins came against Kansas City, Oakland and a Jaguars team that had pretty much packed it in. So take the four game win streak how you want, but as they say a win is a win.

Things finished on a promising note for the Browns. The defense seemed to gel a little, Jerome Harrison looks like he’ll be a suitable replacement for Jamal Lewis and Josh Cribbs is finally starting to get recognized as one of the leagues biggest playmakers.

Unfortunately for Mangini this probably won’t be enough to save his job. Holmgren will have come into Cleveland with a plan and it’s hard to see Mangini being a part of that. Maybe Eric could get a job back in New England or something. I’m sure they could find him a job, like say, videotaping practices…..Patriots practices of course.

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In bringing in Holmgren, the Browns now have someone with serious credibility running the show. Holmgren most recent success came in 2005 when he guided the Seattle Seahawks to Super Bowl 40, losing to the Pittsburgh Steelers.

The big story now though is the future of Eric Mangini. Mangini commented that he feels secure with his job. Other people are talking about Holmgren wanting to bring in his own coach. The latter definitely makes more sense considering the difference in styles.

This is a positive step forward for the Browns. Mike Holmgren can only make this team better. How much better we’ll have to wait and see. But I would expect some major changes that’s for sure.

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The bigger picture here is that play that Cribbs was injured on. What kind of a coach risks injury on some sort of stupid college style play that won’t even win them the game. Every week that goes by I get more disgusted with Eric Mangini.

Josh Cribbs is hands down the most explosive player the Browns have had since Eric Metcalf. This guy may be the only reason most people keep some sort of interest in the team, he’s their only offensive threat. Yet they won’t give him a contract extension. Most teams reward their best players, not Cleveland.

The Browns have a total of 5, yup 5, offensive touchdowns in the last 15 games. You read that right. I’m going to keep repeating myself until something’s done: they need to get rid of Eric Mangini. A good portion of those 15 games have now been played this season and there’s still no sign of change. Get rid of Mangenius or stay shitty, those are your options Cleveland.

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I actually think this is the right move. I think Quinn is a better fit at quarterback for the Browns and they drafted him with the intent for him to start so why not give him the reins.

At this point in the season the Browns have nothing to lose. It’s 100% worth it to see if Quinn will be in their future plans. As for Mangini this is a last ditch attempt to squeeze anything out of this season. Unless the Browns turn into some sort of unstoppable force, it’s not going to make a difference for him or his job.

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I’m sure Eric has in his head some sort of situation whereby he calls a huge news conference on Wednesday and as flashbulbs shutter as he announces to the world the name of his starting quarterback. But I guessed he’s missed the headlines for the last 8 weeks that nobody gives a shit about the Browns.

Look Mangini, don’t play coy with this situation. Baltimore doesn’t care who you start at quarterback and neither does anyone else. You know why? Because your team is the laughing stock of the league right now. And not being able to name your starting quarterback going into week 10 of the season whilst coming off a bye just adds to the fact.

I want to see the Browns succeed and I know there’s a whole city that wants the same thing. The whole situation is a mess and it needs to be cleaned up. Clearly this season is a write off. But if I’m Randy Lerner I’m cleaning house as of Monday Jan. 4, and it starts with Mangenius.

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The Browns are the worst team in the NFL right now and I don’t think there’s going to be any bright spots for them this year. I’ve never seen a starting quarterback as inept as Derek Anderson. He’s completed less than 43% of his passes, averaging 4.4 yards per pass, he’s thrown 2 touchdowns and 9 interceptions. While he’s not getting major protection he’s not getting bullied either, he’s only been sacked 9 times in 6 games. Brady Quinn was benched because he was holding on to the ball for too long and not making decisions. Derek Anderson is the starter despite his habit of making stupid decsions and maybe not holding on to the ball long enough.

So a patch has been put on one of the many holes on the SS Browns and Lerner and company are hoping that it’s enough to keep it a float long enough so all the fans don’t jump ship. Knowing how passionate the Browns fans are I have a feeling they’ll stick it out with their team. I think Randy Lerner knows this too and if he doesn’t do anything more to improve his franchise it tells me all he cares about is the money those fans put in his wallet. That’s enough to make any true football fan want to puke.

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