FartWaffles 1,857 Posted October 31, 2017 http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/9290/aj-mccarron ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Browns believed they completed their acquisition of Bengals QB A.J. McCarron before Tuesday's deadline, but that the league would not allow it to go through. Schefter reports the Browns notified the NFL of the deal "moments too late," and that the league would not budge. ESPN Clevelad's Tony Grossi went as far as to report that the Browns were "celebrating" McCarron's acquisition and "forgot to call in the deal before the deadline." That seems a bit hard to believe, though we really want to. The Cincinnati Enquirer reports the Browns were ready to part with second- and third-round picks. Coach Hue Jackson was McCarron's coordinator his first two years in the league. The Browns have lost control of their quarterback narrative, letting their rivals and media paint them as hapless in their pursuit of an answer under center. This might be the most lolBrowns moment to date. 3 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigBen07 285 Posted October 31, 2017 They finally get a chance for a competent QB and fuck it up. lolBrownsforever. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Barracuda 629 Posted October 31, 2017 Anyone who can’t start over Andy Dalton is hardly a competent QB. No thanks. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigBen07 285 Posted October 31, 2017 (edited) McCarron was going to be traded out of Cincy IIRC, though. This was a big chance. Edited October 31, 2017 by BigBen07 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Barracuda 629 Posted October 31, 2017 If you remember correctly? A story just came out that said he was about to be traded to the Browns. Your memory isn’t that bad Ben. A big chance for who? The Browns? To get a guy that can’t beat out Andy Dalton? Nononononon. A big chance for the Bengals to steal some draft picks, good thing that didn’t happen 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigBen07 285 Posted October 31, 2017 (edited) If you remember correctly? A story just came out that said he was about to be traded to the Browns. Your memory isn’t that bad Ben. A big chance for who? The Browns? To get a guy that can’t beat out Andy Dalton? Nononononon. A big chance for the Bengals to steal some draft picks, good thing that didn’t happen McCarron was the subject of trade rumors after he filled in for an injured Dalton last season. Cincy was waiting for the right offer and claimed Jeff Driskel off waviers with the intention of developing him if a deal did happen, which obviously didn't. Edited October 31, 2017 by BigBen07 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blotsfan 2,112 Posted October 31, 2017 I think the Browns intentionally did this to fuck over the Bengals. Because this trade would've been a disaster for Cleveland. https://twitter.com/JimOwczarski/status/925477442302676992 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Vin+ 3,121 Posted October 31, 2017 The Cincinnati Enquirer reports there was a "disconnect" between the Browns' front office and coaching staff regarding Bengals QB A.J. McCarron. Despite the disconnect, the Browns were ready to surrender second- and third-round picks for McCarron's services on Tuesday. The league office confirmed the deal was not confirmed because of a "paperwork issue." Truly unbelievable. The "disconnect" almost certainly stemmed from McCarron's ex-OC Hue Jackson overvaluing him in the eyes of the Browns' front office. Sashi Brown and Paul DePodesta are probably breathing a sigh of relief, while Jackson is likely fuming. The Browns' disastrous 1-23 record on Jackson's watch can hardly be laid at his feet, but it's seeming increasingly likely he won't be around to finish the (never-ending) rebuild. Source: Cincinnati Enquirer Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BigBen07 285 Posted October 31, 2017 A "disconnect". That's all it was? Glad we found that out. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Cherry 1,302 Posted November 1, 2017 Some reports that Browns sent signed copy of the deal to Bengals to sign. Bengals apparently signed then sent to league office... Without Browns signature attached? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BwareDWare94 723 Posted November 1, 2017 Botched or not, the right thing for the Cleveland Browns happened. AJ McCarron is a low level game manager at best, and Cleveland has no offensive talent, anyway. His confidence would have been shot by the end of the season. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Favre4Ever+ 4,476 Posted November 1, 2017 This "botch" is the biggest win of the season for Cleveland. They were about to send 2nd and 3rd round picks for AJ Fucking McCarron? Really? Please tell me that was a joke. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FartWaffles 1,857 Posted November 2, 2017 http://www.rotoworld.com/player/nfl/9449/jimmy-haslam Profootballtalk.com reports Browns co-owner Dee Haslam went "nuclear" on the team's front office after it nixed Tuesday's failed A.J. McCarron trade. Based on a collection of national and local reports on the topic, it appears as if Browns ownership has taken the side of Hue Jackson over the front office. Jackson spent time with McCarron in Cincinnati and was the driving force behind Tuesday's trade talks. Multiple reports also indicate the front office -- known to be at odds with Jackson -- was the driving force behind the trade not going through. Ownership will ultimately decide the front office's fate. At present, it's not looking good for Sashi Brown, Paul DePodesta, and company. Jackson appears to have won the power struggle, for better or (more likely) worse. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SteVo+ 3,702 Posted November 2, 2017 Browns... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Vl8yXfnSMw Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blotsfan 2,112 Posted November 2, 2017 I know this might surprise you guys but I think the Browns are a mess. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
