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Quarterback quandary not a problem in Cleveland
By Solomon Wilcots | NFL Network

For nearly 15 years, the Cleveland Browns have searched for a franchise quarterback, and now they may have the luxury of having two. Both Derek Anderson and Brady Quinn are paid enough to be the Browns' starting quarterback, but only one can claim the job title. It has been 44 years since the Browns won their last championship and now either Anderson or Quinn must step forward to lead the franchise toward their ultimate goal.

For more than 40 years, the Browns were led by successful quarterbacks like Otto Graham, Frank Ryan, Brian Sipe and Bernie Kosar. Since Kosar's final season with the Browns in 1993, the team's search for a consistent winner at quarterback has been unsuccessful. However, the outlook at quarterback appears hopeful heading into 2008.

At this time last year, Derek Anderson was an unknown quarterback who was selected in the sixth round of the 2005 draft by the Baltimore Ravens. Snatched off the developmental squad by Browns general manager Phil Savage, Anderson had thrown eight interceptions in five career games prior to the start of the 2007 season.

After being named the starter in Week 2 of last season, Anderson went on to throw 29 touchdowns in 15 games, one shy of tying Sipe's 27-year old single-season team record. Anderson helped a Browns offense that had scored only 238 points in 2006 become one of only eight teams to score more than 400 points in 2007. Now, after recently signing a three-year contract extension, Anderson is determined to hold on to his job.

"It's my show right now," Anderson said. "It was important for me to stay where I know it's good with the coaches and the weapons I have around me in this offense with Braylon Edwards, Kellen Winslow and now Donte' Stallworth."

While at Notre Dame, Quinn broke 36 school records in four seasons as the quarterback for the Fighting Irish. He attempted only eight passes during the final game of his rookie season, but said his focus this offseason has been to drastically improve.

"I watched other quarterbacks like Peyton Manning and Tom Brady so that I could develop my own routine," Quinn said. "I'm searching for perfection in my game right now. I'm perfecting my throwing motion while having more efficiency and fluency."

Despite having a quarterback who went to the Pro Bowl in 2007 on the roster, Quinn is more confident going into his second season.

"The team, the organization, everyone has more confidence," Quinn said. "Last year I wanted to jump in right away, but I've seen the effects of waiting. Everything has slowed down, I'm seeing more and my second year is so much better in our organized team activities."

While both quarterbacks are open to having a friendly competition, they are also aware of the fact that only one can win the job.

"Brady and I are open to a competition, and we both believe that competition will make us better." Anderson said. "Our relationship is good. We are two guys working to get better, but two guys pulling in different directions is not good."

While complimentary of Anderson, Quinn remains ambitious.

"Derek is in the No.1 spot, but every year is a new year," Quinn said. "He did a good job of rallying the team after Week 1 last season. But in 2007, a record number of quarterbacks played in games. I feel it's best to prepare like I'm the starter. That time will come."

While Quinn's ambition is to ultimately be a starter, Anderson aims to take the Browns to the playoffs for the first time in six years.

Should Anderson struggle or fail to lead a postseason run, Quinn's presence adds intrigue.

"My goal this training camp is to win 'em all in the preseason," Quinn said. "I want to get the ball in my hands and produce. I expect to play by season's end."

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Originally posted by Drunkandstoopid:
My guess is Quinn gets to play in about 5-7 games +/- assuming DA stays healthy.

There will be a couple games where the Browns are up by 3 TDs in the 4th quarter and he'll be put in. He'll get spot time probably twice during the season if Derek appears "rattled"... 2 straight drives with ints, or 3 consecutive three and outs... to spell DA. Maybe a time or two for minor injuries/rest, similar to his appearance last year. He could see an entire 2nd half of any game following the Browns clinching a playoff spot.

The better the Browns do, the more time he'll see.

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Quinn said. "I want to get the ball in my hands and produce. I expect to play by season's end."

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Originally posted by WPBDawgfan:

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Originally posted by Drunkandstoopid:
My guess is Quinn gets to play in about 5-7 games +/- assuming DA stays healthy.

There will be a couple games where the Browns are up by 3 TDs in the 4th quarter and he'll be put in. He'll get spot time probably twice during the season if Derek appears "rattled"... 2 straight drives with ints, or 3 consecutive three and outs... to spell DA. Maybe a time or two for minor injuries/rest, similar to his appearance last year. He could see an entire 2nd half of any game following the Browns clinching a playoff spot.

The better the Browns do, the more time he'll see.

I tend to agree with you...looking at the schedule I see plenty of opportunities for BQ to get game time in...and believe it or not, an effective DA is going to be the key to it.

The Browns defense is going to be improved, and if DA improves and doesn't turn the ball over we have a great chance to blow some teams out. That means playing time for BQ.

Games I see as real potential for significant playing time include:
Both Cinci games
Both Baltimore games
Washington (their QB is soo suspect)
Denver
Buffalo
Houston
Phili

and that is just if we don't improve to the potential I see in this club.

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Originally posted by gmp:
SUBWAY BOY Needs to just shut up and hold the clipboard!!!!
and smack an occasional gay dude!!

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Originally posted by Lumbergh:

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Originally posted by gmp:
SUBWAY BOY Needs to just shut up and hold the clipboard!!!!
and smack an occasional gay dude!!

....and tell reporters that he's working on "perfection"

Wow, talk about conceded. I heard from a source on the team last year that BQ walked into training camp after his hold out like his shit didn't stink. Sounds to me like a guy who would charge $75 for an autograph.

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Originally posted by Dawg the Bounty Hunter:
You just proved yourself more of a BQ-hater than any of us are BQ-lovers.

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Originally posted by VaporTrail:
conceited.

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Originally posted by plumcrazy73:
Is he the only one charging for autographs