He had eight of his nine career picks during his three-year stint in Cleveland. Following the trade for Deshaun Watson, the Cleveland Browns had limited draft capital in the 2023 NFL Draft. But Metcalf's wow game wasn't always showcased because Bud Carson and then Bill Belichick used him more as an inside runner, instead of putting him in space where his incredible speed and Barry Sanders-like moves could have made him a superstar. WebCleveland Browns Gaines drafted by the Cleveland Browns in the sixth round, 189th overall, of the 2015 NFL Draft. 104 overall draft pick in 1984 (Boston College), he caught 315 passes for 4,148 yards and 20 TDs from 1984-91. Cleveland needed to add an interior defensive presence in this class, and in Ika, they certainly get that. He was the ultimate run-stopper that took the hits so the linebackers could make the tackles. Tretter didnt practice again Thursday so he could get more treatment on the ankle he injured last week while blocking on a quarterback sneak in the first half of a loss to the Chargers. I feel like its fate.. Bob Gries followed in his fathers footsteps to attend Yale University. The draft panel went at it for19 rounds, with the draft order being oldest to youngest, age range 79 to 65 Ray Yannucci, Mike McLain, Steve Doerschuk and Steve King in each round. Ted Wilson (Washington, tenth round) 2023 www.beaconjournal.com. Basirs credits include the award-winningA Boy. Gaines is repped by ICM Partners, and Curated By Media is represented by Todd Rubenstein of Morris Yorn. Maternal grandfather Nathan Dauby was the builder of the May Company and a leading business and philanthropic leader. A member of the 1964 championship team, he made eight of his 27 interceptions in 1966. You can help Wikipedia by expanding it. 28 overall draft pick by the Colts in 1950 (Brown University), he played for the Browns from 1953-58 and never missed a game. In 1980 he was installed in the National Football Foundation's College Football Hall of Fame (along with Merlin Olsen of Utah State and Calvin Jones of Iowa) and in 1993 he was entered into the Kentucky Athletic Hall of Fame. Bob Gain's football skills make him stand out from the crowd - he is certainly an athlete in every sense of the word. 2023 Cleveland Browns. Gaines returns to Buffalo on 1-year deal. He made sure the rubber band defense didn't snap too often. Diversity and Opportunity Fellowship Program. (Left to right) Bob Gain, Bernie Kosar, Mrs. Pastor, and Reggie Langhorne. Winfreys arrest stemming from a domestic dispute doesnt help the Browns interior problem. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Gain was named to five Pro Bowls and a second-team All Pro selection seven times. Jacob Roach. It has been a productive offseason for the Cleveland Browns, from coaching changes to a productive free agency period and Browns career: A No. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Greg Gaines. The Browns NFL Draft grades tell the story of how Clevelands 2023 haul unfolded. 1 weather alerts 1 Round 3, Pick 74: Cedric Tillman, WR, Tennessee. Time to remember him, folks. Signup for Breaking News Alerts & Newsletters. As treasurer of Carl Stokess mayoral campaign in 1967, he had a front row seat to history. Robert Gaines, 22, was last seen on October 30 in Cleveland. How we respond to that, how he (Mayfield) responds to a game like that is very, very critical, Haley said. Rumors of an ascent into Day 2 never materialized, but this still represents good value for the Browns. Paternal grandfather Rabbi Moses Gries was rabbi of Clevelands largest Reform temple and was instrumental in the founding of numerous Jewish and community organizations. Welcome to "The 75 Greatest Browns Players, Plus One For The Toe.". Gaines considered Hawkins story to be the epitome of perseverance, and reached out to Basir to direct. Mandatory Credit: Jasen Vinlove-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Chandon Sullivan. Perrion Winfrey was a talented player from Oklahoma but fell in the draft likely because of the maturity red flags he displayed during his rookie season. Gaines only recently moved into the starting lineup after Terrance Mitchell, who started Clevelands first four games, was placed on injured reserve after he broke his right wrist at Oakland on Sept. 30. Eddie played 20 pounds heavier than his actual weight, defying those who doubted he could play with the big boys. 2023 Deadline Hollywood, LLC. A ball hawk, he consistently showcases ball tracking and timing while using his athleticism to jump routes. Nate Davis of USA TODAY shredded the Browns draft, tying their overall grade to what We have one that is averaging 23 yards a reception (Jackson), another guy that is 14 yards per reception (Evans) and another guy that is 13 or 12, whatever he is (Goodwin). Stephen A. Smith details why Lamar Jackson is better positioned for a Super Bowl run than Aaron Rodgers. Gkids Acquires Toei Animation Title The First Slam Dunk Based On Takehiko Inoue Manga, Why Prayers Werent Answered For Are You There God? Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target DreMont Jones. 187 overall draft pick in 1981 (Louisville), he played all of his 148-game career with the Browns, through 1990. No. Gain passed away Nov. 14 at the age of 87. Bob Gain (79, second from left), Dick Schafrath (77, second from right), and Hanford Dixon (29, right) are inducted into the Cleveland Browns Legends, Class of 2003. WebBob Gain Robert Gain Position: DT-DE-MG-T 6-3 , 256lb (190cm, 116kg) Born: June 21 in Akron, OH More bio, uniform, draft, salary info 5x Pro Bowl 3x NFL Champ 74 79 Gain, a two-way standout on the defensive and offensive lines, was a force for the Browns in the trenches, whether it was stopping opposing running backs or protecting Hall of Fame quarterback Otto Graham's blindside. Houston had sprinter speed and fit right into the Browns 1940s-50s dynasty. Browns FA target Zach Allen. In a 1975 melee against the Steelers, Dieken saw DeLeone, who wasn't in the game at the time, charge off the sideline and throw a roundhouse punch at Steelers defensive tackle Mean Joe Greene. 98: Joe Taffoni, OT-OG, UT-Martin, 1967. It is a big challenge for us. Gaines is producing the upcoming series Black Samurai, action remake Fear Is the Keyfor Studiocanal, and sci-fi thrillerTimecrimeswritten by Steve Zaillian. Taffoni was a swing offensive lineman, capable of playing both inside at guard and outside at tackle. With Atlanta in 1995, as a wideout, he caught 104 passes and scored eight TDs. Torell Troup(Buffalo,second round) Coach Paul Brown called the Ivy Leaguer "a rough, almost brutal kind of defensive tackle" who provided fresh leadership needed to keep a I resolved to draft one more, and it came down to Wooten over Lin Houston. Coach Paul Brown called the Ivy Leaguer "a rough, almost brutal kind of defensive tackle" who provided fresh leadership needed to keep a dynasty fresh. We cant wait around and wait for somebody else to do it for (DE) Myles Garrett to make a big sack/fumble or something like that. These things, sometimes they flare up at different times in different ways with players, Jackson said. All Rights Reserved. (Left to right) Bob Gain, Bernie Kosar, Mrs. Pastor, and Reggie Langhorne. (Left to right) Bob Gain, Gene Hickerson, and Milt Plum during a practice in 1960. Hawkfollows thetrue storyof supreme underdog Hawkins, who gained entry into the NFL after faking his height, weight and social status to earn a multimillion-dollar contract with the Cleveland Browns. Basir said that thousands of former players go through that same struggle every year after final games or tryouts. On the football field he WAS NOT a gentle man. Rick Hamilton (Washington, third round) Does the draft?? 33 overall draft pick in 1960 (Purdue), he played in 106 games from 1960-67. Browns career: A No. 14 on Cleveland.com's top 100 Browns players list. A comment is provided by the man who made each pick. We will tape it up and we will see what it feels like, and we will make a good decision, said Tretter, who is wearing a walking boot. NFL insider Albert Breer seems to think the Browns may have a big move up their sleeve as well. Mr Gries credits much of his success to his wife Sally Gries, with whom he remains active in the philanthropic landscape of Cleveland. My entire identity was tied to my ability as an athlete and when that changed, it was tough trying to figure out my new focus.. WebView the profiles of people named Bob Gaines. 142, but its there or thereabouts where he is ranked on the PFN Big Board. 2007 CLEVELAND (AP) _ The wife of former Cleveland Browns defensive tackle Bob Gain has been charged with shooting him during an A member of the Democratic Party, he represented the 9th district.[1][2]. 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Doug Gabriel (Oakland, fifth round) Guys that can score the ball. 2002 Ver Lindens screenplayRiderecently made the 2018 Black List and her scriptAlicewas picked up by Imperative Entertainment. This is an all-star team meant to wake up ghosts, stir memoriesand spark conversation. Mike McLain: I considered contemporaries Mike Johnson and Dick Ambrose here. Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! 2015 And, he started at receiver for the 1948 Browns team that went 15-0. Browns career: He played in 187 NFL games, 97 with the Browns from 1982-88. His testing times might not quantify it, but Ika has an element of explosion to his game that screams pass-rush upside. It was assembled in the form of a draft by four long-time Browns writers who grew up long ago as Browns fans in families that lived in northeast Ohio, Your California Privacy Rights / Privacy Policy. But if you look at lists that include most popular players in Browns history you will find him. ?s top playmaker make sense for Cleveland at No. The Cleveland Browns add some depth at the offensive tackle position in the form of Ohio States Dawand Jones. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Quincy Williams. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target John Cominsky. He was inducted into the Cleveland Browns Legends Program in 2003 alongside Hanford Dixon and Dick Schafrath. Josh Robinson (Minnesota, third round) We have to do it. Pro Football Network, LLC. Cameras roll this summer. Bob Gain was a defensive tackle for the Browns (1952, 1954-1964), winning three NFL championships with the team and starting in five Pro Bowl games. Browns career: He never missed a game while playing for Browns teams that reached league championship games for 10 straight seasons, 1946 through 1955. WebBob Gain was a defensive tackle for the Browns (1952, 1954-1964), winning three NFL championships with the team and starting in five Pro Bowl games. Plum is the Browns' all-time leader in passer rating at 89.9, including an NFL-best 110.4 in 1960. Mike Mabry (Baltimore, seventh round) Rumors of some off-the-field concerns may have caused his slide to the Browns, who pick up a natural RT option. Ray Yannucci: Instead of the infamous refrain of "Metcalf Up The Middle," there should have been constant screaming of, "Wow, Look at Metcalf Go!" Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Javon Hargrave. "Backgrounds more than issues differentiate Hammond, Dunn", "King County Councilmembers, 1969-present", https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Bob_Gaines_(politician)&oldid=1126009888, Democratic Party members of the Washington House of Representatives, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, This page was last edited on 7 December 2022, at 01:48. LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) Bob Gain, an eight-time All-Pro defensive lineman with Cleveland who helped the Browns win three consecutive NFL titles, has died. Mandatory Credit: Stephen R. Sylvanie-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Marcus Davenport. Reach Steve at steve.doerschuk@cantonrep.com. Copyright 2019-2023. Despite adding Elijah Moore in the offseason, wide receiver Tillman has the long speed to take the top off a defense when required, while his ability to temper route tempo to deceive defensive backs ensures hes able to be a three-level threat. The starting left tackle is now under contract through 2024 season. That made him a Mr. Gries is fiercely proud of his lineage.

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 07: E.J. Browns career: A No. They need to investigate potential solutions, and their selection of Dorian Thompson-Robinson in the fifth round allows them to do just that. 1 or 4? WebBob Gain was a defensive tackle for the Browns (1952, 1954-1964), winning three NFL championships with the team and starting in five Pro Bowl games. He started in a couple of playoff wins for the Colts in 2015. Since age 51, Mr. Gries author of Aging with Attitude has traveled to 45 countries on all seven continents in his pursuit of physical adventures such as long-distance running, mountain climbing, biking and high-altitude hiking. Clevelands got a major injury issue on the offensive side as well with starting center JC Tretter slowed by a high left ankle sprain. While at Kentucky, Bob played in the Orange Bowl, the Sugar Bowl, the Senior Bowl and the College All Star Call (216) 623-3082 if you know Roberts whereabouts. All rights reserved. 290 overall draft pick in 1975 (Virginia), he spent his 116-game NFL career (1975-83) in Cleveland. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. 2 and No. Basir, who coincidentally has football roots, joined the project after hearing Hawkins incredible story. 1? I always knew it was my job to stay here and try to make some difference as a fifth-generation Clevelander, he says. Bob Gain (79, second from left), Dick Schafrath (77, second from right), and Hanford Dixon (29, right) are inducted into the Cleveland Browns Legends, Class of 2003. NFL insider Albert Breer seems 2000 By subscribing, I agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. The show of fearlessness endeared DeLeone to Dieken. WebRoundup: E.J. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. A freakishly sized OT with deceptive athletic ability and the strength and physicality to impose his will, his selection offers good value coming 57 picks after his PFN Big Board ranking. Mike Merritt (Kansas City, seventh round) 108 overall draft pick in 1958 (Florida), he played 105 games in a run lasting through 1966. Mike McLain: He succeeded Len Dawson at quarterback in college before switching to defense in the pros. Kemal Ishmael (Atlanta, seventh round) Join Facebook to connect with Bob Gaines and others you may know. Andrews story is one of the most inspiring true stories Ive ever heard, Basir said. 1 pick bounces back Sunday. Horace also was a good defensive end. Former lineman Bob Gain, who helped the Cleveland Browns win three NFL Championships, died Monday night. Browns career: After two years as a Bengals backup (No. Browns career: A No. Greg Gaines - We profiled Gaines as a versatile player who could play a little nose tackle and 3-technique for Cleveland next to Tomlinson. Haley said its vital the No. 1999 Cleveland Browns At Cincinnati Bengals Week 14, Browns FA target Ethan Pocic. Jackson doesnt know exactly when Gaines got hurt, but said it was not during practice this week. Language links are at the top of the page across from the title. Isaiah McGuire is one of the most underrated edge defenders in the 2023 NFL Draft class. Greg Jefferson (Philadelphia, third round) One of Paul Brown's great high school players at Massillon would have turned 100 this year. Mr. Griess father, businessman and philanthropist Robert Hays Gries, was one of the founders of both the Cleveland Rams and the Cleveland Browns football teams. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. A sixth-round draft choice in 2015, Gaines appeared in six games for the Browns during his rookie campaign, starting four contests while playing on a quarter of Clevelands defensive snaps. Bob Gain was a defensive tackle for the Browns (1952, 1954-1964), winning three NFL championships with the team and starting in five Pro Bowl games. Mike Johnson at his best may have been the best of the three, but The Georgia Assassinwas steady over a longer haul. Includes all passing, rushing and receiving stats. Mike McLain: He was a Plan B free agency find by Ernie Accorsi when the USFL ended. A fluid and decently fast cornerback who consistently made plays on a poor Northwestern team in 2022, Cameron Mitchell might feel like a surprise or reach at No. The Browns are certainly throwing bodies at the problem, but theyre taking wood scraps and trying to turn them into reclaimed wood projects that Joanna Gaines would adore. We are rolling out the team in five installments, in reverse order, and will provide a full list at the end. Additionally, he offers physicality and competitiveness against the ground game. Gain passed away Robert was born Oct. 14, 1937, in Owenton, KY, to After he healed, he led the league in solo tackles with 116 (2011). 1993 The Browns played physically against the wide receivers, including Hall of Famer Ramond Berry, and it threw off the rhythm of Baltimore's vaunted passing game. He was 87. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Julian Love. Carrie signed a four-year, $31 million free agent contract with Cleveland in March after four seasons in Oakland. Deadline is a part of Penske Media Corporation. Mel Kiper likes what the Browns did in the 2023 NFL Draft. Here's the first 15, or the last 15, however you care to look at it. WebGame summary of the Las Vegas Raiders vs. Cleveland Browns NFL game, final score 16-14, from December 20, 2021 on ESPN. Hawkins is represented by Octagon. The loss of Gaines would be tough any time, but especially this week against the high-flying Buccaneers, who are averaging 368.4 yards passing per game and have a trifecta of talented receivers in Mike Evans, DeSean Jackson and Chris Godwin. 1988 Josh Sitton (Green Bay, fourth round) The Raiders didn't appreciate the NFL postponing their trip. Steve King: His 29 interceptions place him fifth on the team's all-time list. 1 and DB Denzel Ward at no. I have told the offense very clearly that we need to do something to get the Browns going early. He teamed up with Bob Gain to give the club arguably the best set of tackles in the NFL in the mid-1950s. Before coming to Cleveland, Gain was a star at the University of Kentucky, where he won the 1950 Outland Trophy and was a two-time All American. Storm Johnson (Jacksonville, seventh round) Once they check them and put them into the protocol, in they go.. Shawn Jefferson (Houston Oilers, ninth round) The younger Gries has continued his familys rich legacy in business, sports, politics, Jewish causes and philanthropy. December 27, 1995. Browns headed out of state to kick off 2023 training camp. Draft Wire. Cleveland might have a stockpile of centers, but that doesnt stop them from halting the slide of Ohio States Luke Wypler. Here is one free agent from each team that the Browns could get in contact with as they look to scratch and claw back into the postseason in 2023. Cleveland Browns Grades for the 2023 NFL Draft. All of us on the back end are going to have to really bone up because they have some talented receivers with the guys that they have. Jah Reid (Baltimore, third round) 4 in the 2018 NFL Draft. Gain, who was 87, played on both the offensive What are the Cleveland Browns' grades for their selections in the 2023 NFL Draft as they look to address their main needs this offseason? 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I played with it during the game for the rest of it, and it feels better than it did at that point. 34 overall draft pick in 2006 (Maryland), he made 96 of his 140 NFL starts for Cleveland. Hawkins took a unique path to success. Trades for Deshaun Watson, Elijah Moore sink Browns 2023 draft grade. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Poona Ford. It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports, Browns FA target Matt Ioannidis. He was credited with 12 tackles when the Browns played the Raiders and has 26 this season in a reserve role. The UCLA QB also has the arm talent to drive the ball to all levels of the field. 141: Andra Davis, LB, Florida, 2002 Davis compiled 448 solo tackles for the Browns Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Mike Pennel. (Left to right) Bob Gain, Coach Dick Gallagher, Lou Groza, and Art Hunter at Hiram Training Camp. If the Cleveland Browns are going to get to 2-0, they must find a way to solve the New York Jets defense led by an impressive defensive front. Starting cornerback E.J. He was known as "Bam Bam." Gaines had 59 tackles, 3 forced fumbles and an interception for the Bills last season. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Lavonte David. Bernard Ford (Buffalo, third round) Stopping the NFLs top-ranked passing offense got more daunting for the Browns. Gain Six of the seven who make up the seventh generation have grown up in Cleveland. To tell a story about finding yourvoice, and about the incredible power of hard work and dedication towards something you truly believe in spoke volumes to me, and I know audiences will feel the same, said Gaines. Gillom was famous for punts that soared even with stadium lights. Browns career: A No. Hes an athletic piece at the pivot who offers pass protection upside with refined hand skills. The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. He The Cleveland Browns boast one of the league's deepest depth charts, and the organization's front office will Diversity and Opportunity Fellowship Program. Despite adding Elijah Moore in the offseason, wide receiver projected to be one of the bigger needs for the Cleveland Browns, and sure enough, with their first pick in the 2023 NFL Draft, thats the direction they take. A cerebral man, Ambrose is retiring from a career as a Cuyahoga County judge. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports, Browns FA target Lorenzo Carter. A Cleveland guy, he was made to play in the mud at Municipal Stadium. He has played in 37 career games (36 starts) and has 3 interceptions, 31 passes defended, 4 He doesn't have Joe Thomas' consecutive-snaps record, but Thomas made it only to an 11th season. Bob Gain (right) with Woody Hayes, head coach of The Ohio State University football team from 1951-1978. WebCheck out the 1958 Cleveland Browns Roster, Players , Starters and more on Pro-Football-Reference.com. Before he got hurt, he led the league in overall tackles with 154 (2008). The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site.

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