Dawgs By Nature
Another step toward training camp with the first OTA workouts
The pomp and circumstance around the Cleveland Browns is significantly muted this offseason, with a reset to the roster and GM Andrew Berry and HC Kevin Stefanski seemingly getting a restart. The hype would be even less, but the Browns selected social media superstar Shedeur Sanders, which brings with it attention, sponsorships and potentially more.
For now, the four-way competition at the quarterback position is the most interesting part for Cleveland, along with the potential for turning back the clock and following the recent trend in leading with a rushing attack.
Next up on the Browns schedule is OTAs (offseason training activities). Though voluntary, Berea will see a large portion of the team’s 90-man roster come through starting on Tuesday at a strange interval before mandatory minicamp:
Minicamp runs from June 10th through the 12th, with one last set of OTA practices running June 16-19.
Often, guaranteed starters will show up to OTAs closer to minicamp while giving coaches a chance to spend more time with younger or new players in attendance at the earlier practices. While questions might come up about attendance, coaches will always note the voluntary nature of OTAs, with the Browns participation similar to what we see league-wide.
How much do you think OTAs matter for Cleveland this year? If you were there to observe, what would you be watching for at the first practice on Tuesday?
Share your thoughts with us in the comment section below
