Gaines considered Hawkins story to be the epitome of perseverance, and reached out to Basir to direct. 2012 17 overall draft pick in 1957 (Penn State), he played for the Browns through 1961 and was 33-16-2 as their starting QB. Steve King: His 29 interceptions place him fifth on the team's all-time list. Gillom was famous for punts that soared even with stadium lights. I always knew it was my job to stay here and try to make some difference as a fifth-generation Clevelander, he says. Mike McLain: I considered contemporaries Mike Johnson and Dick Ambrose here. Cleveland Browns Steve Doerschuk: They should have thrown a party at the Massillon Museum in honor of Horace's birthday. 1993 Carrie said all of Tampa Bays receivers are dangerous. For years he was the glue in linebacker units that included Bob Babich, Charlie Hall, Gerald Irons, Clay Matthews, Eddie Johnson and Chip Banks. Copyright 2018 Scripps Media, Inc. All rights reserved. On the football field he WAS NOT a gentle man. Gaines returns to Buffalo on 1-year deal. WebBob Gaines. Mr. Gries is fiercely proud of his lineage. Mandatory Credit: Ken Blaze-USA TODAY Sports, Browns FA target Matt Ioannidis. He became Plan A in the 3-4 defense. Please check your email for a confirmation. Raymond Irvin (Cleveland, ninth round) He's one of the best overall prospects in the draft, but does he make sense for the Browns? Mack is in his 13th, currently starting for the 49ers. Jacob Roach. Draft Wire. Hawkins, who fought for years to break into the NFL, agrees. While at Kentucky, Bob played in the Orange Bowl, the Sugar Bowl, the Senior Bowl and the College All Star Glasheen USA TODAY NETWORK-Wisconsin, Browns target Arden Key. Robert H. (Bob) Gaines, 84 | Free Press Standard Robert H. (Bob) Gaines, 84, of Malvern, passed away at Aultman Health Foundation on Friday, Aug. 26, 2022. Corris Ervin (Denver, fifth round) Browns headed out of state to kick off 2023 training camp. Send us a tip using our annonymous form. 2006 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. You'll now receive the top Browns Wire stories each day directly in your inbox. Gaines tapped writer Krystin Ver Linden to write the screenplay. Copyright 2019-2023. 34 overall draft pick in 2006 (Maryland), he made 96 of his 140 NFL starts for Cleveland. He was 87. 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. With size and speed, Tampa Bays receivers stress defenses. Round 3, Pick 74: Cedric Tillman, WR, Tennessee. Bob Gain was one of the greatest defensive linemen in Cleveland Browns history yet he has been forgotten. 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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. I still feel confident about playing on Sunday. No. Gaines will miss Sundays game at Tampa Bay because of a concussion, further challenging a Cleveland defense also without Pro Bowl linebacker Joe Schobert, who could be out several weeks with a hamstring injury. Posted: Nov 14, 2016 / 08:09 PM EST. Browns career: A No. All but one of the sixth generation of the Gries family live in Cleveland and are finding ways to give back to the city. Cameras roll this summer. He was known as "Bam Bam." Ray Guy is in the Hall of Fame as a punter, and Gillom basically was "that guy." (Left to right) Bob Gain, Gene Hickerson, and Milt Plum during a practice in 1960. A 64, 268-pound combination of power and explosion, he has demonstrated strength, the ability to disengage from blocks, and the ability to bend around the edge. 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. (Left to right) Bob Gain, Gene Hickerson, and Milt Plum during a practice in 1960. Tennessee Titans: Brock Bowers, TE, Georgia 2023 NFL Draft grades for Cleveland Browns vary wildly. Travis Fisher (St. Louis, second round) Following the trade for Deshaun Watson, the Cleveland Browns had limited draft capital in the 2023 NFL Draft. Stephen A. Smith details why Lamar Jackson is better positioned for a Super Bowl run than Aaron Rodgers. Wm. 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. Mike McLain:Golic flourished at nose tackle after arriving from the Patriots in a trade. Make no doubt about it. Wide receiver isnt an absolute necessity, but it could be improved. Latavius Murray (Oakland, sixth round) Stopping the NFLs top-ranked passing offense got more daunting for the Browns. Wooten was a durable bruiser who made first-team, All-Pro for the first time in his eighth season. Robert D. Gries - The Cleveland Heritage Medal Cleveland Browns NFL Draft Grades 2023: Browns Add Cedric Mike McLain: He succeeded Len Dawson at quarterback in college before switching to defense in the pros. 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. That is the charge this week and looking to see our guys respond.. Daunte Culpepper (Minnesota, first round) Browns career: He played in 187 NFL games, 97 with the Browns from 1982-88. Gaines practiced on Wednesday, but reported to the teams facility Thursday with concussion-like symptoms and was placed into league protocol. Browns draft history: Best players taken at their 8 pick slots - USA The 56th-ranked prospect on PFNs Big Board, they also get value for their draft capital here late in the third round. 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. He was and is a gentleman and gentle man. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA Enterprise and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply. Ver Lindens screenplayRiderecently made the 2018 Black List and her scriptAlicewas picked up by Imperative Entertainment. With Atlanta in 1995, as a wideout, he caught 104 passes and scored eight TDs. Reach Steve at steve.doerschuk@cantonrep.com. Browns career: A No. He got to know him better. Browns career: A No. Get our latest storiesin the feed of your favorite networks. 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: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports, Browns FA target Lorenzo Carter. After he healed, he led the league in solo tackles with 116 (2011). I love this pick for the Browns. I have told the offense very clearly that we need to do something to get the Browns going early. Mike Merritt (Kansas City, seventh round) WebView the profiles of people named Bob Gaines. 1 pick bounces back Sunday. Doug Gabriel (Oakland, fifth round) The browser you are using is no longer supported on this site. The Browns NFL Draft grades tell the story of how Clevelands 2023 haul unfolded. E.J. Gaines signs with Cleveland Browns - ESPN He played the 1992 season in San Francisco, his final one. Charles Gaines, taken in 2015, or Forbes. Those are the options at this spot. Forbes has played more games than Gaines, by a 13-6 margin. Forbes also finished last season on the roster, meaning there's a chance he could still add to his resume. 2014 He has played in 37 career games (36 starts) and has 3 interceptions, 31 passes defended, 4 Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Foster Moreau. A Dream., starring Meagan Good and Omari Hardwick, and multi award-winning featuresDestinedandMooz-Lum. Mandatory Credit: Brian Fluharty-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Javon Hargrave. Browns career: A No. 2024 Way-Too-Early Mock Draft: How Will Anderson Jr. became It's hard to find anyone in the draft with a better throwing motion. Mandatory Credit: Kevin Jairaj-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target DreMont Jones. Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information. Ver Linden is repped by Verve, Russell Hollander at Fourth Wall and Stone Genow. That made him a The Browns drafted WR Antonio Callaway, LB Genard Avery, WR Damion Ratley and DB Simeon Thomas on the last day of the 2018 NFL Draft. Does the draft?? Fox 8 Cleveland WJW Torell Troup(Buffalo,second round) 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. Steve Doerschuk: Numerous Browns fans wantedEric Mangini to draftClay Matthews III instead of Mack, but Mack has been tremendous. All Rights Reserved. 4 in the 2018 NFL Draft. Rumors of an ascent into Day 2 never materialized, but this still represents good value for the Browns. Houston had sprinter speed and fit right into the Browns 1940s-50s dynasty. Mandatory Credit: Sergio Estrada-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Poona Ford. Watch Now. 2010 Mike Sims-Walker (Jacksonville, third round) 141: Andra Davis, LB, Florida, 2002 Davis compiled 448 solo tackles for the Browns Clevelands got a major injury issue on the offensive side as well with starting center JC Tretter slowed by a high left ankle sprain. Before he got hurt, he led the league in overall tackles with 154 (2008). He teamed up with Bob Gain to give the club arguably the best set of tackles in the NFL in the mid-1950s. 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. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports, Sign up for the Browns Wire newsletter to get our top stories in your inbox every morning, The Browns are inviting Berea's own up the road for rookie minicamp. Marquette Smith (Carolina, fifth round) WebGame summary of the Las Vegas Raiders vs. Cleveland Browns NFL game, final score 16-14, from December 20, 2021 on ESPN. Clayton Geathers (Indianapolis, fourth round) Mandatory Credit: Michael Chow-Arizona Republic, Browns target Mike Gesicki. The Hall of Fame doesn't ask players if they want to "go in as a Brown." Sign up for our newsletter and get every update delivered to your inbox! The Patriots drafted him 52nd overall in 1979 (Notre Dame). 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. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target John Cominsky. He had eight of his nine career picks during his three-year stint in Cleveland. Baylor defensive The decision has led Ika to the Cleveland Browns, who selected him with the 98th overall pick in the third round of the 2023 NFL draft on Friday. WebGeorge Blanda was quarterback and placekicker for Kentucky. Mandatory Credit: Christopher Hanewinckel-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Daron Payne. Pro Football Network, LLC. The Browns appeared headed to their first Super Bowl, but John Elway and The Drive intervened. Photos: Remembering Bob Gain Bob Gries followed in his fathers footsteps to attend Yale University. Time to remember him, folks. Bob Gain, Kentucky football and Cleveland Browns legend, dies 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. 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. Robert Gain (June 21, 1929 November 14, 2016) was an American football player who played 13 seasons for the Cleveland Browns of the National Football League (NFL), and also played in the Canadian Football League (CFL). 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. [10] Buffalo Bills Haley said its vital the No. Basir, who coincidentally has football roots, joined the project after hearing Hawkins incredible story. Ray Yannucci: You won't find Ambrose on any All-Pro or Pro Bowl lists. Basir is repped by ICM Partners, Buffalo 8 and Marios Rush of Marks Law Group. Week in and week out, there is always going to be a challenge with receivers in this league. By subscribing, I agree to the Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. But if you look at lists that include most popular players in Browns history you will find him. Legendary Browns lineman Bob Gain dies Gain passed away All Rights Reserved. Diversity and Opportunity Fellowship Program. I resolved to draft one more, and it came down to Wooten over Lin Houston. 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. Additionally, he offers physicality and competitiveness against the ground game. The Cleveland Browns cant rely solely on their current QB trio of Deshaun Watson, Kellen Mond, and Joshua Dobbs especially given Watsons rusty performances last fall. Browns career: A No. Cleveland RBs coach likes depth, diversity at the position, Cleveland added 3 veterans and drafted Denzel Ward 4th overall, Coleman started 16 games at right tackle last season, Browns looking at a bevy of options at both spots, 'A lot of people don't give Emmanuel enough credit', The third-year WR and former 1st-round pick 'understands this is a big, big year', Ward was the fourth-overall pick in the NFL Draft, The Browns tackle can return following the team's Week 2 game against New Orleans, 'He knows, if he stays healthy, watch out', Cleveland added Tyrod Taylor, Drew Stanton and Baker Mayfield in the offseason, Cleveland wraps up offseason workouts this week, The former Bills QB has quickly earned the respect of his teammates on, off field, 2023 Cleveland Browns. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Julian Love. 2011 Storm Johnson (Jacksonville, seventh round) Stresses the coaches, too, everybody, Browns coach Hue Jackson said. He established the citys first synagogue and was elected to City Council. With impressive handwork in his armory, McGuire could prove to be a force opposite Myles Garrett. 2023 www.beaconjournal.com. His 3.8 per yards rushing average shows how much he was misused. 2007 The Browns drafted T Austin Corbett, RB Nick Chubb, and DE Chad Thomas on the second day of the 2018 NFL Draft. Copyright: ESPN Enterprises, Inc. All rights reserved. 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). 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. NFL UDFA Tracker 2023: Undrafted Free Agent Signings Following the 2023 NFL Draft, 2023 NFL Draft Winners and Losers: Consensus Big Board High on Browns, Eagles, and More, List of Tampa Bay Buccaneers Draft Picks: 2023 NFL Draft Tracker, List of Cincinnati Bengals Draft Picks: 2023 NFL Draft Tracker, List of Indianapolis Colts Draft Picks: 2023 NFL Draft Tracker. 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. Ver Lindens screenplay Ride recently made the 2018 Black List and her script Alice was picked up by Imperative Entertainment. Cleveland's players reconvened Monday at the team's facility, The Trojans signal-caller has been linked to Browns at No. The heart of the Buckeyes offensive line was the 91st overall prospect on the PFN Big Board. 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 The 28-year-old Carrie started all 16 games last season and 37 during his tenure with the Raiders. He teamed up with Bob Gain to give the club arguably the best set of tackles in the NFL in the mid-1950s. Scott was the starting fullback for the Browns from He played left guard to Hall of Famer Gene Hickerson's right guard. 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.. All Rights Reserved. Bo Scott - Wikipedia Bob It is another challenge that we have always prepared for. Bob Gaines (politician) - Wikipedia A member of the 1964 championship team, he made eight of his 27 interceptions in 1966. Field Yates explains why fantasy managers should be quicker about drafting a quarterback in this year's draft. Steve King: He was a captain on some of those great, but underappreciated, early Browns defenses. Gaines #28 of the Cleveland Browns celebrates after a blocked pass in the first quarter against the Baltimore Ravens at FirstEnergy Stadium on October 7, 2018 in Cleveland, Ohio. Browns career: A No. Cleveland needed to add an interior defensive presence in this class, and in Ika, they certainly get that. Mandatory Credit: Charles LeClaire-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Lavonte David. Gain, who was 87, played on both the offensive Browns Winfreys arrest stemming from a domestic dispute doesnt help the Browns interior problem. Tretter will test the ankle Friday, but feels positive hes going to play.

CLEVELAND, OH - OCTOBER 07: E.J. (Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports) 8. Asante Samuel (New England, fourth round) Former lineman Bob Gain, who helped the Cleveland Browns win three NFL Championships, died Monday night. Browns career: A No. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Quincy Williams. Steve King: He almost became one of the biggest heroes in Browns history when he caught a 48-yard touchdown pass from Bernie Kosar to provide a 20-13 lead over the Denver Broncos late in the 1986 AFC Championship Game. The younger Gries has continued his familys rich legacy in business, sports, politics, Jewish causes and philanthropy. 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. 2023 NFL Draft grades for Cleveland Browns vary wildly - Yahoo Member of the King County Council from the 9th district; In office January 1, 1977 January 1, 1978: Preceded by: Dave Mooney: Succeeded by: Robert Gaines is He was credited with 12 tackles when the Browns played the Raiders and has 26 this season in a reserve role. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Larry Ogunjobi. Cleveland might have a stockpile of centers, but that doesnt stop them from halting the slide of Ohio States Luke Wypler. We have to do it. 1992 Raiders The use of software that blocks ads hinders our ability to serve you the content you came here to enjoy. Includes all passing, rushing and receiving stats. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin), Browns FA target Leighton Vander Esch. Paul Miranda (Indianapolis, fourth round) It is highly recommended that you use the latest versions of a supported browser in order to receive an optimal viewing experience. 2023 Cleveland Browns. Browns career: A No. The Cleveland Browns boast one of the league's deepest depth charts, and the organization's front office will 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. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Bartel-USA TODAY Sports, Browns target Jessie Bates III. State Your Case: Does Bob Gain belong in the Hall of Fame? Browns Hawkins is represented by Octagon. Gaines 2003 No. 1 weather alerts 1 closings/delays. Posted June 4th, 2019 by John Daters & filed under . QB John Unitas was heldto 12 completions for 95 yards, with two interceptions. 2000 Robert was born Oct. 14, 1937, in Owenton, KY, to [In the player above, watch previous FOX 8 News coverage on FirstEnergy Stadiums name change.] Jackson doesnt know exactly when Gaines got hurt, but said it was not during practice this week. (Left to right) Bob Gain, Coach Dick Gallagher, Lou Groza, and Art Hunter at Hiram Training Camp. It is going to be a challenge, he said. Steve Doerschuk: Since we're rolling out this all-star team in reverse order, I shouldn't tell you I picked some of the franchise's great guards earlier. As a former college football player myself, who also tried out for the NFL, it resonated with me deeply. 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. 2002 My favorite pick by each NFL team in the 2023 NFL draft. With Gaines sidelined, T.J. Carrie will start on one corner opposite rookie Denzel Ward, and Briean Boddy-Calhoun will take over at nickel back. Fox Movie Into An Autobiopic Contenders TV: Docs + Unscripted, Latest News, The Issues, Movies & TV Shows Affected & How Long It Might Last, Gersh Sells 45% Stake To Crestview Partners; Leslie Siebert Upped To Co-President, Are You There God? Didnt Get Its Opening-Weekend Prayers Answered: Heres Why, Sylvester Stallone Set For Cliffhanger Reboot From Director Ric Roman Waugh.