1 Month Cleveland Browns Comment

The new Browns regime believes second-year WR Travis Benjamin is capable of becoming an "outstanding" punt returner.

This probably explains Cleveland's complete unwillingness to try to re-sign Josh Cribbs. Benjamin, the 100th pick in last year's draft, possesses 4.36 wheels and broke off a 93-yard punt return touchdown as a rookie despite seeing only three punt return chances all season. In addition to situational deep threat duties on offense, Benjamin will replace Cribbs as the Browns' return specialist.

Marquise Goodwin Marquise Goodwin, WR, Texas -- He is the Day 2 or 3 lightning bolt in this draft. Unlike past lightning bolts (i.e. Travis Benjamin), he has the skill set to be a starter and not just a niche player. He's a lot more like Mike Wallace as a prospect than just a bubble screen guy. Go route, return specialist burner.

Quinton Patton Quinton Patton, WR, Louisiana Tech -- The small school version of Robert Woods, there is nothing truly special about his game but he has a complete one. He's a safe Day 2 or 3 bet who best fits as a compliment to a more dynamic set of receivers. The Minnesota Vikings immediately come to mind as they have their play maker outside in Greg Jennings and inside in Jarius Wright. Patton would fit in well outside opposite those two.

Zac Stacy Zac Stacy, RB, Vanderbilt -- He's short; not small. He's a proven workhorse back that plays with excellent leverage and pad level. Very consistent option that does not yield many negative plays. Not the ideal lead back but a great second back as he could step into the lead role to cover an injury and not miss a beat.

Stefphon Jefferson, RB, Nevada -- He's getting the ‘this year's Alfred Morris' buzz, and, based off what I've read and seen, deservingly so. High character, hard-working type that's decisive in his runs and has just enough athleticism to beat people. Very good No. 2 back that should be available on Day 3.

Travis Kelce, TE, Cincinnati -- This year's tight end class is deep, but outside of Eifert they are all flawed. Kelce may be the exception, though. His skills as a receiving option are apparent, but his blocking ability is what will get him more playing time than his competition.

Joseph Fauria, TE, UCLA -- Sleeper. He is a great red zone target and is behind in his development because he was misused in college until 2012. He has the ability to be an adequate blocker and only has room to grow as a receiving option. Him and Kelce are why I think it'd be smart to wait until Day 3 to address tight should a TE needy team miss on Eifert.

Jasper Collins, WR, Mount Union -- Call me a sucker for falling in love with the pipeline of wide receiver talent coming from Mount Union, but from what I've seen from Collins he is better at this point in his career than Cecil Shorts at the same time. He needs to add some strength, but he will be starting in the NFL in a few years.

Zac Dysert, QB, Miami (OH) -- A misfit for his college system and poor wide receiver play can...

5 Months Cleveland Browns Comment

Travis Benjamin caught one pass for a 69-yard touchdown in the Browns' Week 15 loss to the Redskins.

Benjamin found himself singled up out wide against Redskins backup CB Dominique Johnson in the fourth quarter of a blowout. For some reason, Johnson sat on the route and Benjamin just blew past him for his second career touchdown. It was Benjamin's second catch since Week 9.

7 Months Cleveland Browns Comment

Browns rookie WR Travis Benjamin returned to the lineup from a hamstring injury in Week 6 and caught three passes for 33 yards.

He was targeted five times. Benjamin was the No. 4 receiver behind Greg Little, Josh Gordon, and Josh Cooper, but the Browns under Pat Shurmur have always believed in receiver rotations and Benjamin received a healthy dose of snaps. Benjamin isn't a re-draft league fantasy option, but he's someone to keep in mind long term. Benjamin can really run and Cleveland's offense is improving.

7 Months Cleveland Browns Comment

Travis Benjamin (hamstring) and Mohamed Massaquoi (hamstring) remained limited in Browns practice Thursday.

Massaquoi and Benjamin will return after sitting out in Week 6, but coach Pat Shurmur has hinted their snaps will be limited. Neither player should be anywhere near your roster in 12-14 team leagues.

7 Months Cleveland Browns Comment

Browns WR Travis Benjamin (hamstring) returned to practice Friday.

Benjamin's status for Sunday's game is still up in the air. Mohamed Massaquoi (hamstring) and Jordan Norwood (foot) are sitting out again on Friday. Josh Cooper will get the call from the practice squad if Benjamin isn't ready to play.

8 Months Cleveland Browns Comment

Browns WR Travis Benjamin (hamstring) is listed as doubtful for Sunday's game against the Giants.

Both Benjamin and Mohamed Massaquoi are going to sit this one out. Unimpressive rookie Josh Gordon is going to get a shot to start opposite Greg Little.

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