Cleveland Browns: The Lesson From Green Bay

February 9, 2011   ·   Joe Hunley   ·   Jump to comments

When Cleveland Browns team president Mike Holmgren hired Pat Shurmur as head coach of the Browns, he sent a signal to Browns fans—the West Coast Offense is coming to Cleveland.

Many applauded this decision, stating that the Browns finally had a plan—an identity, while others quickly stated reasons why this offense would never work in the AFC North division.

Sports analysts were quick to point out questions about Browns rookie quarterback Colt McCoy's arm strength, while others claimed you could not beat the Baltimore Ravens or the Pittsburgh Steelers via the air, you must run the ball and keep running the ball.

Some writers would claim that the West Coast Offense is not suited for a team that plays in the harsh winter months up north; cities such as Pittsburgh, Baltimore, Cleveland and others.

Statements regarding McCoys' arm strength, or lack of, can quickly be set aside in any discussion about the West Coast Offense. Yes, it is nice to have a "...

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