Cleveland Browns
So far after nearly two seasons, the Browns are not committed or confident enough to hand over the keys to 2014 first-round pick, Johnny Manziel.
This is largely in part due to the fact they drafted a young frat boy who has not yet given up his partying lifestyle. Sure, the talent is there and if the Browns allowed Manziel to start on a consistent basis the young quarterback would probably be impressive if given the chance.
Instead, the Browns continue to get fed up with Manziel’s off-field antics and have opted for an aging and oft-injured Josh McCown (now on IR) and an inexperienced Austin Davis to lead the team. As a result, the Browns sit at 2-9 with one of the wins coming when Manziel started in Week 2.
After what looks to be another failing season, the Browns could benefit by adding Kaepernick to the team and trading Manziel in the offseason. Kaepernick, with his mobility — a trait the Browns liked when they drafted Manziel — would arrive baggage-free and with a far superior work ethic. For these reasons alone, the Cleveland brass would be less stressed-out rather than always worrying about what stunt Manziel is going to pull next to embarrass the organization.
Therefore, it’s time to cut the cord and give some thought towards Kaepernick, who could surely provide a boost to a team that hasn’t seen the playoffs since 2002.