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Thu, 29 Jan 2015 10:05:07 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel had teammates come to his defense after an unidentified player called Manziel a "100 percent joke" last week. "It's not true at all that Johnny's teammates think he's a 100 percent joke," CB Joe Haden said. "There's a lot of players on the team that do [love Manziel]."

Fantasy Tip: Looking ahead, Manziel has a lot of work ahead of him going into the offseason and training camp. At best, he should be considered a risky backup quarterback option in 2015.

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| Source: ESPN.com

Fri, 23 Jan 2015 10:09:37 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel had a big proponent last year in owner Jimmy Haslam, but Haslam now thinks the team needs a quarterback in order to get their team turned in the right direction. "We've got to get a quarterback and got to get it fixed," Haslam said. "What I would say to our fans is, we're going to continue to work really hard to find that quarterback who can make us a championship team." Haslam isn't ruling out Manziel being the starting quarterback in 2015, but he's leaving it open for other options, including QBs Brian Hoyer or Connor Shaw.

Fantasy Tip: Even though Manziel didn't have much time to prove himself at the tail end of last season, it apparently was enough to convince the team that they'll have an open competition at the position in training camp this year. Manziel will likely head into fantasy football draft season as a giant risk as a backup QB.

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| Source: Elyria Chronicle-Telegram - Scott Petrak

Thu, 22 Jan 2015 11:38:23 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel will be working with a new offensive coordinator this year in John DeFilippo, but DeFilippo is unsure if the team's quarterback next year is currently on the roster. "We're not sure if our starting quarterback's in the building right now or not," DeFilippo said. "If he is, that's great. If he's not, that's great, too. Whoever's in that room is going to be coached hard, be held accountable and be expected to do the things that we expect out of Cleveland Browns quarterbacks." DeFilippo said that all Cleveland quarterbacks will begin the offseason with a clean slate.

Fantasy Tip: DeFilippo has been praised as a very bright young mind to mold quarterbacks, but he has limited experience and is moving to a new team. Combine that with the very raw skills we saw in Manziel's limited action last year, and you have to be very uneasy about Manziel's fantasy prospects in just his second year, assuming he even wins the starting QB job in training camp.

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| Source: NFL.com - Marc Sessler

Wed, 21 Jan 2015 13:38:49 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel could benefit from new offensive coordinator John DeFilippo, according to Oakland Raiders QB Derek Carr. Carr said DeFilippo will do great with Manziel, adding that DeFilippo has worked with a running quarterback before in Kansas City Chiefs QB Terrelle Pryor.

Fantasy Tip: It remains to be seen if Manziel will even start for the Browns in 2015, but the DeFilippo hiring bodes well. At this point, however, it's best to tread lightly with Manziel.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Sun, 28 Dec 2014 16:32:28 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel threw a party Friday, Dec. 26, which was attended by multiple members of the Browns, according to multiple sources. Cleveland.com reports Browns WR Josh Gordon, who was suspended for Week 17 for violating team rules, was in attendance. Manziel also was fined for being late to a treatment session for his injured hamstring. CB Justin Gilbert was deactivated for Week 17 after missing a team meeting Saturday night.

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| Source: ESPN.com

Sat, 27 Dec 2014 14:09:49 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel was fined an undisclosed amount by the team for being late to treatment Saturday, Dec. 27.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Sat, 27 Dec 2014 12:19:40 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel (hamstring) was not present at practice Saturday, Dec. 27. Manziel reportedly still traveled with the team and was not required to attend the walkthrough since he is on the Reserve/Injured list.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel and Brian Hoyer will cede the starting spot to rookie Connor Shaw for the final game of the regular season. Shaw, however, is not worth rostering on FantasyScore.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler

Wed, 24 Dec 2014 14:21:00 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel isn't out of the team's plans for next season after playing only around seven quarters of football in his rookie season, according to head coach Mike Pettine. "He's a player on our roster," Pettine said. "He'll have the chance to compete." Manziel said this week that he pressed too hard as a starter, and he plans to have a much more productive offseason heading into his second year.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel is out for Week 17, so don't think about using him at FantasyScore. It's not wise to use Connor Shaw ($5,555) against the Baltimore Ravens, either. For next season, Manziel won't be guaranteed a starting job heading into training camp, so he probably won't be worth a selection late in drafts as a backup in standard leagues.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler

Wed, 24 Dec 2014 08:41:48 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel (hamstring) was placed on the Reserve/Injured list Thursday, Dec. 24.

Fantasy Tip: With Manziel done for the year, and Brian Hoyer hurt, the team could turn to Connor Shaw for Week 17. He should not be considered in FantasyScore contests.

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| Source: The Baltimore Sun - Aaron Wilson

Mon, 22 Dec 2014 13:06:29 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel (hamstring) is out for the rest of the year due to a hamstring injury suffered in Week 16, according to head coach Mike Pettine.

Fantasy Tip: With Manziel out and Brian Hoyer nursing an injury to his throwing shoulder, Connor Shaw could be in line to make the first start of his career this week. Hoyer and Shaw should still be avoided in lineups, however.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Mon, 22 Dec 2014 09:09:57 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel (hamstring) is questionable for Week 17 against the Baltimore Ravens after hurting his hamstring in Week 16, according to head coach Mike Pettine. Manziel is 18-for-35 for 143 yards, a rushing touchdown and two interceptions in his two starts this year.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel won't be a smart choice for FantasyScore lineups even if he plays against the Ravens. If Brian Hoyer starts in his place, he'll be a cheap alternative at the QB spot, but his limited upside makes him unattractive, as well.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler

Mon, 22 Dec 2014 00:20:42 -0800

The Cleveland Browns may look to upgrade the quarterback position in the offseason despite the presence of QB Johnny Manziel. League sources have said Browns general manger Ray Farmer has long been fascinated by Oregon QB Marcus Mariota, who is widely expected to be a top-five pick in the 2015 draft. Cleveland owns the 14th and 19th picks in the first round.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Sun, 21 Dec 2014 11:28:31 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel (hamstring) left the team's Week 16 game early because of a hamstring injury and is considered questionable to return.

Fantasy Tip: The severity of Manziel's injury is not known, so owners should monitor the situation. Brian Hoyer likely will take over as the starter while Manziel is out but is not a great option for owners on FantasyScore.

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| Source: NFL.com

Fri, 19 Dec 2014 10:52:17 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel remains an explosive playmaker, and offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan isn't giving up on the young quarterback after a rough outing in his first career start last week. "I feel the same about Johnny as I always have," Shanahan said. "Johnny is a playmaker. He's done that throughout his career. Nobody can argue with that at all. There were a couple times in that game he did make some plays. We weren't able to capitalize on it." However, Shanahan acknowledged that success for Manziel won't come immediately. The Browns also know that Manziel's three starts to end the season won't be enough data to know for sure if he's their QB of the future.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel will cost you $3,900 at FantasyScore this week. While he may put up better numbers than his atrocious first start, it may only be a marginal improvement. The Carolina Panthers can be beat, but it remains to be seen if Manziel has what it takes at the NFL level. It's smart to stay away in daily leagues.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Wed, 17 Dec 2014 10:10:36 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel arrived more than five hours early to practice Wednesday, Dec. 17, after struggling in his first NFL start in Week 15. Manziel was 10-for-18 for 80 yards and two interceptions against the Cincinnati Bengals last week.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel ($3,900) remains cheap at FantasyScore, but following his disaster last week, it's hard to put too much trust in the young quarterback as he takes his lumps in the NFL. The Carolina Panthers defense has been a good matchup for most teams all year, but it won't make starting Manziel in daily games much more appealing this week.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler

Mon, 15 Dec 2014 13:42:21 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel was held to just 107 yards of total offense in the Week 15 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Bengals defensive coordinator watched game tape of Manziel's two college losses to Louisiana State and Missouri in order to game plan for him. "Those were his worst two games in college," Guenther said. "You could see obviously what their plan was -- to keep him in the pocket or to move him to a side where he wasn't throwing." The Bengals prevented Manziel from going to his left.

Fantasy Tip: Will this be something the Carolina Panthers defense looks to do in Week 16? It could be, but it's hard to envision Manziel regressing from his performance in his first start. He remains a risky option at FantasyScore, but his floor should be more palatable against the Panthers.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Coley Harvey

Sun, 14 Dec 2014 14:08:11 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel will start in Week 16 against the Carolina Panthers, head coach Mike Pettine confirmed Sunday, Dec. 14.

Fantasy Tip: Despite Sunday's disaster, the team committed to Manziel after benching Brian Hoyer after last week's game, so there is no turning back now. FantasyScore owners will not want to make the same mistake and should avoid using him.

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| Source: Akron Beacon Journal - Nate Ulrich

Sun, 14 Dec 2014 14:05:32 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel completed 10 of his 18 pass attempts for just 80 yards, no touchdowns and two interceptions in the Week 15 shutout loss against the Cincinnati Bengals. He was also sacked three times and ended up with a passer rating of just 27.3.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel was a complete disaster for anyone who risked using him in the fantasy playoffs in seasonal leagues or were tempted by his low salary in FantasyScore. Perhaps this is why the Browns waited so long to give him his chance.

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| Source: The Associated Press

Tue, 09 Dec 2014 09:41:28 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel will be the starting quarterback in Week 15 against the Cincinnati Bengals.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel clearly has much more upside than Brian Hoyer. Manziel is an exciting but risky fantasy football play in Week 15 against the Cincinnati Bengals, who have done a good job in limiting opposing quarterbacks all season, despite a hiccup against the Pittsburgh Steelers last weekend. He'll be on the cheap side at FantasyScore, but it'll come with plenty of risk as your signal caller.

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| Source: FOXSports.com - Jay Glazer

Tue, 09 Dec 2014 05:45:07 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel is likely to start in Week 15, according to indications from sources. All that remains is waiting for head coach Mike Pettine to announce it.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel ($4,300; 8.6% of your cap) would be an intriguing play against the Cincinnati Bengals on FantasyScore. There are a lot more proven options to use, though.

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| Source: ESPN - Adam Schefter

Mon, 08 Dec 2014 14:51:05 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel could be taking over as starting quarterback in the near future. "I think it's natural to lean the other way, given the results," head coach Mike Pettine said Monday, Dec. 8. Pettine said he, the coaches and general manager Ray Farmer would meet Monday night and make a decision.

Fantasy Tip: If Manziel were to start, he'd have more fantasy value than Hoyer because of his running ability. However, Manziel is still a rookie and has only thrown nine passes this year. The training wheels are still on and starting him against one of the league's better pass defenses in the Cincinnati Bengals may not be a wise choice.

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| Source: ESPNCleveland.com - Tony Grossi

Wed, 03 Dec 2014 09:23:21 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel could start the team's final three games if the team were to lose in Week 14 with QB Brian Hoyer as the starter, according to a source. Manziel was 5-for-8 for 63 yards and a 10-yard touchdown scamper when he relieved Hoyer in Week 13. Hoyer has one touchdown and six interceptions in his last 15 quarters.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel has much more fantasy football upside than Hoyer, but those at FantasyScore will have to wait at least another week before considering Johnny Football. Hoyer ($4,100) isn't a very attractive option for daily lineups against the Indianapolis Colts, especially since there's a chance Manziel could relieve him again if he struggles.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler

Wed, 03 Dec 2014 08:36:19 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Brian Hoyer will start instead of QB Johnny Manziel in the team's Week 14 game.

Fantasy Tip: Hoyer has a nice FantasyScore price of $4,100 this week, but there are probably better options available to you by spending just a bit more at the position.

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| Source: FOXSports.com - Jay Glazer

Mon, 01 Dec 2014 13:36:30 -0800

Cleveland Browns head coach Mike Pettine said he's not ready to make a decision on QBs Johnny Manziel or Brian Hoyer as the team's starting quarterback going forward.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel would provide more upside with his ability to run and could be worth a start if reasonably priced on FantasyScore. Hoyer is probably worth staying away from at this point, however.

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| Source: NFL.com - Dan Hanzus

Mon, 01 Dec 2014 09:50:41 -0800

Cleveland Browns QBs Johnny Manziel and Brian Hoyer are in the dark as to who will start against the Indianapolis Colts in Week 14, but head coach Mike Pettine said the team will make a decision on this weekend's starter Wednesday, Dec. 3. "The door is definitely open for a change at the quarterback position," Pettine said. "It's not like we're just going to go back to Brian (Hoyer). This has been a cumulative thing where discussions about a change at quarterback have been more and more lively. We'll evaluate both quarterbacks and have a decision soon."

Fantasy Tip: We find it hard to believe that Cleveland will go back to Hoyer at this point, and Manziel offers much more upside for fantasy football purposes. If Manziel starts, he'll be a high-risk, high-reward play at FantasyScore for likely a pretty cheap salary.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler

Sun, 30 Nov 2014 14:54:51 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel came on in the fourth quarter of the Week 13 game against the Buffalo Bills for the ineffective QB Brian Hoyer. Manziel put together a quick 80-yard touchdown drive, scoring the touchdown himself on a 10-yard run with nobody open.

Fantasy Tip: It is uncertain if Manziel will take over as the starter in Week 14, but he would face a mediocre Indianapolis Colts pass defense if he does get the nod. FantasyScore owners might find him to be a solid value.

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| Source: ESPNCleveland.com - Tony Grossi

Sun, 30 Nov 2014 12:41:17 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel has entered the team's Week 13 game after the Browns benched QB Brian Hoyer.

Fantasy Tip: It is not known if Manziel will keep the job or if it is a temporary move by the team. If Manziel is named the starting quarterback, he probably is not a good fantasy option for the rest of the season since owners likely will better options available.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Wed, 26 Nov 2014 09:41:46 -0800

Updating a previous report, Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel will not see his playing time changed because of an off the field altercation, according to head coach Mike Pettine. "Unless something unforeseen comes up, just given what I know, it would not have an impact on any decision to play him," Pettine said.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Tue, 25 Nov 2014 10:36:49 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Brian Hoyer was never in danger of being benched in favor of QB Johnny Manziel in the team's Week 12 win over the Atlanta Falcons, according to head coach Mike Pettine. Hoyer threw three interceptions in the game. Pettine praised Hoyer for shaking off his mistakes and leading the team to a game-winning drive.

Fantasy Tip: That's good news for those Hoyer owners out there. However, Hoyer ($4,700) is tough to rely on at FantasyScore because of his low ceiling. He makes for a pretty bad option in Week 13, too, against the Buffalo Bills, who have allowed just 13.70 fantasy points per game to QBs all season.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Tom Reed

Mon, 24 Nov 2014 14:56:40 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel was not an option to play in Week 12 even though QB Brian Hoyer threw three interceptions during the game, according to head coach Mike Pettine.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Mon, 24 Nov 2014 11:01:13 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel's entourage was involved in an altercation with a Browns fan outside an apartment complex Saturday, Nov. 22. There is no indication that Manziel was involved in the altercation.

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| Source: New York Post - Justin Terranova

Wed, 05 Nov 2014 11:16:23 -0800

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel still appears to be the team's long-term answer at quarterback, according to general manager Ray Farmer. "The result is for him to be successful for a long period of time and not just for a moment or for a flash, but for an extended period of time," Farmer said. "We're going to put together the right group, and we're going to make sure everything is in place. He's going to be ready, and we're going to be ready when he does get that opportunity."

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| Source: NFL.com - Marc Sessler

Fri, 31 Oct 2014 16:29:23 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel disagreed with head coach Mike Pettine's notion that he is frustrated and believes he is on the right track. "I feel like I'm in the role that I need to be at this time," Manziel said. "And, for me, obviously, I wasn't where I needed to be throughout the earlier stages of being here, and now is my time to play catchup and make sure I'm on top of my things, continuing to get better and what's up to my level and also the coaches' level of where I need to perform."

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Tue, 21 Oct 2014 11:05:31 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel could see some action in Week 8 against the Oakland Raiders, according to head coach Mike Pettine. However, Pettine said Monday, Oct. 20, that QB Brian Hoyer is still firmly entrenched as the team's starting quarterback. Hoyer completed a career-low 39 percent of his attempts against the Jacksonville Jaguars in Week 7 and threw for 215 yards with no touchdowns and an interception. He has completed only 41.3 percent of his passes in the last two weeks. Pettine blamed Hoyer's poor performance on the team's inability to run and set up play-action.

Fantasy Tip: The Browns face a great matchup in the Raiders this weekend. It's a perfect chance for Hoyer to bounce back from his previous rough outings, but if he doesn't, there's probably a good chance that Manziel is starting in Week 9.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Fri, 17 Oct 2014 13:26:46 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel said he is feeling more comfortable with the offense and will be ready to play when needed. "I feel a lot more confident and a lot more comfortable," Manziel said. "The whole process of being under center a lot more, everything that's involved in this offense, that just wasn't anything that I was asked to do at (Texas) A&M. I knew it would take some time."

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| Source: ESPN.com - Jeremy Fowler

Wed, 15 Oct 2014 14:09:40 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Brian Hoyer disputed a report that he would not re-sign with the team if QB Johnny Manziel was still with the team. "It couldn't be further from the truth," Hoyer said. "There's no accurate information. I've never talked to that guy in my life. From here on out, my main focus is Jacksonville. You guys want to talk about that, you can talk to the guys upstairs or my agent, Joe Linta. I think some of you know. From here on out, I'm on to Jacksonville."

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| Source: Akron Beacon Journal - Nate Ulrich

Tue, 14 Oct 2014 09:56:54 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Brian Hoyer was coy in answering questions about whether he would re-sign with the team if QB Johnny Manziel is still on the roster. "I don't think I need to say anything more than I'm from Cleveland, and this is where I want to be," Hoyer said. But I'm also a competitor, and I want to be somewhere where I'm playing."

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| Source: Akron Beacon Journal - Nate Ulrich

Thu, 18 Sep 2014 16:31:44 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel's playing time is decided during the game, according to offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan. Shanahan said using Manziel makes the defense have to think more about what the offense is capable of doing. Furthermore, whether Manziel plays or not depends on the defensive fronts and coverages the team is facing, Shanahan added.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel still isn't worth starting in any format.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Pat McManamon

Sun, 14 Sep 2014 09:27:02 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel does not have a special offensive package in the game plan for Week 2, and would run the normal offense if he sees playing time, according to offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan.

Fantasy Tip: There is no guarantee that Manziel will receive playing time this week, so owners in all leagues should avoid him.

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| Source: NFL Network - Aditi Kinkhabwala

Thu, 11 Sep 2014 16:16:38 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel will "probably not" be used in Week 2 against the New Orleans Saints unless QB Brian Hoyer is injured, according to offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan. Shanahan also reiterated that Manziel is not a wildcat quarterback, and any plays he would run would come from the regular offensive game plan.

Fantasy Tip: It's a no-brainer: Manziel should not be used in standard or FantasyScore lineups in Week 2.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Pat McManamon

Wed, 10 Sep 2014 10:43:25 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel could receive some playing time Week 2, according to head coach Mike Pettine. The team has a special package for Manziel in their offense.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel could get on the field for his first professional game Week 2, but likely will not get enough plays to have much fantasy value. Owners should avoid using Manziel at this point.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Sun, 07 Sep 2014 23:55:54 -0700

Cleveland Browns coach Mike Pettine gave an in-game vote of confidence to Browns QB Brian Hoyer when he told the media following the game that inserting QB Johnny Manziel was never an option. The Browns trailed the Pittsburgh Steelers 27-3 at halftime but nearly upset the Steelers thanks to a strong second half. Pittsburgh won 30-27 in overtime.

Fantasy Tip: Hoyer will have to throw a lot to keep up with the Saints next week. He's a mid-to-low QB2 option on FantasyScore.

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| Source: The Associated Press

Sun, 07 Sep 2014 09:23:49 -0700

Cleveland Browns rookie QB Johnny Manziel could see some action in Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers, but it will come down to a "feel thing" per the coaching staff. Head coach Mike Pettine said Manziel has a package of plays specific for him and Manziel has prepared this week to play. Pettine said Manziel and QB Brian Hoyer will not be alternating series.

Fantasy Tip: Even at $4,500 in FantasyScore, Manziel should not be a consideration when building out your fantasy football team for Week 1. Hoyer, at $5,000 salary, isn't a better option, either. Stay away from this situation until it plays out and gives you plenty of reasons to consider it.

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| Source: ESPN.com - Pat McManamon

Sun, 07 Sep 2014 06:47:55 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel could see snaps in the team's Week 1 game if it feels like the right thing to do, according to head coach Mike Pettine. Pettine and offensive coordinator Kyle Shanahan have discussed the possibility. "Kyle and I have talked about it. It's a possibility. We have a package of plays for him. It won't be alternating series, it'll be a 'feel' thing," Pettine said.

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| Source: ProFootballTalk.com

Fri, 05 Sep 2014 16:58:26 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel has many critics, but general manager Ray Farmer said the rookie quarterback is right where he needs to be. Farmer said Friday, Sept. 5, that as long as Manziel continues to work hard, he'll progress at the desired rate.

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| Source: Akron Beacon Journal - Nate Ulrich

Fri, 05 Sep 2014 16:56:09 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel is expected to play in the regular season debut in Week 1, at least that's what defensive coordinator Dick LeBeau is planning. "I'll be very surprised if we don't see him," LeBeau said Friday, Sept. 5. "He was one of the top football players in the nation. You look at his offensive numbers. It's not a magic wand he waves out there. He's creating situations, making plays. They're going to want to bring him along and give him some game action. I'm sure of that."

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| Source: USA TODAY Sports - Jim Corbett

Wed, 03 Sep 2014 13:11:21 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Brian Hoyer won't receive a quick hook in the team's Week 1 game against the Pittsburgh Steelers in favor of QB Johnny Manziel, according to head coach Mike Pettine. However, Hoyer understands that he'll need to produce to hold off a quarterback change during the year.

Fantasy Tip: Hoyer is a low-end QB2 in standard leagues. He's a cheap option in daily games for Week 1, but his matchup against a tough division opponent isn't attractive with limited weapons at his disposal.

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| Source: The Associated Press

Wed, 03 Sep 2014 10:35:17 -0700

The Cleveland Browns will not say if QB Johnny Manziel will receive any playing time Week 1, according to head coach Mike Pettine.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot

Tue, 02 Sep 2014 09:12:10 -0700

Pittsburgh Steelers head coach Mike Tomlin said the team is expecting to see Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel play in some capacity in the team's Week 1 game. "They didn't draft him in the first round to watch," Tomlin said.

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| Source: Steelers.com - Bob Labriola

Fri, 29 Aug 2014 11:12:45 -0700

Cleveland Browns QB Johnny Manziel showed a strong effort in the team's final preseason game against the Chicago Bears Thursday, Aug. 28, leading head coach Mike Pettine to acknowledge that the team will consider giving Manziel repetitions Week 1 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. "It's something we'll discuss," said Pettine. "I don't know if that's necessarily something just because of tonight. We'll have discussions on how we want to game plan and how we want to use those guys." Manziel produced two field goals and a touchdown in his five possessions Thursday, including a 1-yard touchdown pass. He went 6-for-17 for 83 yards and the touchdown for a 71.4 rating, but some of his passes came out wobbly. Manziel also ran for 55 yards on four carries, including a long run of 22 yards.

Fantasy Tip: Manziel can be electric, but he'll surely go through growing pains this year if he sees extended playing time eventually. He's a fine investment in keeper and dynasty leagues, but he shouldn't be anything more than a QB3 in yearly formats.

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| Source: The Cleveland Plain Dealer - Mary Kay Cabot