Joshua Cribbs

Talk about a quick honeymoon phase. Within 72 hours of landing in Cleveland, Browns president Mike Holmgren has experienced his first rough patch with a player on his team as well as fans of his franchise. During his Tuesday afternoon press conference, Holmgren stated that he “believes players should be rewarded for what they do.” This, of course, was in reference to one Josh Cribbs and his ongoing contract desires. Holmgren also stated that the issues that arise come between the team and the player’s representation. “I want Josh here,” said Holmgren. ”Now, he has three years left on his existing contract so it’s ... Read Full Story

“Three years of patience with zero indication of communication.” These are the words spoken by Josh Cribbs’ agent Peter Schaffer on 850AM WKNR in response to the ongoing contract saga between his client and the Cleveland Browns. Cribbs, considered by many to be one of the few game-changing players in the NFL, is the most recent member of the Cleveland Browns to be the focus of perceived negative news as yeas of “unfulfilled promises” have bubbled over into the public eye. When asked why Cribbs and his representation went public with the news, it appears that a lack of communication between Berea and Cribbs ... Read Full Story

CLEVELAND, Jan. 7 (UPI) -- Premier NFL kick returner Joshua Cribbs will demand a trade from the Cleveland Browns, his agent, J.R. Rickert, told the Akron Beacon Journal. 'He wants out (and) will never play for the Browns again unless they treat him fairly." Cribbs, a quarterback at Kent State, compiled 1,542 yards on 56 kickoff returns, scoring three touchdowns, and added 452 yards on 38 punt returns with one touchdown. He established an NFL record on Dec. 20 when he scored on 100- and 103-yard kickoff returns in a 41-34 win at Kansas City. Cribbs, a Pro Bowl choice this season for the ... Read Full Story

According to NFP , Josh Cribbs and his agent are insulted by Mike Holmgrens offer of $1.4 Million per year to retain Cribbs’ services as WR and Kick returner. Cribbs’ agent Peter Schaffer said: “They need to treat him fairly or he’ll never play for the Browns again. He will demand a trade and he will walk out of there and they won’t see him for the offseason, they won’t see him ever again.” If Hixon doesn’t “return” for the Giants next year, the Giants could certainly use a dual threat like Cribbs next season. He’ll perhaps provide that consistent special teams spark the ... Read Full Story

Wide receiver Josh Cribbs has cleaned out his locker a day after his agent told ESPN.com the Cleveland Browns were "insulting" his client with low-ba 10 Vote(s) Read Full Story