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Rob Goldberg is the featured Columnist for January 6, 2022.
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According to a report, the quarterback is unhappy with the team's play-calling and could seek a new home in the off-season.
Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com reported that if things don't change next season, he'll consider asking to be traded.
According to the report, the head coach's play-calling didn't always put him in position to succeed or play to his strengths.
The report was denied on the social networking site.
Baker Mayfield was contacted.
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Clickbait. You and other Cleveland media are stirring reporters with no facts. Don't say anything in my mouth that will make it hard for you to put food on the table. I am not your puppet.
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The final year of his contract will see him make $18.9 million.
He will not play in the season finale against the Cincinnati Bengals because of his shoulder surgery. Despite high expectations, the Browns fell short of the playoffs.
The quarterback had 3,010 passing yards and 17 touchdown with 13 interceptions. His Total QBR was 26th of 31 qualified players.
The total QBR was 65.5.
His past success could convince opposing teams to take a chance on him. A new system could allow him to rebound from a tough year.
A quarterback-needy team would have limited risk with just one year on his contract.
Cleveland hopes a new quarterback can get the team back to the playoffs.
