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Brady Quinn Reports For First Broncos Training Camp
July 29th, 2010
Denver Broncos Training Camp 2010 started today (Wednesday) as only rookies, certain veterans, and players coming off injuries were required to report today. The rest of the team checks in on Sunday.
Fellows Broncos QB, #25 overall draft pick Tim Tebow, is still in contract negotiations, so the snaps were split between Kyle Orton and Brady.
Once all hands are on deck, we’re sure all eyes will continue to be focused on Denver QB competition. While it may get old for us Brady fans (having to go through yet another training camp QB battle), I’m sure it’s old hat for Brady. He has a great attitude and strong work ethic so we’re sure he’ll do just fine!
NFL Network has an exclusive interview w/ Brady after the first day of training camp. Click here to watch it.
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Brady Quinn & Chinedum Ndukwe Reminisce at College Football Hall of Fame
June 22nd, 2010
As reported a couple of days ago, Brady Quinn and his best friend since 7th grade, Chinedum Ndukwe, visited children at the Memorial Children’s Hospital in South Bend, IN. They also made their appearance at the College Football Hall of Fame Gridiron Legends Luncheon.
This article from WSBT, really showcases just how good of friends they really are.
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Former Notre Dame football players Brady Quinn & Chinedum Ndukwe share a laugh during Monday's College Football Hall of Fame Gridiron Legends Luncheon. (WSBT Photo)
About eight in every 10,000 high school football players make it to the NFL. Not only have Brady Quinn and Chinedum Ndukwe accomplished that, but they did it from the same high school, and forged a friendship in the process that is still going strong today.
During their time at Notre Dame, Quinn and Ndukwe were not just teammates, and not just roommates, but great friends.
Or, at least, friends.
“You know what kind of a friend he is? He’ll leave all his hair products in the bathroom when we were roommates,” Ndukwe said. “Just leave them all over, like the counter. Everywhere.”
“He’s got a lack of hair,” Quinn said. “So I don’t know what he’s going to do with any of that.”
Quinn and Ndukwe have been going back and forth like this since they were first teammates, in seventh grade. Last fall – 13 years later – they finally got to play against each other. Their recollections of that week 12 game are quite different.
Quinn had a rushing touchdown, but Ndukwe’s Bengals won the game. Either way, it was a great reunion.
“He’s my best friend.” Quinn said. “He’s one of those guys where if we don’t see each other for a long time, the next time we re-unite, it’s like time hasn’t passed. We just continue to keep on and have a good time together.”
“We’ve been through highs and lows together,” Ndukwe said. “He’s probably going to be the best man at my wedding. That’s probably like 10 years from now.”
And when that happens, Quinn will be there. Hair products and all.
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I am happy to report that one of our Brady Bunchers was in attendance yesterday at the Century Center in South Bend, IN.
So the day has come and gone and man did I have a blast! I was so so lucky to meet Brady, talk with him, have somethings signed by him.
We met in the upper part of the Century Center before the event took place. I sit very close for the ND home games and he remembered us from the games and we chatted about, the snow in Denver, and so on. He said he is really focused on this next year coming up, talked about his sister, Laura Hawk, being 4 months pregnant, and The Ndukwe Foundation.
During the event, it was about life at Notre Dame and giving back to the community as ND and his parents have taught him. He talked about how he and Chinedum became friends in 7th grade over a cheap shot that Chinedum threw on Brady during a game, and about how nice it was to have AJ Hawk to talk football with.
They asked Brady if his football career ended today what would he do, he responded by saying he would come back to ND, get a law degree, be a lawyer, and run a foundation as well. It was a great day for me.
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Watch The Video of Brady and Chinedum at the Century Center.
Brady Quinn’s First Denver Mini-Camp
May 18th, 2010
And you know what that means, right? PICTURES!
Oh, don’t worry there’s more after the jump… Read the rest of this entry »
Well, That Was Ugly
August 16th, 2009
The Browns looked, well, ugly tonight in Lambeau. Brady Quinn got the start, but the team failed to put any points on the board in 4 quarters, while the defense seemingly was unable to provide the much-needed stops to keep the Packers from moving the chains in a 17-0 loss. It definitely could have been worse than it was, but it was, after all, a preseason game.
So what about the QB competition? To be honest, none of the QB’s looked good. All 3 who played (Quinn, Anderson, and Ratliff) recorded at least 1 INT, with Ratliff turning the ball over 3 times. And failed to score points for the Browns. However, you can’t fault Brady for the penalty on a 1st quarter field goal that effectively cost the team 3 points. He wasn’t even on the field!
If you look at all 3 QBs “work” today, it’s easy to see that Brady performed the best; although that’s not saying that much. In Brady’s first possession, he moved the offense down the field. While the drive didn’t result in a TD, it did initially give the Browns a field goal before Hank Fraley’s penalty. Here’s what Mangini had to say about Brady’s limited action:
“I thought Brady did a nice job with the two drives he had,” Mangini said. “But with any drive, the ultimate objective is to score points.”
Brady’s final stats in 2 series was 7/11 for 68 yards and 1 INT. He had positive yardage and pass completions; something Derek Anderson can’t claim. He finished 0/2 for 0 yds and an INT. If memory serves me correctly, he was only on the field for 5 total plays. His first series was a 3 and out and the second series resulted in an INT on the 2nd play of that series. Not a good day for D.A. That’s a 0 QB rating, isn’t it?
Brett Ratliff played the entire second half, but didn’t accomplish much. The media seems to be the ones trumpeting the whole “Ratliff is a darkhorse to start” nonsense. I don’t see it. I see him as the 3rd QB and nothing more. I won’t judge him on his performance tonight (because everyone was bad), but Brady and D.A. need not look over their shoulders for him, regardless of what he does in training camp 2 minute drills.
I will say this, though. My boy, Mike Furrey had a great game. The bright spot for the Browns IMO. I also like Josh Cribbs as a WR. Braylon was Braylon, with his no pass catching self. The Browns desperately need to find a running game. Like, now.
Now, what happens next week? Mangini has already gone on record that whichever QB didn’t start today gets the start next week. So that means Derek will get the home start against Detroit. Even in preseason action, the Lions are much, much worse than Green bay. What if D.A. goes and plays lights out in that game while Brady just puts up ok numbers? Does the tide turn again? Will this roller coaster ever end?
It’s one thing to look good in training camp, but quite another to show it in game situations. I’m still waiting for Derek to do that. And I’m still waiting for Brady to get his chance without worrying if he’s going to get pulled.
Check out some pictures after the jump. Read the rest of this entry »
A Training Camp Picture Post (8-7-09)
August 8th, 2009
Why? Because everyone likes Brady pictures! These are all from Friday, August 7, 2009. Enjoy!
This is Brady’s competition
August 7th, 2009
Sometimes, Derek just makes it so easy to poke fun at him. I’ll let you fill in your own thought bubbles for this pic in the comments section.
Browns May Minicamp Round-Up
May 21st, 2009
Since news has slowed to a crawl — which I am completely ok with — I figured we’d get a couple of nuggets coming out of Browns minicamp, which ended today. And did we ever!
I already tweeted about Mangini saying that Brady has a slight edge thus far in “QB Competition 2009″. And yes, it is early, but we Brady fans should be all about any positive news we can get our hands on. And this, make no mistake, is good news! If you aren’t following me on Twitter (shame on you!), you can do so here.
Here’s the CliffsNotes version of the Mangini news:
“Brady will get the first reps today. He started with the first reps on Wednesday, and that’s because he’s done a really outstanding job in the offseason program. Not that Derek hasn’t done well, but [Quinn] gets the first reps.”
And if that wasn’t enough, then came new video of Brady talking to the media.
Also, pictures from minicamp is available from the official site.
Note: Yes, I am choosing to ignore the rest of the team for right now. I know there is Josh Cribbs drama, but there are quite a few fine Browns blogs you can visit for those updates.
Another Brady Quinn comic
November 8th, 2008
by flyte44
Now that Brady got his birthday wish (and ours) it’s time for another comic. This is episode 7 of my, “It’s a Derek Life” series, entitled, “BRADY QUINN’S BLAME GAME.” As you may already know, Brady did a bang up job debuting as starting quarterback against the Denver Broncos. Unfortunately, the Browns couldn’t pull off a win. OH, it wasn’t Brady’s fault, but you wouldn’t know that from his interview. They could have won the Super Bowl and Brady still would have criticized himself for not doing more. Of course this is nothing new – I found this in our own archives.
*Clicking on comic brings up the full-sized version. Previous and forthcoming episodes will be in the message board.
Brady’s locker room interview
November 4th, 2008
Coming off the practice field (where he received the same amount of reps) Brady answered some pressing questions. Overly modest, but sincere, Brady showcased typical aplomb. Don’t take my word for it, see it yourself at the Browns official website.
A Brady Quinn comic
October 28th, 2008
by flyte44
I made a comic about Brady Quinn on the sidelines. I, and a few other Brady Bunch members, enjoy writing captions to pictures on the message board. Here’s my latest installment of a comic I call, “It’s a Derek Life.” This is episode 5, entitled. “What Brady REALLY does on the sidelines.” It’s all in good fun to pass the time away until he gets his chance. (Seriously, we are only asking for a starting chance!)
*Clicking on comic brings up the full-sized version.
Browns go down to Jets 24-20
August 8th, 2008
Well, that was a pretty ending, was it?
The heavens opened during the 1st quarter and unleashed a wrath upon those in attendance at Cleveland Browns Stardium. Watching the game on tv made me extremely glad that I was sitting home (2 hours southwest of Cleveland) where it was bone dry. (Sorry, John!)
The first series featured the first teams. It also added credibility to my claim that Braylon Edwards really is that good of a WR. Did you see his touchdown grab from an off-the-mark DA pass? All the props goes to Braylon for that catch. I wish we’d get a chance to see what Brady could do throwing to Braylon and Donte, but doesn’t look like that’ll happen anytime soon.
So after the 1 hour weather delay, play resumed with the second stringers, led by Brady. It was great hearing the crowd cheer as he took the field. Brady continued to play through the beginning of the 4th quarter before being relieved by Ken Dorsey. Brady put together solid stats going 13 of 17 for 133 yards and 1 interception. When he exited the game, the Browns had a comfortable 10 point lead.
I should have stopped watching right then and there. Because the remainder of the game was like watching a train wreck. It was so frustrating! Especially the last 30 seconds of the game. How can you be that close to the goal line and NOT score? I wanted to bang my head against the wall.
I’ve never seen such a horrible pass/receiving showing as the time when Dorsey was in the game. 8 for 26? Ouch. And I know the argument. I remember it very clearly from when Brady got the mop-up duty last year. He was throwing to “scrubs” and being blocked for by them as well. However, I don’t recall the viewing of those portions of games as being that painful. Honestly, we couldn’t buy a reception and that was so hard to watch. The run game seemed to have broken down at that point too. Yucky.
But the 1st 3 quarters of the game showed that the Browns are much improved over last season. The team gave up too many “big plays” to the Jets, but seemed to not have that much trouble moving the chains or defending them. I’m loving that Shaun Rogers acquisition right about now!
The Favre talk wasn’t as much as I thought it’d be. Maybe that’s because much of it occured during the weather delay that I tuned out since I was “working” at the same time. I’m good with the multitasking yo.
The Browns official site posted a Brady highlight video. I’m going to do my own from the footage I capped. I loved the drive where Brady showed his mobility to give the team the 1st down. There is also a post-game lockerroom interview.
Extra Point: NY Jets TE A.J. Schable is ok. He was injured during a Browns kickoff return and left the field on a stretcher. He’s been released from the hospital. *whew*
More Training Camp Coverage
July 27th, 2008
I realized that if I tried to do a post every day, I’d likely drive myself crazy. I need to keep my sanity so I can go crazy during the season, right? Right.
So, to sum up the past few days of camps:
Brady Looks Ahead to Training Camp
July 20th, 2008
And he aint alone!
This post contains a little bit of press leading up to Wednesday’s kickoff of the Cleveland Browns 2008 Training Camp. Brady attended The Granted Wish Foundation’s Kick-Off Event in Canton tonight and revealed that he is in a great place, as opposed to last year, heading into training camp.
Gone are all the distractions that come with being a rookie. These included overall adjustments, contract disputes, and learning a new system.
This year, Brady can focus on connecting with his teammates and improving his game; something he works tirelessly towards. The sucess of the 2007 season has set the bar high, which Brady thinks is a good thing. The team will use that to continue to push itself to improve further. The Cleveland Browns want to play in the post-season this year!
BTW, I totally forgot to add the ESPY pictures to the gallery until now. Why? Because I’m a tool. Click here.
Brady at the 2008 ESPYs
July 17th, 2008
Here is a picture of Brady and his +1 on the red carpet. Teammates Braylon Edwards and Kellen Winslow Jr. also made appearances on the red carpet.
The ESPY’s air Sunday at 9PM(ET) pm ESPN.
ETA: See a small selection of similar red carpet pictures here.
More Minicamp Pictures
June 13th, 2008
Added 4 5 more minicamp pictures to the gallery.
Also, another minicamp article from the Akron Beacon Journal.
I just love when these news websites decide to add the things I was looking for after I’ve updated. Thanks, guys!
Chat w/ other Brady Fans!