Johnny Manziel is one of the biggest topics being discussed as the Cleveland Browns talk with candidates for the now vacant offensive coordinator position.
On Tuesday, the Browns sat down with Chan Gailey, who is now confirmed to be heading to the Jets as their OC. Former Bears coach Marc Trestman came in on Wednesday.
Other candidates include John DeFilippo, quarterbacks coach for the Oakland Raiders; Anthony Lynn, assistant coach on the New York Jets; and Matt Cavanaugh, the Chicago Bears quarterbacks coach.
ESPN says that Manziel “will be a prominent topic at these meetings -- what their plan is for Manziel, how to make him better, play to strengths (mobility, arm strength) and mask on-field weaknesses (fitting into language-heavy NFL offense, decisiveness).”
There’s no clear answer on whether Manziel will start next season or even be on the roster if the Browns choose to draft another quarterback.
“What potential coordinators say about the talented but maligned quarterback could shape the Browns’ long-term views on whether he’s the answer in 2015,” the broadcaster said.
Lots of eyes are on the candidates, after Kyle Shanahan resigned. Shanahan had full responsibilities for calling plays, and whoever is hired to replace him is expected to have similar freedom.
