5 replacements for Robert Griffin III in Cleveland

By John Buhler | Sep 12, 2016

Sep 11, 2016; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Connor Barwin (98) sacks Cleveland Browns quarterback Robert Griffin III (10) during the second half at Lincoln Financial Field. The Philadelphia Eagles won 29-10. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-USA TODAY Sports /

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Oct 12, 2015; San Diego, CA, USA; Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Michael Vick (2) throws a pass against the San Diego Chargers at Qualcomm Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports /

4. Michael Vick

There is another dual-threat playmaker available on the free agent market. Might the Browns consider bringing in former Atlanta Falcons and Philadelphia Eagles signal caller Michael Vick in for a visit?

Vick last played for the 2015 Pittsburgh Steelers. He had to play in a few games last season when Steelers starter Ben Roethlisberger was out with an injury. Vick isn’t the same dynamic on-field presence he was in his 20s, but the Browns have gone dual-threat with their last two starters: Griffin and Johnny Manziel.

The former Virginia Tech great has an elite arm that will cut through the harsh winds associated with playing outside in the AFC North. In his last few years, Vick has shown that he can game-manage and let the running game open up the pass.

Cleveland may have a lot of issues in terms of personnel, but its young offensive weapons might need a veteran presence under center to bring out the best in them in 2016. Vick would provide more locker room stability than what Griffin showcased while with the Washington Redskins.

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