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Browns Name Team Captains

Phil Dawson practices kicking the ball during training camp.

Ted Washington, Phil Dawson and Jamal Lewis Named Captains

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CLEVELAND (AP) -- Today Browns head coach Romeo Crennel came out and announced the captains ahead of Sunday's game against the Steelers. The biggest takeaway is that Crennel was looking towards veteran leadership instead of elevating young guys like Kellen Winslow.

Phil Dawson has been apart of the Browns organization since the team returned, his elevation to Captain was something many kickers don't get to experience. Dawson is a top 10 kicker in the league and with a team like the Browns, he should see plenty of action.

Jamal Lewis is a big surprise, the 28-year-old running back is a first-year Brown who has spent the majority of his career beating up on the Browns. On this young Brown's offense, however, Lewis will be the second oldest player. Lewis has reportedly been fired up since leaving the Ravens, looking to prove he still deserves a spot as one of the better backs in the league.

Lastly, Ted Washington coming into his 17th NFL season, the veteran will be 39 years old. Washington had his best season in 9 years last season. Somehow playing like one of the best nose tackles in the league despite being nearly twice the age of some of his colleagues.


With such a young team, Romeo Crennel's decision to stick with the vets this season seems like a smart one. Some experts predict the Browns could be in the mix in many games this season while others predict a rough year. Relying on guys who have been there could be the key to get the best out of the team.