Browns' early defensive struggles not surprising, or reason to panic

BEREA, Ohio -- The Cleveland Browns offense had a disastrous debut to begin last season.

Following the arrival of a new coaching staff, the addition of several new starters and the installation of a new scheme, the Browns offense looked completely discombobulated in an embarrassing 38-6 loss at Baltimore.

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But from there, the offense gradually improved. And by the end of the season, it was among the best units in the NFL, finishing sixth in…