ALAMEDA – Opponents are predictably bland on conference calls with out-of-town press, fearful of putting bulletin board material out there to outlets players can easily access. That generally keeps real opinions quiet, but Cleveland Browns quarterback Josh McCown was honest about Raiders struggles covering tight ends.
McCown said he saw “some areas to take advantage of that,” even without a top tier receiving tight end at his disposal. They have Gary Barnidge, a seasoned veteran used primarily as a blocker.
Not so on Sunday. McCown targeted Barnidge 10 times in 46 pass attempts, producing seven completions for 105 yards and a touchdown.