Madden NFL 2000 Cleveland Browns Roster

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Madden NFL 2000 Cleveland Browns Roster Photos and Player Highlights

Cleveland Browns 1999 Madden NFL 2000 Roster. The 1999 Cleveland Browns represented the eagerly awaited return of the franchise to the NFL following a three-year absence due to their contentious relocation to Baltimore. Competing as an expansion team under head coach Chris Palmer, they concluded the season with a record of 2-14, playing at the newly constructed Cleveland Browns Stadium Photo.

Cleveland Browns Key Details and Key Roster Players

First Pick: The Browns chose quarterback Tim Couch from Kentucky with the first overall selection in the 1999 NFL Draft. Head Coach was Chris Palmer and the General Manager was Dwight Clark. Key Statistical Leaders: Passing: was Tim Couch (2,447 yards), Rushing was Terry Kirby (452 yards), Receiving was Kevin Johnson (986 yards). Other notable roster players include DT Jerry Ball, WR Darrin Chiaverini, K Phil Dawson and CB Daylon McCutcheon.

Cleveland's Notable Moments of 1999

The Return Game: The season opener on September 12, 1999, served as a stark reminder of the challenges ahead, as the arch-rival Pittsburgh Steelers defeated the Browns 43-0 in front of an enthusiastic home crowd. The "Hail Mary" Miracle: The team's inaugural victory (21-16) occurred on October 31 against the New Orleans Saints, clinched by a thrilling, last-second "Hail Mary" touchdown pass from Tim Couch to Kevin Johnson. Upset Over Pittsburgh: On November 14, the Browns achieved a surprising 16-15 win against the Steelers at Three Rivers Stadium, marking their second and final victory of the season.

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