There is a newfound sense of optimism surrounding the Cleveland Browns' offense going into the 2018 NFL season. One of the more intriguing dynamics is the development of their receiving corps.
The Browns already have a bonafide stud at wideout in Josh Gordon and are hoping wide receiver Corey Coleman can serve as a solid secondary option. According to Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer, offensive coordinator Todd Haley says this will be a deciding year for Coleman:
“He’s been out here working,” Haley said. “I’ve seen him every day. He understands this is a big, big year in his career. Year three is usually the make-or-break year of what kind of you’re going to be. I’ve made that clear to him. He understands it, and he’s working hard accordingly to try to be the best that he can be.”
There is certainly plenty of truth to Haley's comments. Although Coleman has shown some flashes of promise, he has done little to solidify his position opposite of Gordon. Cleveland made quite the investment when they took him with the 15th overall pick in the 2016 NFL Draft. Unfortunately, they have seen little return from Coleman thus far.
Most of his struggles can be traced from his inability to stay healthy. Coleman has registered 56 receptions for 718 yards and five touchdowns in 19 games through the first two years of his career. That said, he will need to show he is durable enough to stay on the field in order to secure a long-term future in Cleveland. Otherwise, the Browns may have to look elsewhere for a secondary option in the passing game.
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