Browns Fall To The Steelers For The 12th Time In A Row: Steelers 27, Browns 14

On Sunday afternoon, Eric Mangini coached his first game in one of the most storied rivalries throughout NFL football; however, the new head coach could not end the 11 game losing streak to the Steelers. The one time fierce rivalry is losing it's flare as the Browns have become Ben Roethlisberger's play toy. Cleveland kept it close, and midway through the 3rd quarter the Browns were only down by a field goal; however, the Steelers passing game then took over and dismantled the Browns. Despite the outcome, Cleveland showed an almost respectable brand of football in their 27 to 14 loss.

Browns Without Starters - The Cleveland Browns started the game without LB Kamerion Wimbley and TE Steve Heiden. Wimbley was out with flu-like symptoms and Heiden was sidelined with a knee injury. I remember being a young kid watching this game and guys would play with casts on their arm. Now, Wimbley is out with flu-like symptoms. I guess its hard to get up for any game when you are 1-5, but this game is supposed to mean something no matter what. With Wimbley out, LB Jason Trusnik got the start and Te Greg Estandia filled in for Steve Heiden.

(Wild)Cats Out Of The Bag - The Browns started the game in the wildcat formation with Joshua Cribbs taking the snaps. The wildcat proved to be an effective tactic for the browns as Cribbs rushed for an average of 7.5 yards on 6 carries, but Cribbs did throw an interception in the red-zone, and he became the first player since 1950 to throw an interception and have a kick return for a touchdown in a game. With the lack of offensive production that is plaguing the Browns, expect the wildcat formation to become a prominent part of the Cleveland offense.

Take It To The House - Josh Cribbs continues to show his value week in and week out. This week it came in the form of a 98-yard kick return for a touchdown. At the time, the Steelers just scored on a 52-yard touchdown pass from Roethlisberger to Ward to make it 14 to 0 in the second quarter, and the Browns were in danger of letting this game get out of control. Cribbs galloped through a Pittsburgh defenders diving attempt at a tackle and record his 8th career kick return for a touchdown and 3rd vs. the Steelers.

• Show Me The Money- The front office of the Cleveland Browns needs to take care of Cribbs' contract situation ASAP. Cribbs is the best weapon Cleveland has, and with the possibility of the wildcat formation, who knows what Cribbs is capable of. If the Browns let this contract situation continue and Cribbs becomes disgruntled, the one shinning spot on the Browns roster besides the punter is going to be serious about a trade in the next couple of days before the deadline.