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Did Braylon punch LeBron’s friend?
Maybe it was frustration over not catching a pass in Sunday’s 23-20 overtime loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Maybe it was frustration over the loss itself.
Whatever the case, Browns receiver Braylon Edwards is being accused of using one of LeBron James’ friends as a punching bag late Sunday night.
An Associated Press story this afternoon:
LeBron James called Browns receiver Braylon Edwards “childish” for allegedly punching James’ friend early Monday morning outside of a Cleveland night club.
James said Edwards punched Edward Givens, a friend of James’ and a promoter with a Cleveland marketing firm who was working outside the club around 2:30 a.m. EDT.
“I’ve never crossed paths with Braylon before, but it seems like there’s a little jealousy going on with Braylon and me and my friends. I have no idea why,” James said. “I’ve never said anything to Braylon at all. But for him to do that is very childish. My friend is 130 pounds. Seriously. It’s like hitting one of my kids. It doesn’t make sense.” James says he was home when the fight occurred, but got a call from Givens telling him about it at 7 a.m. Monday.
Browns coach Eric Mangini said he has spoken with Braylon Edwards about the alleged fight.
The Cleveland Plain Dealer reported that a 28-year-old man accused Edwards of punching him in the face following an argument. The man said Edwards hit him with a closed fist. He said he suffered a black eye and cut and was treated at a hospital. Mangini said he was aware of the incident. He added his players’ personal conduct is important and that he was still gathering information on the incident.
Edwards did not catch a pass in Sunday’s 23-20 overtime loss to Cincinnati. It was the first time in 62 career games Edwards did not have at least one reception.
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By Mark
October 5, 2009 6:30 PM | Link to this
What is Braylon Edwards doing at a night club at 2:30am following a football game? Another spoiled pro. athlete at his best.
By Dennis
October 5, 2009 7:27 PM | Link to this
I think the Browns needs to talk with the 49ers about trading Edwards for Crabtree
By voiceofreason
October 5, 2009 8:31 PM | Link to this
Braylon continues to disappoint. Dropped balls (on the second offensive play of scrimmage!), getting a penalty after a critical first down—fortunately, the refs called offsetting penalties, and finally creating a distraction for the team this upcoming week. Release him if you can’t get anything for him. If the browns are going to lose anyway, why not develop the two rookie receivers and get rid of this cancer?
By Emmett Thornton Beaver
October 5, 2009 11:48 PM | Link to this
The sissy coward is wearing Brian Sipe’s number. Loser!
By Raoul
October 6, 2009 7:44 AM | Link to this
Braylon Edwards is the kind of player losing teams have on their team.
By kontender
October 6, 2009 7:54 AM | Link to this
dennis you stupid i wouldn’t trade braylon for crabtree they the same player they don’t get they way and they act out. that’s why i like college football more then nfl the nfl cry to much for me.
By dude
October 6, 2009 8:50 AM | Link to this
looks like they traded the wrong receiver ,they should’ve keep winslow and got rid of worthless edwards
By dude
October 6, 2009 8:52 AM | Link to this
i meant kept not keep , sorry just woke up still foggy
By Gman
October 6, 2009 9:25 AM | Link to this
Braylon is a nut case. As the pet detective says-“LOOOOOOOOOSER” !
By kelly
October 6, 2009 10:53 AM | Link to this
He’s from Michigan, what do you expect?!?!
By Jack
October 6, 2009 11:40 AM | Link to this
Time to quickly explore trade scenarios. Only have 10 days (?) until the trade deadline. Find the best deal and make it happen. He will not be here next year and lets roll with the two young guys. Season is lost, but with a QB who can throw the ball, we can see what results the young guys will produce.
By F.
October 6, 2009 12:14 PM | Link to this
I am with the majority..Get rid of butterfingers Braylon. He is worthless.
By sam
October 6, 2009 1:25 PM | Link to this
What the story doesn’t say is that Lebron’s friend threw 3 punches at Edwards but he dropped them.
By ryan
October 6, 2009 6:41 PM | Link to this
I agree with Mark! Why in the Hell is he anywhere near a night club. Is he trying to catch a girl? Maybe a Drink? No maybe a Good Time becasue he didnt catch a football all day Sunday. Just another Michigan Flop!