Raiders 26 Browns 24

The following are my thoughts on the Browns frustrating loss Sunday in Oakland:

1. Derek Anderson didn't have a great game but after a shaky start did some very good things in the second half. He should be lauded for giving his team a chance to win. Especially impressive was how he led the team down the field with less than 2 minutes and no timeouts.
2. Braylon Edwards and Kellen Winslow had great efforts in this game. Was really good to see Braylon put two solid efforts in a row. This is a sign of maturity in his game. It has come out later in the week that he played with a separated shoulder. Which is more impressive that he had such a good game with a bum shoulder.
3. Once again the defense was bad. When is Todd Grantham going to get criticism from the media. This guy is Teflon in the local media. I'm not saying it is all his fault but he is in charge of the unit.
4. Ive heard numerous people blame the defensive line. While breaking down the tape they aren't getting pushed around, their just not athletic. With this being said it is up to the linebackers to fill the gaps and make some plays.
5. Scott Player punted well in subbing for an injured Dave Zastudil. I like that he punts to the sideline and does a good job of allowing his coverage team to make a play. I love the guy's look, finally a punter who looks like a hard ass.
6. Josh Cribbs had another stellar game and really gave the team a lift and changed the momentum in the game. When will the national media start talking about him in the same company as a Devin Hester.