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Daven Holly injures knee Browns begin search for new cornerback to start 2008 season
By Marla Ridenour
Beacon Journal sportswriter
Published on Thursday, May 22, 2008
BEREA: The Browns' biggest weakness became a gaping hole Tuesday when cornerback Daven Holly blew out his left knee, landing awkwardly after leaping to break up a pass.
Coach Romeo Crennel said Holly suffered cartilage and ligament damage. General Manager Phil Savage said Holly could undergo surgery Friday. A reconstruction will likely sideline the three-year veteran for at least this season.
Crennel said receiver Braylon Edwards suffered a hip pointer on the same play. Edwards was unable to practice Wednesday during the second week of organized team activities for the Browns. Savage said his injury was not serious.
The loss of Holly sent Savage into full search mode. The Browns traded starting cornerback Leigh Bodden to the Detroit Lions in the deal for defensive lineman Shaun Rogers and they released Kenny Wright last week after two offseason arrests for marijuana possession. Holly and Brandon McDonald, a fifth-round pick who played well last season after rookie starter Eric Wright suffered a November knee sprain, were expected to battle in training camp for Bodden's spot.
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