Eric
07-23-2006, 09:47 AM
From the Dayton Daily News
It's time for NFL players to start sweating
By the Dayton Daily News
The July heat has impressed (and depressed) many of us. But imagine going through football workouts in this stuff. That's what NFL players are facing this week, including the Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns.
If you're heading south to Georgetown, Ky., to watch the Bengals, or north to Berea to catch the Browns, here are some things to keep in mind.
If you're a Bengals fan ...
• You'll have great access to players and coaches. Autograph seekers are accommodated after every practice. It's the opposite in Detroit, where workouts are closed.
• Better hurry to Georgetown, or you'll miss the team. Camp breaks Aug. 11. Why so soon? Because it's not feasible to return for a short work week between the first two preseason games (Aug. 13 vs. Washington; Aug. 18 at Buffalo).
• All practices are free, but note the increase in parking prices — up to $12 (previously $10) per car; $25 for school buses and passenger vans; $50 for large buses.
If you're a Browns fan ...
• You also get great access to players and coaches, but parking can sometimes be a problem. Your best bet is to take one of the free shuttle buses to practice.
• All practices are free except Aug. 4, which is "Family Night" at Cleveland Browns Stadium ($5).
• There will be several special events: Three "Locker Room Sales" — at the Berea facility Saturday and Aug. 13, and on "Family Night" at the stadium — during which game-used jerseys, pants, locker bins and parkas will be available for purchase.
• The concession stands are among the best at any NFL camp, with Donatos Pizza, Dawg Pound Hot Dogs, Krispy Kreme donuts and beverages, plus a beer garden.
It's time for NFL players to start sweating
By the Dayton Daily News
The July heat has impressed (and depressed) many of us. But imagine going through football workouts in this stuff. That's what NFL players are facing this week, including the Cincinnati Bengals and Cleveland Browns.
If you're heading south to Georgetown, Ky., to watch the Bengals, or north to Berea to catch the Browns, here are some things to keep in mind.
If you're a Bengals fan ...
• You'll have great access to players and coaches. Autograph seekers are accommodated after every practice. It's the opposite in Detroit, where workouts are closed.
• Better hurry to Georgetown, or you'll miss the team. Camp breaks Aug. 11. Why so soon? Because it's not feasible to return for a short work week between the first two preseason games (Aug. 13 vs. Washington; Aug. 18 at Buffalo).
• All practices are free, but note the increase in parking prices — up to $12 (previously $10) per car; $25 for school buses and passenger vans; $50 for large buses.
If you're a Browns fan ...
• You also get great access to players and coaches, but parking can sometimes be a problem. Your best bet is to take one of the free shuttle buses to practice.
• All practices are free except Aug. 4, which is "Family Night" at Cleveland Browns Stadium ($5).
• There will be several special events: Three "Locker Room Sales" — at the Berea facility Saturday and Aug. 13, and on "Family Night" at the stadium — during which game-used jerseys, pants, locker bins and parkas will be available for purchase.
• The concession stands are among the best at any NFL camp, with Donatos Pizza, Dawg Pound Hot Dogs, Krispy Kreme donuts and beverages, plus a beer garden.