The Facts: The Browns on Monday signed fullback Alan Ricard and tight end Ryan Krause to one-year contracts.
Diehards Line:Ricard was signed by the Buffalo Bills before the 2006 season but was waived prior to the season opener. A member of the Ravens from 2000-2005, he helped pave the way for Jamal Lewis to set a franchise record by rushing for 2,066 yards, the second-best total in league history. Ricard will rejoin Lewis in Cleveland. ... Krause has spent each of his three seasons with the Chargers, recording five receptions for 81 yards and a touchdown.