The Facts:
The Browns say Hardesty is close to 100 percent after his knee surgery. He would be able to take part in all the minicamps, drills, etc. v
Reported by the Cleveland Plain Dealer
Fantasy Football Diehards Line:
According to Plain-Dealer staffer Terry Pluto, the Browns know that there is a risk of further injury, but believe Hardesty can be a big-time back (especially combined with Peyton Hillis) in the West Coast offense. He was not used much to catch passes at Tennessee, but the Browns believe he can do that -- much as Hillis did last season. While Hillis was clearly the team's most dangerous and productive offensive weapon last year, he just as clearly wore down because of it. At the very least, a healthy Hardesty might mean a fresher Hillis down the stretch.
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