It's official. Former All-Pro receiver Josh Gordon is now a Patriot after the Browns dealt the long-troubled wideout for a fifth-round pick on Monday.
Many groaned, celebrated, and took to Twitter to express their astonishment at New England's latest acquisition. The Browns had awaited Gordon's return throughout the entire preseason, but after appearing in one regular-season game, the two sides have parted ways.
Gordon joining New England was something some saw as a possibility, while others, such as NFL Network's Marc Sessler, perceived as fodder. No way could the Browns possibly deal Gordon to the Patriots, the same team that refused to even consider any of their offers for former backup quarterback Jimmy Garappolo.