CLEVELAND -- A few minutes into its second episode, it became clear HBO was more than justified in its decision to feature the Cleveland Browns on this season of "Hard Knocks."
The best, however, may still be to come.
On Monday, Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network reported that Dez Bryant's free-agent visit with the team will be showcased on the third episode of the series, which will air on Tuesday night. Per Rapoport, footage from the visit will include a meeting between Bryant and Browns head coach Hue Jackson, who engaged in what was ultimately a forthcoming conversation.
“I’m just looking for realness,” Bryant reportedly says in a scene.
"The last two years have been hell," Jackson replies. "But it’s going to take guys like you who love to compete."
Although Bryant left Cleveland on Friday without a contract, the door remains open for a potential deal between the two sides. Whether or not the Browns opt to sign the former Dallas Cowboys star could depend upon how comfortable they feel with their wide receiving corps heading into the regular season.
Speaking of Cleveland's receivers, they figure to be featured prominently on Tuesday night -- just as they were a week prior. One week after "Hard Knocks" showcased Corey Coleman being traded to Buffalo and Antonio Callaway's citation for marijuana possession, Episode 3 will feature not only Bryant's visit, but Josh Gordon's return to the team.
Suffice to say, HBO executives -- and its viewers -- have been more than content getting an inside look at the Browns this offseason.