BEREA, Ohio -- Hes now RG4.3.Trying to revive a once soaring career that crashed badly in Washington, quarterback Robert Griffin III believes he has a leg up -- two of them actually -- over the competition to win Clevelands starting job.As the Browns prepared to open training camp Friday under first-year coach Hue Jackson, Griffin gave his assessment of the QB field.Theres only one of us that runs 4.3, he joked, noting his blazing time in the 40-yard dash. They like to race me a lot.Clevelands other quarterbacks may not catch him. They wont have time.Griffin is expected to beat out veterans Josh McCown, Austin Davis and rookie Cody Kessler for the top gig and become Clevelands 25th starting quarterback since 1999 -- and the one the Browns hope finally pulls them from the NFLs basement.Griffin signed a two-year contract in March with the Browns, who are eager to see if the 26-year-old can recapture the magic he showed while electrifying the NFL as a rookie in 2012. While that was only four years ago, it seems like ages, and even Griffin isnt entirely sure if he can get back to being the player he once was.Hours before his first practice, Griffin was asked how to get his game back to its jaw-dropping rookie level.I just think you have fun, he said. Its a kids game that we get to play for a kings ransom. At the end of the day, you know what youre doing. Youve done your studying, you worked hard, youve run, youve lifted, all those things. Now youve just got to come out here and have fun. I think thats the beauty of the game, the more fun you have the easier it is for you to play freely and go out and make plays.Jackson plans to name his starter before the teams first exhibition game on Aug. 12 at Green Bay, giving the quarterbacks 11 practices or scrimmages -- at most -- to make an impression.Griffin didnt offer much of an opinion on Jacksons timetable, while McCown, the 37-year-old who started eight games last season for Cleveland, believes its best to get such an impactful decision -- and potential disruption -- out of the way.I think it gives us a sense of direction and the way hes headed, McCown said. The team and everyone can get behind the guy and move forward. Were all supportive of that. I just think sometimes if it drags out and lingers it can be a distraction. You name a guy and move forward, and everybody gets behind that guy. I trust his leadership on that.Griffin took the majority of snaps with Clevelands starting offense on Friday, but Jackson said that was more because McCown doesnt need as much work than any kind of pecking order.The 6-foot-2 Griffin had a rather unspectacular workout. He showed good velocity on several throws over the middle, but he overthrew a couple deep balls and never left the pocket to showcase his running ability. McCown made some plays but will have to do more to overtake Griffin, still knocking off some rust after not playing last season.Griffins stunning fall in Washington led to speculation about whether his skills are declining. He underwent surgery following the 2012 season, and his release in March sparked talk that his career might be in jeopardy.Jackson, though, believes Griffin remains a superior athlete.I know people have questioned where he is physically, Jackson said. I dont see that. Hes still Robert Griffin. The same guy that came out in 2012, but just wiser. Hes been through a lot of different systems and a lot of different things and I think he has grown by leaps and bounds.Off the field, Griffin has been doing all he can to bond with his teammates. One of the knocks on him in D.C. was that he was selfish. The Browns havent seen that at all.The thing I like about Robert the most is hes hungry, cornerback Joe Haden said. Hes super hungry. You could tell in everything that he said, everything he does, that he just wants to work. He wants to be part of a team. He wants to build relationships with all of the players. He goes out of his way to set up different bowling things, and he just wants team camaraderie.I could just tell hes a team-first guy, and thats what I really, really love about him.Game notesHaden, who underwent offseason ankle surgery, is confident hell be ready for the season opener. Hed like to play in one of the final exhibitions. ... 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And how will the performance affect Hodgsons tactical thoughts ahead of this summers showpiece? We take a look… Kane and Alli combination is essential Harry Kane scored his fifth England goal after being set up by Dele Alli Dele Alli set up seven of Harry Kanes Premier League goals for Tottenham this season - the joint-most productive combination between any pair of players in the division. And it took the duo just two minutes to click against Turkey, with Alli slipping a pass through the legs of his marker for Kane to slot in the opener - albeit from an offside position. Roy Hodgson felt there were lots of positives to be taken from Englands victory over Turkey but there were still things to work on Of course, both Alli and Kane have strong cases for inclusion in Roy Hodgsons starting line-up in their own right. Kane was the top scorer in the Premier League and has delivered repeatedly in the early days of his England career. Alli, too, has shone on international duty and picked up the PFA Young Player of the Year prize for his efforts with Tottenham this term. Allis assists for Kane Dele Alli has assisted Harry Kane eight times this season; more than any other player. But together they form an incisive partnership - and Hodgson must find a way to make the most of their mutual understanding. That could mean playing Alli in a more advanced midfield role, so he is closer to Kane, or by handing the pacey 20-year-old license to burst forward from a deeper position. Either way, Kane and Alli together provide a potent threat for this England side.Vardys best position is through the middle Jamie Vardy scored in his third international in a row This was just the second time Kane and Jamie Vardy had started in the same match for England and just seconds after the first whistle they almost combined to open the scoring. Kane, stepping in from the right with the ball, slipped a pass through the Turkey defence which was fractionally too heavy for Vardys run.However, Vardy spent much of the next 55 minutes wide on the left, holding his position as part of Englands attacking trio at the top of a 4-3-3. After firing Leicester City to the Premier League title with 24 goals as a central striker this season, it seemed like a waste. Rather than causing problems for Turkeys centre-backs, Vardy was restricted to showing off his less-than-impressive crossing ability. Neither of his two attempted crosses went close to finding an England player. Jamie Vardy has made a big difference to England. He worries the life out of teams. Peter Taylor A second-half tactical switch to a 4-4-2 diamond allowed Vardy to return to his central role and the Foxes forward relished the opportunity. He won a penalty - lashed wide off the post by Kane - after winning a race for a ball over the top with Mehmet Topal and twice threatened on the break late on by linking up with Kane.Vardy also kept his scoring run with England going, netting his third in three games from close range after Turkey keeper Volkan Babacan spilled Gary Cahills header. Former England caretaker boss Peter Taylor says he is an important figure tactically for Hodgson.Vardy has made a big difference to England because he always looks [to run] beyond [the opposition defence] and because he looks beyond it worries the life out of teams, Taylor told Sky Sports News HQ. They drop off and all of a sudden weve got a long pitch. If Roy plays the diamond shape you then have more bodies in that area and more space to work in to.Defensive concerns must be addressed Turkey created a number of openings against Englands defence Despite victory, there were a number of worrying moments for England as Turkey pressed for a late leveller - and, throughout, there were defensive issues Hodgson will no doubt be keen to examine.England are now three games without a clean sheet for the first time since a run of four in August 2013 and Hakan Calhanoglus opener - Turkeys first-ever goal against England - came after a catalogue of errors which saw the hosts fail to clear their lines, pick up opponents, cut out dangerous passes and hold position. England v Turkey shooting stats England Turkey Shots 15 14 Shots on target 4 4 Shots off target 10 6 Blocked shots 1 4 Hit woodwork 1 0 Turkey striker Cenk Tosun was almost a beneficiary of more slack defending at the start of the second half when he had a free header from a corner before John Stones allowed him to turn and shoot on the edge of the box.ddddddddddddAnd only a superb save from Hart in injury time prevented substitute Olcay Sahan from volleying in, after England repeatedly failed to clear the ball.Both Danny Rose and Kyle Walker impressed in the full-back positions but England as a team cannot afford to present opportunities as lightly at Euro 2016.Wilshere needs 90 minutes Jack Wilshere played for 65 minutes against Turkey Jack Wilsheres inclusion in this England squad - despite only featuring in Arsenals final three games of the season - demonstrates Hodgsons faith in the midfielder and the managers desire to give him every chance possible of making the trip to France. Now it is down to Wilshere to prove he is match fit and ready to deliver for his country.The 24-year-old insisted he was 100 per cent fit after the game but was, nonetheless, withdrawn after 65 minutes. During his time on the field, Wilshere recorded a pass completion rate of 90.9 per cent, came up with a couple of key passes and one interception - as well as a yellow card for breaking down a Turkey counter-attack. You want that type of different midfield player like Jack Wilshere for your options, whether you start him or bring him on as sub. Peter Taylor All in all it was a steady if unspectacular appearance. Peter Taylor insists Wilshere remains an important option for Hodgson, though, and expects him to be included when the squad is cut to 23 on May 31. Wilshere is so different, such a clever player, he could play for Barcelona, Taylor told Sky Sports News HQ.Hes such a talented player. You want that type of different midfield player for your options, whether you start him or bring him on as sub. He did well. Id be wrapping him up in cotton wool.Sterling still struggles with his final ball Will Raheem Sterling (right) make Roy Hodgsons final Euro 2016 squad? No outfield player made more appearances in Englands Euro 2016 qualifying campaign than Raheem Sterling but, after a tough first season at Manchester City since his big-money move from Liverpool, the winger would have hoped to have made more of a mark against Turkey.There were glimpses of his strongest attributes - early on he linked up well with Alli between the lines of the visitors defence and midfield, while in the second half he skipped past a couple of challenges with a burst of pace. But Sterlings struggles with his end product were also on show. Sterling vs Turkey Sterling vs Turkey Shots 1 Total passes 16 Completed passes 10 Attempted dribbles 9 Successful dribbles 6 Attempted crosses 3 Successful crosses 1 Touches 34 The winger recorded just two assists and six goals at Premier League top-scorers City this season and two wasted, off-target crosses against Turkey were moments of frustration. Another inaccurate pass from the left flank to the edge of the penalty box sparked a threatening Turkey counter-attack.After being withdrawn on 73 minutes, Sterling will hope to get another opportunity against Australia on Friday night to remind the England supporters - and, more importantly, Hodgson and his coaching staff - of the talent he has.Also See:Vardy, Kane star for EnglandEngland player ratingsWedding rules out VardyWilshere: Im fit and ready ' ' '
