Browns coach Mike Pettine said the young cornerback, who drew criticism from teammates and coaches alike, has been dealing with a "very personal" issue that came to the team's attention at some point before the season ended.
The coach would not reveal the nature of Gilbert's problem, but it's the first time he's mentioned it to reporters.
Pettine was asked if he had a better handle on what led to the 23-year-old's struggles both on and off the field. Was it a poor attitude and lack of professionalism?
"It's more than that," the coach said. "I don't want to get into it. It's very personal and I'm not going to get into details about it."
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The coach would not reveal the nature of Gilbert's problem, but it's the first time he's mentioned it to reporters.
Pettine was asked if he had a better handle on what led to the 23-year-old's struggles both on and off the field. Was it a poor attitude and lack of professionalism?
"It's more than that," the coach said. "I don't want to get into it. It's very personal and I'm not going to get into details about it."
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