Peyton Hillis "hopeful" for Week 9

The Browns believe RB Peyton Hillis (hamstring) could be ready for this Sunday's game against the Texans.  "We're hopeful," HC Pat Shurmur said. "He's day to day. So we'll see how he progresses."  Hillis practiced last Wednesday but then felt sore and was unable to get back on the field the rest of the way.  Cleveland could really use him now.  It sounds like RB Montario Hardesty (calf) will miss anywhere fro 2-8 weeks, and RB Chris Ogbonnaya isn't capable of effectively carrying the load.  Check back tomorrow for an update on Hillis' progress.