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Cleveland Browns

-- Deshaun Watson Throws in Team Drills --
Fri Jul 26, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns QB Deshaun Watson (shoulder) was seen throwing in 11 on 11 drills during Friday’s practice for the first time since last season.

-- Dalvin Tomlinson to Undergo a Knee Scope --
Thu Jul 25, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports Cleveland Browns HC Kevin Stefanski says DL Dalvin Tomlinson (knee) will undergo a knee scope. Stefanski hopes Tomlison will be ready by Week #1.

-- Browns List Seven --
Wed Jul 24, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have placed RB Nick Chubb (torn ACL), OT Jack Conklin (knee), OT Jedrick Wills (knee), DT Dalvin Tomlinson, and DB D'Anthony Bell on the active/PUP list. The team also placed RB Nyheim Hines (knee) and DB Greg Newsome on the active/NFI list.

-- Amari Cooper Gets a Raise --
Tue Jul 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns WR Amari Cooper is getting a $5 million raise and the team is guaranteeing his salary for this season. No years were added to Cooper’s contract, so he remains on track to hit free agency in March of 2025. With a strong season in 2024, Cooper will set himself up for a big payday in eight months.

-- Nick Chubb Heading to the PUP List --
Thu Jul 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns RB Nick Chubb (torn ACL) is expected to begin training camp on the active/PUP list.

-- Deshaun Watson Feeling Great --
Wed Jul 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson (shoulder) said, “I’m great” when asked about the status of his shoulder injury ahead of training camp. Watson didn’t say whether he expects to be fully cleared for the start of training camp, but said there’s been no setbacks in his shoulder rehab.

-- Browns Extend Dustin Hopkins --
Mon Jul 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Cleveland Browns and PK Dustin Hopkins reached agreement on a three-year, $15.9 million extension, which now makes him one of the NFL’s top five highest-paid kickers. Hopkins is now tied to Cleveland through the 2027 season.

-- Nick Chubb Progressing in Rehab --
Mon Jul 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns RB Nick Chubb’s (torn ACL) recovery continues to move in the right direction. A video showing Chubb squatting 540 pounds late last week was posted to Instagram on Monday. While that’s not a sign that Chubb is close to being cleared for football activities, it shows that he’s working to get to that point as soon as possible. When he spoke to reporters in June, Chubb said doubts that he can regain his form have helped fuel his offseason efforts. “I use that as motivation,” Chubb said. “I see everything. It’s not the first time someone has counted me out, so I’ve been here before, and I’m not really paying much attention to it. But I do see it, and I’m just focusing on getting better.”

-- Browns Release Lonnie Phelps --
Thu Jun 20, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports the Cleveland Browns have waived DE Lonnie Phelps.

-- Lonnie Phelps Arrested for DUI After SUV Crash --
Thu Jun 20, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports Cleveland Browns DE Lonnie Phelps was arrested for drunk driving, after crashing his SUV into a restaurant on Wednesday.

-- Amari Cooper Contract Watch --
Wed Jun 19, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Orange and Brown Report reports Cleveland Browns WR Amari Cooper and the team remain at odds over the length of a potential extension, according to sources. Cooper is seeking a contract extension of at least two years guaranteed. The Browns, however, are reluctant to offer Cooper beyond a one-year extension. They have have been willing to include some guaranteed money for the extra year.

-- Deshaun Watson Rehab Update --
Mon Jun 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson (shoulder) is preparing to return from a shoulder injury that ended his season prematurely in 2023, and 2024 is clearly a make-or-break campaign for him. As things stand now, he's very much in line to return at full strength for the start of the season. In fact, the Browns are so eager to see him let it rip, they've circled the start of training camp on their calendars. "First and foremost, Deshaun has really worked his tail off during the rehabilitation process over the last several months," GM Andrew Berry said. "He's really actually ahead of schedule. He's really chomping at the bit to take the governor off so to speak, but really he's had a really nice spring. He's thrown the ball well. Did a really nice job during our 7-on-7 and team periods during this veteran minicamp. So, we're excited as he gets into training camp and gets the pads on. ... He's making excellent progress. Honestly if you didn't know he got hurt last year, you really wouldn't be able to tell the difference. We're very excited once camp starts."

-- Myles Garrett Tweaks Hamstring --
Thu Jun 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns DE Myles Garrett (hamstring) suffered a minor hamstring injury in the Browns’ final day of minicamp. Garrett did the rest of his work from the sideline after suffering the injury, but HC Kevin Stefanski said at the end of the day that Garrett would “be fine.”

-- Amari Cooper No-Shows Mandatory Minicamp Again --
Thu Jun 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns WR Amari Cooper is not at minicamp on Day #3. He is holding out for a contract extension. He is entering the final year of his current contract.

-- Amari Cooper No-Shows Mandatory Minicamp Again --
Wed Jun 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns WR Amari Cooper is not at minicamp on Day #2. He is holding out for a contract extension. He is entering the final year of his current contract.

-- Amari Cooper No-Shows Mandatory Minicamp --
Tue Jun 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns WR Amari Cooper did not report to Browns minicamp. Cooper is in the final year of his contract and is set to earn $23 million in 2024. Cooper turns 30 later this month.

-- Browns Minicamp Injury Update --
Tue Jun 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns QB Deshaun Watson (shoulder) was seen throwing during Browns minicamp. Meanwhile, WR Jerry Jeudy (undisclosed) is dealing with a “minor” injury.

-- Browns Sign All Drafted Rookies --
Fri Jun 7, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have signed all of their 2024 drafted rookies.

-- Nick Chubb Rehab Update - Not a Lock to Play Week #1 --
Wed Jun 5, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Brownszone.com reports Browns RB Nick Chubb (torn ACL), 28, isn’t putting a timetable on his return to the field, but expressed optimism during his first interview since the season-ending injury Sept. 18th in Pittsburgh. “I like where I’m at,” the Pro Bowl running back said after an organized team activities practice. “I’m where I need to be. I would say that the biggest thing for me is getting better every day.” Chubb started running on land in April and said that continues. He won’t practice until training camp at the earliest and could miss the start of the season in September. “Just right now I’m trying to get stronger,” he said. “I’m not looking too far ahead. I’m just taking it day by day. I have to get better today on Wednesday.”

-- Browns Extend Stefanski & Berry --
Wed Jun 5, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have signed HC Kevin Stefanski and GM Andrew Berry to contract extensions.

-- Browns Release Lucas Havrisik --
Tue Jun 4, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have waived PK Lucas Havrisik.

-- Elijah Moore Returns to OTAs --
Tue May 28, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns WR Elijah Moore returned to organized team activities on Tuesday after skipping the first week of OTAs last week.

-- Nyheim Hines Rehab Update --
Mon May 27, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns RB Nyheim Hines (torn ACL) is not participating in organized team activities as he works himself back from a torn ACL. He expects to be ready for training camp. He plans on being on the field Week #1. “I processed what happened to me as not a blessing in disguise, but it’s something you learn from,” Hines said last week, via team transcripts. “Honestly, this is the hardest thing in my life, and I truly believe that everything is on the other side of hard. . . . So, if I can get through this hard part, I think the best times are coming for me.”

-- Dawand Jones Rehab Update --
Thu May 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports OT Dawand Jones (knee) is expected to be close to full-go in training camp.

-- Deshaun Watson Throwing Every Other Day --
Thu May 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns HC Kevin Stefanski says QB Deshaun Watson is throwing every other day as he continues to rehab from last year’s shoulder injury. Stefanski also said Watson “looked like himself to me” when asked about his recovery, adding that he’s “making great progress.”

-- Deshaun Watson Sits Wednesday During OTAs --
Wed May 22, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Cleveland Browns official website reports Browns QB Deshaun Watson (shoulder) did not participate in Wednesday’s OTAs. Watson had offseason surgery to repair his right throwing shoulder. The team released video of Watson throwing during Tuesday’s OTA session, which was not open to the media. Watson, 29, said his doctors encouraged him to be conservative with how much he uses the shoulder in offseason practices.

-- Browns Re-Sign Lucas Havrisik --
Mon May 20, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have re-signed free-agent PK Lucas Havrisik.

-- Rodney McLeod to Retire After 2024 --
Tue May 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports Cleveland Browns S Rodney McLeod, 34, plans to retire after this season. “This is the last lap for me. It’s been a long career,” McLeod said. “I’m looking forward to rocking out with my teammates this year, giving it all, and hopefully ending up where we want to be, which is the last dance at the end of the year.”

-- Browns Sign All Drafted Rookies But One --
Fri May 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have signed all their drafted rookies to four-year contracts except 2nd-rounder DT Michael Hall Jr..

-- Nyheim Hines Rehab Update --
Fri May 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

WEWS in Cleveland reports Cleveland Browns RB Nyheim Hines (knee) said he should be good to go for the start of training camp.

-- Andrew Berry Speaks on Nick Chubb --
Thu May 2, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

92.3 The Fan reports Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry says RB Nick Chubb (torn ACL/MCL) is “feeling good.” “He’s doing a really nice job in his rehab,” Berry said. “Still has got a long way to go, but he’s progressing nicely given this point in time.”

-- Browns Sign One --
Tue Apr 30, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

AMDG Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have signed free-agent C Brian Allen.

-- Browns Pick Up 5th-Year Option on Greg Newsome --
Tue Apr 30, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have picked up the fifth-year option on CB Greg Newsome. Newsome is now set to make $13.3 million guaranteed in 2025.

-- Nick Chubb Rehab Update --
Thu Apr 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry said RB Nick Chubb (torn ACL) is progressing well as the season draws closer. “He’s really attacked it very aggressively, really since he’s been able to in the fall,” Berry said. “He’s going at a good pace. It’s still early. He actually started running on land this past week. That’s not to say that he’s through the woods or anything, but he’s doing everything in his power. He’s progressing appropriately, but certainly the next few weeks, next few months will be big as we continue to increase the load that he’s able to put on his knee, and then how much he’s ultimately able to do during his training.”

-- Deshaun Watson Rehab Update --
Thu Apr 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry provided another update on QB Deshaun Watson (shoulder). Watson has been at the team’s offseason workouts this week and Berry shared a note about how his right shoulder is progressing after last year’s season-ending injury. “This week Deshaun was throwing up to 40 yards,” Berry said. “He’s in a pretty good spot. Again, I don’t want to put the cart before the horse, he’s progressing as appropriate. We’re really, really pleased with the work that he’s put in and really pleased with how his shoulder’s responding, but we’re still in the rehab process. We know that it could take different left and right turns, but we’re pretty optimistic in terms of what we’ve seen so far.”

-- Browns Sign Germain Ifedi --
Thu Apr 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have signed free-agent OL Germain Ifedi.

-- Three Browns Retire --
Wed Apr 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports OL Justin Murray signed a futures contract with the Cleveland Browns in January, but he won’t be continuing to try to make the team. Murray has been placed on the reserve/retired list. The Browns also put WR Rashard Higgins and LB Christian Kirksey on the list after they signed one-day contracts to retire as members of the team.

-- Nick Chubb Rehab Update --
Tue Apr 16, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns HC Kevin Stefanski says there’s no timetable yet for RB Nick Chubb’s (torn ACL) return from a torn ACL injury.

-- Nick Chubb Reworks Deal to Remain a Brown --
Thu Apr 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports RB Nick Chubb and the Cleveland Browns have agreed to a reworked deal to lower his base salary of $11.75 million with the chance to earn it back via incentives.

-- Browns Host Joe Milton --
Fri Apr 5, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns hosted former Tennessee QB Joe Milton for a pre-draft visit this week.

-- Deshaun Watson Says He Will Play Week #1 --
Thu Apr 4, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson (shoulder) began throwing a couple of weeks ago and he’s expected to be present for the start of the conditioning portion of team’s offseason program this month. It’s unclear what he’ll be doing once the team moves on to on-field work, but he said on Thursday that he has no doubt that he will be good to go when things count in September. “Shoulder is great. I’m gonna be ready Week One for sure,” Watson said.

-- Browns Sign One --
Tue Apr 2, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have signed veteran special team CB Justin Hardee.

-- Deshaun Watson Speaks --
Sat Mar 30, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson (shoulder) was upbeat about his progress during his “QB Unplugged” podcast with quarterbacks coach Quincy Avery on Saturday. “The situation is good,” Watson said. “We’re in a great spot, right where we need to be. We have plenty of time to ramp up the throwing sessions and things like that, but everything is going pretty smooth. ... As long as I’m feeling well and the doctors and [physical therapists] and everyone are on the same page, we’re in a good spot.”

-- Nick Chubb Rehab Update --
Mon Mar 25, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Beacon Journal reports it’s currently still unclear when Browns RB Nick Chubb (torn ACL/MCL) may be back on the field. However, HC Kevin Stefanski shared a positive update on the running back during the annual league meeting on Monday. “I’m excited for Nick,” Stefanski said. “He’s doing a great job with his rehab, as everybody can imagine. We’ll just make sure that we continue to make decisions based on him and the medical staff. But excited about Nick.”

-- Browns Looking to Extend GM & HC --
Mon Mar 25, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports the Browns are close to extending HC Kevin Stefanski and GM Andrew Berry.

-- Browns Re-Sign Rodney McLeod --
Mon Mar 25, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have re-signed S Rodney McLeod.

-- Browns Sign Cade York --
Sat Mar 23, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports the Browns have signed free-agent PK Cade York.

-- Browns Sign D'Onta Foreman --
Wed Mar 20, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have signed free-agent RB D'Onta Foreman.

-- Browns Sign James Proche --
Tue Mar 19, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Cleveland Browns have signed free-agent WR James Proche to a one-year contract.

-- Browns Extend Jerry Jeudy --
Tue Mar 19, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns and WR Jerry Jeudy have agreed to a three-year contract extension worth up to $58 million, including $41 million fully guaranteed at signing.

-- Deshaun Watson Could Begin to Throw Today --
Tue Mar 19, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Browns QB Deshaun Watson (shoulder) may begin light throwing again as soon as Tuesday.

-- Browns Workout One --
Mon Mar 18, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns had a workout with free-agent DE Aaron Lynch on Monday.

-- Browns Sign Tyler Huntley --
Sun Mar 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports the Cleveland Browns have signed free-agent QB Tyler Huntley.

-- Rodney McLeod Watch --
Sat Mar 16, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports free-agent S Rodney McLeod is close to returning to the Browns on a one-year contract.

-- Browns Name Mike Vrabel --
Fri Mar 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have hired former Titans HC Mike Vrabel as a consultant.

-- Jerry Jeudy Restructures --
Fri Mar 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have restructured WR Jerry Jeudy’s contract. Cleveland will save $10 million against the cap in 2024.

-- Browns Re-Sign One --
Thu Mar 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports the Browns have re-signed DL Shelby Harris.

-- Browns to Sign Devin Bush --
Thu Mar 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Cleveland Browns have agreed to terms with free-agent LB Devin Bush on a one-year contract.

-- Browns to Sign Quinton Jefferson --
Thu Mar 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

KPRC2 reports the Cleveland Browns have agreed to terms with DE Quinton Jefferson on a one-year contract.

-- Browns to Host Devin Bush --
Thu Mar 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN’s Adam Schefter reports free agent LB Devin Bush is scheduled to meet with the Cleveland Browns.

-- Browns to Sign One --
Wed Mar 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have agreed to terms with free-agent TE Giovanni Ricci.

-- Browns to Sign Hakeem Adeniji --
Wed Mar 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have agreed to terms with free-agent OT Hakeem Adeniji.

-- Browns Re-Sign One --
Wed Mar 13, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports the Browns have re-signed P Corey Bojorquez on a one-year contract.

-- Browns Re-Sign Michael Dunn --
Tue Mar 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Athletic reports the Cleveland Browns have re-signed OL Michael Dunn to a one-year contract, per source.

-- Browns to Sign Nyheim Hines --
Tue Mar 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Cleveland Browns are set to sign RB Nyheim Hines to a one-year contract worth up to $3.5 million.

-- Browns to Sign Jameis Winston --
Tue Mar 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

Bleacher Report reports the Cleveland Browns are expected to agree to terms with QB Jameis Winston on a one-year deal worth up to $8.7 million.

-- Browns Eyeing Jameis Winston --
Mon Mar 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Boston Globe reports the Cleveland Browns are interested in free-agent QB Jameis Winston as a backup, after the Patriots signed QB Jacoby Brissett.

-- Browns to Sign Jordan Hicks --
Mon Mar 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports the Browns have agreed to terms with LB Jordan Hicks on a two-year, $8 million contract.

-- Browns Re-Sign Maurice Hurst --
Mon Mar 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have re-signed DT Maurice Hurst to a one-year, $3.2 million contract.

-- Browns Re-Sign Za'Darius Smith --
Mon Mar 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have re-signed DE Za'Darius Smith to a two-year deal with a $23.5 million base, source said. It has upside to $25 million with a $12 million base in year #1.

-- Browns Acquire Jerry Jeudy --
Sat Mar 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Denver Broncos and Cleveland Browns agreed to a deal today that will send WR Jerry Jeudy to Cleveland in exchange for two draft picks, a fifth- and a sixth-round pick in 2024.

-- Jedrick Wills Restructures --
Fri Mar 8, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have converted OT Jedrick Wills' fifth-year option with a restructure bonus that clears $10.44 million off this year’s cap and pushes it into future void years.

-- Denzel Ward Restructures --
Wed Feb 28, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns restructured CB Denzel Ward's contract, clearing $11.359 million in salary cap room.

-- Deshaun Watson Rehab Update --
Mon Feb 19, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns QB Deshaun Watson (shoulder) is on track in his rehab schedule and will begin throwing in March.

-- Browns Name Two --
Thu Feb 15, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns have named Andy Dickerson Offensive Line Coach and Roy Istvan Assistant Offensive Line Coach.

-- Browns Name Andy Dickerson --
Wed Feb 7, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have named Andy Dickerson Offensive Line Coach.

-- Browns Name Two --
Mon Feb 5, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have named Duce Staley RBs Coach and Tommy Rees Passing Game Specialist/TEs Coach.

-- Kareem Hunt Undergoes Surgery --
Tue Jan 30, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns soon-to-be free-agent RB Kareem Hunt underwent sports hernia surgery to repair a ruptured adductor.

-- Browns Name Ken Dorsey --
Sun Jan 28, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have named Ken Dorsey Offensive Coordinator.

-- Browns Name Jacques Cesaire --
Sat Jan 27, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have named Jacques Cesaire Defensive Line Coach.

-- Browns to Bring Back Nick Chubb --
Mon Jan 22, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry said the intention is to bring RB Nick Chubb (knee) back for the 2024 season, despite his knee injury and contract situation.

-- Browns Fire Three Coaches --
Wed Jan 17, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns haven fired OC Alex Van Pelt, RBs coach Stump Mitchell and not renewed the contract of TEs coach T.C. McCartney.

-- Deshaun Watson Remains Browns' Starting QB --
Sun Jan 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Beacon Journal reports Browns HC Kevin Stefanski re-iterated that QB Deshaun Watson remains the team’s starting quarterback heading into the offseason.

-- No Surgery for Anthony Walker --
Sun Jan 14, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns LB Anthony Walker (knee) said he won’t need surgery on his injured knee and that he could’ve returned in a month or so if the injury had happened earlier in the year.

-- Denzel Ward Expected to Play Saturday --
Fri Jan 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports Cleveland Browns CB Denzel Ward (shoulder - questionable) is expected to play on Saturday.

-- Riley Patterson Will Kick for Browns This Week --
Fri Jan 12, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports the Cleveland Browns will have PK Riley Patterson kick for them for a third straight game. The Browns’ regular kicker, PK Dustin Hopkins (hamstring), is still recovering from a left hamstring injury suffered when the club beat the Texans on Dec. 24. He did not practice all week and was ruled out. Patterson has made his one field goal attempt and is 6-of-7 on extra points in two games with the Browns.

-- Browns Thursday Injury Update - Hopkins OUT; Hunt & Njoku Limited; Flacco Practices --
Thu Jan 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Cleveland Browns official website reports Browns PK Dustin Hopkins (hamstring), WR Cedric Tillman (concussion), and S Grant Delpit (groin) are OUT. RB Pierre Strong (back), FS Juan Thornhill (calf), CB Mike Ford (calf), and CB Denzel Ward (shoulder) are questionable to play this week.

-- Denzel Ward Injures Knee Thursday --
Thu Jan 11, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns HC Kevin Stefanski says CB Denzel Ward (knee) injured his knee in practice today. It's unclear if he will be ready to play on Saturday.

-- Browns Wednesday Injury Update - Cooper & Hopkins Sit; Hunt & Njoku Limited; Flacco Practices --
Wed Jan 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Cleveland Browns official website reports Browns WR Amari Cooper (rest/heel), PK Dustin Hopkins (hamstring), and WR Cedric Tillman (concussion) did not practice on Wednesday. S Grant Delpit (groin), RB Pierre Strong (back), FS Juan Thornhill (calf), CB Greg Newsome (knee), TE David Njoku (rest/knee), RB Kareem Hunt (groin), DE Myles Garrett (personal/shoulder/hamstring), OG Joel Bitonio (rest/oblique/knee), CB Mike Ford (calf), WR Marquise Goodwin (knee), DE Ogbo Okoronkwo (pec/groin), and C Ethan Pocic (shoulder/stinger) were limited. LB Jordan Kunaszyk (calf), DB D'Anthony Bell (back), P Corey Bojorquez (quad), QB Joe Flacco (calf), S Duron Harmon (ankle), DE Shelby Harris (shin), and CB Denzel Ward (shoulder) fully practiced.

-- Amari Cooper Set to Play This Week --
Wed Jan 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns WR Amari Cooper (heel) says he’s good to go for Saturday. He said he could’ve played last weekend if he had to play.

-- Grant Delpit Designated to Return --
Wed Jan 10, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have designated S Grant Delpit for return from injured reserve.

-- Browns Tuesday Injury Update - Hunt, Cooper, Njoku, & Hopkins Sit; Flacco Practices --
Tue Jan 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

The Cleveland Browns official website reports Browns OG Joel Bitonio (rest/oblique/knee), WR Amari Cooper (rest/heel), DE Myles Garrett (personal/shoulder/hamstring), PK Dustin Hopkins (hamstring), RB Kareem Hunt (groin), CB Greg Newsome (knee), TE David Njoku (rest/knee), RB Pierre Strong (back), FS Juan Thornhill (calf), and WR Cedric Tillman (concussion) did not practice on Tuesday. CB Mike Ford (calf), WR Marquise Goodwin (knee), LB Jordan Kunaszyk (calf), DE Ogbo Okoronkwo (pec/groin), and C Ethan Pocic (shoulder/stinger) were limited. DB D'Anthony Bell (back), P Corey Bojorquez (quad), QB Joe Flacco (calf), S Duron Harmon (ankle), DE Shelby Harris (shin), and CB Denzel Ward (shoulder) fully practiced.

-- Dustin Hopkins Unlikely to Kick This Week --
Tue Jan 9, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NBC Sports reports Cleveland Browns PK Dustin Hopkins (hamstring) has missed the last two games with a hamstring injury. HC Kevin Stefanski says he is unlikely to make it back in the lineup for Saturday’s game against the Texans. PK Riley Patterson has handled the kicking duties the last two weeks and is now in line to kick in Houston as well.

-- Joe Flacco Will Rest This Week; Jeff Driskel Will Start --
Wed Jan 3, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports Cleveland Browns QB Jeff Driskel will start this week, while QB Joe Flacco will rest. QB P.J. Walker will back Driskel up.

-- Browns Sign Rodger Safford to Practice Squad --
Wed Jan 3, 2024 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have signed veteran free-agent OG Rodger Safford to their practice squad, potentially increasing their depth at a key spot.

-- Browns Could Rest Their Starters Next Week --
Sun Dec 31, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns would look to rest their starters if they are not playing for anything in Week #18 against the Bengals. If the Ravens beat the Dolphins today, they will secure the AFC North division title and the #1 seed in the AFC. The Browns have 11 wins and would be locked into a wild card spot. No other wild card team can catch them meaning they will be locked into the #5 seed, making their Week #18 game have no meaning to them.

-- Riley Patterson Will Kick for Browns Tonight --
Thu Dec 28, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

The Plain Dealer reports the Browns have elevated PK Riley Patterson to the team’s active roster.

-- Browns IR DTR; Sign P.J. Walker --
Tue Dec 26, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN reports the Cleveland Browns have placed QB Dorian Thompson-Robinson (hip) on injured reserve due to a hip injury. The team also signed QB P.J. Walker to the active roster .

-- Browns Officially Sign Joe Flacco --
Thu Dec 14, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

ESPN's Adam Schefter reports the Cleveland Browns have signed QB Joe Flacco to the active roster.

-- Browns IR Grant Delpit --
Wed Dec 13, 2023 --from FFMastermind.com

NFL.com reports the Cleveland Browns have placed S Grant Delpit (groin) on injured reserve with a groin injury.

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