Cleveland Browns Transactions
Monday, January 09
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
 | The Cleveland Browns relieved defensive coordinator Joe Woods of his duties on Monday, according to a source. The team has already requested permission to interview New England Patriots linebackers coach Jerod Mayo for the position. Woods had been the defensive coordinator under head coach Kevin Stefanski sine 2020. Cleveland made the postseason that year for the first time since 2002, but their defense has started slow each of the last two seasons and was ranked 31st in defensive efficiency at one point in October. Cleveland's run D was their weakness, finishing second-worst in the NFL in defensive total rush expected points added at minus-23.11. |
Sunday, January 08
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt (head) exited late in the second quarter during Sunday's game against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He is officially listed as questionable. The 27-year-old tallied 10 rushing yards and 15 receiving yards before exiting the contest. D'Ernest Johnson should operate as Cleveland's No. 2 back until Hunt can return. |
Saturday, January 07
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
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|  | Pittsburgh Steelers defensive back Minkah Fitzpatrick (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's AFC North showdown with the Cleveland Browns. The 26-year-old missed a few practices during the week but was available in a limited capacity on Friday. Fitzpatrick is sitting on a career-high six interceptions this season, so the team would certainly love to have him out there for one last push toward a postseason berth. |
Saturday, December 31
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney has cleared concussion protocol ahead of the Week 17 matchup against the Washington Commanders. The three-time Pro Bowl pass rusher was spotted boarding the team plane. That being said, it sounds like Clowney is going to be back on the field this weekend. His presence is certainly a boost for this defensive unit. However, it's uncertain how much Clowney will play with the Browns not having much incentive to win. |
Friday, December 30
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (hip) is off the final injury report and will play against the Washington Commanders in Week 17. Cooper's injury designation says his limited practice was not injury related but also mentions a hip injury. Despite the contradiction, all that matters is he'll play, so fantasy managers can insert him in lineups in a mostly neutral matchup for fantasy wide receivers. |
Wednesday, December 28
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (foot) said he'll be playing in the final two games of the regular season and said there was no consideration otherwise. Chubb has been playing through a minor foot injury in recent weeks, but he's come just shy of the 100-yard mark in each of the last two games, carrying the ball 45 times for 191 yards and no touchdowns while catching one pass for 10 yards. The Browns are eliminated from postseason contention, but he will continue to serve as their workhorse running back in Weeks 17 and 18 against the Washington Commanders and Pittsburgh Steelers. Fantasy managers playing for a championship in the next two weeks need to leave him locked into their lineups as an RB1. |
Friday, December 23
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns and right tackle Jack Conklin agreed to a four-year, $60 million contract extension on Friday that includes $31 million fully guaranteed, according to his agents. Christmas came a little early for Conklin this year. The 28-year-old offensive lineman is now tied to the Browns through the 2026 season. He missed the first two games this year while recovering from surgery he had on his knee last December, but since returning he's been a staple on the right side of the Browns' offensive line. Conklin was originally the eighth overall pick out of Michigan State by the Tennessee Titans in 2016. The two-time All-Pro spent the first four years of his career in Tennessee and has spent the last three seasons in Cleveland. |
Thursday, December 22
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (foot) is good to go for the Week 16 game against the New Orleans Saints on Saturday. Chubb missed the first two practice days of the week, but he was able to return to the field on Thursday, setting him up for his normal role as Cleveland's backfield leader on Christmas Eve. The RB6 in overall fantasy points in half-point PPR setups this year, Chubb is an absolute must-start in the fantasy playoffs as an RB1 at home in a game that could feature inclement weather. The Saints defense has been right around the middle of the pack in terms of half-point PPR points allowed to the running back position per game in 2022 (20.1). Lock Chubb into your lineups with confidence this weekend. |
Wednesday, December 21
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (foot) didn't practice on Wednesday. The superstar running back has missed the past two days of practice because of the injury. Yet, fantasy players shouldn't panic, as the former Georgia Bulldog still has a few days to practice before Saturday's matchup against the New Orleans Saints. Even if Chubb doesn't practice this week, that necessarily won't keep him from playing Saturday. However, he has struggled since Deshaun Watson's return, averaging only 71 rushing yards and 8.3 half-point PPR fantasy points per game. Nonetheless, fantasy players should start Chubb, assuming he is active this week. |
Tuesday, December 20
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (foot) did not participate in practice on Tuesday due to a foot injury. It's not what fantasy managers want to hear in the middle of the fantasy postseason. He a season-high 70 percent of the offensive snaps in the Week 15 win over the Baltimore Ravens and had 20-plus carries for the fifth time in 2022, so perhaps his foot injury isn't all that serious. We'll know more later this week, and Chubb still has two more days to return to practice. If the 26-year-old is active, he's a must-start, high-end RB1 as the RB6 in overall points in half-point PPR scoring. If Chubb's foot injury keeps him out this Saturday against the New Orleans Saints, Kareem Hunt would likely operate as the lead back and would be a plug-and-play RB2. We'll keep a close eye on Chubb's status the rest of the week. |
Thursday, December 15
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (hip) was a non-participant in Wednesday's practice. He has now missed back-to-back sessions due to a hip issue. The 28-year-old played through the hip issue during Sunday's game against the Bengals. In last week's loss to Cincinnati, he caught two of seven targets for 42 yards. Cooper will have one more chance to log a full practice ahead of Saturday's game against Baltimore. If active, Cooper is a borderline WR2 in a tough matchup against a Baltimore defense that ranks sixth in DVOA versus opposing WR1s. Donovan People-Jones would see an uptick in targets if Cooper is ruled out for Week 15. |
| | Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said that wide receiver Amari Cooper (hip) will give it a go and play against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday in Week 15. Cooper has been battling through a hip injury, but he looked good on the practice field on Friday. The 28-year-old missed two practices this week but returned on Thursday, so he will be active this weekend. He caught just two of his seven targets for 42 yards while playing 86 percent of the offensive snaps in last week's loss to the Cincinnati Bengals. Cooper isn't 100 percent healthy and is still developing chemistry with quarterback Deshaun Watson heading into Watson's third game of the season, making Cooper a potential bust as a WR2 in Week 15. |
|  | Cleveland Browns rookie wide receiver David Bell (toe, thumb) is listed as questionable for Week 15 against the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday. Bell didn't practice at all this week, so it would almost be a surprise if he played this weekend. The 22-year-old third-rounder has done very little for fantasy managers in his first NFL season, as he's caught 23 of his 31 targets for 196 yards and no touchdowns in 13 games (three starts). If he's out against Baltimore, it would open up more opportunities for Michael Woods and Demetric Felton behind Amari Cooper (hip) and Donovan Peoples-Jones. Peoples-Jones continues to rise in the fantasy ranks and could have another big game with Cooper battling through a hip ailment. |
Wednesday, December 14
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns placed linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (foot) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday. Owusu-Koramoah was injured in the Week 14 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals and will now miss the rest of the regular season with only four games remaining. The Browns are still trying to determine if the 23-year-old will need surgery, which could put his availability for next season in jeopardy. Owusu-Koramoah finishes his second NFL season with 70 tackles (45 solo), seven tackles for loss, four passes defensed and two forced fumbles in 11 games (10 starts). |
| | Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (hip) was questionable entering Sunday's game against the Bengals. He suited up but picked up a hip injury during that contest. The team did not hold an official practice on Tuesday but estimated the 28-year-old as a DNP because of the hip while also including "not injury related - rest," meaning they believe he will be on the field again on Saturday when Baltimore comes to town. The practice reports on Wednesday and Thursday will be worth monitoring because Cooper's performance last week was underwhelming, catching only two passes for 42 yards. |
Sunday, December 11
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (hip) is listed as questionable for Week 14 versus the Cincinnati Bengals, but as ESPN's Jeremy Fowler reports, he "still has a good chance to play" and the Browns "are expecting him on the field." If confirmed, the veteran wideout would rank as a WR2 while Donovan Peoples-Jones falls into the WR3 tier. Look for official confirmation on Cooper's status around 11:30 a.m. EST on Sunday. |
| | Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (hip) will suit up for the Week 14 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. The 28-year-old injured his hip in practice on Thursday and was uncertain for this contest. However, Cooper worked out pregame and feels good enough to play on Sunday. He could be on a pitch count, but it really depends on how he's feeling during the game. Fantasy managers can feel safe putting Cooper back into their lineups on Sunday. |
Friday, December 09
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (hip) and tight end David Njoku (knee) were both limited in practice on Thursday. Cooper was given a veteran rest day on Wednesday but is now dealing with a hip injury that we'll have to monitor before Sunday's game against the Cincinnati Bengals. The 28-year-old caught four of his nine targets for 40 yards in quarterback Deshaun Watson's season debut last Sunday. Watson is likely to continue to shake off the rust, making Cooper a volatile WR2 for fantasy managers if he plays this weekend. Njoku missed last week's game but has put in two limited practices this week and is expected to return against the Bengals. Fantasy managers might not want to expect much from the 26-year-old in his first game with Watson throwing him the pigskin. |
| | Cleveland Browns wide receiver Amari Cooper (hip) is listed as questionable for Week 14 against the Cincinnati Bengals. Cooper is expected to play on Sunday, but he popped up on the injury report on Thursday with a limited session and didn't practice on Friday. The 28-year-old will enter this weekend's game as a very shaky WR2 for fantasy managers. If he plays, will he be 100 percent? How effective will he be? In quarterback Deshaun Watson's season debut in Week 13, Cooper was targeted nine times and caught four of them for 40 yards. Cooper has had his moments in 2022 in his first year with the Browns and has seven touchdowns in 12 games, but he'll be boom-or-bust in fantasy lineups as he continues to develop chemistry with a rusty Watson. |
|  | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (knee) was removed from his team's final injury report on Friday ahead of a Week 14 matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. Njoku missed Week 13 with the injury but will suit up for his first game with Deshaun Watson as his quarterback in Week 14. On Friday, head coach Kevin Stefanski told reporters, "Dave's (Njoku) looked like himself. He looks good." The Bengals are allowing the 14th-fewest fantasy points per game to the tight end position in 2022. Njoku missed the game with an ankle injury when these two teams met previously, back in Week 8. Treat him as a low-end TE1 heading into Week 14. |
Thursday, December 08
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns placed wide receiver Anthony Schwartz (concussion) on Injured Reserve. The second-year man suffered a concussion last Sunday and will now miss at least the next four games. In a corresponding move, the Browns claimed former Buccaneers wideout Jaelon Darden off of waivers. Schwartz was not heavily involved on Cleveland's offense this season, but his absence could result in increased snaps for Demetric Felton and rookie Michael Woods. |
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (knee) and rookie wide receiver David Bell (thumb) were both listed as limited for Wednesday's practice. Njoku missed the Week 13 win over the Houston Texans and has missed three of the last six games due to two separate knee injuries. But the 26-year-old is expected to play this Sunday against the Cincinnati Bengals, where he should operate as a low-end TE1 for fantasy managers. With Njoku out last Sunday, Harrison Bryant caught his only target for six yards. Bell failed to reel in his only target before getting injured in Week 13, but the 21-year-old rookie appears to be on the right track to play this weekend. Bell has just 20 catches for 169 yards and no touchdowns in his first NFL season, so he's not a realistic fantasy option if he's active. |
|  | The Cleveland Browns claimed wide receiver/kick returner Jaelon Darden off waivers from the Tampa Bay Buccaneers on Wednesday, according to a source. The Browns scooped up the 23-year-old after he was waived earlier this week. He'll give Cleveland some receiving depth after they played Anthony Schwartz (concussion) on Injured Reserve on Wednesday. Darden played in 12 games for the Bucs this year, catching both of his targets for 26 yards and also carrying the ball once for two yards. He has also returned a league-high 31 punts for 330 yards on special teams. The second-year receiver/returner will be more valuable to the Browns on special teams and will remain well off the fantasy radar. |
Wednesday, December 07
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (knee) missed last week's 27-14 win over the Houston Texans. However, the star tight end says he's good to go this week for the team's critical AFC North matchup against the Cincinnati Bengals. The former first-round pick added that he's very excited to play with Deshaun Watson after missing the quarterback's season debut last week. Njoku has been a consistent tight end for fantasy players this season, averaging 8.5 half-point PPR fantasy points per game. More importantly, the Bengals have surrendered six receptions and at least 65 receiving yards to tight ends in three straight contests. |
Tuesday, December 06
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | The Cleveland Browns' plan is to have tight end David Njoku (knee) practice this week and play in Week 14 against the Cincinnati Bengals after he missed last week's win over the Houston Texans, according to a league source. Njoku has missed three games this year due to two separate knee issues, but it looks like he'll be back for fantasy managers as a TE1 option this weekend. We'll keep an eye on the 26-year-old's practice status this week, but fantasy managers could get him back in the final week before the playoffs begin in most fantasy leagues. The former first-rounder has been a decent low-end TE1 in 2022 with 41 catches for 464 yards and two touchdowns in nine games. |
Sunday, December 04
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns wide receiver David Bell (hand) is questionable to return against the Houston Texans in Week 13. He exited after failing to haul in his lone target during the Browns' first offensive drive. Bell has seen more involvement as of late, catching 13 passes for 96 yards. Anthony Schwartz should operate as Cleveland's No. 3 receiver in Bell's absence. |
Friday, December 02
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (knee) missed his second straight day of practice this week on Thursday. On top of it, Njoku is also dealing with a new knee injury than the one that caused him to miss several games earlier this season. He could still return to practice on Friday and have a shot at playing in Week 13 against the Houston Texans, but it's not looking good right now. Fantasy managers that were planning on starting him this weekend should be looking for backup options at this time. If the 26-year-old cannot play, Harrison Bryant and Pharaoh Brown would see more usage at the position in quarterback Deshaun Watson's season debut against his old squad. |
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (knee) still is not practicing on Friday and is likely to miss the Week 13 game against the Houston Texans. Njoku is dealing with a new knee injury than the one that sidelined him for a few games earlier this year, and fantasy managers should move him to their benches for the weekend. It sounds like he'll eventually be ruled out or listed as doubtful for this Sunday's game. With Njoku unlikely to play, Harrison Bryant and Pharaoh Brown will see added playing time for the Browns in quarterback Deshaun Watson's season debut. Bryant and Brown will be desperation low-end TE2 options for fantasy managers. |
| | Updating a previous report, Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (knee) has officially been ruled out for the Week 13 game against the Houston Texans. Njoku missed practice all week with a new knee injury than the one that sidelined him for a few games earlier this season. There's a chance he could miss time beyond this weekend. With the 26-year-old officially out this weekend, quarterback Deshaun Watson will be looking to tight ends Harrison Bryant and Pharaoh Brown in his season debut against his former team. Neither Bryant nor Brown make for very attractive streaming tight ends in fantasy. Bryant is probably the better bet for production on Sunday, but he has just 23 receptions for 179 yards and one touchdown on 33 targets in 11 games in 2022. |
Thursday, December 01
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said that tight end David Njoku's knee injury is different than the one he missed practice time with last week. He will continue to work through it this week and isn't being ruled out for Week 13 against the Houston Texans on Sunday. Njoku officially missed practice on Wednesday and could be questionable for this weekend. If he's limited or out, Harrison Bryant and Pharaoh Brown would see more playing time for Cleveland but won't be very attractive fantasy streamers at the position. Njoku had just 29 yards on five catches in last week's overtime win over the Tampa Bay Buccaneers and found the end zone for the second time this year. If he's active, he'll be a midrange TE1 in fantasy with more upside now that quarterback Deshaun Watson is back. |
Tuesday, November 29
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns waived quarterback Joshua Dobbs on Monday to make room on the active roster for quarterback Deshaun Watson, who was officially reinstated from his suspension. Watson will make his season debut for the Browns in Week 13 against his old team, the Houston Texans. Jacoby Brissett, who has started for Cleveland all year, will back up Watson the rest of the way. Kellen Mond will serve as the No. 3 signal-caller with Dobbs now out of the picture. If Dobbs clears waivers, the Browns will likely bring him back to their practice squad. The 27-year-old hasn't played in an NFL game since the 2020 season with the Pittsburgh Steelers. |
Sunday, November 27
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Tampa Bay Buccaneers defensive tackle Vita Vea (foot) will suit up for the Week 12 matchup against the Cleveland Browns. He was questionable coming into this game due to a foot issue. It sounds like the problem is minor, so the stud tackle will take the field on Sunday. Through 10 games, Vea has 26 tackles, 6.5 sacks, and one fumble forced. His presence will be helpful in the Bucs attempt to slow down running back Nick Chubb. |
Friday, November 25
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle/knee) will play against the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 12, but it's unclear whether or not he'll be on a snap count like he was last week against the Buffalo Bills. Njoku played just 28 snaps to Harrison Bryant's 55 in that game and caught just two passes for 17 yards. With all that said, risk is baked into his Week 12 fantasy outlook. If he plays the full complement of snaps, his upside has proven to be high. Ultimately, the tight end position is extra scarce this season with a ton of key injuries, so the risk is probably worth it in Week 12. |
Thursday, November 24
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle, knee) missed Wednesday's practice as his team began preparations to take on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in Week 12. Njoku missed games in Weeks 8 and 10 with a bye week in between with an ankle injury, but the knee issue is a new injury for the breakout star. If he is able to suit up in Week 12, Njoku would draw an excellent matchup against a Tampa Bay defense that is allowing the seventh-most fantasy points per game to opposing tight ends in 2022. Keep an eye on the practice reports from Thursday and Friday to see what Njoku's chances of playing are in Week 12. If he suits up, consider him a low-end TE1. |
Sunday, November 20
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) is officially active for Week 11 against the Buffalo Bills. He had been listed as questionable after practicing in a limited capacity on Friday. Njoku returns following a two-game absence. He has hauled in 34 passes for 418 yards and one touchdown through seven games this season, giving him plenty of appeal as a mid-to-low TE1 in fantasy football this week. His value should only rise when Deshaun Watson takes over in Week 12. |
Saturday, November 19
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Cleveland Browns defensive end Chase Winovich (hamstring) has been activated from the injured reserve. The 27-year-old will be able to play for the first time since Week 2. He was traded to the Browns in March, but hasn't been able to make much of an impact. Before joining the Browns, Winovich put together some decent performances as a rotational player with the New England Patriots. The return of WInovich should give the Browns defense a slight boost. |
Friday, November 18
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) is currently considered questionable for the Week 11 matchup against the Buffalo Bills. The good news is, Njoku was able to return to the practice field on Thursday. That is a step in the right direction with Njoku being sidelined since suffering a high-ankle sprain in Week 7. The 26-year-old was in the middle of a breakout campaign before going down with this injury. That being said, fantasy managers should hold to hold him through this issue. He could be a risky play this week because he probably won't be 100 percent and the Bills have an above average defense. Although, Njoku should still be able to produce low-end TE1 value, assuming he's able to play. |
Thursday, November 17
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) didn't practice on Wednesday as he continues to recover from an ankle injury he suffered in Week 7. It's not a good sign for his availability in Week 11 against the Buffalo Bills, but Njoku also has two more days to try and get back on the practice field. The 26-year-old deserves to be stashed in all fantasy formats while he's injured, as he was having a breakout season for the Browns before his injury. If Njoku misses another contest, Harrison Bryant and Pharaoh Brown will continue to see more playing time. Bryant is the one worth streaming as a TE2 with touchdown upside after he found the end zone for the first time this year in Week 10 on three catches for 15 yards. |
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) returned to the practice field on Thursday. It's unclear if Njoku was able to put in a full practice or if he was just limited, but either way, his return gives him a chance to play in Week 11 against the Buffalo Bills. Thursday was Njoku's first practice since he suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 7. The 26-year-old was having a breakout season before his ankle injury, catching 34 of his 42 targets for 418 yards and a touchdown, so he should remain rostered in all leagues. Njoku will be extra risky as a TE1 if he plays at less than 100 percent this weekend, especially on the road against a strong Bills defense in what is expected to be a snowstorm. |
Tuesday, November 15
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns are signing defensive tackle Ben Stille off of the Miami Dolphins practice squad on Tuesday. The Browns defense has been one of the worst units against the run this year, so they are trying to build some depth with the Stille signing. It comes after they waived defensive tackle Roderick Perry II on Monday. Still stands at 6-foot-4, 300 pounds and is quick and explosive at his position. The 25-year-old from Nebraska saw nine defensive snaps with the Dolphins in his NFL debut in Week 7 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. |
Friday, November 11
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) has been officially ruled out for Week 10 against the Miami Dolphins. Njoku hasn't practiced or played since suffering a high left-ankle sprain in Week 7, and he won't be able to return this weekend after resting up during last week's bye. The 26-year-old will have to return to the practice field next week in order to have a shot to suit up in Week 11 against the Buffalo Bills, but it wouldn't be a surprise if he missed another week. In Njoku's absence in Week 8, Harrison Bryant played 74 percent of the offensive snaps but wasn't targeted at all in the passing game. Fantasy managers should ignore Bryant again this weekend. Receivers Amari Cooper and Donovan Peoples-Jones will likely benefit from more targets in the passing game with Njoku out again. |
Thursday, November 10
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) did not take part in the team's practice on Wednesday. Njoku himself expected to be available to play in Week 10 against the Miami Dolphins, but the team is pumping the brakes on his return after he missed Week 8. There remains a strong chance that he will miss a second straight game this Sunday. The 26-year-old will probably need to put in a full practice later this week to have a realistic shot at returning against Miami. Fantasy managers must have a backup plan in place yet again. With Njoku out in Week 8, neither Harrison Bryant nor Pharaoh Brown recorded a catch in the win over the Cincinnati Bengals. Keep Njoku stashed in all fantasy leagues while he's injured. |
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) was unable to suit up for practice on Thursday. This marks back-to-back days that Njoku has been unable to get on the practice field. At this point, it seems unlikely that Njoku is going to suit up for the Week 10 matchup against the Miami Dolphins. Fantasy managers should keep an IR spot open for Njoku as he is trending in the wrong direction. Harrison Bryant would start in his place, but he doesn't offer much streaming value. |
Monday, November 07
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns designated rookie running back Jerome Ford (ankle) and defensive end Chase Winovich (hamstring) to return from Injured Reserve, opening a 21-day window for the team to officially activate them from IR. Ford injured his left ankle in Week 4 and has been out since, but the 23-year-old figures to return this year, where he'll most likely contribute on special teams as a returner. Ford can continue being ignored in single-year fantasy formats while being buried on the RB depth chart behind Nick Chubb, Kareem Hunt and D'Ernest Johnson, but he's an intriguing stash candidate in dynasty/keeper formats. In his first four NFL games before his injury, Ford didn't play a single offensive snap for Cleveland. |
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) is hopeful he can return to the field for the team's Week 10 matchup with the Miami Dolphins. Njoku missed Week 8 against the Bengals before Cleveland went on a bye week, but if he plays Sunday, he's a top-tier starter in a favorable matchup for tight ends. Cole Kmet just posted two touchdowns against Miami, so it won't be surprising if Njoku has a strong game. Njoku was a top-five fantasy tight end before suffering the injury. |
Tuesday, November 01
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt was a popular name heading into Tuesday's trade deadline. The 27-year-old is on an expiring deal with lead back Nick Chubb showing no signs of slowing down. That being said, it sounded like Hunt was expendable and the Browns would try and get something before he leaves for free agency. Despite that, the Browns have decided to keep Hunt on their roster as they compete for a playoff run this season. He should continue to be a useful asset in fantasy leagues after he returns from a bye in Week 9. |
Saturday, October 29
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) has officially been ruled out in Week 8 against the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night. As expected, Njoku wasn't able to practice all week after suffering a high-ankle sprain in the Week 7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. The good news for Njoku's fantasy managers is that the Browns have their bye in Week 9, so there's a chance he could be ready to return to the field in Week 10 against the Miami Dolphins. Continue to stash him in all formats for now. In Njoku's absence on Monday, Harrison Bryant will take on a bigger pass-catching role in Cleveland's offense, and he'll have some TE2 streaming appeal as a result. |
Friday, October 28
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) was not spotted at practice Friday, and his availability for Monday Night Football against the Cincinnati Bengals is very much in doubt. Since Njoku was seen wearing a walking boot after the loss to the Baltimore Ravens in Week 7, there have been conflicting reports of how long he could be out. His range is somewhere between 2-5 weeks, so it'll be a surprise if he plays Monday. Harrison Bryant can be used as a decent tight-end streaming play in his absence. |
Thursday, October 27
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns running back D'Ernest Johnson could have an expanded role with the team if backfield teammate Kareem Hunt is moved before next Tuesday's trade deadline. The Browns are listening to offers for Hunt as he is eligible to become a free agent after the 2022 season. After receiving double-digit rushing attempts in each of the first five games of the season, Hunt's touches have been down in the last two weeks. He's carried the ball a combined nine times against New England and Baltimore for 16 net yards, plus one four-yard reception on three total targets. Some NFL teams are searching for running back help and looking to strike a deal with the Browns. If Hunt is traded by the deadline, Johnson would see an uptick in usage and would compliment Nick Chubb in Cleveland's backfield. Johnson is a name to monitor in free agency and should be stashed in all league formats in case Hunt is dealt. |
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) said his high-ankle sprain is feeling better every day and said, "we'll see," when asked about whether he'll play in Week 8 against the Cincinnati Bengals on Monday night. Njoku was diagnosed with a left high-ankle sprain on Monday and is expected to miss anywhere from two to five weeks, so it's highly unlikely that he'll suit up on Halloween night this week. The 26-year-old was seen in a walking boot after last Sunday's loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Fantasy managers should keep him stashed but should already have another option in place at the TE position. With Njoku likely to miss multiple weeks, Harrison Bryant should step into the to pass-catching role in Cleveland, making him a potential TE2 streamer. |
|  | Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (head) remains in the league's concussion protocol and is in danger of missing his third straight game in the Week 8 meeting against the Cincinnati Bengals. The Browns struggling defense can ill-afford to be without Ward against a Bengals offense that is really starting to hit their stride after a sluggish start to the season. In last year's win over Cincy, Ward started the game with a 99-yard interception returned for a touchdown in the 41-16 victory. If Ward misses another game, third-round rookie M.J. Emerson Jr. will replace him in the starting lineup for the third straight week. In five games in 2022, Ward has 21 tackles (18 solo) an interception, six passes defensed and a fumble recovery returned for a touchdown. |
Tuesday, October 25
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Cleveland Browns starting linebacker Jacob Phillips (pectoral) tore his pectoral muscle in the Week 7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday and will now likely require season-ending surgery, according to a source. An already bad Browns run defense just got worse with the loss of Phillips, who will finish his 2022 season with a career-high 46 tackles (29 solo), two sacks and a pass defensed in seven games (four starts). The Browns will be hoping that the recently acquired Deion Jones, a former second-round pick of the Atlanta Falcons, can step up with Phillips most likely not coming back until 2023. Firing up opposing running backs against the Browns defense has been a good strategy in fantasy football this year. |
Monday, October 24
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) was seen in a walking boot following the team's Week 7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens and is reportedly dealing with an ankle sprain that "isn't serious." Tests early this week will help determine Njoku's availability for Week 8, but the good news is that the talented tight end should avoid a multi-game absence with Cleveland's bye coming in Week 9. With the Browns playing next Monday night, Njoku will have over a week to recover, so fantasy managers should monitor practice reports to see his chances of suiting up. If the Browns decide to hold him before the Week 9 bye, Harrison Bryant could be nice bye-week streamer in deeper leagues. |
| | Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said that tight end David Njoku (ankle) is week-to-week after injuring his left ankle in the Week 7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. Fellow tight end Pharaoh Brown is also in the concussion protocol. Njoku was seen in a walking boot and using crutches after Sunday's game, so there's a good chance he won't be active in Week 8 against the Cincinnati Bengals next Monday night. Fantasy managers need to formulate a backup plan for next weekend if they've been using the 26-year-old as their starting tight end. If Njoku misses any time, Harrison Bryant should see more targets in the passing game as a TE2 streamer in deeper leagues in this run-first offense. |
| | Updating a previous report, further testing showed that Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) suffered a high-ankle sprain in the Week 7 loss to the Baltimore Ravens. He will not require surgery but is expected to be out for two to five weeks, according to a source. It's a tough break for Njoku and his fantasy managers, as the 26-year-old was in the midst of a breakout season for Cleveland, catching 34 of his 42 targets for 418 yards and a touchdown in seven games. He's worth stashing in an Injured Reserve spot if you have the roster space. Harrison Bryant will now take on a much bigger pass-catching role with Njoku sidelined, but he'll merely be a TE2 streamer in Cleveland's run-first offense. |
Sunday, October 23
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) is active for Week 7 against the Baltimore Ravens. Meanwhile, cornerback Denzel Ward (concussion) is inactive. Martin Emerson and Greedy Williams will likely see increased snaps at cornerback, which could be problematic for Cleveland's defense as it tries to slow down Ravens receivers Rashod Bateman and Devin Duvernay. |
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) has been ruled out for the remainder of Week 7 against the Baltimore Ravens. He hauled in all seven of his targets for 71 yards before exiting. Promising second-year tight end Harrison Bryant will play more snaps for the duration of Njoku's absence. |
|  | Cleveland Browns tight end Pharaoh Brown (neck) is questionable to return against the Baltimore Ravens in Week 7. He was not targeted before exiting. With both Brown and David Njoku (ankle) sidelined, Harrison Bryant will serve as Cleveland's lone tight end for the time being. |
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) was observed wearing a walking boot after Sunday's loss to the Ravens. He suffered a left ankle injury in the third quarter and did not return. The 26-year-old looked good in Week 7 before going down, catching all seven of his targets for 71 yards. Fortunately, the Browns won't play again until the AFC North encounter with the Bengals on Monday night, so barring anything serious, he has a better chance of suiting up with an extra day to rest. |
Saturday, October 22
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns activated linebacker Deion Jones (shoulder) from Injured Reserve on Saturday, and the former Atlanta Falcons standout will make his debut with the Browns in Week 7 against the Baltimore Ravens. Cleveland acquired Jones from the Falcons on Oct. 9, and the Browns are hoping the 27-year-old former second-rounder can help shore up what has been a very leaky defense to this point in the season. Middle linebacker Anthony Walker (quadriceps) is currently injured, so Jones could have a pretty significant role in the middle of the Browns defense right away, although Jacob Phillips has mostly filled in for Walker. Jones has 100-plus tackles in all but one of his six NFL seasons, but fantasy managers in IDP leagues shouldn't expect him to play an every-down role, at least not right away. |
Saturday, October 15
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns activated cornerback Greedy Williams (hamstring) from Injured Reserve on Saturday, and he he's expected be active for his season debut in the Week 6 contest against the New England Patriots. And with Denzel Ward (concussion) out, Williams should start this Sunday. It's a boost for a Browns secondary that has allowed 215.6 passing yards per game through five weeks. The Browns defense is allowing 25.0 points per game. The 24-year-old will return to action after recording 41 tackles (35 solo), two interceptions, 10 passes defensed and a forced fumble in 16 games (eight starts) in his second NFL season in 2021. |
Friday, October 14
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | The Cleveland Browns have ruled out defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (ankle, elbow, knee) and cornerback Denzel Ward (concussion) for the Week 6 game against the New England Patriots. Clowney returned in the Week 5 loss to the Los Angeles Chargers after missing the two previous games with an ankle injury, and he'll return to the sidelines this weekend. Ward's absence will be more bad news for Cleveland's secondary as they face rookie quarterback Bailey Zappe, who is making just his second career start this weekend. Cleveland's defense/special teams unit is still worth a look as a streaming option in Week 6, but they don't have a very high ceiling. |
Monday, October 10
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | The Atlanta Falcons have traded former Pro Bowl linebacker Deion Jones (shoulder) to the Cleveland Browns for late-round draft capital. Jones is yet to take the field in the 2022 regular season as he is nursing a shoulder injury that landed him on Injured Reserve before Week 1. He finished with 137 total tackles and two sacks in 16 games with the Falcons in 2021. Jones re-worked his deal in September but was under one of the richest linebacker contracts in the league. Although it remains to be seen how effective the 30-year-old can be coming back from his injury, the trade gives Cleveland an experienced veteran at a position of need. |
Sunday, October 09
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns defensive lineman Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) is optimistic that he will be active for Week 5 against the Los Angeles Chargers. He is listed as questionable after missing practice on Wednesday and Thursday. He did manage to log a limited session on Friday. The 29-year-old hasn't played since Week 2 when he amassed two tackles, one sack, and one fumble recovery. His return would go a long way for the Browns as they look to slow down a talented Chargers offense. |
|  | Cleveland Browns pass-rushers Myles Garrett (biceps, shoulder) and Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) are both active in Week 5 against the Los Angeles Chargers. Garrett missed last week's game after getting injured in a scary car crash, while Clowney will make his return after missing the last two contests. Garrett, normally a must-start in IDP fantasy leagues, will be a little more risky in a starting lineup spot due to the fact that he may not be as effective in his return. The Browns may also limit his snaps if he's not 100 percent healthy. However, the return of both Garrett and Clowney is great news for the Browns defense, although they still aren't a very attractive fantasy unit against the Chargers offense. |
Thursday, October 06
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns All-Pro pass-rusher Myles Garrett (biceps, shoulder), who flipped his Porsche multiple times on Sept. 26, returned to practice on Wednesday after suffering a sprained left shoulder and strained right biceps in his scary car crash. The fact that he was able to practice early in the week means he has a good chance at playing this Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers after he missed last week's loss to the Atlanta Falcons. Fellow pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) didn't practice Wednesday, but head coach Kevin Stefanski said he hopes Clowney will be able to play in Week 5. The 26-year-old Garrett has three sacks through three games and is typically a must-start defensive lineman in IDP leagues when he's active. |
Wednesday, October 05
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns running back Jerome Ford (ankle) has been placed on the injured reserve list, meaning he'll miss at least the next four games. The rookie has been primarily limited to special teams, where he's made a real impact for the team. The Browns have one of the league's best rushing attacks with the second-most attempts and rushing yards. However, the 23-year-old is currently buried on the depth chart behind Nick Chubb, Kareem Hunt, and D'Ernest Johnson. He'll remain an intriguing prospect in dynasty leagues, who otherwise does not belong on a fantasy football roster. |
Sunday, October 02
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns pass-rusher Myles Garrett (shoulder, biceps) has already been ruled out for Week 4 following his car accident, but there is optimism that he will be able to return in Week 5, according to Ian Rapoport. If that is the case, Garrett will have missed just one contest. The 27-year-old is an annual Defensive Player of the Year candidate and has logged three sacks, seven tackles, and one forced fumble so far this season. |
Saturday, October 01
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (knee) missed practice on Wednesday and was limited on Thursday, but got in a full practice on Friday and was removed from the team's final injury report. He will suit up against an Atlanta Falcons defense that is allowing the sixth-most passing yards per game through three weeks. Njoku was quiet to start the season but exploded for nine receptions, 89 yards, and a touchdown against the Pittsburgh Steelers last week. He trails only Amari Cooper on the Browns in targets and will look to stay heavily involved as a solid fantasy TE1 in Week 4. |
| | Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (biceps, shoulder) has officially been ruled out ahead of a Week 4 matchup with the Atlanta Falcons. Garrett was involved in a car accident on Monday and was unable to practice all week, so it's no surprise that the team wants to play it safe with the 26-year-old All-Pro. With Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) currently questionable and defensive tackle Taven Bryan (hamstring) also inactive, Cleveland could be without three of its starting defensive lineman, making the Browns DST an unappealing fantasy option and the Falcons' offensive starters more intriguing. |
Friday, September 30
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski said that pass-rushers Myles Garrett (biceps, shoulder) and Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) are both questionable to play in Week 4 against the Atlanta Falcons. Neither player was on the practice field on Friday. Garrett was involved in a scary car accident on Monday and hasn't practiced this week while dealing with a left shoulder sprain and a right biceps strain. Clowney, meanwhile, suffered an ankle injury in Week 2 and didn't play in last week's win over the division-rival Pittsburgh Steelers. If both Garrett and Clowney aren't available this Sunday, the Browns defense will be missing both of their top pass-rushers. |
Thursday, September 29
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (biceps, shoulder) didn't practice on Thursday and is considered day-to-day. Garrett was involved in a scary car accident earlier in the week and was released from the hospital shortly after. Despite him not getting any practice time in so far this week, defensive coordinator Joe Woods mentioned that the team's star pass-rusher has a chance to play Sunday against the Falcons. With three sacks in his first three games of the season, Garrett would be a huge boost to the Browns' defense in Week 4. |
| | Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (knee) didn't suit up for practice on Thursday. He was officially listed on the injury report with a knee injury. However, it sounds like this was more of a rest day for Njoku. Fantasy managers shouldn't be concerned about Njoku going forward. He should be fine for the Week 4 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. He could push his way into the TE1 picture, assuming he continues to play well. |
Wednesday, September 28
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns star pass-rusher Myles Garrett (biceps, shoulder), who was recently released from the hospital after a scary car accident on Monday, wasn't in the team's building on Wednesday, according to a source. Garrett continues to recover, but he will not practice on Wednesday and his availability for the Week 4 game against the Atlanta Falcons is up in the air. The 26-year-old All-Pro still has a couple days to get back on the practice field, but fantasy managers in IDP leagues should be preparing to have a backup plan in place in case he's not cleared for this weekend's action. Garrett was quiet in the Week 3 win over the Pittsburgh Steelers last Thursday, but he has three sacks in the first three games. |
Tuesday, September 27
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns edge rusher Myles Garrett is likely to be released from the hospital on Monday night after a car accident earlier in the day. According to Garrett's agent, the star pass-rusher is "alert and responsive" after suffering what are being called minor injuries. Garrett returning home so soon would be a good sign that he was not injured badly following the scary incident. The Browns have yet to officially weigh in on Garrett's status moving forward. |
| | Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (biceps, shoulder) has suffered multiple injuries following a car accident on Monday. The 26-year-old has suffered a shoulder sprain and biceps strain, in addition to lacerations. These are considered minor injuries in what was a scary accident. However, it's uncertain if Garrett will be able to suit up for the Week 4 matchup against the Atlanta Falcons. The team will likely wait and see how Garrett is feeling before they make a final decision. The good news is that Garrett doesn't appear to have suffered any long-term injuries, which is great to hear. There should be more information on Garrett soon. |
Friday, September 23
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns linebackers Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (quadriceps) and Anthony Walker Jr. (knee) were both injured in the Thursday night game against the division-rival Pittsburgh Steelers. Owusu-Koramoah is listed as questionable to return with a quadriceps injury after being taken back to the locker room to be evaluated. Walker was carted off the field and had his left leg put in a brace after getting injured in the third quarter. Before leaving, he had six tackles (one for a loss). With both Owusu-Koramoah and Walker injured, Tony Fields and Jacob Phillips will see more playing time at the position for Cleveland for the rest of Thursday night's game. |
|  | Cleveland Browns linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. (quadriceps) will undergo season-ending surgery after he tore his quadriceps tendon in Thursday night's game against the Steelers. The timeline for recovery is considered to be five-to-seven months, so the 27-year-old should be able to make it back for the 2023 campaign. Over his career, Walker has started in 63 games and has registered 469 tackles (305 solo) and 4.5 sacks with three interceptions. Walker is an important part of the Browns' defense, but Jacob Phillips will need to step up in his absence. |
Thursday, September 22
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | The Cleveland Browns will have their star defensive end, Myles Garrett (neck), in their game against the Steelers on Thursday. With his fellow defensive end, Jadeveon Clowney, already ruled out, having the 26-year-old active is even more necessary. The Browns are ranked 22nd in total defensive DVOA, giving up 56 points over the first two games, meaning any additional personnel will be beneficial. Fortunately, the Steelers only scored 37 points during their first two games, making this an easier matchup for the Browns D. |
Wednesday, September 21
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns placed tight end Jesse James (biceps) and defensive end Chase Winovich (hamstring) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday. The two players will now miss at least the next four games for the Browns. James has barely played on offense through two weeks behind David Njoku and Harrison Bryant, and he hasn't been targeted at all, so he'll remain miles from fantasy relevance. The Browns defense is banged up entering Thursday night's divisional showdown with the rival Pittsburgh Steelers, as pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) has already been ruled out and All-Pro Myles Garrett (neck) is looking questionable to play. |
| | The Cleveland Browns expect pass-rusher Myles Garrett (neck) and offensive tackle Jack Conklin (knee) to play on Thursday night against the division-rival Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 3. Garrett was unable to practice on Tuesday, but both he and Conklin should be available on a short week. Garrett's presence will be good news after fellow pass-rusher Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) was already ruled out this week. The 26-year-old All-Pro already has three sacks in the first two weeks of the season and should be starting in all IDP leagues against Pittsburgh. Conklin will be making his 2022 season debut at right tackle, which is good news for Cleveland's offense as they look to bounce back after a Week 2 loss to the New York Jets. |
Tuesday, September 20
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (neck) missed practice on Tuesday after showing up on the injury report with a neck injury after the team's Week 2 loss to the New York Jets. With the Browns playing the Pittsburgh Steelers on Thursday night, this is a situation to monitor leading up to kickoff, as Kevin Stefanski simply stated "we'll see" when asked about the status of Garrett. The Browns' defense will already be without Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) for this one, so the Cleveland D/ST could be extremely shorthanded in Week 3. Isaiah Thomas could see an increased role if Garrett is to be ruled out. |
|  | Cleveland Browns tight end Harrison Bryant (thumb, thigh) was limited during Tuesday's practice. The 24-year-old exited early during Sunday's game with a possible concussion. It sounds like Bryant has avoided the concussion, but has other injuries as well. He finished the game with three receptions for 45 yards in the loss to the New York Jets. He has surprisingly out-targeted fellow tight end David Njoku. Despite that, Bryant won't be anything more than a desperation deep league option for Week 3. |
Monday, September 19
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has already ruled out defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (ankle), defensive end Chase Winovich (hamstring) and tight end Jesse James (biceps) for the Week 3 game on Thursday night against the division-rival Pittsburgh Steelers. The oft-injured Clowney was in a walking boot after the Week 2 loss to the New York Jets, so there's a chance he could miss multiple games after getting injured on Sunday. It remains to be seen if the 29-year-old will be able to suit up for a Week 4 meeting with the Atlanta Falcons. Before Clowney was injured against the Jets, he was having a nice game with two solo tackles, one sack, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery. |
Sunday, September 18
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Cleveland Browns running back D'Ernest Johnson and offensive tackle Jack Conklin (knee) are inactive for the Week 2 game against the New York Jets. Johnson will be a healthy scratch for the second straight week to open up the 2022 season. Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt are fully healthy and will continue to share touches in the backfield against the Jets this Sunday. Fifth-round rookie Jerome Ford is currently ahead of Johnson on the RB depth chart in Cleveland. Conklin is recovering from season-ending knee surgery last December, and he'll be hoping he can make his season debut in Week 3. James Hudson is expected to start again at right tackle with Conklin out. |
| | Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) suffered an ankle injury against the New York Jets in Week 2 and is questionable to return. He had logged two tackles, one strip sack, and one fumble recovery prior to exiting. Evidently, he is a key piece of the Browns' defense and his absence will hurt the unit. Look for Alex Wright to replace Clowney on the end of the defensive line. |
| | Cleveland Browns tight end Harrison Bryant exited Sunday's game against the New York Jets and is being evaluated for a concussion. The 24-year-old turned four targets into three catches for 45 yards before departing. His absence will prompt veteran Jesse James to fill in as the No. 2 tight end behind David Njoku for the time being. |
| | Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (ankle) was seen leaving FirstEnergy Stadium in a walking boot. The 29-year-old suffered an ankle injury in the third quarter of Sunday's loss to the New York Jets and was ruled out shortly after. Clowney is one of the best defensive performers in the NFL, so losing him for an extended period wouldn't be ideal for a Browns team hoping to make the postseason. Nonetheless, the team should have an update sometime soon, although IDP managers should start looking for a replacement in case Clowney can't go in Week 3. Considering Cleveland plays the Steelers on Thursday night, it's certainly possible Clowney won't be in uniform. |
Saturday, September 10
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Cleveland Browns wide receiver Michael Woods II (illness, hamstring) won't play on Sunday at Carolina. Woods was selected in the sixth round of the 2022 NFL Draft and did enough during training camp to crack the active roster. However, that still won't make him an attractive fantasy option once he's healthy. Yet, the 22-year-old is at least worth a stash in dynasty leagues, especially if he can carve out a meaningful role during the year. |
Friday, September 09
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns cornerback Greedy Williams (hamstring) has been placed on the Injured Reserve list and will miss a minimum of four games. Following Williams' move to IR, the team signed cornerback Herb Miller off the practice squad to the active roster on Friday. Williams played in 16 games during the 2021 season, putting up 40 tackles and two interceptions in that span. Denzel Ward and Greg Newsome II will lead the Browns' cornerback room, as A.J. Green and Martin Emerson Jr. play behind them in the absence of their second-round pick from 2019. |
Monday, September 05
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns waived offensive guard Drew Forbes on Monday, according to a source. Forbes was the team's former sixth-round pick in 2019 out of South East Missouri State. The 25-year-old missed all but one game in 2021 after suffering a knee injury, and he's played in only three total games in his two NFL seasons to this point. Forbes will look for another opportunity to provide a team with offensive line depth with the 2022 regular season kicking off this week. |
Sunday, September 04
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns signed free-agent veteran offensive lineman Joe Haeg to an undisclosed deal on Sunday, according to a source. Haeg will provide depth at tackle and can also play guard. Right tackle Jack Conklin is working his way back from knee surgery, so the Browns wanted some insurance on the offensive line. Haeg met with the Las Vegas Raiders last week before signing with Cleveland. The 29-year-old former fifth-round selection by the Indianapolis Colts in 2016 out of North Dakota State played in 12 games (two starts) for the Pittsburgh Steelers last year before he was recently cut. He spent his first four NFL seasons in Indianapolis before joining the Tampa Bay Buccaneers in 2020. |
| | The Cleveland Browns have reached an agreement with free-agent tight end Jesse James. This is a solid signing for the Browns who need depth at the position. The former fifth round pick hasn't done much in the NFL since his days with the Pittsburgh Steelers. In fact, James has been targeted less than 30 times per season each of the last three years. He'll sit at third on the depth chart behind David Njoku and Harrison Bryant. James does have the talent to make plays, but isn't expected to play a ton in Cleveland. He can be ignored in fantasy formats to begin the season. |
Friday, September 02
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | Cleveland Browns offensive guard Wyatt Teller (knee) was able to get back on the practice field on Thursday. This is great news after Teller suffered a knee injury last Saturday during their preseason finale. Luckily, this appears to be a minor injury, so Teller should be fine for Week 1. The All-Pro guard is a main factor on this offensive line, so losing him would be a significant blow. The expectation is that Teller will be fine heading into Week 1. |
Wednesday, August 31
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns claimed quarterback Kellen Mond off waivers from the Minnesota Vikings on Wednesday. Mond failed to impress the Vikings in training camp and the preseason, and he became expendable after the team recently acquired veteran Nick Mullens to back up starter Kirk Cousins. The former third-rounder will get a new opportunity in 2022 and will provide more depth in Cleveland behind Jacoby Brissett with Deshaun Watson suspended for the first 11 games of the season. There's a good chance that Mond will be on the Browns practice squad, as they also have Joshua Dobbs at the position. The 23-year-old isn't a must-hold in dynasty/keeper leagues at this point. |
Tuesday, August 30
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
|  | The Cleveland Browns officially placed quarterback Deshaun Watson on the Reserve/Suspended list on Tuesday, and his 11-game suspension for violating the league's personal-conduct policy is now underway. Watson didn't play in either of the team's final two preseason games after his 11-game suspension was announced by the league. The 26-year-old will be eligible for reinstatement on Nov. 28 and will be eligible to play in Week 13 against his former team, the Houston Texans. Because of the lengthy suspension, he'll go undrafted in most 12-team leagues. Jacoby Brissett will serve as a game manager in a run-first offense in the meantime. He won't be anything more than a low-end No. 2 in superflex leagues. |
Sunday, August 28
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| | Cleveland Browns right guard Wyatt Teller exited Saturday's preseason finale with a knee injury and is questionable to return, according to Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com. Teller, a reliable veteran, was expected to start for Cleveland once again this season, working with his fellow linemen to protect Jacoby Brissett and, eventually, Deshaun Watson. It remains to be seen if Teller's injury is serious or if he was taken to the locker room as a precaution, but he'll surely undergo more tests soon. |
Saturday, August 27
| TEAM | PLAYER | TRANSACTION |
|---|---|---|
| Carolina Panthers defensive tackle Derrick Brown (oblique) suffered an oblique injury in the team's preseason finale on Friday against the Buffalo Bills and did not return. Brown's injury was described as minor, though, and he was held out for the rest of the game as a precaution. Before leaving the game, the 24-year-old passer rusher recorded half a sack. The former first-rounder has racked up 75 tackles (48 solo), five sacks, 16 tackles for loss, 21 QB hits and eight passes defensed in 32 games (29 starts) in his first two NFL seasons. Brown isn't on the radar in IDP fantasy leagues, but he's set to be a starter in the trenches for the Panthers in 2022. |
