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Browns’ Za’Darius Smith made a bold statement on why he decided to stay in Cleveland

Cleveland Browns went out and brought back DE Za’Darius Smith in free agency after it being a question mark on whether or not they would be able to. Despite having multiple options in free agency, Smith decided to sign back on a two-year deal worth $23 million.

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Nyheim Hines Reveals When He Will Return To Field

It’s been more than a year since new Cleveland Browns running back Nyheim Hines was available for his team’s workouts. After an incident last summer that cost the running back an opportunity to play in 2023, Hines is looking forward to returning to the practice field soon.

Denzel Ward News / Browns Nation / 1 hour ago

Denzel Ward Has High Praise For 1 New Teammate

Entering his seventh season with the Cleveland Browns, cornerback Denzel Ward is a veteran presence inside the team’s locker room. Ward – who played in college at Ohio State – never left Ohio to start his professional career thanks to the Browns drafting him with the No.

Deshaun Watson News / Sporting News / 1 hour ago

Deshaun Watson not throwing every day at Browns practice

The Browns are limiting Deshaun Watson's throwing time in practice while he continues to recover from mid-season shoulder surgery.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / 22 minutes ago

Za’Darius Smith Makes Bold Statement About Goals For This Season

Cutting off his dreadlocks was not the only decision Cleveland Browns defensive lineman Za’Darius Smith made over the offseason. Smith had several suitors this offseason interested in having the veteran’s services for the 2024 regular season.

Cleveland Browns News / Sporting News / 29 minutes ago

Cleveland Browns player named top-3 CB heading into 2024 season

The Browns have a quality secondary, but only one ranked as a top-three cornerback.

Dorian Thompson-Robinson News / Browns Nation / 1 hour ago

Dorian Thompson-Robinson Status Revealed During OTAs

After telling The Plain Dealer’s Mary Kay Cabot in an interview his intention to throw in the team’s rookie minicamp earlier this month, Cleveland Browns quarterback Dorian Thompson-Robinson was a no-show for the event.

Cleveland Browns News / A to Z Sports / 38 minutes ago

Kevin Stefanski provides optimistic update on Deshaun Watson as the Browns begin OTAs

Deshaun Watson is working his way back from offseason shoulder injury to a fracture that ended his season short last season. Watson threw on Day 1 of OTAs to begin the week and is moving right along in the process of being ready for the season opener against the Dallas Cowboys.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawgs By Nature / 1 hour ago

Browns Martin Emerson ranked among top corners in technique vital for Jim Schwartz

Press man coverage was vital for the Browns in Schwartz’s first year Under DC Joe Woods, Cleveland Browns defensive backs were often out of place and seemed to be in the wrong scheme for their skill set.

Tom Brady News / Dawgs By Nature / 37 minutes ago

Tom Brady’s access to teams, like the Browns, via Fox broadcast could be a major problem

Brady will call Week 1 vs the Cowboys, “his(?)” Raiders then play the Browns in Week 4 Who many consider the Greatest Of All Time (GOAT), Tom Brady, could become a great broadcaster now that he has stepped away from playing quarterback at an all-time high level.

Za'Darius Smith News / Pro Football Talk / 59 minutes ago

Za'Darius Smith: We've got something we need to finish here

After helping the Browns become one of the league's top defenses in 2023, edge rusher Za'Darius Smith elected to re-sign with the club on a two-year deal in March.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / 26 minutes ago

Devin Bush Praises Jim Schwartz As Reason He Signed With Browns

For the second time in two seasons, Cleveland’s new linebacker Devin Bush will start over with a new team. Last year, the former Pittsburgh Steeler signed a one-year deal with the Seattle Seahawks, playing 13 games with the NFC West franchise.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / 43 minutes ago

Kevin Stefanski Reveals Dustin Hopkins’ Status At OTAs

When fans last saw Browns kicker Dustin Hopkins, the 33-year-old was attempting to tackle Houston’s Dameon Pierce in the second quarter of Cleveland’s Week 16 victory over the Texans.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / 1 hour ago

Browns HC addresses ongoing recovery of QB Deshaun Watson

Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski spoke with reporters about Deshaun Watson's injury recovery.

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Myles Garrett News / Gridiron Heroics / May 21

Cleveland Browns Urged to Sign $10.5 Million Pass-Rusher to Pair with Myles Garrett

The Cleveland Browns boast one of the league’s most disruptive front sevens, but, General Manager Andrew Berry might not be done fortifying the defensive line.

Cleveland Browns News / Last Word On Sports / May 21

Browns Urged To Sign $54 Million Defensive Linchpin

Former fourth-round pick Kwon Alexander is no longer a Pro Bowl player, but one outlet believes the free agent could be the missing piece for one of the best defenses in the game.

Matt Landers News / NFLTradeRumors.co / May 21

Browns Sign WR Matt Landers To Roster

The Cleveland Browns announced they have signed WR Matt Landers to the roster. There was no corresponding move announced. Landers, 24, played at Georgia and Toledo before transferring back to the SEC for his senior year at Arkansas.

Nick Chubb News / Gridiron Heroics / 0 minutes ago

Browns receive another huge injury update on Nick Chubb

During the 2023 season with the Browns, Chubb ended up carrying the football 28 times for 170 yards in two games before the injury.

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Cleveland Browns News / ClutchPoints / May 20

3 free agents Browns must target after 2024 NFL Draft

While year four of the Kevin Stefanski era was far from stable for the Cleveland Browns, the team persevered and established a strong platform for success in the future.

Lucas Havrisik News / NFLTradeRumors.co / 2 hours ago

Browns Re-Sign K Lucas Havrisik, Waive QB Jacob Sirmon

The Cleveland Browns announced they have re-signed K Lucas Havrisik to the roster. In a corresponding move, the Browns waived QB Jacob Sirmon. He had

Ogbonnia Okoronkwo News / Yardbarker / May 20

Browns defender reveals big expectations for second year in Cleveland

The Browns had the best defense in the league in terms of total yards allowed per game (270.2) last season. Every defender that's a part of the dominant unit believes they can be a true difference maker. One of those players is setting high expectations for himself in 2024.

Former NFL receiver rips Browns QB Deshaun Watson

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Cleveland Browns News / NFL Analysis Network / May 18

Former NFL receiver rips Browns QB Deshaun Watson

There may not be another player in the NFL with more to prove next season than Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / May 16

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Tony Fields II News / NFL Analysis Network / May 15

Philadelphia Eagles Urged To Pursue Trade With Browns

The Philadelphia Eagles have been one of the busiest teams in the NFL this offseason. Whether it be signing free agents, killing the 2024 NFL Draft, or signing massive extensions with their own players, Howie Roseman has left no stone unturned as he tries to get his team back into Super Bowl contention.

Rodney McLeod News / Pro Football Rumors / May 14