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FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, file photo, Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (21) intercepts a pass intended for Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (17) during an NFL football game in Cleveland. Ward is expected to miss at least a few games with a calf injury sustained in Sunday's win over Philadelphia. Ward, who had an interception and several pass breakups, underwent an MRI on Monday, Nov. 23, 2020. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin, File)
Browns top cornerback Ward to miss time with strained calf

By Tom Withers Nov. 24, 2020 12:15 PM EST

Cleveland Browns long snapper Charley Hughlett (47) stands on the sideline against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020, in Cleveland. The Cleveland Browns were forced to place three more players, including starting right tackle Jack Conklin, kicker Cody Parkey, and longsnapper Charley Hughlett on the COVID-19 list Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020, as they prepare for this week's home game against Philadelphia.(AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Browns place 3 more on COVID list, Garrett kept home "sick"

By Tom Withers Nov. 18, 2020 12:44 PM EST

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) tosses the ball to running back Kareem Hunt (27) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
With Chubb, Hunt leading way, Browns cutting playoff path

By Tom Withers Nov. 16, 2020 03:23 PM EST

FILE - Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb runs with the ball in the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cleveland, in this Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020, file photo. Browns star running back Nick Chubb has been designated to return from injured reserve after missing four games with a sprained knee. Chubb got hurt in Cleveland's Oct. 4 win at Dallas. A Pro Bowler last season, Chubb rushed for 335 yards and four touchdowns in four games this season before getting hurt. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Browns activate RB Chubb after knee injury, will face Texans

By Tom Withers Nov. 14, 2020 01:27 PM EST

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry (80) catches the ball as Las Vegas Raiders free safety Lamarcus Joyner (29) defends during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Cleveland. The Raiders won 16-6. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Browns' Landry playing rest of season for injured friend OBJ

By Tom Withers Nov. 12, 2020 05:40 PM EST

Chubb up and running as Browns return from bye, face Texans

By The Associated Press Nov. 12, 2020 11:29 AM EST
HOUSTON (2-6) at CLEVELAND (5-3) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE - Browns by 2 1/2 RECORD VS....

New York Jets head coach Adam Gase reacts during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals, Sunday, Oct. 11, 2020, in East Rutherford, N.J. From the unbeaten Steelers at the top to the winless Jets at the bottom, predictability has taken a hike halfway through NFL 2020. (AP Photo/Adam Hunger)
Halfway through NFL season, uncertainty reigns off the field

By Barry Wilner Nov. 11, 2020 03:30 PM EST

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (13) catches a pass during warm-ups prior to an NFL game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in Pittsburgh. The Steelers defeated the Browns 38-7. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
Browns' Beckham has surgery to repair torn knee ligament

By Tom Withers Nov. 10, 2020 05:48 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 13, 2020, file photo, Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Tyrod Taylor (5) leaves the field for halftime during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cincinnati. From the season-altering (Dak Prescott, Saquon Barkley) to the bizarre (Taylor, Trent Brown), injuries are playing their traditionally significant role in the NFL. (AP Photo/Aaron Doster, File)
From season-altering to bizarre, injuries hit NFL yet again

By Schuyler Dixon Nov. 10, 2020 03:21 AM EST

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski runs off the field at halftime during an NFL game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in Pittsburgh. The Steelers defeated the Browns 38-7. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
Stefanski steady in first season, has Browns in playoff hunt

By Tom Withers Nov. 09, 2020 05:57 PM EST

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) walks on the sidelines during an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Cleveland. The Raiders won 16-6. The Cleveland Browns have placed quarterback Baker Mayfield on the Reserve/COVID-19 list after a staff member tested positive for the virus. The team, which is on a bye this week, released a statement Sunday, Nov. 8 saying it was notified on Saturday of the positive test. Mayfield is believed to have had close contact with the unidentified infected person. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Mayfield out, Browns welcome Chubb back from knee injury

By Tom Withers Nov. 09, 2020 01:03 PM EST

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield throws before an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
Browns place QB Baker Mayfield on COVID-19 list during bye

By Tom Withers Nov. 08, 2020 10:22 AM EST

Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt (27) tries to break a tackle by Las Vegas Raiders cornerback Nevin Lawson (26) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Browns show progress, still in AFC playoff hunt at bye week

By Tom Withers Nov. 05, 2020 03:51 PM EST

Cleveland Browns' Odell Beckham Jr. (13) is examined during the first half of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Cincinnati. Browns star wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. will miss the rest of the season after tearing a knee ligament during Sunday's 37-34 win at Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Michael Conroy)
OBJ's knee surgery next week, Browns GM sees him as long fit

By Tom Withers Nov. 04, 2020 02:14 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson (2) watches the ball after kicking a 24-yard field goal during the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Cleveland. The Raiders won 16-6. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Browns show flaws in bad loss, reach bye looking better

By Tom Withers Nov. 02, 2020 04:58 PM EST

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry (80) catches the ball as Las Vegas Raiders free safety Lamarcus Joyner (29) defends during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Cleveland. The Raiders won 16-6. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Garrett hurts knee, Browns fold in wind and lose to Raiders

By Tom Withers Nov. 01, 2020 06:45 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders kicker Daniel Carlson (2) watches the ball after kicking a 24-yard field goal during the second half of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Cleveland. The Raiders won 16-6. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Carr, Raiders overcome windy, wintry weather to down Browns

By Tom Withers Nov. 01, 2020 04:11 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr throws during the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Las Vegas Raiders at Cleveland Browns 11/1/2020

Nov. 01, 2020 01:42 PM EST

FILE - In this Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, file photo, Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) reaches for a pass as Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Darius Phillips (23) defends during an NFL football game in Cincinnati. The sure-handed wide receiver came in last week and made several clutch catches for the Browns after Odell Beckham Jr. got hurt. (AP Photo/Emilee Chinn, File)
WR Higgins grabs chance to play more for Browns with OBJ out

By Tom Withers Oct. 30, 2020 03:07 PM EDT

Seattle Seahawks quarterback Russell Wilson (3) throws as Arizona Cardinals outside linebacker Devon Kennard (42) defends during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 25, 2020, in Glendale, Ariz. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri)
Lots of division matchups to spice up Week 8 of NFL schedule

By Barry Wilner Oct. 29, 2020 11:25 PM EDT