Cody Parkey
Chicago Bears head coach Matt Nagy exhales in the cold air as he walks the sideline during the first half of an NFL football game against the New York Giants Sunday, Jan. 2, 2022, in Chicago. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Bears' Nagy says he hasn't been told finale is it for him

By Andrew Seligman Jan. 05, 2022 05:53 PM EST

New Orleans Saints running back Alvin Kamara (41) runs against the Atlanta Falcons during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021, in New Orleans. (AP Photo/Butch Dill)
Saints without Kamara, both offensive tackles vs. Eagles

Nov. 19, 2021 05:44 PM EST

New Orleans Saints head coach Sean Payton speaks with quarterback Jameis Winston (2) in the second half of an NFL football game against the Washington Football Team, Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Landover, Md. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Slumping Seahawks host rested Saints in key NFC matchup

By Tim Booth Oct. 21, 2021 07:14 PM EDT

Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady (12) throws a pass against the Miami Dolphins during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Tampa, Fla. (AP Photo/Jason Behnken)
NFL Today, Week 5

By The Associated Press Oct. 10, 2021 09:50 PM EDT

Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Jalen Hurts chases a fumble into the end zone against the Carolina Panthers during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 10, 2021, in Charlotte, N.C. Carolina Panthers defensive back Sean Chandler recovered the ball for a safety. (AP Photo/Jacob Kupferman)
The Latest: Bills-Chiefs return from halftime weather delay

By The Associated Press Oct. 10, 2021 09:16 AM EDT

New Orleans Saints defensive tackle Ryan Glasgow (95) reacts after losing on overtime ti the New York Giants during an NFL football game in New Orleans, Sunday, Oct. 3, 2021. The Giants won 27-21. (AP Photo/Brett Duke)
Saints, Washington face off, both 2-2 and struggling

By The Associated Press Oct. 07, 2021 12:28 PM EDT

FILE - In this June 17, 2021, file photo, Cleveland Browns defensive linemen Jadeveon Clowney, right, and Myles Garrett watch during NFL football practice in Berea, Ohio. he Browns will have at least seven new starters on defense — maybe more depending on the package they're in — when the season kicks off Sunday against the Kansas City Chiefs at Arrowhead. (AP Photo/David Dermer, File)
Browns' new-look defense faces tough first test with Chiefs

By Tom Withers Sep. 09, 2021 06:00 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns linebacker Sione Takitaki (44) runs through a special teams drill against the New York Giants during a joint NFL football training camp practice Thursday, Aug. 19, 2021, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Browns get defensive regulars back as opener at KC nears

By Tom Withers Sep. 02, 2021 01:19 PM EDT

Browns flip script, now among AFC's title contenders

By The Associated Press Sep. 01, 2021 03:11 PM EDT
CLEVELAND BROWNS (12-6) New faces: DE Jadeveon Clowney, LB Anthony Walker Jr., S John Johnson III, DE Takk McKinley, CB Troy Hill, DT Malik...

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (13) talks with Jarvis Landry during an NFL football practice in Berea, Ohio, Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Browns' McKinley back after absence for personal reasons

By Tom Withers Aug. 24, 2021 01:34 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns kicker Chase McLaughlin runs on the field to attempt an extra point in the third quarter of an NFL preseason football game against the New York Giants, Sunday, Aug. 22, 2021, in Cleveland. Browns kicker Cody Parkey is being placed on injured reserve, meaning McLaughlin will likely begin the season as Cleveland's starter. (AP Photo/David Richard)
New York City FC vs New York Red Bulls 8/21/2021

Aug. 23, 2021 06:05 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 14, 2021, file photo, Cleveland Browns kicker Chase McLaughlin (3) boots a field goal against the Jacksonville Jaguars during the first half of an NFL preseason football game in Jacksonville, Fla. Browns kicker Cody Parkey is being placed on injured reserve, meaning McLaughlin will likely begin the season as Cleveland's starter. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack, File)
Browns kicker Parkey headed to IR, McLaughlin likely starter

By Tom Withers Aug. 23, 2021 03:50 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Rashard Higgins (82) catches a pass under pressure from New York Giants running back Sandro Platzgummer (34) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Aug. 22, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Keenum throws TD, Browns beat Giants in matchup of reserves

By Tom Withers Aug. 22, 2021 04:17 PM EDT

Titans claim ex-Jet Sam Ficken to address kicking concerns

By John Glennon Aug. 01, 2021 07:27 PM EDT
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — Tennessee's search for a solution to their kicking problems continued Sunday when the Titans claimed Sam Ficken off waivers from the...

Tim "Pitdawg" Purchase cheers for the Cleveland Browns during an NFL football practice, Saturday, July 31, 2021, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Browns owners Haslams realistic about team's chances

By Tom Withers Jul. 31, 2021 03:13 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Donovan Peoples-Jones runs drills during an NFL football practice, Thursday, July 29, 2021, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
NFLPA President criticizes league on vaccine wristbands

By Tom Withers Jul. 29, 2021 03:27 PM EDT

Improved Browns may add more defensive pieces in NFL draft

By The Associated Press Apr. 22, 2021 01:15 PM EDT
26. CLEVELAND BROWNS (12-6) LAST SEASON: First-year coach Kevin Stefanski side-stepped numerous obstacles related to the COVID-19 pandemic...

FILE - Indianapolis Colts linebacker Anthony Walker (54) runs to the sidelines during an NFL football game against the New York Jets in Indianapolis, in this Sunday, Sept. 27, 2020, file photo. Free agent linebacker Anthony Walker agreed to sign a one-year, $3.5 million contract with Cleveland, which has improved its secondary, pass rush and linebacking corps this week in free agency. (AP Photo/Zach Bolinger, File)
Browns continue defensive makeover, add Walker, Jackson

By Tom Withers Mar. 19, 2021 12:12 PM EDT

Browns expected to upgrade shaky defense in free agency

By The Associated Press Mar. 12, 2021 05:54 PM EST
CLEVELAND BROWNS (12-6) UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: DE Olivier Vernon, WRs Rashard Higgins and Taywan Taylor, CBs Terrance Mitchell and Kevin...

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes walks on the field before an NFL divisional round football game against the Cleveland Browns, Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021, in Kansas City. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann)
Cleveland Browns at Kansas City Chiefs 1/17/2021

Jan. 17, 2021 01:56 PM EST