David Njoku
FILE - In this Sept. 29, 2019, file photo, Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (81) runs against the Tennessee Titans during the first half of an NFL football game in Atlanta. The Browns are working toward a deal with two-time Pro Bowl free agent tight end Austin Hooper, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. Hooper was one of the main free agency targets for Cleveland, said the person who spoke on condition of anonymity because teams can’t officially announce deals until Wednesday, Marcg 18, 2020.(AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
Browns get defensive, agree to terms with linebacker, safety

By Tom Withers Mar. 18, 2020 07:43 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 29, 2019, file photo, Atlanta Falcons tight end Austin Hooper (81) runs against the Tennessee Titans during the first half of an NFL football game in Atlanta. The Browns are working toward a deal with two-time Pro Bowl free agent tight end Austin Hooper, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press. Hooper was one of the main free agency targets for Cleveland, said the person who spoke on condition of anonymity because teams can’t officially announce deals until Wednesday, Marcg 18, 2020.(AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)
Offensive: Browns strike free agent deals to address needs

By Tom Withers Mar. 16, 2020 02:03 PM EDT

FILE - In this Jan. 19, 2020, file photo, Tennessee Titans' quarterback Marcus Mariota warms up before the NFL AFC Championship football game against the Kansas City Chiefs in Kansas City, Mo. The Las Vegas Raiders have agreed on a contract with free agent Mariota to provide an experienced backup behind starter Derek Carr. A person familiar with the deal said Monday, March 16, 2020, the Raiders reached the deal with the former No. 2 overall pick in the 2015 draft. (AP Photo/Charlie Riedel, File)
The Latest: 49ers safety Jimmie Ward gets 3-yr deal to stay

By The Associated Press Mar. 16, 2020 12:01 PM EDT

Seattle without four starters for game against Cardinals

By The Associated Press Dec. 22, 2019 12:15 PM EST
The Seattle Seahawks will be down four starters for their game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday. Defensive end Jadeveon Clowney,...

Adam Thielen returns to Vikings' lineup after six weeks

By The Associated Press Dec. 15, 2019 12:28 PM EST
Vikings wide receiver Adam Thielen will play against the Los Angeles Chargers after missing five games with a pulled hamstring. Raiders...

Chicago Bears quarterback Mitchell Trubisky (10) celebrates a touchdown behind New York Giants cornerback Janoris Jenkins (20) during the second half of an NFL football game in Chicago, Sunday, Nov. 24, 2019. (AP Photo/Charles Rex Arbogast)
FANTASY PLAYS: Players to add include Minshew, Trubisky

By Frank Stampfl Dec. 10, 2019 02:08 PM EST

FILE - In this Sept. 22, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Greg Robinson (78) blocks during an NFL football game against the Los Angeles Rams in Cleveland. Robinson will miss Sunday’s pivotal game in Pittsburgh due to a concussion. He was placed in concussion protocol earlier this week after he reported to the team’s facility displaying signs of a head injury. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Browns set for heated rematch with Steelers after brawl

By Tom Withers Nov. 29, 2019 02:34 PM EST

Dolphins-Browns Preview Capsule

By The Associated Press Nov. 21, 2019 12:45 PM EST
MIAMI (2-8) at CLEVELAND (4-6) Sunday, 1 p.m. ET, Fox OPENING LINE — Browns by 10 RECORD VS. SPREAD...

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) celebrates with tight end Pharaoh Brown (86) after Mayfield scored a 1-yard touchdown during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
QB Mayfield exudes leadership at critical time for Browns

By Tom Withers Nov. 20, 2019 05:50 PM EST

FILE - In this Aug. 8, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku kneels on the field before an NFL preseason football game against the Washington Redskins, in Cleveland. Njoku has returned to practice after missing eight games with a broken right wrist. Njoku was injured in Cleveland’s win over the New York Jets on Sept. 16. The Browns designated Njoku for return from injured reserve on Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Browns TE Njoku back from broken wrist, practicing

By Tom Withers Nov. 20, 2019 11:08 AM EST

Cleveland Browns strong safety Morgan Burnett (42) catches an interception during the first half of the team's NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Browns place starting safety Burnett on injured reserve

By Tom Withers Nov. 19, 2019 11:38 AM EST

Cleveland Browns head coach Freddie Kitchens speaks at a news conference at the NFL football team's training camp facility, Monday, Nov. 18, 2019, in Berea, Ohio. Browns star defensive end Myles Garrett has not yet scheduled the appeal for his indefinite NFL suspension for striking Pittsburgh quarterback Mason Rudolph with a helmet.(AP Photo/Tony Dejak)
Browns take first steps without suspended star Myles Garrett

By Tom Withers Nov. 18, 2019 02:17 PM EST

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (24) is hugged by quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) and wide receiver Jarvis Landry after scoring on a touchdown run against the Baltimore Ravens during the second half of an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 29, 2019, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Brien Aho)
Simple star: Browns’ Chubb dodges defenses, shuns spotlight

By Tom Withers Oct. 03, 2019 04:22 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) greets Los Angeles Rams quarterback Jared Goff (16) after an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 22, 2019, in Cleveland. The Rams won 20-13. (AP Photo/David Dermer)
Picked 6: Mayfield taking heat for early season struggles

By Tom Withers Sep. 25, 2019 11:57 AM EDT

Browns missing whole first-team secondary against Rams

Sep. 22, 2019 07:12 PM EDT
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns will be missing eight starters and their entire first-team secondary for a prime-time matchup against the defending NFC...

FILE - In this Oct. 28, 2018, file photo, Cleveland Browns outside linebacker Christian Kirksey is shown during an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, in Pittsburgh. The Cleveland Browns could be missing several starters Sunday night when they face the defending NFC champion Los Angeles Rams. Tight end David Njoku (wrist), linebacker Christian Kirksey (chest), right tackle Chris Hubbard (foot) and safeties Damarious Randall (concussion) and Morgan Burnett (leg) missed practice Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019. (AP PhotoWinslow Townson, File)
Browns place LB Christian Kirksey on injured reserve

By Tom Withers Sep. 21, 2019 01:32 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 8, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns strong safety Morgan Burnett runs a route during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Washington Redskins, in Cleveland. The Browns could be missing several starters Sunday night when they face the defending NFC champion Los Angeles Rams. Tight end David Njoku (wrist), linebacker Christian Kirksey (chest), right tackle Chris Hubbard (foot) and safeties Damarious Randall (concussion) and Morgan Burnett (leg) missed practice Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Browns could be without starting secondary against Rams

By Brian Dulik Sep. 20, 2019 02:00 PM EDT

FILE - In this Aug. 8, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns strong safety Morgan Burnett runs a route during the first half of an NFL preseason football game against the Washington Redskins, in Cleveland. The Browns could be missing several starters Sunday night when they face the defending NFC champion Los Angeles Rams. Tight end David Njoku (wrist), linebacker Christian Kirksey (chest), right tackle Chris Hubbard (foot) and safeties Damarious Randall (concussion) and Morgan Burnett (leg) missed practice Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Browns could be missing several starters Sunday against Rams

By Tom Withers Sep. 19, 2019 03:23 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (85) catches a pass and scores a touchdown during an NFL game against the Tennessee Titans, Sunday, Sept. 8, 2019, in Cleveland. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
AP source: Browns TE Njoku broke right wrist against Jets

By Tom Withers Sep. 18, 2019 07:47 PM EDT

FILE - In this Sept. 16, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns' Odell Beckham wears a Richard Mille watch during warm ups before an NFL football game against the New York Jets, in East Rutherford, N.J. Football fashion plate Odell Beckham Jr. has switched watches. The Browns polarizing wide receiver has partnered with Swedish watchmaker Daniel Wellington, which introduced him Wednesday, Sept. 18, 2019, as “one of our new icons.” Beckham caused a minor uproar last week by wearing a nearly $200,000 Richard Mille watch during Cleveland’s home opener. (AP Photo/Bill Kostroun, File)
Watched: Beckham says NFL has 'different' rules for him

By Tom Withers Sep. 18, 2019 01:03 PM EDT