AP source: Browns bringing back LB Walker on 1-year deal
March 22, 2023 GMTCLEVELAND (AP) — Free agent linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. is returning to the Browns after missing most of last season with an injury that rocked Cleveland's defense, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday.
Browns lose another LB, Owusu-Koramoah (foot) out for season
December 13, 2022 GMTCLEVELAND (AP) — For Cleveland's linebackers, it's been an especially painful season.
Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah became the fourth Browns starting linebacker to sustain a season-ending injury when he hurt his left foot late in Sunday's 23-10 loss to the Cincinnati Bengals.
Browns sign linebacker Ragland to fill gaping hole
December 7, 2022 GMTBEREA, Ohio (AP) — The Browns found a linebacker to plug into the middle of their defense.
Cleveland signed veteran Reggie Ragland from Las Vegas' practice squad on Wednesday, a move necessitated by losing Sione Takitaki for the season with a knee injury sustained last weekend in a win over Houston.
Browns LB Takitaki out for season with torn knee ligament
December 5, 2022 GMTCleveland's linebacking corps took another major hit as starter Sione Takitaki will miss the remainder of the season after tearing a knee ligament during Sunday's win over the Houston Texans.
Takitaki had started the past five games and played solidly for the Browns (5-7), who previously lost starters Anthony Walker Jr.
Browns LB Owusu-Koramoah, TE Njoku out against Dolphins
November 11, 2022 GMTBEREA, Ohio (AP) — The Cleveland Browns will be without starting linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah and tight end David Njoku, one of their top offensive players, on Sunday when they visit the Miami Dolphins.
Browns place starting LB Jacob Phillips on injured reserve
October 26, 2022 GMTCLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Browns starting middle linebacker Jacob Phillips was placed on injured reserve Wednesday with a pectoral tear sustained in a loss to Baltimore, his second major injury in two seasons.
Browns’ Phillips ‘likely’ done for year with pectoral injury
October 24, 2022 GMTCLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Browns starting linebacker Jacob Phillips will likely miss the remainder of the season after sustaining a pectoral injury during Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Baltimore Ravens.
Browns acquire linebacker Deion Jones in trade with Falcons
October 10, 2022 GMTCLEVELAND (AP) — Looking to fix a defense with problems galore, the Cleveland Browns acquired former Pro Bowl linebacker Deion Jones on Monday in a trade with the Atlanta Falcons.
Cleveland sent a sixth-round pick in 2024 to Atlanta for Jones, a six-year veteran, along with a seventh-round pick in two years.
Browns missing starting DEs Cowney, Garrett against Falcons
October 2, 2022 GMTATLANTA (AP) — The Cleveland Browns will be without both starting defensive ends for Sunday's game against the Atlanta Falcons after listing Jadeveon Clowney as inactive.
Clowney will miss his second consecutive game with an ankle injury.
Browns LB Walker Jr. out for season with quadriceps tear
September 23, 2022 GMTCLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Browns starting linebacker and team captain Anthony Walker Jr. will miss the rest of the season after tearing a quadriceps tendon in Thursday night's win over the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Browns collapse in final minutes of 31-30 loss to Jets
September 18, 2022 GMTCLEVELAND (AP) — Browns linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. felt the need to apologize.
“Sorry,” he said, surrounded by reporters in a corner of Cleveland's quiet locker room. “Still in shock.”
Browns place Ward, Conklin on active/PUP list as camp opens
July 26, 2022 GMTCLEVELAND (AP) — Pro Bowl cornerback Denzel Ward and starting right tackle Jack Conklin will begin Cleveland's training camp on the sideline after being placed on the active/PUP list Tuesday as the Browns await the NFL's ruling on quarterback Deshaun Watson.
Watson’s arrival has Browns eyeing help in draft for new QB
April 22, 2022 GMT44. CLEVELAND BROWNS (8-9)
LAST SEASON: Perhaps the NFL's most disappointing team, the Browns fell way short of expectations after making the playoffs in coach Kevin Stefanski's first season. Quarterback Baker Mayfield suffered a left shoulder injury in Week 2 and never got untracked.
Browns add WR Cooper, release Landry at start of free agency
March 14, 2022 GMTCLEVELAND BROWNS (8-9)
UNRESTRICTED FREE AGENTS: DE Jadeveon Clowney, LB Anthony Walker Jr., DE Takk McKinley, P Dustin Colquitt, DT Sheldon Day, DE Ifeadi Odenigbo, S Ronnie Harrison Jr., LB Malcolm Smith, WR Rashard Higgins, S M.J.
Landry out as Browns dealing with another COVID-19 outbreak
December 14, 2021 GMTCLEVELAND (AP) — The playoffs are within the Browns' reach. And, once again there's an unscheduled opponent in their way.
For the second straight season, Cleveland is dealing with a major COVID-19 outbreak during their postseason push.
Garrett says Browns lacking focus, CB Newsome has concussion
December 10, 2021 GMTBEREA, Ohio (AP) — Just moments after Browns coach Kevin Stefanski ruled out three starters for Sunday's important game against first-place Baltimore, star defensive end Myles Garrett said something else is missing this week.
Browns place top tackler Walker, P Gillan on COVID-19 list
December 9, 2021 GMTBEREA, Ohio (AP) — Anthony Walker Jr. might not be able to help the Browns chase around Lamar Jackson on Sunday.
Cleveland's leading tackler was placed on the reserve-COVID-19 list on Thursday along with punter Jamie Gillan, and both will likely miss this week's vital matchup against Jackson and the AFC North-leading Baltimore Ravens.
Browns’ Chubb still uncertain for Pats after positive test
November 10, 2021 GMTCLEVELAND (AP) — Nick Chubb's positive COVID-19 test despite being vaccinated has the Browns taking extra precautions.
They're back to wearing masks inside the building, holding meetings virtually, closing their cafeteria and not taking any chances.
Rookie CB Newsome out again for Browns, defense banged up
October 6, 2021 GMTBEREA, Ohio (AP) — Browns starting linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. returned to practice only to find a number of his defensive teammates missing.
Walker was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday after sitting out the past three games with a hamstring injury.
Browns LB Walker on IR, LT Wills questionable for Texans
September 17, 2021 GMTBEREA, Ohio (AP) — The Browns will be down a key defensive player for Sunday's home opener and maybe an offensive starter as well.
Starting linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. was placed on injured reserve Friday and will miss at least three games with a hamstring injury, a loss that will have a ripple effect through Cleveland's defense.
Browns flip script, now among AFC’s title contenders
September 1, 2021 GMTCLEVELAND BROWNS (12-6)
New faces: DE Jadeveon Clowney, LB Anthony Walker Jr., S John Johnson III, DE Takk McKinley, CB Troy Hill, DT Malik Jackson, DT Andrew Billings, rookie CB Greg Newsome II, rookie LB Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, K Chase McLaughlin.
Browns welcoming Giants as ‘guests’ for 2 joint practices
August 18, 2021 GMTBEREA, Ohio (AP) — With the New York Giants visiting for a few days, Browns coach Kevin Stefanski is counting on his players being on their best behavior.
Browns LB Walker out with knee injury, Owusu-Koramoah back
August 3, 2021 GMTBEREA, Ohio (AP) — The Browns dodged their first major injury of this season.
Starting middle linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. will not need surgery, but is expected to miss an extended period with a right knee injury sustained on a noncontact play in training camp Monday.