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Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / July 16

Hanford Dixon Turns Heads With New Helmet Idea

With so many NFL teams showcasing new helmets, Hanford Dixon would love to see the Cleveland Browns do the same. He wants to see the team go all the way to honor the fans and the franchise’s identity.

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Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / July 16

Browns Rookie Faces Huge Expectations

For most of the process leading up to the 2025 NFL Draft, analysts had the Cleveland Browns selecting two-way star Travis Hunter at No. 2 overall. The Tennessee Titans at No.

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One player for every NFL team who will bounce back in 2025

The 2024 season didn't go according to plan for many NFL players. These prominent players now have an opportunity for a rebound season in 2025.

Elerson Smith News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 16

Browns Place DE Elerson Smith On Retired List

The Cleveland Browns announced Wednesday that they’ve officially placed DE Elerson Smith on the reserve/retired list. The Browns will hold Smith’s rights should he unretire at some point. Smith, 26, is a former fourth-round pick of the Giants back in 2021.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawg Pound Daily / July 16

Former Browns' first-round pick needs a strong start to the year to avoid being traded

Last year, the Browns picked up cornerback Greg Newsome II's fifth-year option that will cost them $13,377,000 in 2025. After three straight years of grading in the top 20 percent of cornerbacks in coverage grade, Newsome struggled like the rest of the Browns' defense in 2024.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / July 16

Former Browns QB Reveals Biggest Regret During Career

No NFL team has struggled more than the Cleveland Browns to find a franchise quarterback. Years ago, some thought Johnny Manziel was the guy to put an end to that search.

Myles Garrett News / Browns Nation / July 16

Browns Predicted To Retire One Veteran’s Number

The Cleveland Browns have one of the best pass rushers in the game. Myles Garrett has been an unstoppable force from the moment he arrived, and with his new contract, he should continue to be for years to come.

David Njoku News / Dawg Pound Daily / July 16

David Njoku recognized by ESPN execs among game's best tight ends

Since being drafted in the first round back in 2017, Browns tight end David Njoku has completely developed into the player Cleveland thought they were getting.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawgs By Nature / July 16

Browns defense earns spot as one of the best since 2000. The Steelers do not.

Cleveland’s 2023 defense lands on PFSN’s rankings of the Top 10 units since 2000. But Pittsburgh is nowhere to be found. The Cleveland Browns made a surprising run to the NFL playoffs in 2023, thanks in part to the resurgence of veteran quarterback Joe Flacco.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / July 16

Reporter shares if Sanders has chance to win Browns' QB job

Reporter shares if Shedeur Sanders has chance to win Browns' QB job

Browns reporter Mary Kay Cabot suggested fans shouldn't yet completely dismiss the idea of Shedeur Sanders getting the nod for the club's Week 1 game.

Insider expands on how Browns' Kenny Pickett was 'unremarkable' during spring workouts

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Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / July 16

Coaches See Shift In Promising Browns CB

The Cleveland Browns have the potential to have one of the best defenses in the NFL. Coordinator Jim Schwartz turned the unit around in his first year with the team, and though they regressed last season, a lot of that may be linked to their offensive struggles.

NFL News / Yardbarker / July 16

Analyst predicts how Bengals' Trey Hendrickson, Shemar Stewart sagas will end

On Wednesday, NFL analyst Ben Solak of ESPN predicted how the Bengals-related sagas will end.

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Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / July 16

Browns Facing More Questions After Latest Incident

The Cleveland Browns entered the offseason with renewed optimism about their rookie class and the promise of training camp. That excitement took a serious turn when second-round pick Quinshon Judkins was arrested on domestic battery charges following an incident in Fort Lauderdale.

Luke Floriea News / Browns Nation / July 16

Browns Rookie Drawing Inspiration From NFL Vets

The Cleveland Browns have found something special in Luke Floriea, a local product from Mentor who represents more than just hometown pride. The undrafted rookie wide receiver from Kent State has been turning heads during his pursuit of an NFL roster spot, drawing inspiration from some of the league’s most dependable slot receivers.

Cleveland Browns News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 15

Cleveland Browns’ player under most pressure entering 2025 NFL season

The Cleveland Browns prepare to enter their 2025 NFL training camp under head coach Kevin Stefanski’s steady hand. However, there’s a cloud of uncertainty that looms large over their offense.

Shedeur Sanders News / Athlon Sports / July 15

Shedeur Sanders Posts Cryptic 3-Word Message About Browns Future

The Cleveland Browns’ four-player quarterback competition between Joe Flacco, Kenny Pickett, Dillon Gabriel, and Shedeur Sanders has been one of the most-talked about storyline of the NFL offseason.

Johnny Manziel News / The SportsRush / July 15

'I Hated Cleveland': Johnny Manziel Admits the City Contributed to His ‘Depression’

From Drew Brees’ physical evaluation with the Miami Dolphins to 31 teams passing on Lamar Jackson on night one of the 2018 NFL Draft, there’s certainly no shortage of ‘What if?’ moments throughout the NFL’s 105-year history.

Dylan Sampson News / Cleveland Browns on SI / July 15

Cleveland Browns Rookie RB Receives Major Praise

The Cleveland Browns have not received much good news on the running back front in recent weeks. Quinshon Judkins is dealing with a legal situation that has yet to be resolved.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / July 15

Browns Training Camp Preview: Big Questions Suddenly Loom In RB Room

As recently as a week ago, there was a lot of excitement about the Cleveland Browns remade running back room. Following the arrest of top rookie Quinshon Judkins, however, the position is suddenly clouded with uncertainty.

Cleveland Browns News / Gridiron Heroics / July 15

‘He’s The Best’: Former Cleveland Browns Champion Died

A member of the Cleveland Browns‘ 1964 championship team, who used to support himself in a rather interesting way, died recently. Per Edward Lee of the Baltimore Sun, Roger Shoals died on June 30 at the Lankenau Medical Center in Penn Wynne, Pennsylvania, due to pneumonia at the age of 86.

Quinshon Judkins News / Larry Brown Sports / July 15

911 audio released from Quinshon Judkins case

Cleveland Browns rookie running back Quinshon Judkins was arrested on Saturday on a charge related to domestic violence, and the audio of the 911 call from his reported victim has now been released.