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Jared Verse News / ClevelandBrownsCommunity / September 25

'I don’t care about sacks' – Browns DE Jared Verse Makes Bold Statement Amid Concerns

Jared Verse arrived in Cleveland with huge expectations after the Browns traded Myles Garrett to the Rams. Verse became the centerpiece of that blockbuster deal, but his early production has raised questions.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Bengals QB Joe Flacco says he has no reason to believe he will be traded

The season-ending injury to New York Giants quarterback Jaxson Dart sparked immediate trade speculation as to what the team would do in an effort to replace him and try to stay in playoff contention.

Giants' John Harbaugh shares surprising Jaxson Dart injury update

John Harbaugh reveals Giants’ QB plans after Jaxson Dart injury

Harbaugh: Giants Will Add Another QB, Haven’t Ruled Out Trade

The 'Season passing-record by NFL team' quiz

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The '4K-yard, 30-TD NFL seasons' quiz

How many of the NFL quarterbacks to rack up at least 4,000-passing-yards and toss at least 30 touchdowns in the same season can you name in six minutes?

Jared Verse News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 24

Myles Garrett Replacement Yet to Find Success, But He and Coaches Aren’t Concerned

The Cleveland Browns are trying to unlock Jared Verse. And although the two-time Pro Bowler and 2024 AP Defensive Rookie of the Year hasn't found a sack through the first two weeks of the 2026 regular season, he and the coaching staff aren't concerned.

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Ranking the NFL's backup quarterbacks for the 2026 season

A few trades have rearranged the NFL's backup quarterback ranks, but the dust has mostly settled. From a mix of recent first-round disappointments, aging vets, and young project types, here is how the league's QB2 ranks look for the 2026 season.

Andre Szmyt News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 24

What the Browns Special Teams Coordinator said About Andre Szmyt’s Start to 2026

Most football fans focus on how the offense and defense look, whether their team scores points or prevents the other team from scoring. Football has three phases, though, and special teams often get overlooked.

NFL News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 24

3 Browns Players Who Could Make or Break the Panthers Game

As the Cleveland Browns ride their wave of momentum into Huntington Bank Field for their home opener against the Carolina Panthers in Week 3, you can sense an overall feeling of optimism after quarterback Deshaun Watson delivered what was arguably his best outing in four-plus years with the franchise last Sunday.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 24

Top 3 Runs in Nick Chubb's Career as a Member of the Cleveland Browns

Nick Chubb has called it a career and has chosen to retire with the team he began his career with, the Cleveland Browns. Chubb spent seven seasons in Cleveland, where he was a fan-favorite, reliable running back.

Cleveland Browns News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Cleveland Browns Practice Report for Thursday, September 24 Week 3

The Cleveland Browns completed practice Thursday at the CrossCountry Mortgage Campus in Berea ahead of the Week 3 regular-season home opener against the Carolina Panthers on Sunday.

Todd Monken News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Todd Monken, Browns Receive Unexpected News Amid NFL Season

Todd Monken and the Cleveland Browns are still finding their footing two weeks into the 2026 season. Cleveland opened with a 34-10 blowout loss in Jacksonville before rallying from a 16-6 deficit to beat Tampa Bay 23-19 on the road.

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25 NFL players who could retire after the 2026 season

NFL stars can't play forever, and retirement is coming sooner than later for some of the league's top players. These 25 players could call it quits following the 2026 season.

Nick Chubb News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 24

Browns Veteran Nick Chubb Set to Officially End His Career in Cleveland

The Cleveland Browns will officially say goodbye to one of their most beloved players in franchise history this weekend. There’s no question that many faces have come and gone in the Browns’ history as a franchise, with many fan favorites deciding to sign one day contracts to ultimately retire as a member of the Cleveland Browns.

Bryce Young News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 24

One Browns Defender Could Be the Key to Stopping Bryce Young

The Cleveland Browns have a date with the Carolina Panthers this Sunday, which should be an exciting battle between two young teams looking for a second consecutive win.

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Cleveland Browns News / ClevelandBrownsCommunity / September 24

'Freed from Cleveland' – Skip Bayless wants the Browns to trade Shedeur Sanders

Shedeur Sanders’ standing with the Cleveland Browns has changed considerably since the start of the season. The rookie is now facing a crowded quarterback room with Deshaun Watson still ahead of him.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / September 24

5 Browns Storylines Taking Center Stage Ahead of Week 3

Out goes football in the state of Florida, and in comes Cleveland Browns football in Ohio. The Browns open their home stadium to the fans for the first time in the 2026 season.

Myles Bryant News / Viral Sports News / September 24

Cleveland Browns Terminate Contract of Long-Time NFL Veteran

The Cleveland Browns released defensive back Myles Bryant from the practice squad on Wednesday, a corresponding move after signing cornerback D’Angelo Ross back to the unit, via the NFL transaction wire.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Smith urges Giants to pursue Sanders after Dart injury

Stephen A. Smith urges Giants to pursue Shedeur Sanders after Jaxson Dart injury

The Giants will be without Dart for the entire season after he suffered an injury in Week 2.

Browns insider shares Shedeur Sanders trade update after Giants lose Jaxson Dart to injury

Browns reportedly were ready to make Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders move before win over Buccaneers

Todd Monken admits mistake with Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders

The 'Single-game rookie RB touchdown leaders' quiz

Deshaun Watson News / A to Z Sports / September 24

Deshaun Watson dropped a message that shows how he’s feeling about Browns fans ahead of 2026 home debut

Deshaun Watson had to answer a key question about Browns fans ahead of the Week 3 game against the Panthers. Deshaun Watson is coming off one of the best games of his Cleveland Browns career.

NFL News / Yardbarker / September 24

Browns insider shares Sanders trade update after Giants lose Dart

Browns insider shares Shedeur Sanders trade update after Giants lose Jaxson Dart to injury

Sanders lost a competition for the Cleveland starting QB job to veteran Deshaun Watson this past summer.

Giants' John Harbaugh shares bold Jameis Winston claim after devastating Jaxson Dart report

Giants' John Harbaugh shares surprising Jaxson Dart injury update

Todd Monken admits mistake with Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders

The 'Last rookie QB three-TD games by NFL team' quiz

Deshaun Watson News / Viral Sports News / September 24

Browns’ Deshaun Watson Shares Clear Update on NFL Future

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson does not sound like a player winding down. At 31, with a twice-repaired Achilles tendon and only 21 games played over the last five seasons, many around the league have already begun treating him as a short-term option whose massive contract expires after this year.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 23

Deshaun Watson sends message to Browns fans who may boo him vs. Panthers

The last time that Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson took a snap in front of Browns fans at Cleveland's Huntington Bank Field, he was repeatedly booed.

How Tua Tagovailoa has reacted to losing starting job without playing

Cowboys players sound alarms about facing Ravens' Lamar Jackson in Brazil

Jackson pokes fun at Cowboys' 'America's Team' moniker

Dan Quinn discusses players' reaction to Jayden Daniels' injury

'Scared' Drake Maye singled out amid Patriots' offensive struggles

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 23

Browns reportedly were ready to make Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders move before win over Buccaneers

Quarterback Deshaun Watson is on track to start for the 1-1 Cleveland Browns when the Browns host the 1-1 Carolina Panthers for Cleveland's home season opener.

Browns' Carson Schwesinger sends message to Deshaun Watson critics after win over Buccaneers

Browns players and fans have different thoughts on Deshaun Watson

The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz