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Cleveland Browns have no choice but to keep a local star around that’s clearly forcing his way on the 53-man roster

Cleveland Browns have no choice but to keep a local star around that’s clearly forcing his way on the 53-man roster

Cleveland Browns’ preseason game against the New England Patriots brought another example of why Luke Floriea has to make the 53-man roster. The Cleveland Browns are wrapping up their preseason slate against the New England Patriots, and the back end of the roster is coming into focus.

Cleveland Browns News / TWSN / August 27

Browns Second-Year QB Makes Serious Case for QB1 in Preseason Finale

Cleveland fans were up in arms this week after Deshaun Watson was named the Browns week one starter despite an extremely underwhelming preseason. Fans

Mekhi Blackmon News / Pro Football Rumors / August 27
Browns Claim CB Mekhi Blackmon

Browns Claim CB Mekhi Blackmon

The Browns have claimed cornerback Mekhi Blackmon off waivers from the Colts, per an announcement from Cleveland. When the move becomes official on Friday, Blackmon will take wide receiver Cedric Tillman‘s roster spot.

Cleveland Browns News / Viral Sports News / August 27
Joel Klatt Doesn’t Hold Back on Browns’ Shedeur Sanders Situation

Joel Klatt Doesn’t Hold Back on Browns’ Shedeur Sanders Situation

Shedeur Sanders will begin the season as the Cleveland Browns’ backup quarterback after losing a training camp battle to Deshaun Watson, and Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt says the former Colorado standout may ultimately need a change of scenery to reach his potential.

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The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz

How many of the quarterbacks in NFL history with at least 40 touchdown passes combined in their first two seasons can you name in five minutes?

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Andrew Berry News / A to Z Sports / August 27
Browns GM Andrew Berry made the move he had no choice but to make ahead of Browns’ final preseason game

Browns GM Andrew Berry made the move he had no choice but to make ahead of Browns’ final preseason game

Cleveland Browns have badly needed depth in the defensive backfield. The Browns made a move to address that need by adding a former AFC starter. The Cleveland

NFL News / Yardbarker
25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

25 stories to keep an eye on in NFL training camps

The opening of 2026 NFL training camp brings big hope for all 32 fan bases. These are the 25 developments to watch as we progress toward Week 1.

Cleveland Browns News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 27
Browns rumors: Deshaun Watson was ‘clear’ QB1 over Shedeur Sanders long before brutal press conference

Browns rumors: Deshaun Watson was ‘clear’ QB1 over Shedeur Sanders long before brutal press conference

As some were shocked to see the Cleveland Browns name Deshaun Watson as the starting quarterback over Shedeur Sanders, there is some reason to believe that the plan was in place for a good amount of time.

Cedric Tillman News / EssentiallySports / August 27
Cedric Tillman’s Future Under Huge Threat as Browns Look to Part Ways with WR

Cedric Tillman’s Future Under Huge Threat as Browns Look to Part Ways with WR

Sometimes, the NFL can be brutally unforgiving to players who fail to turn potential into production. A third- round pick can enter the league, show flashes of promise, but without a lot of production, sometimes they get moved on without warning.

Jerry Jeudy News / Viral Sports News / August 27
Browns’ Jerry Jeudy’s Future Takes New Turn Before Week 1

Browns’ Jerry Jeudy’s Future Takes New Turn Before Week 1

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy could be heading elsewhere as NFL clubs get ready to cut their rosters down to 53 players. Jeudy currently ranks first on the team’s depth chart at the position.

Dillon Gabriel News / EssentiallySports / August 27
Bad News for Dillon Gabriel as Browns Insider Reveals QB Standing Within Locker Room Amidst Roster Cuts

Bad News for Dillon Gabriel as Browns Insider Reveals QB Standing Within Locker Room Amidst Roster Cuts

There was a time Cleveland Browns head coach Todd Monken praised Dillon Gabriel for making the most out of the limited reps he’s been getting at training camp.

NFL News / Yardbarker
The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

The significant NFL players returning from injury in 2026

Be it stars returning from late-season injuries to starter-level players who missed most or all of last season, the NFL features a host of rehab odysseys to follow as training camps near.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 27
Why Browns will almost certainly make this Deshaun Watson decision in 2027

Why Browns will almost certainly make this Deshaun Watson decision in 2027

Is Watson's departure a foregone conclusion?

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The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz
 The 'Most TD passes in first two seasons' quiz
The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
 The 'Switch-hitter 35-HR seasons' quiz
The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz
 The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz
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 The '4K-yard, 30 TD NFL seasons' quiz
Cedric Tillman News / Field Level Media / August 27
Reports: Browns to release WR Cedric Tillman

Reports: Browns to release WR Cedric Tillman

The Cleveland Browns are set to release wide receiver Cedric Tillman, multiple media outlets reported on Thursday. The Browns fortified the wide receiver position when they selected KC Concepcion and Denzel Boston within their first three picks of the 2026 NFL Draft.

Shedeur Sanders News / The Spun / August 27
Shedeur Sanders Gets Bad Feedback From Several NFL Front Offices

Shedeur Sanders Gets Bad Feedback From Several NFL Front Offices

Cleveland Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders isn’t exactly receiving a ton of support from the NFL community this week. Sanders appeared in eight games as a rookie, completing 56.5% of his passes for 1,400 yards with seven touchdowns and 10 interceptions.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / August 27
5 Cleveland Browns Position Battles That Will Wrap up During Preseason Finale

5 Cleveland Browns Position Battles That Will Wrap up During Preseason Finale

The final preseason game arrives and is as welcomed as sitting through endless streaming ads before the movie starts. The Cleveland Browns announced that they will not play any starters versus the New England Patriots on Thursday night.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 27
Browns insider reacts to theory about Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

Browns insider reacts to theory about Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision

As insider shared his thoughts on why he doesn't buy one theory regarding the Browns' QB decision.

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Cedric Tillman News / Pro Football Rumors / August 27
Browns To Waive WR Cedric Tillman

Browns To Waive WR Cedric Tillman

Before training camp began, Cedric Tillman was named as a player in danger of being cut. The fourth-year wideout is indeed out of the picture for Cleveland.

LSU Tigers News / Yardbarker / August 27
LSU should accept defeat in college fifth-year eligibility debate

LSU should accept defeat in college fifth-year eligibility debate

It was a nice try, LSU, but it's time to give up the fight. You're not going to be able to sign players out of NFL camps, no matter how much you want to. 

SEC adopts strict policy amid influx of pro players trying to return to college
ACC joins Big Ten, SEC and Big 12 in banning former professional athletes
Joey McGuire gets candid about Texas Tech potentially adding NFL players
NFL says defectors cannot return to league this year
North Carolina expected to be without DC Steve Belichick against TCU
Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 27
Ryan Fitzpatrick shares harsh reality check for Shedeur Sanders

Ryan Fitzpatrick shares harsh reality check for Shedeur Sanders about Browns' Deshaun Watson decision

Was Watson the right choice for QB1 in Cleveland? And if so, what does that say about Sanders?

Analyzing the many assets the Browns invested in the NFL's saddest QB room
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Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 26
How Taylen Green could lead to Browns making wild Shedeur Sanders decision

How Taylen Green could lead to Browns making wild Shedeur Sanders decision

Will one aspect of Green's ability force Cleveland's hand regarding Sanders?

Browns' Taylen Green makes feelings on Deshaun Watson controversy clear
Dan Orlovsky gives Browns fans advice for reacting to Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision
Browns' Todd Monken explains big Shedeur Sanders decision after naming Deshaun Watson starter
Reporters debunk narrative about Browns' Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders decision
The 'NFL passing leaders since 1970' quiz
NFL News / Yardbarker / August 26
There's always 2027: What would constitute a successful season for four rebuilding NFL teams?

There's always 2027: What would constitute a successful season for four rebuilding NFL teams?

The 2026 NFL preseason isn't over, but some teams are already looking ahead to next season. For those squads, all hope isn't lost. The upcoming regular season can still be a positive, as long as expectations are recalibrated.

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LSU Tigers News / Yardbarker / August 25
SEC adopts strict policy amid influx of pro players trying to return to college

SEC adopts strict policy amid influx of pro players trying to return to college

The SEC is aiming to keep the college in college sports.  

LSU HC Lane Kiffin balks at his own suggested guardrails in welcoming NFL transfer
Big Ten makes rule change to keep NFL players out of college football
Big Ten programs facing major penalties if they violate new rule on NFL prohibition
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Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 26
Browns' Taylen Green makes feelings on Deshaun Watson controversy clear

Browns' Taylen Green makes feelings on Deshaun Watson controversy clear

Green touched upon the latest controversy involving Watson.

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