Cleveland Browns: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

Browns just had to make a notable free agent signing due to losing a key starter to a brutal injury Cleveland couldn’t afford

The Cleveland Browns just had to sign a veteran free agent due to losing a key defensive starter for the 2026 season. The Cleveland Browns will be without defensive end Alex Wright for the entire 2026 NFL season after he went down during practice earlier in the week.

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Browns only have one option with Deshaun Watson

The Browns tried to make this partnership work over and over, but to no avail.

Browns WR Denzel Boston seemingly reacts to Deshaun Watson’s poor pass vs. Bills

Browns fans make their thoughts clear on Deshaun Watson

Browns GM had glowing praise for Shedeur Sanders after Bills game

The 'Active 3-TD pass NFL games' quiz

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 23

Browns Signing DE Derek Barnett, Placing DE Alex Wright On IR

Adam Schefter of ESPN reports that the Browns are placing DE Alex Wright on season-ending injured reserve with a ruptured Achilles and they now signing DE Derek Barnett to a one-year contract.

Deshaun Watson News / NFLTradeRumors.co / August 23

Fallout From Deshaun Watson Saying Booing From Browns Fans Was ‘Disrespectful’ & ‘Personal’

Entering Saturday’s preseason game between the Browns and Bills, it felt like QB Deshaun Watson had opened up a narrow lead in the competition for the

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / Pro Football Rumors / August 23

Deshaun Watson’s Comments May Impact Browns’ QB1 Decision

Before Saturday’s preseason contest between the Browns and Bills, a report indicated Cleveland’s Deshaun Watson had the edge over Shedeur Sanders in the club’s starting quarterback competition.

NFL News / Yardbarker

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 / Cleveland Browns on SI / August 23

3 Takeaways From Browns Preseason Loss Against Bills in Preseason Week 2

A second straight preseason game where the Browns got blown out, and it’s time for the Browns to make some big decisions. The Browns scored just one touchdown, struggled on defense and had very few highlights as they lost 31-7.

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The 'Rookie receiving leader by team' quiz

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The 'NFL all-time receptions leaders' quiz

Deshaun Watson News / Athlon Sports / August 23

Deshaun Watson Has No Awareness Whatsoever — On or Off the Field

With 3:07 left in the third quarter of the Cleveland Browns’ Saturday game against the Buffalo Bills, Deshaun Watson saw something he may have never seen before.

Cleveland Browns News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 22

Daniel Jeremiah makes Deshaun Watson roster prediction after postgame comments

Following Deshaun Watson’s post-game comments after Cleveland’s 31-7 loss to the Buffalo Bills in preseason game one, an NFL analyst is making a bold prediction about his future.

Shedeur Sanders News / EssentiallySports / August 22

'I Messed Up': Shedeur Sanders Owns Up to Silly Mistake Against Bills Amid Browns QB Battle

All eyes were on Shedeur Sanders as he started for the Cleveland Browns in their preseason game against the Buffalo Bills on August 22. However, even though he is entering his second season, he made a rookie mistake.

Cleveland Browns News / NFL on ClutchPoints / August 22

Browns QB Shedeur Sanders doesn’t ‘appreciate’ Cleveland fans booing Deshaun Watson

Shedeur Sanders came to a teammate’s defense after a rough night at Huntington Bank Field, making clear he didn’t like watching Cleveland Browns fans boo Deshaun Watson during Saturday’s lopsided preseason loss to the Buffalo Bills.

Deshaun Watson News / Yardbarker / August 23

Postgame comments show Deshaun Watson has regressed on and off the field

The only thing more pathetic than Deshaun Watson at quarterback is Watson in front of a microphone.

Browns fans make their thoughts clear on Watson

Browns WR seemingly reacts to Watson’s poor pass vs. Bills

Browns' Shedeur Sanders makes his mark vs. Bills with TD pass

Damar Hamlin used Sanders’ celebration after intercepting him

Browns GM had glowing praise for Sanders after Bills game

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 23

Browns WR seemingly reacts to Deshaun Watson’s poor pass

Browns WR Denzel Boston seemingly reacts to Deshaun Watson’s poor pass vs. Bills

The Cleveland Browns faced off against the Buffalo Bills on Saturday afternoon for their penultimate preseason game.

Browns GM had glowing praise for Shedeur Sanders after Bills game

Browns' Shedeur Sanders makes his mark vs. Bills with touchdown pass

Browns fans make their thoughts clear on Deshaun Watson

Bills' Dion Dawkins, Josh Allen seem to pick winner of Browns' Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders competition

The 'Fewest passing-yards by a Pro Bowler' quiz

Skip Bayless News / Athlon Sports / August 22

Skip Bayless Rips Browns for 'Rigged' Quarterback Battle

Skip Bayless has accused the Cleveland Browns of favoring Deshaun Watson in their quarterback competition with Shedeur Sanders. His criticism followed Saturday’s preseason matchup against the Buffalo Bills, where Sanders received an opportunity to make his case.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / August 22

Browns' Shedeur Sanders makes his mark vs. Bills with touchdown pass

Browns quarterback Shedeur Sanders took advantage of his time on the field with a major play early on.

Bills player had brutal trash talk for Shedeur Sanders

Browns seemingly get Deshaun Watson, Shedeur Sanders verdict via joint practice with Bills

Former Browns RB Nick Chubb retires, ending career of 'what ifs'

The 'Fewest passing-yards by a Pro Bowler' quiz

Cleveland Browns News / HITC / August 22

Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson roast Browns after $2.6B stadium reveal with brutal five-win jab

Shannon Sharpe and Chad Johnson have taken aim at the Cleveland Browns after the franchise revealed plans for its new $2.6 billion domed stadium. Sharpe’s joke was simple, pointing to the Browns’ recent struggles while looking at the impressive new venue.

Nick Chubb News / Yardbarker / August 22

Former Browns RB Nick Chubb retires, ending career of 'what ifs'

Former Cleveland Browns and Houston Texans running back Nick Chubb announced his retirement from the NFL on Friday night, ending a career that was equal parts brilliance and frustration.

Steelers and CB Joey Porter Jr. seem to be at contract stalemate

Packers slammed with more Josh Jacobs concerns ahead of Week 1

Jerry Jones, Cowboys praised for two key offseason moves

Seahawks' deal with Trevon Diggs comes with a big caveat

Interesting update on Buccaneers, Baker Mayfield contract talks emerges

Former GM gives Texans, C.J. Stroud advice after contract extension update