Denzel Ward: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

AFC Notes: Lamar Jackson, Denzel Ward, Browns, Ravens, Steelers

Not only does Browns CB Denzel Ward believe the team can be the best defense in football, he thinks he can win the DPOY award. “I think I’m capable. I’m definitely a Defensive Player of the Year-caliber player,” Ward said, via PFT.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / July 26

Greg Newsome Breaks Silence On Future With Browns

The Cleveland Browns are counting on their defense to lead a turnaround in 2025 after a disastrous season that featured an offense that consistently put it in unwinnable positions.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / July 24

Denzel Ward Says He’s ‘Capable’ Of Winning Major NFL Award

The Cleveland Browns have a former Defensive Player of the Year in their ranks right now. Notably, Denzel Ward wants to make it two. In the first training

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Cleveland Browns News / Dawg Pound Daily / July 18

ESPN exec survey gives Denzel Ward the recognition he deserves

Since being drafted fourth overall out of Ohio State in 2018, Denzel Ward instantly became one of the best cornerbacks in football. Over his first seven years in the league, Ward has made four Pro Bowl appearances and been the standard when it comes to outside man coverage.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / July 17

Denzel Ward Is Going Viral For Hilarious Video

The Cleveland Browns have one of the best defensive backs in the business. Denzel Ward is a force to be reckoned with in the secondary, and he’s going to stick to whoever he has to cover like a fly on the wall.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / July 15

Denzel Ward’s Latest Post Has Fans Talking

The Cleveland Browns defense has a new energy heading into 2025, and it starts with their anchor in the secondary. Denzel Ward is entering his eighth season with a clear mission after leading the league with 19 passes defensed in 2024.

Cleveland Browns News / A to Z Sports / July 15

Ja’Marr Chase gives a firm statement about Browns CB Denzel Ward that should go as a reminder to the rest of the NFL

If the Cleveland Browns want to improve as a team in 2025 after going 3–14 last season — just a year after making the playoffs — it’s clear that the offense must take a step forward.

Cleveland Browns News / Gridiron Heroics / July 14

Ja’Marr Chase crowns Denzel Ward as his toughest rival

Ja’Marr Chase tore through the 2024 season, topping the NFL in receptions, receiving yards, and touchdowns to secure the rare triple crown. When it came to naming his toughest matchup, the Cincinnati Bengals star didn’t flinch—he singled out Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward without hesitation.

Cleveland Browns News / NFL on ClutchPoints / July 13

Browns’ Denzel Ward earns ‘best’ honor from Ja’Marr Chase

After showing promise in 2023, the Cleveland Browns were sent crashing back to earth the following year and missed the playoffs for the third time in four seasons.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / July 12

Ja’Marr Chase Drops Surprising Praise For Browns Player

While the Cleveland Browns’ offense was an eyesore in 2024, their defense held up its end of the bargain as they did well to keep the team in games. The Browns’ defense is anchored by Myles Garrett up front, but he’s got plenty of help behind him in the middle of the field and in the secondary.

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Cleveland Browns News / Dawgs By Nature / July 12

Which Cleveland DB gives Ja’Marr Chase nightmares?

Cincinnati’s talented wide receiver says Denzel Ward is his toughest matchup. The Cleveland Browns have owned their little brothers to the south, aka the Cincinnati Bengals, going on seven years now.

NFL News / NFLTradeRumors.co / July 10

AFC Notes: Denzel Ward, Jaire Alexander, Bengals, Browns, Ravens

Former Duke WR Jordan Moore has been a standout for the Bengals this offseason, drawing praise from his position coach. “He’s an A+ young man, fits our culture, and wants to be great,” Bengals WR coach Troy Walters told Dan Hoard.

Cleveland Browns News / Browns Nation / July 6

Denzel Ward Gets Major Nod Among Top NFL Players

Denzel Ward remains a cornerstone of the Cleveland Browns’ defense, and his excellence has been noticed around the league. Cody Benjamin of CBS Sports recently named Ward the top player in the NFL wearing No.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / June 30

Former NFL Star Unleashes Controversial Claim on Browns Defender

Two years ago, the Cleveland Browns boasted the top-ranked defense in the NFL. It was certainly a much different story last season, as just about everything went wrong for the Browns in 2024.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawg Pound Daily / June 29

Former Browns first-round pick's discontent with role could lead to eventual split

Coming off a strong 2023 season, the Browns' defense thrived for two main reasons: their elite pass rush led by Myles Garrett, and their tremendous secondary of Denzel Ward, Martin Emerson Jr., and Greg Newsome II, who excelled in the man coverage scheme.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / June 14

Cleveland Browns Star Discloses One Pivotal Goal for 2025 NFL Season

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward is one of the best players in the NFL at his position, as evidenced by his four Pro Bowl appearances since entering the league in 2018.

Cleveland Browns News / Dawg Pound Daily / April 27

Browns vets making it awkward for Dillon Gabriel after Shedeur Sanders praise

The Cleveland Browns ended their 2025 Draft the way most people once thought they would start it: drafting Shedeur Sanders. After passing on the divisive quarterback six times, Cleveland traded up to select Sanders in the fifth round, ending an unexpected slide for the QB.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / April 24

Denzel Ward reacts to Myles Garrett trade saga, return to Browns

Garrett committed his future to Cleveland in March by signing a massive four-year, $160M contract extension that included $123.5M guaranteed.

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NFL News / Yardbarker / March 7

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NFL News / Yardbarker / March 3

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Cleveland Browns News / Pro Football Rumors / February 6

Browns Pro Bowl CB addresses Myles Garrett trade request

As the countdown to the Super Bowl continues, one of the top storylines around the NFL is Myles Garrett‘s future. One of his key teammates has now weighed in on the issue.

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Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / February 1

Browns Trade Pro Bowl Defender in Blockbuster Proposal

The Cleveland Browns will have plenty of critical decisions to make this offseason, and some of them may be pretty painful. Given their financial situation, the Browns may actually have to trade some key pieces in the coming months, and Bleacher Report's Gary Davenport feels that cornerback Denzel Ward could be one of the victims.

Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / January 17

Browns' Denzel Ward shares big hint about Deshaun Watson's future

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Pittsburgh Steelers News / Steeler Nation / November 19

Denzel Ward 'Isn't Too Concerned' With Steelers' George Pickens' On-Field Antics Ahead Of Thursday Night Battle

The Pittsburgh Steelers are in the middle of a short week. They took down their biggest rival in the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday, and now they are going through a quick turnaround as they travel to play the Cleveland Browns on Thursday Night Football in Week 12.

Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / November 18

Browns Star Defender Unveils Major Injury Update

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward sustained a couple of injuries during his team's loss to the New Orleans Saints on Sunday and is nursing both rib and ankle issues.