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Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 4
Former All-Pro teammate explains why Browns' Shedeur Sanders lost QB1 job to Deshaun Watson
The biggest Cleveland Browns-related story of the summer involved veteran Deshaun Watson winning the competition for the team's starting quarterback job.
NFL News / Yardbarker / June 12
Three players the Cleveland Browns are going to miss this season
The Cleveland Browns are looking to get younger, faster, and hungrier. To do that, they have to accept that some guys won't be back in 2026.
Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / June 10
Browns Coach Thinks Joel Bitonio Would’ve Kept Playing if It Weren’t for Health
The Cleveland Browns are certainly going to miss Joel Bitonio. On Tuesday, June 9, Bitonio announced that he would no longer be playing the sport of football.
The '100-receiving-yard playoff debuts' quiz
How many of the NFL players with at least 100 receiving yards in their first-career postseason game can you name in eight minutes?
Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / June 9
Looking at Joel Bitonio’s Hall of Fame Candidacy Following Retirement from Browns
The Browns received news on Tuesday as guard Joel Bitonio announced his retirement after 12 seasons. A standout player, Bitonio was among the best guards in the NFL and has a strong case for the Pro Football Hall of Fame.
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.
Cleveland Browns News / Larry Brown Sports / June 12
Browns player takes shot at Johnny Manziel during his retirement announcement
Longtime Cleveland Browns offensive lineman Joel Bitonio could not resist taking a shot at Johnny Manziel while announcing his retirement on Tuesday. Bitonio announced his retirement after 12 NFL seasons on Tuesday.
Cleveland Browns News / Field Level Media / June 9
Long-time Browns G Joel Bitonio retires after 12 seasons
Seven-time Pro Bowl guard Joel Bitonio announced his retirement from the NFL on Tuesday after 12 seasons with the Cleveland Browns. Bitonio, 34, officially
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.
Cleveland Browns News / Pro Football Rumors / June 9
G Joel Bitonio Retires
Joel Bitonio‘s future remained uncertain throughout the 2026 offseason. Another Browns contract remained something the team was open to, but the decorated guard has elected to hang up his cleats.
Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / March 11
Why the Cleveland Browns Are Being Patient With Joel Bitonio Retirement Decision
The Cleveland Browns have been aggressive in the free agent market, especially in the trenches. Cleveland’s offensive line was one of the main struggles
Cleveland Browns News / Pro Football Rumors / February 17
Browns, Joel Bitonio Push Back Void Date; Bitonio Mulling Retirement
A 12-year veteran and a career-long Brown, guard Joel Bitonio is scheduled to become a free agent next month. Before Bitonio signs with the Browns or anyone else, he’ll have to decide whether to play in 2026.
Cleveland Browns News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 17
Browns & G Joel Bitonio Agree To Push Back Contract Void Date
The Cleveland Browns and veteran G Joel Bitonio have agreed to push back the void date in his current deal to the end of the 2025-26 league year in March,
Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / January 5
Browns veteran Joel Bitonio gives heartfelt statement amid potential retirement
When you think of the Cleveland Browns' offensive line, Joel Bitonio's name probably comes to mind. The 34-year-old offensive lineman has been a staple for the Browns for the last 12 seasons, being selected to seven Pro Bowls and named an All-Pro two times.
Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / December 30
Here's what Joel Bitonio said about potential retirement from NFL
Joel Bitonio has been a staple for the Cleveland Browns' offensive line for 12 seasons, being selected to seven Pro Bowls. But the veteran 34-year-old is slated to potentially retire at the end of the 2025 NFL season.
Cleveland Browns News / Cleveland Browns on SI / December 29
Joel Bitonio goes off on Browns fans who are focused on next year
The Cleveland Browns squeaked out a 13-6 victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday, in a game where the offenses could not catch fire, Cleveland found
Cleveland Browns News / Athlon Sports / December 28
Joel Bitonio Reacts to Fan Disappointment Over Browns' Draft Tumble
The Cleveland Browns surprised and delighted some fans while disappointing others on Sunday with a 13-6 win over rival Pittsburgh at Huntington Bank Field in downtown Cleveland.
Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / November 24
How Browns' Shedeur Sanders impressed Joel Bitonio in first start
Bitonio discussed what he saw from his polarizing teammate in the latter's first career start.
Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / October 28
Joel Bitonio addresses Browns' controversial Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders call
On Monday, Browns HC Kevin Stefanski suggested he's not yet having second thoughts about sticking with the struggling Gabriel as the club's starting QB over Sanders.
Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / September 29
Do Browns players still have faith in Joe Flacco amid 1-3 season start?
The Browns are sticking with Flacco. Are his teammate on board with that decision?
Cleveland Browns News / Yardbarker / June 3, 2025
Joel Bitonio reveals one wish for Browns' four-way QB competition
While speaking at the annual Cleveland Browns Foundation golf outing on Monday, Bitonio addressed the ongoing competition for the team's starting quarterback job.
Cleveland Browns News / NFLTradeRumors.co / March 5, 2025
Browns G Joel Bitonio Will Return In 2025
The Browns announced on Wednesday that veteran G Joel Bitonio will be returning for his 12th season with the team and has decided not to retire. Bitonio previously indicated that he could potentially retire instead of being part of a rebuilding team and has now informed the team of his decision to return.
Cleveland Browns News / Pro Football Rumors / March 4, 2025
Browns expect key offensive lineman to play in 2025
As moving parts remain for Browns still contracted, the team may not have to worry about replacing one of the best offensive linemen in team history just yet.
Cleveland Browns News / NFLTradeRumors.co / February 3, 2025
Browns OL Joel Bitonio Could Retire If Team Ends Up Rebuilding
According to Jonathan Jones, veteran Browns LG Joel Bitonio has indicated that he could potentially retire instead of being part of a rebuilding team. Now that DE Myles Garrett has requested a trade from the team, it could be a factor in Bitonio’s decision for his future.
Cleveland Browns News / Dawg Pound Daily / January 28, 2025
Browns veteran Joel Bitonio elevated to 7th consecutive Pro Bowl
Another Cleveland Browns player is headed for the Pro Bowl this coming Sunday, February 2, Joel Bitonio, a 10 year veteran and starting guard for the Browns, was elevated from being an alternate to being in the games after Joe Thuney had to be replaced due to the Super Bowl.
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