Cleveland Browns

#4QB Deshaun Watson QuestionableConcussion · Concussion

Updated Nov 4

The Browns listed Watson (concussion) as a non-participant in Wednesday's practice.

Early in this past Sunday's 27-6 loss to the Steelers, Watson exited the game to get checked for a concussion following a helmet-to-helmet hit, but he was cleared to re-enter the contest after missing just four offensive snaps. However, after he had some late-surfacing symptoms, Watson entered concussion protocol Tuesday and was a spectator for the Browns' first Week 9 session. According to Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com, Watson "felt a lot better" Wednesday and was involved in meetings, but Shedeur Sanders took all the reps with the first-team offense. Sanders appears to be trending toward starting Sunday against the Saints, as Monken acknowledged that it will be difficult for Watson to play even if he ends up clearing the protocol late in the week, per Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram.

Coverage

Browns place Deshaun Watson in concussion protocol, Shedeur Sanders prepares for potential start News 5 Cleveland (ABC) · Nov 4 Todd Monken on Deshaun Watson in concussion protocol, prepping Shedeur Sanders to start for Browns 92.3 The Fan · Nov 4 BROWNS NEWS: Deshaun Watson in Concussion Protocol, Shedeur Sanders' Status Uncertain 92.3 The Fan · Nov 4

• 3 Browns starters besides Deshaun Watson sit out practice on Wednesday of Saints week; starting receiver limited cleveland.com - Browns · Nov 4
• ▶ Deshaun Watson placed in concussion protocol ahead of Week 9 ESPN · Nov 4
• Browns QB Deshaun Watson in concussion protocol; status vs. Saints unclear ESPN · Nov 4
• Shedeur Sanders Backs Deshaun Watson Ahead of Potential Start Against Saints Browns On SI · Nov 4

#12WR Denzel Boston QuestionableCalf

Updated Nov 4

Boston was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a calf injury, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Boston made appearances on the injury report in Weeks 6 and 7 due to a foot issue, but he's tending to a new health concern coming out of this past Sunday's 27-6 loss to the Steelers. The rookie wideout will have two more chances this week to upgrade to full practice, and if he does, he should head into Sunday's game in New Orleans without an injury designation.

#49LB Carson Schwesinger QuestionableWrist

Updated Nov 4

questionable

#8DE Jared Verse QuestionableKnee

Updated Nov 4

questionable

#74C Elgton Jenkins QuestionableKnee

Updated Nov 4

questionable

#26CB Myles Harden QuestionableHamstring

Updated Nov 4

questionable

#58OT Austin Barber QuestionableCalf

Updated Nov 4

questionable

#96DT Maliek Collins QuestionableElbow

Updated Nov 4

questionable

#5LB Quincy Williams QuestionableHamstring

Updated Nov 4

Williams (hamstring) did not participate in practice Wednesday, Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Williams missed Wednesday's practice with a hamstring injury, which likely occurred at some point during the Browns' Week 8 loss to the Steelers. However, head coach Todd Monken said he is "optimistic" that the 30-year-old will be ready for Week 9. Williams will need to upgrade his practice status by Friday for a chance to play.

#93DT Kalia Davis IRQuadriceps

Out for the season Updated Oct 27

Davis (quadriceps) will spend the rest of the 2026 season on injured reserve after his 21-day practice window expired Tuesday, Aaron Wilson of KPRC 2 Houston reports.

Davis injured his quad during training camp in late July and started the regular season on IR. His 21-day window opened Oct. 6, but he has not progressed enough in his recovery to warrant his removal from IR. That means that the 2022 sixth-rounder will be sidelined for the rest of the season unless he reaches an injury settlement with the Browns.

#78G Teven Jenkins IRBack

Estimated return Nov 29 Updated Oct 24

The Browns placed Jenkins (back) on injured reserve Saturday.

Jenkins has yet to play in the 2026 regular season due to a persistent back injury. The issue seems to be significant enough that Jenkins will not be able to return to the field soon, leaving the Browns no choice but to place the guard on IR.

#23RB Raheim Sanders IRHip

Estimated return Nov 15 Updated Oct 13

The Browns placed Sanders (hip) on injured reserve Tuesday.

Sanders opened the year as Cleveland's No. 3 running back but saw his role increase after Dylan Sampson (knee) landed on IR. During the season's first four games, Sanders gained 42 yards on eight carries and added eight catches for 49 yards on nine targets before going down with a hip injury in Week 5. Sanders will be sidelined for at least the next four games.

#6LB Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah OutNeck

Out for the season Updated Sep 8

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#54LB Edefuan Ulofoshio IRBiceps

Out for the season Updated Aug 31

Ulofoshio (biceps) reverted to the Browns' IR on Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Ulofoshio suffered a biceps injury in Cleveland's final preseason contest Thursday and was waived/injured Sunday. He went unclaimed on waivers and consequently reverted to injured reserve. As a result, Ulofoshio won't be able to play during the 2026 season unless he reaches an injury settlement with the Browns.

#62DT Elijah Chatman IRQuadriceps

Out for the season Updated Aug 31

The Browns reverted Chatman (quadriceps) to IR on Monday, per the NFL's transaction log.

Chatman hurt his quad in Cleveland's preseason finale and was subsequently waived/injured Sunday. He wasn't claimed on waivers, so he reverted to IR. That means Chatman will miss the entire 2026 season unless he reaches an injury settlement with the Browns.

#18TE Joe Royer OutPersonal

Estimated return Nov 15 Updated Aug 30

The Browns placed Royer (personal) on the reserve/non-football illness list Sunday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Royer has been designated to return to the team but will be required to miss at least the first four weeks of the regular season. The rookie fifth-rounder missed the entirety of the preseason due to a personal issue. It remains unclear when the tight end will be ready to return to football.

#91DE Alex Wright IRAchilles (right) · Surgery

Out for the season Updated Aug 23

The Browns placed Wright on injured reserve Sunday due to a ruptured Achilles, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

Wright picked up the injury during Thursday's joint practice with the Bills during a one-on-one drill with offensive tackle Spencer Brown. Follow-up tests revealed the extent of Wright's injury, which will sideline the 2022 third-rounder for the upcoming season. Isaiah McGuire is slated to start at defensive end opposite Jared Verse for the upcoming season, with the Browns adding depth to the position by signing Derek Barnett to a one-year contract.

#37CB Damarri Mathis IRUndisclosed

Out for the season Updated Aug 19

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#24S Daniel Thomas Cleared

Updated Nov 1

Thomas (ankle) is active against the Steelers on Sunday, Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site reports.

An ankle injury limited Thomas' practice reps during Week 8 prep, but the seventh-year pro was cleared by medical staff to play Sunday. He has seven tackles (four solo) across five regular-season games while serving mostly on special teams.

#51DT Mike Hall Jr. Cleared

Updated Oct 30

Hall (ankle) does not have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Steelers, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Hall missed Cleveland's pass three contests while dealing with an ankle injury. He logged a pair of limited practices to begin Week 8 prep before upgrading to full participation Friday, and he has been cleared to return Sunday. Hall likely will work in a rotational role at defensive tackle.

#33S Ronnie Hickman Cleared

Updated Oct 27

Hickman registered 10 tackles (six solo) and a fumble recovery during Sundays' 27-24 win over Tennessee.

Hickman and Quincy Williams co-led the Browns in tackles Sunday, with the former playing every defensive snap for the sixth time this season. Hickman's 10 tackles were his most of the season, and the fourth-year safety is up to 41 tackles (19 solo), including 1.0 sacks, two pass defenses (including one interception) and two fumble recoveries through seven regular-season contests.