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Cleveland Browns defensive end Olivier Vernon (54) sacks Philadelphia Eagles quarterback Carson Wentz (11) in the end zone for a safety during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Browns' defense thinned by virus, injuries to face Jaguars

By Tom Withers Nov. 27, 2020 03:34 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Olivier Vernon's dominating, three-sack performance last week

FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2019, file photo, Cleveland Browns defensive end Porter Gustin watches from the bench during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, Ariz. The Browns placed Gustin on the COVID-19 list, further weakening a group already without star Myles Garrett. (AP Photo/Rick Scuteri, File)
Browns place DE Gustin on COVID list, team hit hard by virus

By Tom Withers Nov. 26, 2020 04:19 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns didn't dodge COVID-19 on the holiday.

FILE - In this Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, file photo, Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (21) intercepts a pass intended for Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver Alshon Jeffery (17) during an NFL football game in Cleveland. Ward is expected to miss at least a few games with a calf injury sustained in Sunday's win over Philadelphia. Ward, who had an interception and several pass breakups, underwent an MRI on Monday, Nov. 23, 2020. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin, File)
Browns top cornerback Ward to miss time with strained calf

By Tom Withers Nov. 24, 2020 12:15 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns are down another defensive star.

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski watches during the first half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Browns gain strength, confidence in playing amid adversity

By Tom Withers Nov. 23, 2020 05:04 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Say this for the Cleveland Browns, version 2020: They're a

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) sacks Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Browns star Garrett to miss second game with COVID-19 virus

By Tom Withers Nov. 23, 2020 12:31 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Cleveland Browns not only managed without star Myles

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) signals a first down during the second half of an NFL football game against the Philadelphia Eagles, Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Browns step up without Garrett, down Eagles in steady rain

By Tom Withers Nov. 22, 2020 04:40 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Kareem Hunt lifted off just inside the 5-yard line, soared

Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Jack Conklin (78) plays against the Houston Texans during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Cleveland. The Cleveland Browns were forced to place three more players, including starting right tackle Jack Conklin and kicker Cody Parkey, on the COVID-19 list Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020, as they prepare for this week's home game against Philadelphia.(AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Browns activate Conklin, Parkey from COVID list to play

By Tom Withers Nov. 21, 2020 12:51 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns will have starting right tackle Jack Conklin and

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) sacks Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Big hit: Browns star Garrett on COVID list, out for Eagles

By Tom Withers Nov. 20, 2020 10:10 AM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Myles Garrett has been slowed down just when the Browns need

Cleveland Browns defensive back Ronnie Harrison (33) and linebacker Mack Wilson (51) tackle Houston Texans wide receiver Randall Cobb (18) during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Wentz, East-leading Eagles to face playoff-hungry Browns

By Tom Withers Nov. 19, 2020 05:18 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Before he ever soared — or, in the case of this season,

Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) sacks Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Garrett still away, Browns hopeful for sack leader's return

By Tom Withers Nov. 19, 2020 01:23 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — NFL sacks leader Myles Garrett remained isolated from his

Cleveland Browns long snapper Charley Hughlett (47) stands on the sideline against the Cincinnati Bengals during the first half of an NFL football game, Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020, in Cleveland. The Cleveland Browns were forced to place three more players, including starting right tackle Jack Conklin, kicker Cody Parkey, and longsnapper Charley Hughlett on the COVID-19 list Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2020, as they prepare for this week's home game against Philadelphia.(AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Browns place 3 more on COVID list, Garrett kept home "sick"

By Tom Withers Nov. 18, 2020 12:44 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Baker Mayfield joked about sending a care package to Myles

FILE - In this Nov. 15, 2020, file photo, Cleveland Browns running back Andy Janovich holds up a United States flag before an NFL football game against the Houston Texans in Cleveland. Janovich was placed on the COVID-list on Monday, Nov. 16, 2020, a day after he played in a win over the Texans. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
Browns place Janovich on COVID list after he played in game

By Tom Withers Nov. 16, 2020 05:28 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Browns fullback Andy Janovich was placed on the COVID-19 list

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) tosses the ball to running back Kareem Hunt (27) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
With Chubb, Hunt leading way, Browns cutting playoff path

By Tom Withers Nov. 16, 2020 03:23 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — The hurricane-like gusts, thunder, lightning, sheets of rain

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield, right, congratulates running back Nick Chubb, left, after Chubb rushed for a 9-yard touchdown during the second half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans, Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Chubb, Hunt rush Browns past Texans 10-7 in wild weather

By Tom Withers Nov. 15, 2020 04:45 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Nick Chubb stepped out of bounds and on the Texans' necks.

FILE - Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb runs with the ball in the first quarter of an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cleveland, in this Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020, file photo. Browns star running back Nick Chubb has been designated to return from injured reserve after missing four games with a sprained knee. Chubb got hurt in Cleveland's Oct. 4 win at Dallas. A Pro Bowler last season, Chubb rushed for 335 yards and four touchdowns in four games this season before getting hurt. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Browns activate RB Chubb after knee injury, will face Texans

By Tom Withers Nov. 14, 2020 01:27 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns can hand off the ball to Nick Chubb again.

File-This Sept. 17, 2020, file photo shows Cleveland Browns offensive tackle Chris Hubbard (74) blocking during an NFL football game against the Cincinnati Bengals in Cleveland. The Browns placed Hubbard on the COVID-19 list after shutting down their facility and delaying practice to do contact tracing, Friday, Nov. 13, 2020. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Browns place Hubbard on COVID list, game against Texans on

By Tom Withers Nov. 13, 2020 03:33 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — The Browns came back from their bye week healthier than they

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Jarvis Landry (80) catches the ball as Las Vegas Raiders free safety Lamarcus Joyner (29) defends during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Cleveland. The Raiders won 16-6. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Browns' Landry playing rest of season for injured friend OBJ

By Tom Withers Nov. 12, 2020 05:40 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Every day at practice, Jarvis Landry looks around the field

Houston Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson, center, is sacked by Jacksonville Jaguars defensive end Dawuane Smoot (94), linebacker Joe Schobert (47) and defensive tackle Taven Bryan (90) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Nov. 8, 2020, in Jacksonville, Fla. (AP Photo/Phelan M. Ebenhack)
Chubb's return against Texans boosts Browns for second half

By Tom Withers Nov. 12, 2020 04:29 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Nick Chubb spent the past five weeks watching, waiting,

Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Las Vegas Raiders, Sunday, Nov. 1, 2020, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Mayfield practices with Browns after stay on COVID-19 list

By Tom Withers Nov. 11, 2020 09:35 AM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Baker Mayfield's unexpectedly extended bye week is finally

Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. (13) catches a pass during warm-ups prior to an NFL game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, Sunday, Oct. 18, 2020, in Pittsburgh. The Steelers defeated the Browns 38-7. (Margaret Bowles via AP)
Browns' Beckham has surgery to repair torn knee ligament

By Tom Withers Nov. 10, 2020 05:48 PM EST
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. had