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FILE - Kansas City Chiefs safety Juan Thornhill reacts to the crowd as he comes onto the field for warmups before an NFL football game against the Denver Broncos, Sunday, Jan. 1, 2023 in Kansas City, Mo. The Cleveland Browns have reached agreement with former Kansas City Chiefs free agent safety Juan Thornhill, a person familiar with the negotiations told The Associated Press on Wednesday night, March 15, 2023. (AP Photo/Reed Hoffmann, File)
AP source: Browns, safety Thornhill agree to 3-year deal

By Tom Withers Mar. 15, 2023 07:28 PM EDT

FILE - Cleveland Browns safety John Johnson III (43) is shown during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans in Houston, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, in Houston. The Browns plan to release veteran safety John Johnson III, a person familiar with the team's intentions told the Associated Press on Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023. (AP Photo/Eric Gay, File)
Browns plan to release veteran safety John Johnson III

By Tom Withers Feb. 28, 2023 11:50 AM EST

Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney during the first half of an NFL football game against the Houston Texans in Houston, Dec. 4, 2022, in Houston. Clowney sustained a concussion in the team's 13-3 win over the Baltimore Ravens Saturday, Dec. 17 and has been placed in league protocols. Clowney, who is in his second season with the Browns, left in the first half to be evaluated for a head injury and didn't return. Coach Kevin Stefanski said Sunday that Clowney is being treated for a concussion. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)
Browns DE Clowney in concussion protocol, S Johnson hurt

By Tom Withers Dec. 18, 2022 02:04 PM EST

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson (4) calls a play at the line during the first half of an NFL football game between the Cleveland Browns and Houston Texans in Houston, Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022,. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Watson rusty in return but Browns get 27-14 win over Texans

By Kristie Rieken Dec. 04, 2022 04:42 PM EST

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski talks to quarterback Jacoby Brissett (7) during the first half of an NFL football game against the Miami Dolphins, Sunday, Nov. 13, 2022, in Miami Gardens, Fla. (AP Photo/Lynne Sladky)
Browns reeling, at loss to explain terrible trip to Miami

By Tom Withers Nov. 14, 2022 04:22 PM EST

Baltimore Ravens' Lamar Jackson (8) runs away from New York Giants' Nick Williams (93) during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in East Rutherford, N.J. (AP Photo/Seth Wenig)
Ravens, Browns have had struggles, but still contending

By Noah Trister Oct. 20, 2022 03:22 PM EDT

New England Patriots defensive tackle Daniel Ekuale holds his shoulder after injuring it while playing against the New England Patriots during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Oct. 16, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Brissett, Browns handed most lopsided loss of season by Pats

By Brian Dulik Oct. 16, 2022 07:04 PM EDT

Los Angeles Chargers quarterback Justin Herbert (10) throws against the Houston Texans during the first half of an NFL football game Sunday, Oct. 2, 2022, in Houston. (AP Photo/Eric Christian Smith)
Tall task: Browns have hands full with Chargers, Herbert

By Tom Withers Oct. 06, 2022 06:50 PM EDT

FILE - Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett (95) stands on the field during an NFL football game against the Pittsburgh Steelers, on Thursday, Sept. 22, 2022, in Cleveland. The Browns defensive star stayed home to rest and recover from multiple injuries suffered in a frightening car crash as his status for Cleveland's game on Sunday in Atlanta remains in doubt. Garrett was not at the team's facility Wednesday, Sept.28, 2022, two days after the All-Pro rolled over his Porsche in a single-car accident on a rural road near home. He suffered a sprained shoulder, strained biceps, cuts and bruises in the wreck. (AP Photo/David Richard, File)
Browns' Garrett rests from crash, status vs Falcons unclear

By Tom Withers Sep. 28, 2022 01:02 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (24) dives for a touchdown against the New York Jets during the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Sept. 18, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane)
Browns collapse in final minutes of 31-30 loss to Jets

By Tom Withers Sep. 18, 2022 07:54 PM EDT

FILE - Pittsburgh Steelers tight end Jesse James (81) plays against the Kansas City Chiefs in an NFL football game Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018, in Pittsburgh. The Cleveland Browns added depth at two key positions in advance of the season opener, signing offensive tackle Joe Haeg and tight end Jesse James, who both previously played for rival Pittsburgh. The Browns tweaked their roster Monday, Sept. 5, 2022, as they began preparing for Sunday's opener at Charlotte. (AP Photo/Don Wright, File)
Browns add depth, sign T Haeg, TE James as opener approaches

By Tom Withers Sep. 05, 2022 12:04 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson runs on the field during an NFL football practice at the team's training facility Wednesday, June 8, 2022, in Berea, Ohio. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Browns excuse Mayfield from camp, Watson situation expands

By Tom Withers Jun. 08, 2022 05:32 PM EDT

FILE - Cleveland Browns cornerback Troy Hill (23) plays against the Arizona Cardinals during the first half of an NFL football game on Oct. 17, 2021, in Cleveland. The Los Angeles Rams reacquired Hill on Saturday, April 30, 2022, sending a fifth-round pick in 2023 to the Browns in a trade for the versatile defensive back. (AP Photo/Ron Schwane, File)
LA Rams reacquire CB Troy Hill in trade with Cleveland

By Greg Beacham Apr. 30, 2022 02:49 PM EDT

Cleveland Browns linebacker Jacob Phillips celebrates sacking Cincinnati Bengals quarterback Brandon Allen during the first half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 9, 2022, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Nick Cammett)
Browns falter, fall way short of huge expectations, playoffs

By Tom Withers Jan. 10, 2022 05:54 PM EST

Pittsburgh Steelers outside linebacker T.J. Watt (90) sacks Cleveland Browns quarterback Baker Mayfield (6) during the first half an NFL football game, Monday, Jan. 3, 2022, in Pittsburgh. (AP Photo/Gene J. Puskar)
Roethlisberger, Steelers top Browns to stay in playoff mix

By Will Graves Jan. 03, 2022 11:51 PM EST

FILE - Cleveland Browns running back Kareem Hunt, center, walks off the field after an injury during the first half of an NFL football game against the Baltimore Ravens, Sunday, Dec. 12, 2021, in Cleveland. Hunt will likely miss Saturday's game against Las Vegas and could be out longer after injuring his ankle early in Cleveland's 24-22 win over Baltimore. (AP Photo/David Richard, file)
Browns RB Kareem Hunt won't make return against Steelers

Jan. 03, 2022 07:09 PM EST

Cleveland Browns' Baker Mayfield throws during the first half of an NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Matt Ludtke)
Steelers, Roethlisberger eyeing one last stand vs. Browns

By The Associated Press Dec. 30, 2021 02:19 PM EST

Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski watches warmups before the team's NFL football game against the Green Bay Packers on Saturday, Dec. 25, 2021, in Green Bay, Wis. (AP Photo/Aaron Gash)
Stefanski, Browns second-guessed, stung by close losses

By Tom Withers Dec. 27, 2021 04:46 PM EST

Las Vegas Raiders quarterback Derek Carr, top, is sacked by Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett, bottom, during the second half of an NFL football game, Monday, Dec. 20, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/David Richard)
Browns have Mayfield, Garrett available for Packers game

Dec. 25, 2021 03:17 PM EST

Green Bay Packers wide receiver Allen Lazard (13) reaches but is unable to hold on to a pass attempt in the end zone in front of Baltimore Ravens defensive back Kevon Seymour in the second half of an NFL football game, Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021, in Baltimore. (AP Photo/Julio Cortez)
Browns seek to boost playoff hopes while visiting Green Bay

By The Associated Press Dec. 23, 2021 02:02 PM EST