The injured list hasn’t been short for the Cleveland Browns, as they’ve seen a plethora of valuable players appear on their injured list this week. Ethan Pocic Center has been designated for the returnrunning back Nick Chubb has missed practice all week, and five other starters missed practice yesterday for the Browns.
As they prepare for the return of Jarvis Landry and to face the New Orleans Saints, the Browns announced big news on four different entries. We’re delivering this news here as the Saints prepare to head to FirstEnergy Stadium on Christmas Eve.
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C Ethan Pocic will be activated
October 31, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns center Ethan Pocic (55) runs onto the field for player introductions before the game against the Cincinnati Bengals at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin – USA TODAY Sports
Fresh out of a Pro Bowl snub, center Ethan Pocic is expected to return to the starting lineup after missing four games. While slated to return to injured reserve, head coach Kevin Stefanski confirmed that it will be activated thus in time for the saints.
While the Browns’ running game has spat a bit, reclaiming their starting center will help them open up leading lanes against the Saints. Their defense is 23rd against the race in DVOAand as the weather drops, look for the Browns to put Pocic to good use right away.
Nick Chubb and Myles Garrett receive no injury designations
October 9, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb (24) signs autographs for fans after their loss to the Los Angeles Chargers at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Scott Galvin – USA TODAY Sports
As he rehabilitated his foot over the past two days, missing practice, running back Nick Chubb did not receive an injury designation. That means he’s ready to go on Christmas Eve, looking to bring good news of comfort and joy to the whole city of Cleveland.
Another star who missed training this week due to illness, Myles Garrett will also be set to leave after he was not given an injury plan. The Browns get their two best players from each side of football in this Week 16 game.
John Johnson III listed as doubtful
Sep 22, 2022; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Browns safety John Johnson III (43) walks off the field at halftime against the Pittsburgh Steelers at FirstEnergy Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Lon Horwedel – USA TODAY Sports
After leaving the game against the Ravens with a thigh injury forcing a fumble, safety John Johnson III also missed practice all week. He now receives a questionable designation this weekend against the Saints.
If Johnson III can’t go, expect Ronnie Harrison to replace the Browns in the third tier of their defense. As Harrison has struggled this season, the Browns would be in much better shape if Johnson III was ready to leave.
DE Jadeveon Clowney ruled out with concussion
Cleveland Browns defensive end Jadeveon Clowney (90) runs from the line of scrimmage during an NFL football game against the Arizona Cardinals on Sunday, October 19. 17, 2021, in Cleveland. (AP Photo/Kirk Irwin)
Defensive end Jadeveon Clowney left in the first half of the game against the Ravens with a concussion. Sitting all week while he works through concussion protocol, it’s no surprise to see Clowney ruled out in this game against the Saints.
A week ago, Alex Wright and Chase Winovich rotated by possession after Clowney went down. Expect Isaiah Thomas to be active in this game after also being knocked out last week.
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