Posted on Sep 11
Browns place four players on injured reserve, including starting safety Juan Thornhill
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The Cleveland Browns have placed four players, including starting safety Juan Thornhill, on injured reserve, leading to roster moves and adjustments ahead of their upcoming game against the Jacksonville Jaguars.
Why it matters: The injuries to key defensive players raise concerns about the team's depth and ability to maintain strong defensive performances. It also puts pressure on the coaching staff to find suitable replacements and adjust game plans accordingly.
- The Browns have placed safety Juan Thornhill, linebackers Mohamoud Diabate and Tony Fields II, and defensive tackle Maurice Hurst II on injured reserve.
- Diabate and Fields suffered hip and ankle injuries, respectively, during the season-opening loss to the Dallas Cowboys.
- Thornhill sustained a calf injury despite playing most defensive snaps in the game against the Cowboys.
What's new: To address the vacancies on the roster caused by the injured players, the Browns have made several signings and moves:
- Wide receiver David Bell, cornerback Mike Ford Jr., and defensive tackle Sam Kamara have been signed from the team's practice squad to fill open spots on the active roster.
- Linebacker Khaleke Hudson has been signed from the New Orleans Saints' practice squad.
- Defensive tackle Siaki Ika, tight end Geoff Swaim, and linebacker Luiji Vilain have been added to the Browns' practice squad.
Yes, but: The new signings and additions to the practice squad provide some reinforcement, but they may need time to adjust to the team's systems and develop chemistry with their teammates.
What to watch: The Browns will face the Jacksonville Jaguars in their next game, and the impact of the injured players' absence will be closely observed. It will be crucial to monitor how the defense performs without Thornhill and the two linebackers, as well as any strategic adjustments made by the coaching staff.
What's next: The team will continue to evaluate the progress of the injured players and their recovery timelines. Depending on their recovery progress, they may be eligible to return later in the season.
The bottom line: The injuries to key defensive players present challenges for the Browns, but with the signings and adjustments made, they aim to maintain a competitive defense and overcome the absence of Thornhill, Diabate, Fields, and Hurst. The upcoming games will test the team's depth and resilience.