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Nick Chubb is simply incredible

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The Cleveland Browns running back is currently outpacing 25 teams in one particular area.

Nick Chubb is the best running back in football, but that is not news. The Cleveland Browns running back’s 459 rushing yards this season is second in the NFL currently, but that is only part of the story. Chubb has 15 runs of 10 or more yards this season which is more than 25 other teams.

Cleveland is a run heavy offense which also gives a sizable amount of touches to Kareem Hunt, also known as the best second running back of any team in football. Add in that the team is currently quarterbacked by the serviceable Jacoby Brissett while they wait for Deshaun Watson to return from suspension it only makes this more impressive. Nick Chubb being productive on game day is simply inevitable and there is no stopping him. Opposing teams just hope to slow him down somehow and most of the time that really does not do all that much.

Browns – Chargers final injury report

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This is the final injury report prior to Sunday’s contest between the Cleveland Browns and Los Angeles Chargers.

There is a little bit of clarity in regards to who is and who is not available for Sunday. It appears that the Browns will have the services of Myles Garrett with the potential that his two defensive line mates (Jadeveon Clowney, Taven Bryan) could also make their return to the starting lineup. Clowney did make his return to practice and it certainly appears that he should be available. Los Angeles will be without Keenan Allen which will give Cleveland one less target in the passing game to worry about.

The Chargers are favored going into this game and that is not much of a surprise. Justin Herbert has been locked in to start the season and the Browns defense has not been strong. One thing the Browns learned in their loss to Atlanta is that a talent gap can close leading to the team that is favored coming up short. Like Cleveland, Los Angeles is 2-2 on the year and they are far from a healthy bunch. If they were just missing Allen it would be one thing, but it is Allen, Rashawn Slater, and Joey Bosa. Perhaps that could be just enough to tip the scales in the Browns favor once the game actually begins.

Jadeveon Clowney returns to practice

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The Cleveland Browns defensive end has returned to practice ahead of Sunday’s game against Los Angeles.

Jadeveon Clowney could be making his return to the Cleveland Browns defense this weekend. The former number one overall pick has returned to practice and that is a good sign for a defensive unit that has struggled. Clowney said earlier this week that he hopes to play Sunday and it appears that he is trending in that direction.

Jadeveon Clowney is the latest member of the Browns defensive front to return to practice as Myles Garrett came back earlier this week. Having both back will be a big boost to Cleveland’s defense as they are set to take on the high powered Chargers on Sunday. Disrupting the rhythm of Justin Herbert is priority number one and Cleveland’s pass rushing duo are more than capable of doing just that.

Thursday Night Football sucked last night

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Last night’s game between the Denver Broncos and the Indianapolis Colts was terrible.

It was not too long ago that a primetime game featuring Russell Wilson and Matt Ryan would have been must see TV. Unfortunately it is 2022 and what we got on Thursday Night Football last night was abysmal. If you were one of many (including myself) who sat through last night’s field goal contest, disappointment in the product that was broadcast was an overwhelming feeling. Well that, and shame for sitting through it.

Wilson and Ryan were unable to find the end zone as all 21 points in the contest came courtesy of field goals. A combined 10 sacks and four interceptions between the two quarterbacks highlighted the disappointing night. Ryan also fumbled twice while Wilson fumbled once, just the cherry on top of terrible outings for both. Wilson did manage to do his best Baker Mayfield impression at the end of the contest, becoming a common talking point about his future in Denver.

This was the type of Thursday Night Football contest one would expect from a team like the Cleveland Browns or Detroit Lions not too long ago. A 12-9 final score in an NFL game in 2022 is simply embarrassing. The good news is that next week’s Thursday Night Football contest is between Washington and Chicago. Did I say good, I’m sorry, I meant cannot possibly be worse right, right? It is not like this is a high bar to climb over. In fact, it is so low a baby can crawl over it. Let’s hope that they can at least score one touchdown, that is not too much to ask is it?

Jadeveon Clowney hopes to play Sunday

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The Cleveland Browns defensive end is still hoping to play this weekend against Los Angeles.

Jadeveon Clowney has missed the past two games with an ankle injury and his absence was felt in the loss to Atlanta. As this week’s game approaches the former number one overall pick is still not present during the open portion of practice.

Even though Clowney did not participate during the open portion he still has hopes to play against the Chargers.

The Browns defense are going to need Jadeveon Clowney in addition to Myles Garrett if they are going to have any chance of slowing down the Chargers offense. Justin Herbert currently leads the NFL in passing and being sacked only four times has played a factor. It will be up to Cleveland’s defensive front to pressure Herbert and disrupt his rhythm. Having Clowney and Garrett will go a long way towards accomplishing just that.

Landon Collins returns to Giants

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The New York Giants are bringing back a familiar face to their defense.

Landon Collins is returning to the New York Giants. Collins informed Josina Anderson of the signing and will join his new/old team in London.

The veteran safety spent the first four seasons of his career with New York, earning All-Pro honors in 2016 and was a three-time Pro-Bowler from 2016-2018. After his time with the Giants came to an end Landon Collins spent three seasons in Washington with mixed results. Washington released Collins after playing half of his six-year contract he signed in 2019. Perhaps returning to the surprising 3-1 Giants could be just what Collins needs at this point in his career.

Browns bring back Pharaoh Brown

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The Cleveland Browns have brought back former tight end Pharaoh Brown after his release from the Houston Texans.

The Cleveland Browns have added some depth to their roster by bringing back former tight end Pharaoh Brown. Brown was released by the Houston Texans Tuesday.

Cleveland is currently down a tight end due to Jesse James landing on injured reserve. Considering Miller Forristall is someone who travels between practice squad and active roster, adding another tight end to the mix is a no-brainer. Even if Brown does not even play this week or appear in a Browns uniform it is good to have depth in case of emergency. Cleveland found out the hard way this past week on the defensive side of the ball and would not want to find themselves in a similar position offensively against the Chargers on Sunday.

Pharaoh Brown appeared in three games for Houston this season, catching seven of 10 targets for 72 yards and three first downs. Brown last played for Cleveland in 2019, finishing with two receptions for 27 yards in nine games.

Myles Garrett returns to practice

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A little over a week after a serious car accident Cleveland Browns defensive end Myles Garrett returned to practice Wednesday.

To say that Garrett was ready for practice is an understatement. It was clear throughout last week that Garrett was doing everything he could to play but it was not in his best interest at the time.

Should Myles Garrett be able to play on Sunday it would be a welcome return for the Browns defense. Cleveland is taking on the Los Angeles Chargers and pressuring Justin Herbert will be crucial if they are going to rebound from their loss to the Atlanta Falcons last week.

Greedy Williams expected to return today

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The Cleveland Browns cornerback is eligible to return from injured reserve.

Greedy Williams was placed on injured reserve after suffering an injury in Week 1. Now that four weeks have passed he is not eligible to be activated and return to practice.

This would be a welcome return for Cleveland’s defense. The unit has been a disappointment this season as they were expected to carry a good part of the load early in the season while the team waits for Deshaun Watson to return from suspension. The Browns defensive backfield has been underwhelming so far this season and needs all the help they can get. While the overall numbers do not look bad, it is when plays are made by the opponent. Add this to the weekly coverage busts and it is clear that their defense has not lived up to expectations.

The Browns are about to embark on a tough stretch of opponents which features Justin Herbert, Lamar Jackson, and Joe Burrow going into the bye week. While Greedy Williams may not be a shutdown corner he will still boost the talent level of the defense. Seeing improvements in the secondary is an absolute must and the return of Williams should help in that area.

UPDATE

The team has designated Greedy Williams to return from injured reserve.