OCTOBER 27 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM
DAVID NJOKU #85 - TIGHT END - CLEVELAND BROWNS
397 YDS •
49 REC •
4 TD
397 YDS
49 REC
4 TD
David Njoku's leaping TD catch wows broadcasters on National TE Day
OCTOBER 27 • YOUTUBE
Winston's first pass is straight to Njoku for 20-yard pickup | Ravens vs. Browns Oct. 27, 2024 Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston's first pass is straight to tight end David Njoku for a 20-yard pickup.
Earns 14 targets Njoku recorded 10 receptions on 14 targets for 76 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 21-14 loss to the Bengals.
Impact The Browns had three different quarterbacks in the game, but that didn't stop Njoku from drawing the second-most targets in a game for his career. The efficiency on that opportunity was understandably lacking, but Njoku did manage receptions of 15 and 13 yards while also finding the end zone on an eight-yard catch late in the game. He had been unproductive with Deshaun Watson (Achilles) under center, so Njoku could see a boost in his production moving forward -- particularly after the departure of Amari Cooper.
OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Earns 14 targets Njoku recorded 10 receptions on 14 targets for 76 yards and a touchdown in Sunday's 21-14 loss to the Bengals.
Impact The Browns had three different quarterbacks in the game, but that didn't stop Njoku from drawing the second-most targets in a game for his career. The efficiency on that opportunity was understandably lacking, but Njoku did manage receptions of 15 and 13 yards while also finding the end zone on an eight-yard catch late in the game. He had been unproductive with Deshaun Watson (Achilles) under center, so Njoku could see a boost in his production moving forward -- particularly after the departure of Amari Cooper.
OCTOBER 21 • ROTOWIRE
Jameis Winston's first TD pass as a Brown goes to Njoku for high-point grab | Bengals vs. Browns Oct. 20, 2024 Cleveland Browns quarterback Jameis Winston's first touchdown pass as a Brown goes to David Njoku for a high-point grab.
OCTOBER 20 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM
David Njoku: "Rolling with the punches" | Press Conferences TE David Njoku spoke to the media after practice today October 18th, 2024.
OCTOBER 18 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM
Role enhanced following trade Njoku is expected to be a target leader for the Browns after the team traded Amari Cooper to Buffalo on Tuesday, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.
Impact Cooper's departure reverberates through the wide receiver room, creating a new order on the depth chart, but don't sleep on the benefit that will accrue to Njoku. He led the Browns in targets and catches in Sunday's loss to the Eagles, his first full game of the season. In addition to Njoku's enhanced role, Jerry Jeudy steps up as the No. 1 receiver. Elijah Moore and Cedric Tillman will get more playing time, but the early read is that Njoku and Jeudy will be the primary beneficiaries of the trade.
OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE
Team-high five grabs in loss Njoku caught five of seven targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Eagles.
Impact The tight end led the Browns in catches and targets, but the volume didn't amount to much with quarterback Deshaun Watson still not showing much of an ability to stretch the field. Coach Kevin Stefanski is sticking with Watson under center, per Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer, which could at least give Njoku a solid PPR floor as long as he can stay healthy. He'll try to build on this effort in Week 7 against the Bengals.
OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
Team-high five grabs in loss Njoku caught five of seven targets for 31 yards in Sunday's 20-16 loss to the Eagles.
Impact The tight end led the Browns in catches and targets, but the volume didn't amount to much with quarterback Deshaun Watson still not showing much of an ability to stretch the field. Coach Kevin Stefanski is sticking with Watson under center, per Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer, which could at least give Njoku a solid PPR floor as long as he can stay healthy. He'll try to build on this effort in Week 7 against the Bengals.
OCTOBER 14 • ROTOWIRE
David Njoku showcases his power on 4th-down reception vs. Eagles | Browns vs. Eagles Oct. 13, 2024 A 4th-down fastball-like pass from Cleveland Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson leads to tight end David Njoku showcasing his soft hands and...
OCTOBER 13 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM
Suiting up against Eagles Njoku (knee/ankle) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Eagles, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Njoku will suit up despite being limited in both Thursday's and Friday's practices after missing practice Wednesday. He has yet to play a full game without leaving due to injury this season, limiting Njoku to five catches for 58 yards in 2024 after he posted 81 catches for 882 yards in the 2023 regular season.
OCTOBER 11 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to limited practice Njoku (knee/ankle) was limited at practice Thursday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Impact After not practicing Wednesday, Njoku is trending in the right right direction following his return to a limited session a day later. Friday's injury report is thus slated reveal whether the Browns' top tight end approaches Sunday's game against the Eagles with an injury designation.
OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
Back at practice Thursday Njoku (knee/ankle) is participating in Thursday's practice, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Njoku is back at practice Thursday after having been listed as 'DNP' on Wednesday's injury report due to knee and ankle issues. A high-ankle sprain kept the standout tight end sidelined Week 2 through Week 4, but he was able to return to the field during Cleveland's loss to Washington in Week 5. Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski has labeled Njoku day-to-day, so even if Njoku is only practicing in a limited capacity Thursday, that represents a notable step in the right direction. Friday's practice report will key to determining Njoku's chances of suiting up on the road at Philadelphia on Sunday.
OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
Ankle added to injury report Njoku was listed with both knee and ankle injuries on Wednesday's injury report. He did not participate.
Impact Njoku, who began the week of preparation with a knee injury sustained during Week 5's loss to the Commanders, had missed the previous three weeks due to an ankle, suggesting he may not have been 100 percent. He's day-to-day heading into a Week 6 road game in Philadelphia. If Njoku is unable to go, Jordan Akins and Geoff Swaim, newly added to the active roster from the practice squad, will see more activity.
OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE
DNP after being labeled DTD Coach Kevin Stefanski labeled Njoku (knee) "day-to-day" Wednesday, per Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com, and Njoku didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleve...
Impact Njoku's day-to-day label is encouraging, but he'll likely need to practice to some extent Thursday or Friday to have a realistic chance of avoiding a fourth absence in a five-game span Sunday against the Eagles. He returned from an ankle injury in Week 5 against the Commanders, but this new injury doesn't seem to be related to that one.
OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Not seen at practice Njoku (knee) doesn't appear to be practicing Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Impact He wasn't listed on the pre-practice injury report, but Njoku apparently isn't on the field for the portion of practice that's open to media. He returned from an ankle injury for Sunday's 34-13 loss to Washington, only to pick up a new injury (to his knee) and play just seven snaps in the second half. Browns coach Kevin Steafnski considered Njoku day-to-day, per Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com.
OCTOBER 9 • ROTOWIRE
Browns TE David Njoku, CB Denzel Ward to have MRIs Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku, who returned Sunday after missing three games with an ankle sprain, will have an MRI after injuring...
OCTOBER 7 • KANSASCITY.COM
Hurts knee in Week 5 loss Njoku suffered a knee injury during Sunday's 34-13 loss to the Commanders, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Impact Njoku finished the game with only one catch for 14 yards on three targets, while backup Jordan Akins caught a touchdown late in the lopsided loss. Njoku had missed Cleveland's previous three games due to a high-ankle sprain. It remains to be seen if Njoku's new injury will impact his availability for Week 6 against the Eagles.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Browns, Commanders Announce Inactives; David Njoku Status? The Cleveland Browns and Washington Commanders announced their inactives leading up to their matchup in Week 5.
OCTOBER 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
Active status confirmed Njoku (ankle) is active Week 5 against the Commanders.
Impact Njoku was able to log multiple limited practices this week, setting the stage for a return from a three-game absence. Assuming no limitations, Njoku will presumably retake the role of primary tight end from Jordan Akins, who had been filling in during his absence. Though it's a small sample size, the Commanders have been tough against tight ends this season, giving up the second fewest fantasy points per game in both standard and PPR formats.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Active status confirmed Njoku (ankle) is active Week 5 against the Commanders.
Impact Njoku was able to log multiple limited practices this week, setting the stage for a return from a three-game absence. Assuming no limitations, Njoku will presumably retake the role of primary tight end from Jordan Akins, who had been filling in during his absence. Though it's a small sample size, the Commanders have been tough against tight ends this season, giving up the second-fewest fantasy points per game in both standard and PPR formats.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
Injury roundup: Browns TE David Njoku (ankle) expected to play vs. Commanders Cleveland Browns tight end David Njoku (ankle) is expected to play versus the Washington Commanders, per NFL Network Insider Ian Rapoport. H...
OCTOBER 6 • NFL.COM
Fans in Disbelief Over Browns Star's Revealing Locker Room Outfit A barely clothed David Njoku talked to the media on Friday.
OCTOBER 6 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM
In line to play Sunday Njoku (ankle) is listed as questionable but is expected to play Sunday against the Commanders, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact Njoku missed the past three games due to a high-ankle sprain he suffered against Dallas in Week 1. He managed just two limited practices this week, though it's worth noting that his absence from Thursday's session was a scheduled day off. Because he isn't yet practicing fully and is coming off a three-game absence, Njoku could be subject to a more limited snap count than what he might usually handle. The Browns elevated tight end Geoff Swaim from the practice squad Saturday as insurance for Njoku.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
In line to play Sunday Njoku (ankle) is expected to suit up against Washington in Sunday's Week 5 contest, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.
Impact Njoku missed the past three games due to a high-ankle sprain he suffered against Dallas in Week 1. He logged an LP/DNP/LP practice progression this week, though it's worth noting that the DNP on Thursday was a scheduled day off. The Browns elevated tight end Geoff Swaim from the practice squad Saturday as insurance for Njoku, and Schefter notes that the latter could be "a bit more limited" in his return, which limits his fantasy upside to an extent.
OCTOBER 6 • ROTOWIRE
