DEMETRIC FELTON NEWS

Integrates at running back Felton has taken carries at running back the last two days of practice after spending most of training camp at wide receiver, Anthony Poisal of the Browns' official site reports.

Impact Out of necessity due to several wide receiver injuries, the Browns had Felton focused on running routes rather than running the ball. With the return of players from injury, the Browns can allocate more of Felton's time to the backfield. Cleveland's running game took on a new level of significance Thursday following the increase in Deshaun Watson's suspension from six to 11 games. The backs figure to be paramount in offensive game plans while the team adjusts to life without its No. 1 quarterback.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tops return spot on depth chart Felton is listed as the top returner for punts and kickoffs on the unofficial depth chart for Sunday's preseason game against the Eagles.

Impact Ja'Marcus Bradley handled both chores in last week's preseason opener against the Jaguars, and now it looks like Felton's turn to replace the injured Jakeem Grant (Achilles). He was the primary punt returner and the second kick returner behind Anthony Schwartz in 2021. Since Grant's injury, the Browns have used multiple returners in practice, including Felton, Bradley, Donovan Peoples-Jones and Ronnie Harrison.

AUGUST 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Demetric Felton Jr.: "I'm always learning" Demetric Felton Jr. addresses the media on August 15, 2022.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Browns place Grant on IR after he tore Achilles in practice

Browns return specialist Jakeem Grant Sr. was placed on injured reserve after tests confirmed he tore his left Achilles tendon during practice

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Ascends returner depth chart The injury to Jakeem Grant (ankle) means Felton moves to the top of depth chart for kickoff and punt returns, Zack Jackson of The Athletic reports.

Impact Felton is the first line, but D'Ernest Johnson, Anthony Schwartz, Ja'Marcus Bradley and Mike Harley could also be used in practice and preseason games. Felton's roster status has improved considerably since the start of camp. After the Browns drafted Jerome Ford, adding to an already crowded running back room, the hybrid back/receiver was on the bubble. Since then, injuries to several wide receivers gave Felton plenty of reps at receiver, and now Grant's injury opens an opportunity for him in the return game and seemingly secures a roster spot.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets reps in slot Felton has taken reps at slot receiver the first two days of camp, Anthony Poisal of the Browns' official site reports.

Impact Felton is part of a crowded running back room but has experience as a wideout. He's getting fill-in reps while David Bell (foot) is on the active/PUP list. Felton could see more reps with Anthony Schwartz sustaining a knee injury Thursday. Bell's injury is not considered serious, and the Browns will evaluate Schwartz, who left under his own power with a trainer Thursday.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Works with wideouts Wednesday Felton worked out with wide receivers Wednesday when the Browns kicked off camp without rookie wideout David Bell (foot), Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

Impact Felton is a hybrid running back/wide receiver, who doesn't have a clear path to consistent snaps at either position. As such, he could be a beneficiary of Bell's injury should it linger, although Anthony Schwartz ascends to third on the depth chart behind Amari Cooper and Donovan Peoples-Jones.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

What will Demetric Felton Jr. be for the Browns? Key questions for 2022 As Demetric Felton Jr. heads toward his second season with the Browns, his position group is still written in pencil.

JULY 18, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM

Running back D'Ernest Johnson, Browns agree to 1-year deal

Running back D’Ernest Johnson agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Cleveland Browns worth up to $2.43 million

JUNE 4, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Focus on RB in 2022 A Cleveland scout said Felton will focus on running back in 2022, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Impact Felton was dubbed a hybrid back when he was selected in the 2021 Draft, capable of playing running back or wide receiver, but he spent most of time in the receivers' room as a rookie. It's unclear what shape Felton's role will take in 2022. He was one of the Browns' primary returners last season, but Cleveland added Jakeem Grant for both punt and kick returns this offseason, and the selection of running back Jerome Ford in the fifth round adds to a crowded backfield.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Demetric Felton Jr. cherishes 'eye-opening' experiences in Alaska from NFL's USO Tour Felton toured several military bases and met service members and their families on the week-long tour

APRIL 25, 2022 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

USO Tour for NFLers includes ice fishing, moose sighting

When Kenny Moore was told the USO tour he signed up for was heading to Fairbanks, Alaska, he hesitated

APRIL 14, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Cleveland Browns Daily: Browns RB Demetric Felton joins Nathan Zegura Browns RB Demetric Felton sits down with Nathan Zegura to talk about his role in the annual NFL-USO tour to visit U.S. troops and their fami...

APRIL 1, 2022 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Demetric Felton Jr. to be a part of 'life-changing' NFL-USO annual tour Felton and two other NFL players will head to Alaska

MARCH 30, 2022 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Greg Newsome II, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, Demetric Felton picked for PFWA All-Rookie team Based on the early results, general manager Andrew Berry nailed his first two picks in the 2021draft. Cornerback Greg Newsome II, the No. 26...

JANUARY 25, 2022 • BROWNSZONE.COM

Demetric Felton makes lifelong memory for young fan ' Building the Browns Visit the home of rookie RB Demetric Felton, who reflects on a rookie season that saw him catch the team's first and last passing touchdowns...

JANUARY 25, 2022 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Scores in finale Felton had one carry for six yards and caught both of his targets for 18 yards, including a 10-yard touchdown catch, in Sunday's 21-16 win over the Bengals.

Impact Billed has hybrid back/wideout when drafted in the sixth round of the 2021 Draft out of UCLA, Felton finished the season with more catches (18) than rushing attempts (seven). He served primarily as a pass catcher when used on offense, but he played only 130 snaps (12.4 percent share) on that unit and was mostly used in the return game, both punts and kickoffs. He had a couple of muffs in Week 14, prompting the Browns to use others as the primary returner in each role. He's under contract for 2022, but there's little chance for him to move up the running back depth chart. Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt will return, while D'Ernest Johnson, who played well when the top two backs were injured, is a restricted free agent.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Watch Demetric Felton's 10-yard catch-and-run for a touchdown in the 4th quarter vs. the Bengals Demetric Felton had a 10-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter on Sunday vs. the Bengals.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM

Browns close season with 21-16 win over Burrow-less Bengals

Case Keenum got his second win filling in for Baker Mayfield as the Cleveland Browns ended their dismal season with a 21-16 win over the playoff-bound Cincinnati Bengals

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Demetric Felton surges upfield for 10-yard TD via screen pass Cleveland Browns running back Demetric Felton surges upfield for 10-yard TD via screen pass.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • NFL.COM

Demetric Felton surges upfield for 10-yard TD via screen pass Cleveland Browns running back Demetric Felton surges upfield for 10-yard TD via screen pass.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Invisible in Week 17 Felton played one snap on offense and 10 on special teams in Monday's 26-14 loss to Pittsburgh.

Impact Felton was barely seen Monday; after being the team's primary kick returner the last two weeks, he was replaced in that role by D'Ernest Johnson. The rookie's had an up-and-down season, but Felton could get more opportunities Week 18 against the Bengals. The Browns' playoff hopes were dashed Week 17 -- before the team took the field Monday -- and have nothing to gain next week. Additionally, head coach Kevin Stefanski told Zac Jackson of The Athletic that Nick Chubb got banged up Monday, though he stayed in the game. To preserve Chubb, Stefanski could roll with a duo of Felton and Johnson in Cleveland's final game of the season.

JANUARY 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Minimal use on offense Felton returned four kickoffs for 83 yards and played four snaps on offense in Week 16's 24-22 loss to the Packers on Saturday.

Impact Felton's playing time on offense took a hit with Jarvis Landry and Austin Hooper returning from the reserve/COVID-19 list, dropping him from a season-high 29 snaps against the Raiders in Week 15 to four against Green Bay. He did serve as the team's primary kick returner for a second straight game, however. He appears to have taken over the kick-return duties from fellow rookie Anthony Schwartz, who was active for the second consecutive game following a three-game absence due to a concussion.

DECEMBER 27, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Increased activity in loss Felton caught three of four targets for 16 yards and returned one kickoff for 24 yards in Monday's 16-14 loss to the Raiders.

Impact With Kareem Hunt (ankle), Austin Hooper and Jarvis Landry all on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Felton saw an uptick in targets and playing time. He was on the field for a season-high 29 offensive snaps (52 percent). The rookie has made a bigger impact as a return man this season, but he was removed as the primary punt returner Monday after muffing a couple of punts in last week's win over Baltimore. Donovan Peoples-Jones took over as the punt returner.

DECEMBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Muffs returns Felton did not play on offense and muffed two punt returns in Sunday's 24-22 win over Baltimore.

Impact Fortunately for the Browns, Felton recovered both muffs, but that was it for his day. JoJo Natson replaced him on punt returns the rest of the way. Following a drop in the Browns' previous game, Felton appears to be on shaky ground. While he did not play on offense, there was one significant development that could create an opportunity for him Week 15 against the Raiders. Fellow back Kareem Hunt sustained an ankle injury and could be unavailable next Sunday.

DECEMBER 13, 2021 • ROTOWIRE