Browns lose another defender, CB Johnson added to COVID list
Already down several key players, the Browns said they will also be without cornerback Kevin Johnson Sunday as they try to end their playoff droughtJANUARY 2, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
DENZEL WARD #21 - CORNERBACK - CLEVELAND BROWNS
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Browns get to practice as 'weight' of Steelers game sinks in
The Cleveland Browns got to practice FridayJANUARY 1, 2021 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Kevin Stefanski discusses Myles Garrett, Denzel Ward in conference call: Transcript Kevin Stefanski answered questions from the media following Friday's Browns practice in Berea.
JANUARY 1, 2021 • CLEVELAND.COM
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Browns keep practice facility closed amid coronavirus concerns Cleveland continued to work remotely after Malcolm Smith and Denzel Ward were placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list.
JANUARY 1, 2021 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Denzel Ward placed on COVID/reserve list; what's next for Browns in hell week? Cleveland's top CB will miss Sunday's massive matchup with Steelers, though WRs Landry, Higgins, Peoples-Jones, Hodge will return.
DECEMBER 31, 2020 • THEATHLETIC.COM
Out Week 17 Ward (illness) will miss Sunday's game against the Steelers after having been placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
Impact Ward could also be in jeopardy of missing the wild-card round of the playoffs if the Browns do earn a postseason berth, given that he's tested positive for COVID-19 and cannot return for at least 10 days. Kevin Johnson could start at outside cornerback in Ward's stead.
DECEMBER 31, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Browns can cap 2020 turnaround with win over rival Steelers
The Browns can cap their turnaround season with a win over the SteelersDECEMBER 31, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Browns facing win-and-in scenario against rival Steelers
The Browns will make the playoffs for the first time since 2002 if they beat the Pittsburgh Steelers on SundayDECEMBER 31, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Browns lose CB Ward for Steelers game after positive test
The Browns are trying to shake free from COVID-19 to face the SteelersDECEMBER 31, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Browns inch closer to ending playoff absence with road win
The Browns are so close to ending their playoff droughtDECEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Records six stops Ward had six tackles in Sunday's 20-6 win over the Giants.
Impact Ward returned from a three-week absence due to a calf injury. The cornerback is having a Pro Bowl caliber season, leading the league with 15 passes defensed.
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Denzel Ward Postgame Press Conference vs. Giants | Cleveland Browns
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • YOUTUBE
Set for Week 15 return Ward (calf) is active for Sunday night's game against the Giants, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.
Impact Limited practice participation throughout the week hinted that Ward was trending towards his first game appearance since Nov. 22, but now it's confirmed that Cleveland will return its No. 1 cornerback to the lineup. The 2018 Pro Bowler has amassed a career-high 15 pass deflections over 10 appearances this season, surrendering four TD passes in coverage while notching a pair of interceptions.
DECEMBER 21, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Jones inactive, McCoy to start at QB for Giants vs. Browns
Giants quarterback Daniel Jones is officially out and Colt McCoy will start in his place for New York against the Cleveland BrownsDECEMBER 21, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Browns' Garrett still not all the way back after COVID
Myles Garrett still hasn’t completely recovered from being sacked by COVID-19DECEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Considered questionable Ward (calf) is questionable for Sunday's game versus the Giants, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.
Impact Ward logged a trio of limited practices this week, providing a chance for the third-year cornerback to return to game action for the first time since Week 11. Kevin Johnson has been filling in for Ward, but now he's questionable with a groin injury as well. If neither player is cleared, Tavierre Thomas is expected to start at left cornerback.
DECEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Giants' Kitchens downplays play-calling against Browns
Freddie Kitchens has been ready to take over the offensive play-calling from coordinator Jason Garrett since the New York Giants started this seasonDECEMBER 18, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
Feels ready to return Ward (calf) said he feels "great," and he will return to the field Sunday against the Giants barring any setbacks, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
Impact Ward, who missed the last three games, returned to practice this week. He ran full speed Thursday, executing all the cuts and maneuvers a cornerback needs. The third-year corner is on pace to have his best NFL season with a career-high 15 pass breakups, tied for fourth in the league.
DECEMBER 18, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
Browns Denzel Ward on Track to Return Against the Giants BEREA -- Cleveland Browns coach Kevin Stefanski was 'hopeful' last week that Pro Bowl cornerback Denzel Ward would be able to return to the...
DECEMBER 17, 2020 • 247SPORTS.COM
Ex-Browns coach to call plays for Giants against Cleveland
Freddie Kitchens was fired after one stormy season as Browns coachDECEMBER 17, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS
News & Notes: Browns monitoring Denzel Ward on ‘day by day’ basis as CB returns to practice The Browns secondary is closer to getting back one of its top players
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM
Back at practice Wednesday Ward (calf) returned to practice Wednesday, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.
Impact This marks Ward's first practice activity since the starting cornerback suffered a calf injury in Week 11. His level of participation in practice this week will dictate whether Ward's able to suit up Sunday against the Giants, but this is a step in the right direction regardless.
DECEMBER 16, 2020 • ROTOWIRE
