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Cut by Lions McCrane was cut from the Lions' practice squad Monday.

Impact McCrane was signed to Detroit's practice squad in September to operate as an emergency option at kicker behind Jake Bates. McCrane last appeared in an NFL game in 2018 and he'll now look for his next opportunity elsewhere.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Gets new opportunity McCrane signed with the Lions' practice squad Wednesday.

Impact McCrane hasn't kicked in an NFL game since 2018 and has since bounced around multiple franchises as a member of the practice squad. Most recently though he was a member of the DC Defenders in the UFL. The addition of the Kansas State product comes after the Giants signed Greg Joseph from Detroit's practice squad to replace Graham Cano who is out with a hamstring injury.

SEPTEMBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with practice squad McCrane was signed to the Eagles' practice squad Saturday,

Impact McCrane was let go from the Eagles' practice squad Monday, but he rejoins the team just five days later. He has yet to play this season, and he will likely serve as an emergency replacement for Jake Elliott as the Eagles move into the playoffs.

JANUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Back with Philly's practice squad McCrane was signed to the Eagles' practice squad Saturday.

Impact There's no injury or illness afflicing Philadelphia's kicker, Jake Elliott, at the moment, so this move is likely insurance in the event something happens to him down the stretch. McCrane made five appearances between Arizona, Oakland and Pittsburgh during the 2018 season, but he hasn't see any NFL action since.

JANUARY 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Cut from practice squad The Eagles have cut McCrane from their practice squad.

Impact McCrane was let go in favor of adding running back depth to the Eagles' practice squad. The journeyman kicker last saw NFL action in the 2018 season when he converted eight of 12 field-goal attempts and nine extra-points.

DECEMBER 29, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Joins Philly's practice squad The Eagles signed McCrane to their practice squad Saturday.

Impact There's no injury or illness afflicting Philadelphia's kicker Jake Elliott at the moment, so this move is likely insurance in the event something happens to him down the stretch. McCrane made five appearances between Arizona, Oakland and Pittsburgh during the 2018 season, connecting on eight of 12 field-goal attempts and all nine point-after tries.

DECEMBER 26, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Cut by Arizona McCrane was released from the Cardinals' practice squad Tuesday.

Impact McCrane was added to the practice squad last week but will now return to free agency. The 27-year-old hasn't seen NFL action since 2018 when he appeared in five games with the Steelers, Raiders and Cardinals.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Waived by Browns McCrane was waived by the Browns on Tuesday, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports.

Impact McCrane's exit creates a roster spot for fellow kicker Chase McLaughlin, whom the Browns claimed off waivers Monday. Cody Parkey remains the favorite to open the 2021 season as Cleveland's kicker.

MAY 11, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

(Updated) Browns Add Kicker Chase McLaughlin and Waive Kicker Matthew McCrane Browns bringing in more competition at kicker.

MAY 11, 2021 • 247SPORTS.COM

Heads to Cleveland McCrane signed a reserve/future contract with the Browns on Monday, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

Impact McCrane hasn't played since the 2018 season when he suited up in five games for the Cardinals, Steelers and Raiders, connecting on eight of 12 field-goal attempts and all nine extra-point tries. Cody Parkey likely is the front runner for the starting kicker job in 2021.

JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Assumes kicking duties for now McCrane has been handling the kicking duties during practice with Cody Parkey (reserve/COVID-19) away from the team, Andrew Gribble of the Browns' official site reports.

Impact Cleveland head coach Kevin Stefanski said Parkey could return as soon as Saturday, but they must prepare for life without him Week 11 against Philadelphia. "We will just go out and do our deal, and Matt will be fine. Matt will do a great job for us if he has to play on Sunday," said Browns special teams coach Mike Priefer. McCrane hasn't kicked in a game since 2018, when he went 8-for-12 on field-goal attempts while playing for three different teams.

NOVEMBER 20, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Garrett still away, Browns hopeful for sack leader's return

NFL sacks leader Myles Garrett remained away from his Cleveland teammates for the second straight day, but the Browns expect him to return Friday and play this weekend against Phil...

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

On standby for Week 11 With Cody Parkey placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list, McCrane is the backup plan at placekicker for the Browns, Andrew Gribble of the Browns' official site reports.

Impact There's still time for Parkey to come off the list in time for Sunday's game against the Eagles, and a kicker may not need much practice time to be ready. In addition to Parkey, the Browns placed long snapper Charley Hughlett on the reserveCOVID-19 list, so there's a chance they will have a new kicker and long snapper or some form of disruption in the kicking operation.

NOVEMBER 19, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

Signs with Browns The Browns signed McCrane to the practice squad Tuesday.

Impact Austin Seibert was quickly cut after a whiff in Week 1, and Cody Parkey replaced him and was perfect in Week 2. McCrane is simply depth in case Parkey is hurt or hits a rough patch. However, McCrane hasn't played since 2018 when he made eight of 12 field goals over five games.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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