Tyson Campbell, who was on the field for every single defensive snap in the Cleveland Browns’ Week 1 loss to Jacksonville, sat out Thursday’s practice with an ankle injury, leaving an already thin cornerback room staring down a serious challenge. He wasn’t even on the injury report Wednesday, so this news hits harder than a goal-line stand. Cleveland’s lack of depth at corner was already a concern, and now this. Yikes.
The Campbell Conundrum Just Got Real
Campbell, who also logged six special teams snaps in Week 1, was acquired from the Jaguars midway through last season to bolster that secondary. He’s a crucial piece, and his sudden absence from practice creates a massive hole. The team’s already navigating a tricky depth chart at cornerback, and losing a starter like Campbell, especially after he played 100 percent of defensive snaps, is a nightmare scenario as they prep for Sunday.
Injury Report Woes Before a Big Matchup
This cornerback problem isn’t the only headache for Cleveland’s coaching staff. They’ve got a few other key players dealing with various issues. Offensive tackle Dawand Jones, who had been limited with a head injury, did upgrade to full practice, which is some good news. However, offensive lineman Parker Brailsford (thumb), defensive tackle Maliek Collins (quad), and offensive lineman Elgton Jenkins (back) all remained limited. Guard Teven Jenkins (back) stayed out of practice completely. On the brighter side, receiver Jerry Jeudy (wrist) and guard Zion Johnson (knee) both remained full participants. Still, with Campbell’s ankle flaring up right before they face Baker Mayfield and the Buccaneers on Sunday, that secondary is going to be tested big time. It’s going to be a tough ask for that unit to step up and contain Mayfield’s passing attack without one of their top guys.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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