The Browns Are Without Three DTs and the Jets Game Just Got Real

Alright, the Cleveland Browns are heading into Week 5 on the road against the New York Jets with some serious headaches at defensive tackle. They’re missing two of their top guys this weekend, and with another still on injured reserve, the D-line is looking thin.

Browns’ DT Room Is Banged Up and Downright Thin

This isn’t just one or two guys feeling a little dinged up, it’s a full-blown situation. Mike Hall Jr. and Mason Graham are both ruled out, which is a huge blow. And let’s not forget Kalia Davis, who’s still stuck on injured reserve. That’s three defensive tackles off the board for a critical road game. To try and cover this gaping hole, the Browns are elevating two veteran defensive tackles from the practice squad: Sam Kamara and Chris Williams. You know they wouldn’t be doing this unless they absolutely had to.

Kamara and Williams: Who Steps Up When It Counts?

So, who are these guys getting thrown into the fire? Sam Kamara isn’t totally new to the scene, he’s actually appeared in 18 games for the Browns over the last four seasons. That’s some valuable experience, and the guy brings versatility, able to line up at both defensive tackle and defensive end. That kind of flexibility is going to be crucial with so many guys out. Then there’s Chris Williams, who just got added to the practice squad earlier this week specifically for this kind of emergency. The word is he struggles against the run, but he’s got some pass-rush juice, meaning he could definitely see reps on later passing downs. You can bet they’ll both be playing snaps alongside Maliek Collins, because, frankly, they don’t have a choice.

This situation puts a massive spotlight on the Browns’ defensive depth for their clash with the Jets. It’s going to be a real test of grit for Kamara and Williams, and every snap is going to matter. Let’s see how they rise to the occasion this Sunday.

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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.