The Browns’ defense just got hit with a gut punch ahead of their Sunday showdown against the Titans. Cornerback Denzel Ward, a huge piece of that secondary, was limited in the team’s final practice before game day because of a hand injury. Now he’s officially listed as questionable for Sunday, which is definitely not what you want to see for a pivotal player this late in the week.
Denzel Ward’s Status Is Making Fans Sweat
This isn’t a minor bump or bruise. Ward being a “significant addition” to the injury report on Friday tells you everything. Head coach Todd Monken tried to ease the tension a bit, telling reporters that he’s “hopeful” Ward will be able to play. “Hopeful” is fine, but for a key player like Ward, you want certainty, not just hope, especially when it’s a hand injury for a defensive back. Losing him against the Titans would be a massive blow to their pass coverage and could force some serious adjustments on the fly.
The Rest of the Report: Who’s In, Who’s Out, Who’s a Game-Time Call
While Ward’s status is the biggest headline, there’s a mixed bag across the rest of the injury report. The good news is several players are good to go, shedding their injury designations: offensive tackle Tytus Howard, defensive tackle Maliek Collins, defensive tackle Mason Graham, center Elgron Jenkins, running back Quinshon Judkins, and linebacker Carson Schwesinger. That’s a solid group coming off the report.
However, Ward isn’t alone on the questionable list. Safety Grant Delpit is dealing with both a concussion and a shoulder issue, running back Dylan Sampson has a knee problem, and linebacker Quincy Williams is battling a neck injury. All three are also questionable for Sunday. Beyond that, the Browns have already ruled out defensive tackle Kalia Davis (quad), quarterback Dillon Gabriel (back), defensive tackle Mike Hall Jr. (ankle), and offensive lineman Teven Jenkins (back). That’s a lot of depth on the sidelines.
The Browns face the Titans this Sunday, and the big question mark hanging over the team is Ward’s availability. Coach Monken is hopeful, and so are the fans, but until Sunday morning, everyone’s holding their breath. Can they overcome these late-week injury woes and keep things rolling? We’re about to find out.
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Originally reported by Pro Football Talk.
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