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Browns release DT Ben Stille after signing three, drafting one

The Browns have moved on from a defensive tackle after adding four thus far this offseason

The Cleveland Browns have made a concerted effort to bulk up the interior of their defensive line after fielding a putrid run defense a year ago. Adding four names to the roster at the position, including free agent Dalvin Tomlinson and third round pick Siaki Ika, one name has become the odd man out as the Browns have released one defensive tackle in the form of Ben Stille.

Stille was added off of the Miami Dolphins’ practice squad midseason as the Browns looked for answers up front. He appeared in six games for the Browns a year ago on a rotational basis.

Browns announce the re-signing of three depth players

The Browns have brought back three more of their own

The Cleveland Browns have added high-quality starters like defensive tackle Dalvin Tomlinson and safety Juan Thornhill this offseason. However, they have also added competitive depth pieces, including some of their own. And now, they have announced the re-signing of three more depth pieces as NFL free agency continues along closer to the 2023 NFL draft.

Bringing back three players who have all seen significant time on the field for the team, the Browns are looking to breed competition in training camp. None of the three retained will be guaranteed a roster spot but will compete for a spot on the final 53-man roster. Who were those three players?

Browns place exclusive rights tender on two depth pieces

Two players will return in 2023.

With a little over a week to go before free agency officially begins the Cleveland Browns have tendered two exclusive rights free agents. Both cornerback Thomas Graham and defensive tackle Ben Stille will be back in camp with the team this summer.

Thomas Graham played in a total of 37 snaps defensively with five tackles and a PFF coverage grade of 71.3. Ben Stille played a total of 84 snaps registering four quarterback pressures and receiving an overall grade of 62 from PFF.

Both players will have a shot at making the roster but likely are just camp bodies that showed some potential last year. We will see if they ultimately make the team or not.

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Jadeveon Clowney, Jack Conklin headline 7 inactives vs. Steelers

The Browns have announced their seven inactives

As the Cleveland Browns seek to end their disappointing 2022 campaign on a high note, with a chance to spoil the playoff dreams of the Pittsburgh Steelers, they have announced their seven inactives for this afternoon’s game. The elephant in the room here is defensive end, Jadeveon Clowney, as he was sent home and ruled out after lashing out at the Browns during an interview this week. Jack Conklin has also been listed as inactive after being ruled out with an ankle injury.

Here is the full list of inactives as the Browns look to end their season on a 5-2 run.

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Browns announce 7 inactives, Jaelon Darden set to debut vs. Commanders

The Browns have announced their seven inactives as Jaelon Darden is set to make his debut

As the Cleveland Browns and Washington Commanders get set to go to battle on New Year’s Day, the away team has a slight advantage on paper. As the two sides get set for their matchup on the field, however, both teams have announced their inactives for the day. The Browns have announced their seven inactives, but not listed is wide receiver, Jaelon Darden. He is set to make his debut in the brown and orange after being claimed off of waivers a month ago.

Here are the seven inactives who will not dress for the Browns as they look to capture their seventh win on the season.

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Browns snap count observations vs. Ravens: Deion Jones and Jordan Kunaszyk get auditions before free agency

We get snap counts after every game, so what stood from this game against the Ravens?

The Cleveland Browns got to watch football all day on Sunday without any anxiety after defeating the Baltimore Ravens on Saturday evening. Despite gobs of injuries, the Browns found success in all three phases of the game and found a way to advance to 6-8 on the season.

Like we do every week, we take a look at the snap count numbers to see what stands out.

As always, thanks to our friends over at The OBR for providing excellent visuals to accompany the snap count numbers. As the Browns get ready to take on the New Orleans Saints on Christmas Eve, what stood out from Saturday’s snap count numbers, and what may translate over the next three games?

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Browns sign former Nebraska DE

The Cleveland Browns have signed a former Nebraska defensive lineman

The Cleveland Browns have signed former Nebraska defensive lineman Ben Stille off the Miami Dolphins’ practice squad, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Stille played five seasons for the Cornhuskers, appearing in 53 total games. He recorded 149 total tackles, 30 tackles for loss, 14.5 sacks, seven passes defended, and a forced fumble. In 2021, Pro Football Focus named him a First-Team All-Big Ten selection.

Stille was not selected in the 2022 NFL Draft, but he was signed by the Dolphins as an undrafted free agent. This season, he appeared in one game for the Dolphins, which came on October 23 against the Pittsburgh Steelers. He played nine defensive snaps and had two combined tackles.

Below is a short photo gallery of Stille’s tenure with the Cornhuskers.

 

Browns sign DT Ben Stille off Dolphins practice squad

The Browns have signed defensive tackle Ben Stille off of the Miami Dolphins’ practice squad

As the Cleveland Browns continue to field the worst run defense in the NFL, they have made a change to their defensive tackle room. After a meltdown against the Miami Dolphins, the Browns have signed defensive tackle Ben Stille off of the Dolphins’ practice squad. This came after waiving defensive tackle Roderick Perry II yesterday.

Measuring in at 6-foot-4 and 300 pounds at the 2022 NFL Scouting Combine, Still ran a blazing 4.98 40-yard dash at that size. He tested with elite explosives as well, hitting 32 inches on his vertical jump and 9-foot-8 in his broad jump. Not a stiff athlete either, Stille ran a short shuttle in the 98th percentile historically and the 84th percentile in his three-cone. Stille went undrafted in the 2022 NFL Draft.

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Browns sign DT Ben Stille off of Dolphins practice squad

Miami loses an undrafted rookie.

Just days after the Miami Dolphins defeated the Cleveland Browns in a Week 10 matchup, the Browns exacted their revenge by snagging a player off of Miami’s practice squad.

According to ESPN’s Adam Schefter, Cleveland has signed defensive lineman Ben Stille to their active roster.

Stille joined the Dolphins as an undrafted rookie this offseason and made an impact in the preseason, battling with Benito Jones for a practice squad spot when the regular season came around.

With Miami losing Emmanuel Ogbah this past week, Stille could’ve been a candidate to fill the roster spot, but now, the Dolphins will need to fill a spot on the practice squad and on their 53.

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Dolphins add former Nebraska DE to active roster

The Miami Dolphins have elevated a former Nebraska DE to their active roster

The Miami Dolphins have elevated former Nebraska Cornhuskers defensive end Ben Stille to their active roster. Stille will be eligible to play on Sunday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers.

Stille joined Nebraska in 2016. He redshirted and worked with the scout team before seeing game action in 2017. Stille went on to play five seasons for the Cornhuskers, appearing in 53 total games. He recorded 149 total tackles, 30 tackles for loss, 14.5 sacks, seven passes defended, and a forced fumble. In 2021, Pro Football Focus named Stille as a First-Team All-Big Ten selection.

Stille was not selected in the 2022 NFL Draft. He signed with the Dolphins as an undrafted free agent.

Below is a short photo gallery of Stille’s career with Nebraska.