Tag: D’Ernest Johnson

Browns lose RB D’Ernest Johnson to Jaguars as he signs one-year deal

The Browns are down a running back

As NFL free agency continues along, the Cleveland Browns have lost their third-string running back. Signing a one-year deal with the Jacksonville Jaguars, D’Ernest Johnson departs Cleveland looking for a bigger role.

Johnson will always be remembered fondly for his Thursday Night Football showing against the Denver Broncos in 2021. With all of running backs Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt, as well as starting quarterback Baker Mayfield sidelined, Johnson carried the football 22 times for 146 yards and a touchdown in a Browns’ win. He went on to rush for another 100-yard game in Week 18 against the Bengals.

Best of luck to D’Ernest as he heads to Duval County.

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Jaguars reportedly sign RB D’Ernest Johnson to 1-year deal

The Jaguars reportedly added a veteran running back to their backfield on Wednesday.

Jacksonville Jaguars coach Doug Pederson guaranteed the team would add to its running back room during the 2023 offseason and that promised was fulfilled Wednesday with the addition of running back D’Ernest Johnson on a one-year deal, according to ESPN’s Adam Schefter.

Johnson, 27, began his career in rookie minicamp with the New Orleans Saints as an undrafted free agent in 2018, but didn’t stick with the team. After a stint with the Orlando Apollos of the Alliance of American Football, he signed with the Cleveland Browns in 2019.

In four seasons with the Browns, Johnson only had 141 carries but recorded 738 yards (5.2 yards per carry) and three touchdowns. He also added 229 receiving yards on 31 receptions.

In Jacksonville, Johnson joins a backfield led by Travis Etienne Jr., who had 1,125 rushing yards in his de facto rookie year in 2022.

Behind Etienne are JaMycal Hasty, who re-signed with the Jaguars earlier this month, and 2022 fifth-round pick Snoop Conner.

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One free agent at every position the Browns should target when market opens

The free agency floodgates are almost open. Who should the Browns have their eyes on?

The floodgates of free agency are about to burst as the legal tampering window is set to begin on Monday. For the Cleveland Browns, this means they have an opportunity to make a massive impact on their roster, specifically on the defensive side of the football. They have already been linked to recognizable names who will hit the market, but they have some needs on the other side of the ball as well.

As they look to get back in the playoffs in 2023 after two years off, who is one name per position the Browns could target in free agency to improve their roster?

1 pending free agent Chargers should target: AFC North Edition

Listing one free agent from the Steelers, Ravens, Browns and Bengals who could be a fit for the Chargers.

The Chargers won’t be as aggressive as they have been in recent years when it comes to signing free agents.

While they’re cash-strapped, general manager Tom Telesco will likely make some moves to have some spendings available to them so they can sign some low-cost players.

That said, I will list one pending free agent from each team in the NFL that could be a realistic target for L.A.

Next up is the AFC North.

Browns Injury Report: Ethan Pocic misses practice, joins Jack Conklin, Denzel Ward

Ethan Pocic joins the list of starters out of practice on Thursday

The Cleveland Browns have been without cornerback Denzel Ward and offensive tackle Jack Conklin all week after getting hurt in the 24-10 win against the Washington Commanders. Now as they look to close their season out on a high note against the Pittsburgh Steelers, another starting offensive lineman has joined the newly-extended Conklin on the sideline as center Ethan Pocic has missed Thursday’s practice with an illness.

All-in-all, six players missed practice while two were limited for the Browns on Thursday. Here is the full list of players who appeared on the injury report for the Browns as they prepare to take on the Steelers in this Week 18 showdown.

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Browns Injury Report: Denzel Ward, Jack Conklin miss practice during Steelers week

The Browns were without two starters in Wednesday’s practice.

The Cleveland Browns are coming off of a high after a second half beatdown against the Washington Commanders on Sunday. Sitting at 7-9 on the season, the Browns are looking to end the season on a two-game win streak and a 5-2 run after starting the season 3-7. As the Pittsburgh Steelers and an opportunity to play spoilers yet again approaches, the Browns were without two starters in cornerback Denzel Ward and offensive tackle Jack Conklin in Wednesday’s practice.

They were not the only players who missed practice for the Browns, however. Here is the full list of players who did not take the field during Wednesday’s practice as the Steelers approach.

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PFF lays out 3 trade ideas involving the Rams

Pro Football Focus suggested three trade ideas for the Rams, bringing in two players and shipping off one of their own

The NFL trade deadline is just a week away, and the Los Angeles Rams figure to be a team that’s very active. With needs at running back, edge rusher and along the offensive line, the Rams will be in the market for help at multiple positions.

They already missed out on Christian McCaffrey after offering the Panthers a hefty package of picks and Cam Akers, but Los Angeles will explore other options before next Tuesday’s deadline. Pro Football Focus laid out three potential trade scenarios for the Rams: two on offense and one on defense.

These are very realistic trades the Rams could make, and they wouldn’t force the team to mortgage their future by giving up several top 100 picks.

One player each NFL team could trade before the deadline, from Chase Claypool to Melvin Gordon

Ahead of the NFL trade deadline, here are some players who could be on the move, including Chase Claypool, Melvin Gordon and Elijah Moore.

The NFL’s trade deadline is fast approaching, and there have already been some players on the move. That includes the Carolina Panthers recently dealing running back Christian McCaffrey to the San Francisco 49ers and receiver Robbie Anderson to the Arizona Cardinals.

There are a number of contending teams that could be looking to shore up an area of weakness as they aim to make a postseason run. Not to mention, there are a number of struggling teams looking to sell some big-name players to acquire additional draft capital.

Ahead of the Nov. 1 deadline, let’s look at some other players who might be on the move, with one from every NFL team, as assembled by our NFL Wires staff.

John Johnson III and 4 others who could be dealt before the trade deadline

As the Browns sit at 2-5, they must begin to think about offloading talent to recoup lost draft picks.

After a loss to the Baltimore Ravens yesterday, the Cleveland Browns have dropped to 2-5 on the season. With backup quarterback Jacoby Brissett under center for four more games as well, there is no telling just how many wins they can stack up over the next month.

This is why the Browns have to consider recouping some of the draft picks they packaged away this summer when they mortgaged their future on a franchise quarterback. From underachievers who have packed it in, to expiring contracts, some players could be traded by the Browns before the trade deadline at 4 PM EST on November 1.

Contract numbers and dead money mentioned are being pulled from Over the Cap.

Could Rams call Browns on Kareem Hunt, D’Ernest Johnson after whiffing on Christian McCaffrey?

The Rams missed out on Christian McCaffrey. Could this lead to a call to the Browns on Kareem Hunt or D’Ernest Johnson?

A big-time trade went down last night as the tanking and rebuilding Carolina Panthers shipped off running back Christian McCaffrey to the San Francisco 49ers. With McCaffrey off the market, running back needy teams may now have no choice but to call the Cleveland Browns.

The Browns should do some calling of their own, but the other team in the McCaffrey sweepstakes was the Los Angeles Rams. Cam Akers has not panned out and the team looks poised to move him. After missing out on McCaffrey, this wide-zone-oriented team should have Andrew Berry on speed dial.

The Browns are operating the best running game in the NFL, and that is largely due to the success of their offensive line despite injuries, and superstar back Nick Chubb. After his running mate Kareem Hunt requested a trade this summer, it may finally make sense to move both him and D’Ernest Johnson.