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LB Tony Fields II exits vs. Cowboys with injury

the injuries kept rolling in.

According to Camryn Justice, Cleveland Browns linebacker Tony Fields II suffered an injury in the fourth quarter of Week 1’s game against the Dallas Cowboys and went into the medical tent.

Fields was injured on 1st and 10 with 13:15 remaining in the fourth quarter when he tackled Cowboys running back Ezekiel Elliott on a three-yard rush. Dallas went on to add another field goal later in that drive, extending their lead to 33-10 in Cleveland. He was later officially ruled out with an ankle injury, per Justice.

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Teammate linebacker Mohamoud Diabate left the game and did not return due to a hip injury, so the Browns’ linebacker and special teams depth will be tested in the coming weeks if the two cannot suit up.

Not much has gone right for the Browns in Week 1, as they have struggled to sustain anything on either side of the ball. Tight end David Njoku also left the game earlier with an ankle injury and was listed as questionable to return.

In 2023, Fields saw 234 defensive snaps as a depth linebacker, along with 341 special teams snaps.

LB Tony Fields II seen in walking boot at Browns training camp

Fields will likely be sidelined for awhile

Training camp continued for the Cleveland Browns on Thursday with their first fully padded practice at The Greenbrier in West Virginia. During Thursday’s practice, young linebacker Tony Fields II was seen on the side in a walking boot.

Fields has been with the team since 2021, when he was selected in the fifth round of that year’s draft. He has struggled with injuries at times since being with the Browns and could be on the outside looking in when roster cuts happen at the end of the preseason.

He needed a strong camp to make the roster, and missing time will not help his case to stay on the 53-man roster. Over his time in Cleveland, he has played a total of 501 snaps and been a key part of special teams.

With Fields out that will give Nathaniel Watson and Mohamoud Diabate a chance to step up and try to secure roster spots for themselves.

PFF’s 10 highest-graded Browns’ defensive players vs. Bengals

The backup defense struggled to finish the regular season

Just like they did for the offense Kevin Stefanski and the Cleveland Browns rested most of their significant contributors in the season finale against the Bengals. It was not a good start in Cincinnati as the Bengals scored 24 points in the first half and took a commanding 24-0 lead into the break. They played better in the second half as the Bengals also started to pull their starters.

Young safety D’Anthony Bell continued his strong season with his second interception and he played well for most of the day in both facets of the game. Vincent Gray who was elevated from the practice squad for the game had a great day in coverage and made a couple of impressive plays.

Sam Kamara showed his versatility by playing both inside and outside with consistent success. Rookie Isaiah McGuire might have had the best day as he registered five quarterback pressures and two sacks on the day. Here are the Top 10 performances for the defense according to PFF.

Browns LB Tony Fields II exits vs. Seahawks

Browns linebacker Tony Fields II leaves Seahawks game with an injury.

Cleveland Browns linebacker Tony Fields II exited the game against the Seattle Seahawks during the second quarter. The third-year linebacker was injured during the punt return as he was near the tackle pile. Fields is a special teams ace and the primary backup to the starting linebackers. In last week’s thrilling victory over the Colts, Fields recovered a fumble in the end zone to help spark the win.

Fields is a talented backup with a nose for the football. Hopefully, Fields returns against the Seahawks. The Browns are down 14-17 against the Seahawks and need all the help they can get.

There has been no update on what Fields II exited the field with.

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5 studs from preseason finale loss vs. Chiefs

Five Cleveland Browns players who stood out in their final preseason game against the Chiefs.

The Cleveland Browns lost to the Kansas City Chiefs in a nail-biter on Saturday during their preseason finale. The players showed a lot of heart, many of them going into their final game as a member of the Browns as the team continues to work through their roster construction and cutdowns.

While the team outcome was less than ideal, here are the top five studs in the battle against the Chiefs in this 33-32 loss. I decided to leave off duds this week due to the nature of cutdowns set to be finalized on Tuesday, August 28.

4 Downs: What to digest the preseason finale vs. Chiefs

And we bring our preseason finale edition of 4 Downs!

The preseason has come to a close as the Cleveland Browns wrapped up their offseason with a loss to the Kansas City Chiefs. By a score of 33-32, the Browns got a long look at the bottom of their roster one last time before being forced to cut their roster down from 90 to 53. We saw quarterback Deshaun Watson for three series in this game, and we saw a lot of depth linebacker Tony Fields II throughout this one.

Watson finished the game 5-of-10 for 92 yards with a beautiful touchdown pass to tight end David Njoku. He was credited with two fumbles, but those were on the exchange with running back Jordan Wilkins. John Kelly Jr. led the Browns in rushing with 20 yards on six carries, while Amari Cooper led in receiving with one catch of 53 yards.

As the Browns now get ready for the Cincinnati Bengals at home in two weeks, what can we take away from this loss to the Chiefs?

Injury Alert: Tony Fields II exits game vs. Chiefs with potential concussion

Browns LB Tony Fields II exits preseason game against the Kansas City Chiefs for a concussion evaluation.

Linebacker Tony Fields II exited the preseason finale against the Kansas City Chiefs at the end of the second quarter. The veteran linebacker is being evaluated for a concussion. Fields II was seen walking from the medical tent into the locker room for the Cleveland Browns. 

Fields II is entering his third season with the Browns. After being drafted in the fifth round in 2021, the young player has grown into a solid contributor on defense and special teams. Fields II has received rave reviews from coaches so far during the offseason. A sign that his role on the team could expand. It is highly doubtful that this injury will impact Tony Fields II’s roster status. Hopefully, the third-year linebacker will pass the concussion protocol.

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PFF’s 10 highest-graded Browns defenders vs. the Eagles

Who topped the Browns list of top defenders on Thursday?

The defense of the Cleveland Browns had an impressive start to Thursday’s against the Philadelphia Eagles. They started the game by forcing an early safety to get Cleveland on the board first. Rookie undrafted free agent linebacker Mohamoud Diabate continued to show that he can be a nice depth piece for the team. He played fast diagnosing the play in front of him quickly and exploding to the ball to make a play.

Before exiting early with an injury, one he has been cleared of, Ronnie Hickman made another interception as he fights for a roster spot. The Browns also debuted new defensive tackle Shelby Harris as he works to get up to speed.

Here are PFF’s best Browns defensive players from their third preseason game against the Eagles.

One takeaway from each position thus far through training camp

The Browns are through the first two weeks of training camp. What is one takeaway we can gather from each position group?

We have reached the midway point of training camp for the Cleveland Browns as they have played through preseason games against both the Washington Commanders and the New York Jets. We have seen a glimpse of Deshaun Watson and the first-team offense, but for the most part, the rookies and end-of-the-roster players have had the opportunity to make their impact on the field.

Through these first three weeks of training camp, what is one takeaway per position group that can be pulled as the Browns look to get back into the playoffs after a two-year hiatus?

Podcast: Recapping the Browns’ biggest winners and losers from Canton

Which players saw their stock change the most on Thursday

There were a lot of young players that got the chance to prove themselves in Thursday night’s Pro Football Hall of Fame Game. The Cleveland Browns didn’t play any major stars but there was plenty to like especially from this year’s rookie class. Dorian Thompson-Robinson was electric while tackle Dawand Jones played the entire game and did so at a high level.

Cedric Tillman showed his toughness and physicality while defensive tackle Siaki Ika showed he can develop into a decent run defender someday. Those weren’t the only players to play well while others struggled you can click here to watch this episode as the winners and losers are all broken down.

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