Emerson acknowledged to Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal that he has not played well to start the 2024 season. "Self-evaluation, I'm not playing the ball that I want to play right now," Emerson said.
Emerson emerged as a capable cornerback in 2023 and allowed one touchdown on 73 targets, per Pro Football Focus, but progress has not been linear in 2024. He's given up three touchdowns and allowed 16 catches on 25 targets through five games. That included a 41-yard touchdown against Washington last week just before halftime to give the Commanders a 24-3 lead. Things will not get easier in Week 6 for Emerson, who will be tasked with guarding Eagles wideouts A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith (concussion), both of whom logged full practices Wednesday and are expected to play following a bye week.
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Browns' Myles Garrett: Doesn't practice Wednesday
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Garrett (Achilles) didn't participate in Wednesday's practice, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
The 28-year-old defensive end has been playing through this Achilles issue for the last two weeks, so holding him out of Wednesday's practice is most likely precautionary. Garrett's participation Thursday and Friday will provide the best indication on whether the 2023 Defensive Player of the Year can continue playing through his Achilles injury in the Browns' Week 6 matchup against the Eagles.
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Browns' Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah: Absent from injury report
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Owusu-Koramoah (leg) was not listed on the Browns' injury report Wednesday, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports
Owusu-Koramoah left during the Browns' Week 5 loss to the Commanders due to cramping. That doesn't appear to be a lingering issue, as he was able to practice without restriction Wednesday. Owusu-Koramoah has registered 39 tackles (27 solo), including 1.0 sacks, two passes defended (one interception) and one forced fumble through the first five games of the regular season.
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Browns' Rodney McLeod: Avoids injury report
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McLeod (head) was left off Wednesday's injury report, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
McLeod suffered a face laceration in the Browns' Week 5 loss to the Commanders, but it appears he's already past the issue. Expect the Virginia product to continue serving as one of Cleveland's top reserve safeties now that he's recovered from his face laceration.
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Browns' Mohamoud Diabate: Designated to return
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Diabate (hip) was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday.
Diabate had missed Cleveland's last four contests after suffering a hip injury during the Browns' Week 1 loss to the Cowboys, but it appears he'll be returning to the field soon. Cleveland now has 21 days to activate Diabate to its active roster before he reverts to IR. Expect the 23-year-old to serve as a depth piece in the Browns' middle linebacker corps once he's fully past his hip issue.
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Browns' Maurice Hurst: Practice window opens
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Hurst (ankle) was designated to return from injured reserve Wednesday.
Hurst has missed the Browns' last four games after sustaining an ankle injury in the Cleveland's Week 1 loss to the Cowboys, but it appears he's nearing a return to the field. The Browns will now have 21 days to activate Hurst to their active roster before he reverts to IR. He's expected to serve as a rotational interior defensive lineman once he fully recovers from his ankle issue.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Not practicing Wednesday
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Ward (hamstring) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Ward picked up a hamstring issue during Sunday's game at Washington and was forced out early, and now his availability for Week 6 is in jeopardy. He'll likely have to practice on at least a limited basis Thursday or Friday to have any chance to play at Philadelphia.
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Browns' Grant Delpit: Concussion confirmed
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Delpit (concussion) did not practice Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Delpit suffered a concussion during Sunday's game at Washington, and now his status for Week 6 is up in the air. He'd probably need to return to practice in some capacity Thursday or Friday to have a chance to suit up Sunday.
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Sam Kamara: Gets let go
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Kamara was waived by the Browns on Tuesday.
Kamara played a rotational role on Cleveland's defensive line for four games this season, recording five combined tackles. His exit comes along with five other franchise departures Tuesday, including the waiving of Javion Cohen and Blake Whiteheart, along with three players cut from the practice squad.
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Browns' Za'Darius Smith: Gets to quarterback again
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Smith recorded three tackles (two solo) including 1.0 sacks during Sunday's 34-13 loss at Washington.
Smith's sack Sunday was his third of the season through five games. He's on pace for the fourth double-digit sack season of his career, and he has some IDP allure heading into a Week 6 matchup at Philadelphia.
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Browns' Winston Reid: Gets significant role Sunday
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Reid recorded eight tackles (four solo) and two passes defensed during Sunday's 34-13 loss at Washington.
After starter Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (undisclosed) left Sunday's contest early, Reid was thrust into the biggest role he's seen in his young career so far, and he filled in admirably. If both Owusu-Koramoah and Jordan Hicks (elbow) end up sitting out in Week 6, Reid would again be in line for an increased workload.
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Browns' Devin Bush: Tallies 10 tackles Sunday
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Bush recorded 10 tackles (eight solo) and a pass defensed during Sunday's 34-13 loss at Washington.
Bush logged a season-high 61 defensive snaps with Jordan Hicks (elbow) out in Week 5, and he led his team in tackles in turn. If either Hicks or Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah (undisclosed) is out for Week 6, Bush could have some IDP appeal.
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Browns' Michael Hall: Suspension over, roster exemption
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Hall's suspension was lifted Monday, but the Browns were granted a one-game roster exemption, giving the team a deadline of Monday, Oct. 14 to reinstate him to the active roster or otherwise release him, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
Hall opened the 2024 season with a five-game suspension, and now that the Browns have completed those five contests, he can return to the practice field. The team will have the ability to evaluate him at practice during the week and add him to the active roster before Sunday's matchup with the Eagles. The Browns took Hall in the second round of the 2024 NFL Draft after a successful collegiate career at Ohio State, and he'll now finally be able to make his professional debut.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Knocked out of Week 5 loss
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Ward was eventually ruled out of Week 5's loss to the Commanders after sustaining a hamstring injury during the third quarter, Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site reports.
Washington was up by four scores at the time of the injury, and it made little sense to put Ward back in. Since the end of training camp, Ward has dealt with a concussion and shoulder injury in addition to this most recent issue. Through five contests, he has eight tackles and nine passes defensed.
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Browns' Grant Delpit: Being evaluated
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Delpit (head) is being evaluated for a concussion Sunday against the Commanders, Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site reports.
Delpit will enter the league's concussion protocols if he did indeed suffer one. If not, he'll be eligible to return, although, with a lopsided score in Washington's favor late in the fourth quarter, it's possible Delpit doesn't return either way.
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Browns' Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah: Exits game early
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Owusu-Koramoah has left Sunday's game against the Commanders due to cramping, Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site reports.
Owusu-Koramoah was active in Week 5 before being sidelined, compiling five tackles, including two for a loss with 1.0 sacks. He also had an interception. His departure will likely lead to Khaleke Hudson seeing extra work at weakside linebacker.
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Browns' Ogbonnia Okoronkwo: Exits early
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Okoronkwo (illness) has left Sunday's game against the Commanders, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
Okoronkwo's exit will be a blow to the Browns' defensive line depth as they finish out Week 5 against the Commanders. While he's sidelined, Sam Kamara and Isaiah McGuire will likely see extra snaps on the edges.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Exits with injury
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Ward (hamstring) has left Sunday's game against the Commanders, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
Ward is questionable to return, although, with the Browns down more than four scores late in the third quarter, there may be little incentive to get him back on the field. Cameron Mitchell and Mike Ford will be likely candidates to finish out the game at corner.
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Browns' Rodney McLeod: Suffers face laceration Sunday
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McLeod is questionable to return to Sunday's game against the Commanders due to a face laceration, Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
McLeod recorded two tackles, including one for loss, and a pass defense before exiting the contest. If he's unable to return, D'Anthony Bell would be a candidate for increased defensive snaps.
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Browns' Alex Wright: Placed on IR
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The Browns placed Wright (triceps) on injured reserve Saturday, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
Wright will be out for the rest of the year due to a torn triceps. He'll undergo surgery and shift his focus into being healthy for the 2025 season. Wright will end his 2024 campaign with eight tackles (five solo), including 1.0 sacks.
