Ward (calf) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's contest against the Titans.
Ward sustained an apparent calf injury in the second half of the game, and he'll now be sidelined for the stretch run. In his absence, Sam Webb and D'Angelo Ross stand to see an increase in workload at cornerback versus Tennessee.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Full participant Thursday
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Ward (hip) was a full participant in practice Thursday, Zac Jackson of The Athleticreports.
It is unclear if Ward's limited participation in practice Wednesday had anything to do with a hip injury from October, but it appears to be insignificant as the 28-year-old is clear of an injury designation heading into Friday. Ward has not missed a game this season and recorded 34 tackles (27 solo) and eight pass breakups, including an interception, heading into Week 14.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Dealing with hip issue again
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Ward was limited in Wednesday's practice because of a hip injury.
Ward managed with a hip issue during much of October, but it didn't cause him to miss any games. It's not clear if his current injury is a recurrence of that problem. Regardless, Ward may not be dealing with a major issue given his ability to log a limited practice to begin the week, though a full session by the end of Friday may be needed for the veteran cornerback to avoid an injury designation heading into the weekend.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Back to practice Thursday
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Ward (illness) was a full participant in Thursday's practice, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
Ward missed Wednesday's session with a migraine but appeared Thursday good to go. The starting cornerback should practice in full Friday as well and suit up for Sunday's game against the 49ers.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Dealing with migraine
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Ward (migraine) is not practicing Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Ward has appeared in all 11 of the Browns' games this season, recording 32 total tackles and eight passes defensed, including one interception. He likely needs to upgrade to at least limited practice Thursday or Friday in order to play in Sunday's matchup against the 49ers.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Five tackles in loss
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Ward recorded five total tackles (four solo) in Sunday's 32-13 loss to the Patriots.
Ward was able to match his season-high five stops that he recorded in Week 3 versus Green Bay. The cornerback has now compiled 25 total tackles (20 solo) and five passes defensed, including an interception, over eight contests this season.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Working through hip injury
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Ward was a limited participant in Wednesday's practice due to a hip injury, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Ward played every single defensive snap during the Browns' Week 5 loss to the Vikings, finishing with three tackles (two solo) and one pass defense. He appears to have picked up a hip injury in the process, but the veteran corner will likely play against the Steelers on Sunday unless he suffers a setback over the coming days. Ward has recorded 13 tackles (10 solo) and four pass defenses (including one interception) through the first five games of the regular season.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Ready to rock
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Ward (shoulder/toe) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Lions, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Ward upgraded from a DNP at Wednesday's practice to a full session Friday, suggesting he's moved past his injuries in time to face the Lions on Sunday. The Ohio State product has logged eight total tackles and two passes defended over Cleveland's first three games this season. He's expected to start opposite Greg Newsome as part of the Browns' top outside cornerback duo in Week 4.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Back for second half
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Ward (cramps) has returned to Sunday's game against the Ravens, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
Ward briefly left in the first half due to cramping, but the veteran corner has been cleared to return for the start of the third quarter. Jarrick Bernard-Converse will return to a rotational role at outside corner behind Ward and Greg Newsome.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Will suit up at Baltimore
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Ward (shoulder, Achilles) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Sunday's game against the Ravens, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.
Ward was limited by shoulder and Achilles issues during practice Wednesday and Thursday, but he practiced in full Friday and is on track to play in Week 2. He figures to spend a good chunk of his snaps trying to cover up Rashod Bateman and DeAndre Hopkins on the boundary Sunday.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Limited to open practice week
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Ward was a limited participant at practice Wednesday due to shoulder and Achilles issues, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
Ward has been dealing with the shoulder issue since mid-August, but the Achilles injury is a new concern. However, the veteran cornerback logged 96 percent of Cleveland's defensive snaps Week 1 versus Cincinnati and managed a limited practice session Wednesday, so he may be able to play through the issues. If he can't suit up Sunday against Baltimore, though, Cameron Mitchell may be pressed into a starting role.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Available for season opener
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Ward (shoulder) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Bengals, Mary Kay Cabot of the Cleveland Plan Dealer reports.
Ward was limited in practice Wednesday and Thursday by a shoulder injury sustained during training camp, but he practiced without limitations Friday and has been cleared to suit up Week 1. Cleveland's top cornerback can't afford any physical limitations Sunday against Ja'Marr Chase and the prolific Bengals passing attack.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Considered day-to-day
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Ward (shoulder) didn't practice Thursday and is considered day-to-day, Kelsey Russo of the Browns' official site reports.
Ward got hurt in practice Tuesday but avoided a serious injury, though he looks unlikely to suit up in Saturday's preseason finale against the Rams. He'll aim to recover in time for the Sept. 7 regular-season opener against the Bengals.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Avoids serious injury
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The shoulder injury Ward suffered during Tuesday's training camp practice is not believed to be serious, NFL reporter Jordan Schultz reports.
Ward left the practice field with training staff Tuesday with a shoulder injury, but after preliminary evaluations, Cleveland doesn't believe it will cause him to miss significant time. During whatever time he does miss, Chigozie Anusiem could be a contender for first-team reps at cornerback.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Injured in practice
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Ward suffered an apparent upper right arm or shoulder injury in Tuesday's practice, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.
Ward walked off the field with the training staff and headed indoors. Ward dealt with a shoulder injury toward the end of last season and missed Week 18. The Browns kick off the regular season in 19 days against the Bengals on Sept. 7.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Not playing at Baltimore
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Ward (shoulder) is out for Saturday's game against the Ravens, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Ward suffered a shoulder injury in Week 17 versus the Dolphins, and now he'll miss his first game of the season in Week 18 because of it. He ends his 2024 campaign with 49 tackles (41 solo) and 19 pass breakups, including two interceptions.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Won't return against Miami
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Ward (shoulder) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Dolphins, Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
Ward suffered a right shoulder injury in the first half of Sunday's contest, and it appears severe enough for him to return for the second half. Cameron Mitchell will step into the second outside corner spot opposite Martin Emerson due to Ward's injury.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Plays part in two INTs vs. Broncos
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Ward logged three tackles (one solo) and two pass defenses (including an interception) during Monday's 41-32 loss to the Broncos.
Ward was involved in both of Bo Nix's interceptions Monday. Ward got his hand out in front of a pass intended for Troy Franklin, and the deflected ball found its way into Greg Newsome's hands. Ward then picked off Nix early in the fourth quarter on a deep pass intended for Marvin Mims, which led to a five-yard touchdown pass from Jameis Winston to Nick Chubb nine plays later. Ward didn't log an interception over the Browns' first nine games of the regular season, but since the Week 10 bye he's tallied two interceptions (on four pass defenses) while accumulating 12 tackles (eight solo).
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Suiting up vs. Steelers
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Ward (ribs, ankle) does not carry an injury designation ahead of Thursday's game versus Pittsburgh, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.
Ward played through the rib and ankle injuries he suffered in Week 11 at New Orleans, and now it looks like he'll be good to go again for Week 12. He could be assigned to shadow alpha wideout George Pickens on Thursday.
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Browns' Denzel Ward: Returns to Week 11 game
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Ward (chest) has returned to Sunday's game against New Orleans, Dan Labbe of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
Ward exited in the second quarter and subsequently went to the locker room to be evaluated for a chest injury. However, he's since been able to get back into the game. As such, Ward should continue to log a substantial amount of snaps at cornerback.
