The Cleveland Browns traded Greg Newsome II to the Jacksonville Jaguars in exchange for Tyson Campbell and a 2026 7th-round pick, with both players being cornerbacks with notable NFL experience.
The Cleveland Browns have placed cornerback Greg Newsome II on injured reserve due to a hamstring injury and waived wide receiver Kadarius Toney. The team has also made several roster moves, including signing wide receivers Kaden Davis and Jaelen Gill, kicker Riley Patterson, and tackle Julian Pearl to the practice squad, while releasing defensive tackle Michael Dwumfour.
Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens was involved in a post-game scuffle with Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II after a failed Hail Mary attempt in a 24-18 loss. Pickens, who has a history of on-field altercations, was restrained by stadium staff as tensions flared. Despite no penalties being enforced during the game, Pickens may face disciplinary action from the NFL. Newsome later criticized Pickens on social media, calling him a "fake tough guy."
During the Browns' second OTA practice, Deshaun Watson did not throw as part of his rehab plan, focusing instead on mental reps. Observations included Greg Newsome II's improvements, Za’Darius Smith's return and new haircut, and the first sighting of Jerry Jeudy.
Cleveland Browns GM Andrew Berry has confirmed that he has no plans to trade cornerback Greg Newsome II or any of the team's three starting-caliber offensive tackles, despite ongoing rumors. Berry reiterated his intention to keep Newsome, and stated that there have been no changes to this plan.
The Cleveland Browns held their fourth practice of training camp, featuring a competitive 7-on-7 goal line period and 11-on-11 drills. Myles Garrett addressed questions about his leadership, while Greg Newsome II discussed the fresh start represented by his jersey number change.
The Cleveland Cavaliers drafted Emoni Bates out of Eastern Michigan with the 49th overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft. Bates, a former high five-star recruit, expressed his gratitude to the franchise on Twitter and promised to work hard. Cavs shooting guard Donovan Mitchell and Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II also welcomed Bates to Cleveland on social media. Bates averaged 19.2 points and 5.8 rebounds while shooting 40% from the field during his sophomore season at Eastern Michigan.
The Cleveland Browns are hosting their second day of mandatory minicamp, with Deshaun Watson looking sharp on Day 1. Amari Cooper continues to progress from his injury, while Myles Garrett and Kevin Stefanski addressed the recent robbery of Greg Newsome II and Perrion Winfrey. Follow live updates from Mary Kay Cabot, Dan Labbe, Ashley Bastock, and Irie Harris on Twitter.
Two Cleveland Browns players, Perrion Winfrey and Greg Newsome II, were robbed at gunpoint by a group of six masked men outside a nightclub in Cleveland. The thieves stole jewelry and Newsome’s truck before fleeing in the cornerback’s vehicle. The players are safe, and the incident is under investigation by Cleveland police. The Browns head coach, Kevin Stefanski, expressed relief that the players were unharmed, while teammate Myles Garrett offered support and assistance. This is the latest in a series of off-field incidents involving Browns players this offseason.
Two Cleveland Browns players, Greg Newsome II and Perrion Winfrey, were reportedly robbed at gunpoint by six masked men in a parking lot after leaving a club early Monday morning. The suspects stole jewelry and Newsome's truck. The team's coach, Kevin Stefanski, confirmed an active police investigation and expressed relief that the players were unharmed. Defensive end Myles Garrett also expressed relief that his teammates were safe.
Cleveland Browns players Greg Newsome II and Perrion Winfrey were robbed at gunpoint by six masked men after leaving a nightclub early Monday morning. The robbers made off with jewelry and Newsome's truck. No one was injured in the incident. The Browns are currently hosting their mandatory minicamp this week, and head coach Kevin Stefanski has spoken with the Cleveland Police Department's chief regarding the ongoing investigations.
The Cleveland Browns' offseason program has begun, and players and coaches were available for interviews on Tuesday. Among the topics discussed were Deshaun Watson's expectations for the 2023 season, Greg Newsome II's anger over a refuted trade request report, his future playing in the slot, Amari Cooper's surgery to repair his core muscle injury, and Myles Garrett's lingering toe injury from the Pro Bowl games.
Despite changing agents, Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II is happy with the team and doesn't want to be traded, according to his new agent Drew Rosenhaus. Newsome is expected to attend the team's offseason program and is happy with his role playing for new defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz. The Browns have Pro Bowl corner Denzel Ward and Martin Emerson Jr. at outside corner, which pushed Newsome inside, but he is content with the team.