Cleveland Browns Pro Bowl CB Denzel Ward sustained a knee problem in today’s practice, putting his availability in question for Saturday’s postseason match vs. the Houston Texans.
𝗥𝗘𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧: #Browns star Cornerback Denzel Ward injured his knee in practice today, leaving his availability for this week up in the air, per head coach Kevin Stefanski.
Would be a big loss for Cleveland. pic.twitter.com/OsoGhitR6J
— JPAFootball (@jasrifootball) January 11, 2024
The NFL franchise manager, Kevin Stefanski, shared that Denzel was limited in training but refused to provide more information. The organization officially listed the cornerback as questionable.
Denzel was named to his 3rd Pro Bowl while having a crucial role on the league’s top defense. Ward has 2 interceptions on the campaign.
Cleveland today also ruled out safety Grant Delpit, kicker Dustin Hopkins, and WR Cedric Tillman.
The team (11-5) is in the playoffs for the 1st time since 2020 the 1st test in the postseason will be the Texans, as the match will be played in Houston at NRG Stadium.