Alex Wright - NFL News, Rumors, & Updates

Records career highs in 2025 Wright had career highs in tackles (37) and sacks (5.5) along with a pass defensed and a forced fumble over 14 regular-season games in 2025.

Impact Like other players on the defensive line, Wright operated outside the limelight that shone on Myles Garrett, who established a new NFL record with 23.0 sacks in 2025. But the former had the most productive season of his four-year career, which the team recognized when it signed him to a three-year extension in November of 2025. Playing opposite Garrett, who draws a lot of attention, could lead to more sacks for Wright in 2026.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Browns prevent Steelers from clinching AFC North with 13-6 win over Pittsburgh

Shedeur Sanders threw for 186 yards and a touchdown, Cleveland’s defense kept Pittsburgh out of the end zone and the Browns held on for a 13-6 victory, preventing the Steelers from...

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • Associated Press

Alex Wright wrangles Aaron Rodgers for a sack to force fourth down Cleveland Browns defensive end Alex Wright sacks Pittsburgh Steelers quarterback Aaron Rodgers for a 5-yard loss during Week 17 of the 2025...

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Josh Allen listed day to day with sore right foot, but expected to play against Eagles

Bills coach Sean McDermott listed Josh Allen as day to day because of a sore right foot, but expects the starter to play Sunday, when Buffalo hosts the defending Super Bowl champio...

DECEMBER 22, 2025 • Associated Press

Cook's 117-yard, 2-TD performance propels Bills closer to playoff berth with 23-20 win over Browns

James Cook rushed for 117 yards and two touchdowns, leading the Buffalo Bills to a 23-20 victory over the Cleveland Browns

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Bills' Josh Allen injures foot, but returns to game against Browns

Buffalo quarterback Josh Allen remained in the game against the Cleveland Browns after injuring his right foot in the second quarter

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Alex Wright's fourth-down sack on Caleb Williams forces turnover on downs to start second half Cleveland Browns defensive end Alex Wright sacks Chicago Bears quarterback Caleb Williams for a 6-yard loss on fourth-and-3 to force a turno...

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Alex Wright Press Conference: "Rush as a unit" Alex Wright speaks to the media.

DECEMBER 8, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Good to go Wright (quadriceps) doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Titans, Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Impact Wright missed the Browns' Week 13 loss to the 49ers with a quadriceps injury, but three practices capped off with a full session Friday were enough to expunge injury designation for Sunday's contest. The return of the starting defensive end opposite Myles Garrett is a huge boon for the Browns' defensive line, as Garrett's high double-team rate nets the starter more opportunities to pursue the quarterback.

DECEMBER 5, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Jerome Ford questionable for Week 13 against the 49ers | Injury Report Brenden Bates, Adin Huntington and Alex Wright all out for Week 13

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Out for Week 13 Wright (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the 49ers, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact After signing a three-year, $33 million extension last week, Wright will miss his second straight game with the injury. Cameron Thomas should again play increased defensive snaps against San Francisco after recording six tackles, including 1.0 sacks, against Las Vegas last Sunday.

NOVEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs DNP on Wednesday Wright (quadriceps) is not practicing Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Impact Wright was sidelined for the Browns' Week 12 win over the Raiders due to a quadriceps injury, and Wednesday's DNP suggest he's still dealing with the issue. The UAB product is one of Cleveland's top defensive linemen, having recorded 24 total tackles, including 3.0 sacks, and a forced fumble in nine appearances this season. He likely needs to practice in full either Thursday or Friday to avoid an injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the 49ers.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Browns hold 3rd Gym Class Takeover at Sunview Elementary School Isaiah Bond and Alex Wright spoke on the importance of school and coached students through football drills

NOVEMBER 22, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Out for Sunday Wright (quadriceps) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Raiders, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact The fourth-year pro from UAB logged consecutive DNPs to begin the Browns' week of practice due to a quadriceps injury, so it's no surprise that he'll be sidelined in Week 12. Wright has appeared in nine games for Cleveland this season, recording 24 total tackles, including 3.0 sacks. Expect Cameron Thomas to operate as the Browns' top reserve defensive end while Wright is out Sunday.

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Dillon Gabriel out for Week 12 vs. Raiders | Injury Report Jamari Thrash and Alex Wright ruled out, while Jack Conklin listed as questionable

NOVEMBER 21, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Browns, Wright agree to 3-year, $33 million contract extension

Defensive end Alex Wright has agreed to a three-year contract extension with the Cleveland Browns worth $33 million, including $21 million guaranteed

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • Associated Press

Lands three-year, $33M extension Wright (quadriceps) agreed to a three-year, $33 million extension with the Browns on Thursday, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Wright's contract includes $21 million guaranteed and is set to keep him in Cleveland through the end of the 2028 season. The 25-year-old rotational pass rusher is recovering from a quadriceps injury, which kept him sidelined for a second consecutive practice Thursday, but the 2-8 Browns are focused on the future with this deal. Wright ranks third on the team with 3.0 sacks among his nine tackles for loss in nine games this season.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

What Alex Wright's contract extension means for the Browns | Sporting News The Browns make a move to help anchor the defensive line for the next three seasons

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Alex Wright inks second contract in Cleveland with three-year extension Wright has impressed so much in his fourth season that the Browns felt comfortable handing him a three-year, $33 million extension, per ESPN...

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • DAWGPOUNDDAILY.COM

Not practicing Wednesday Wright (quadriceps) did not participate at practice Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

Impact Wright was sidelined in Week 11 versus the Ravens with a quad injury he suffered in Week 10 against the Jets, and now his status for Week 12 is up in the air. If he can't get back to practice Thursday or Friday, it's not likely he'll have any chance to play Sunday at Las Vegas.

NOVEMBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Alex Wright out for Week 11 against the Ravens | Injury Report Maliek Collins also listed as questionable for Week 11

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Browns D Earns Respect; Denzel Ward Ready; Maliek Collins Questionable;Alex Wright Out; Shedeur Sanders Update Despite the Browns being 2-7, the defense is still ranked No. 2 in the NFL. Players from both sides talked about the rematch coming on Sunda...

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • 247SPORTS.COM

Ruled out Week 11 but avoids IR Wright (quadriceps) won't play Sunday against the Ravens, but coach Kevin Stefanski said Friday that Wright won't be placed on injured reserve, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Wright hasn't recovered from the quadriceps injury he sustained in Cleveland's Week 10 loss to the Jets, but the team is optimistic that he will take less than four weeks to recover. His next chance to play will come in Week 12 against the Raiders.

NOVEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Doesn't practice Wednesday Wright (quadriceps) didn't participate in Cleveland's practice Wednesday.

Impact Wright is still dealing with the quadriceps injury he sustained in the Week 10 loss to the Jets. The 25-year-old is expected to miss an extended time and could be a candidate for injured reserve.

NOVEMBER 13, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Kevin Stefanski hints at Deshaun Watson's return, adding further uncertainty to Browns' QB situation

Kevin Stefanski confirmed Dillon Gabriel remains the Cleveland Browns' starting quarterback

NOVEMBER 11, 2025 • Associated Press

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