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Punt returner on depth chart Felton is listed as the primary punt returner on the Browns' unofficial depth chart for Week 5 against the Chargers.

Impact Felton helped replace Jerome Ford (ankle) on kickoff returns Sunday and may get a crack at returning punts this coming weekend. Donovan Peoples-Jones, who returned punts in Week 4, is now listed only as a wide receiver, while D'Ernest Johnson tops the kickoff return depth chart. Felton opened the season as the primary returner for both punts and kickoffs but has since lost both jobs.

OCTOBER 5, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Active in Week 4 Felton played four snaps on special teams in Sunday's 23-20 loss to the Falcons in Week 4.

Impact Felton returned to the active roster after being held out Week 3 against the Steelers, but the hybrid back did not get on the field for the offense. An in-game development could give Felton a larger role going forward, however. Kickoff returner Jerome Ford sustained an ankle injury on his second return of the day and he was replaced by Felton, although he did not get a chance to return a kick. The punt return role that he held earlier this season was handled by Donovan Peoples-Jones on Sunday.

OCTOBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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OCTOBER 2, 2022 • 247SPORTS.COM

Won't suit up Thursday Felton (coach's decision) was listed as inactive ahead of Thursday night's matchup against the Steelers.

Impact Felton has made little impact outside of his role as a punt returner over the first two games of the season, recording just one catch and one rush in Week 2. In his stead, Chester Rogers will likely handle punt returns after being elevated from Cleveland's practice squad Thursday.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Used in all phases Felton had one carry for minus-4 yards, caught his lone target for three yards and returned two punts for 13 yards in Sunday's 31-30 loss to the Jets in Week 2.

Impact The rushing attempt was Felton's first of the season, and the target his second. He played 12 snaps on offense and 13 more on special teams. The hybrid back has been active ahead of D'Ernest Johnson for the first two games of the season, mostly due to his versatility as a wideout.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Browns follow formula to win opener, go 1-0 without Watson

The Browns won an emotional opener Sunday at Carolina

SEPTEMBER 12, 2022 • Associated Press

Cleveland Browns quick hits: Demetric Felton Jr. to fill void in return game The Browns lost a weapon in the return game when Jakeem Grant Sr. went down with a training camp injury. That's put Demetric Felton Jr. in t...

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022 • BEACONJOURNAL.COM

Opening weak: Browns have history of failure to start season

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SEPTEMBER 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Integrates at running back Felton has taken carries at running back the last two days of practice after spending most of training camp at wide receiver, Anthony Poisal of the Browns' official site reports.

Impact Out of necessity due to several wide receiver injuries, the Browns had Felton focused on running routes rather than running the ball. With the return of players from injury, the Browns can allocate more of Felton's time to the backfield. Cleveland's running game took on a new level of significance Thursday following the increase in Deshaun Watson's suspension from six to 11 games. The backs figure to be paramount in offensive game plans while the team adjusts to life without its No. 1 quarterback.

AUGUST 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Tops return spot on depth chart Felton is listed as the top returner for punts and kickoffs on the unofficial depth chart for Sunday's preseason game against the Eagles.

Impact Ja'Marcus Bradley handled both chores in last week's preseason opener against the Jaguars, and now it looks like Felton's turn to replace the injured Jakeem Grant (Achilles). He was the primary punt returner and the second kick returner behind Anthony Schwartz in 2021. Since Grant's injury, the Browns have used multiple returners in practice, including Felton, Bradley, Donovan Peoples-Jones and Ronnie Harrison.

AUGUST 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Demetric Felton Jr.: "I'm always learning" Demetric Felton Jr. addresses the media on August 15, 2022.

AUGUST 15, 2022 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Browns place Grant on IR after he tore Achilles in practice

Browns return specialist Jakeem Grant Sr. was placed on injured reserve after tests confirmed he tore his left Achilles tendon during practice

AUGUST 10, 2022 • Associated Press

Ascends returner depth chart The injury to Jakeem Grant (ankle) means Felton moves to the top of depth chart for kickoff and punt returns, Zack Jackson of The Athletic reports.

Impact Felton is the first line, but D'Ernest Johnson, Anthony Schwartz, Ja'Marcus Bradley and Mike Harley could also be used in practice and preseason games. Felton's roster status has improved considerably since the start of camp. After the Browns drafted Jerome Ford, adding to an already crowded running back room, the hybrid back/receiver was on the bubble. Since then, injuries to several wide receivers gave Felton plenty of reps at receiver, and now Grant's injury opens an opportunity for him in the return game and seemingly secures a roster spot.

AUGUST 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Gets reps in slot Felton has taken reps at slot receiver the first two days of camp, Anthony Poisal of the Browns' official site reports.

Impact Felton is part of a crowded running back room but has experience as a wideout. He's getting fill-in reps while David Bell (foot) is on the active/PUP list. Felton could see more reps with Anthony Schwartz sustaining a knee injury Thursday. Bell's injury is not considered serious, and the Browns will evaluate Schwartz, who left under his own power with a trainer Thursday.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Works with wideouts Wednesday Felton worked out with wide receivers Wednesday when the Browns kicked off camp without rookie wideout David Bell (foot), Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

Impact Felton is a hybrid running back/wide receiver, who doesn't have a clear path to consistent snaps at either position. As such, he could be a beneficiary of Bell's injury should it linger, although Anthony Schwartz ascends to third on the depth chart behind Amari Cooper and Donovan Peoples-Jones.

JULY 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

What will Demetric Felton Jr. be for the Browns? Key questions for 2022 As Demetric Felton Jr. heads toward his second season with the Browns, his position group is still written in pencil.

JULY 18, 2022 • CLEVELAND.COM

Running back D'Ernest Johnson, Browns agree to 1-year deal

Running back D’Ernest Johnson agreed to terms on a one-year contract with the Cleveland Browns worth up to $2.43 million

JUNE 4, 2022 • Associated Press

Focus on RB in 2022 A Cleveland scout said Felton will focus on running back in 2022, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

Impact Felton was dubbed a hybrid back when he was selected in the 2021 Draft, capable of playing running back or wide receiver, but he spent most of time in the receivers' room as a rookie. It's unclear what shape Felton's role will take in 2022. He was one of the Browns' primary returners last season, but Cleveland added Jakeem Grant for both punt and kick returns this offseason, and the selection of running back Jerome Ford in the fifth round adds to a crowded backfield.

MAY 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Demetric Felton Jr. cherishes 'eye-opening' experiences in Alaska from NFL's USO Tour Felton toured several military bases and met service members and their families on the week-long tour

APRIL 25, 2022 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

USO Tour for NFLers includes ice fishing, moose sighting

When Kenny Moore was told the USO tour he signed up for was heading to Fairbanks, Alaska, he hesitated

APRIL 14, 2022 • Associated Press

Cleveland Browns Daily: Browns RB Demetric Felton joins Nathan Zegura Browns RB Demetric Felton sits down with Nathan Zegura to talk about his role in the annual NFL-USO tour to visit U.S. troops and their fami...

APRIL 1, 2022 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Demetric Felton Jr. to be a part of 'life-changing' NFL-USO annual tour Felton and two other NFL players will head to Alaska

MARCH 30, 2022 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Greg Newsome II, Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, Demetric Felton picked for PFWA All-Rookie team Based on the early results, general manager Andrew Berry nailed his first two picks in the 2021draft. Cornerback Greg Newsome II, the No. 26...

JANUARY 25, 2022 • BROWNSZONE.COM

Demetric Felton makes lifelong memory for young fan ' Building the Browns Visit the home of rookie RB Demetric Felton, who reflects on a rookie season that saw him catch the team's first and last passing touchdowns...

JANUARY 25, 2022 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Scores in finale Felton had one carry for six yards and caught both of his targets for 18 yards, including a 10-yard touchdown catch, in Sunday's 21-16 win over the Bengals.

Impact Billed has hybrid back/wideout when drafted in the sixth round of the 2021 Draft out of UCLA, Felton finished the season with more catches (18) than rushing attempts (seven). He served primarily as a pass catcher when used on offense, but he played only 130 snaps (12.4 percent share) on that unit and was mostly used in the return game, both punts and kickoffs. He had a couple of muffs in Week 14, prompting the Browns to use others as the primary returner in each role. He's under contract for 2022, but there's little chance for him to move up the running back depth chart. Nick Chubb and Kareem Hunt will return, while D'Ernest Johnson, who played well when the top two backs were injured, is a restricted free agent.

JANUARY 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

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Browns follow formula to win opener, go 1-0 without Watson

Opening weak: Browns have history of failure to start season

Browns place Grant on IR after he tore Achilles in practice

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