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Watches practice Willies has not participated in the first two practices of training camp after undergoing minor surgery on his knee this offseason, Dan Labbe of the Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Cleveland head coach Kevin Stefanski downplayed Willies' absence, saying that the receiver is fine and his lack of participation is all part of the rehab plan. Willies has had a history of injuries, spending time on injured reserve in 2018 and 2019, then was part of the Browns' practice squad in 2020.

JULY 30, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Lands future deal Willies signed a reserve/future contract with the Browns on Monday, Jake Trotter of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Willies spent the last six weeks of the season on the Browns' practice squad, and he logged just three offensive snaps in his lone elevation. The 26-year-old will vie for a special-teams role in 2021.

JANUARY 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Small role in loss Willies was not targeted and played three snaps in Sunday's 23-16 loss to the Jets.

Impact Willies was added to the active roster after the Browns placed their top four wideouts on the COVID-19 list. He was part of a fill-in crew that included Ja'Marcus Bradley (77 snaps) and Marvin Hall (74), but Willies played a significantly smaller role.

DECEMBER 28, 2020 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 26, 2020 • Associated Press

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DECEMBER 4, 2020 • Associated Press

Cleveland Browns bring back Derrick Willies Cleveland Browns add Derrick Willies to their practice squad On Tuesday, the Cleveland Browns made a roster move as they added wide receiver...

NOVEMBER 18, 2020 • DAWGPOUNDDAILY.COM