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Browns add WR Cooper, release Landry at start of free agency

After a disappointing 2021 season, the Browns head into free agency looking to plug holes — some bigger than others

MARCH 10, 2022 • Associated Press

Back from COVID list Smith was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday, Aaron Wilson of Sportstalk 790 Houston reports.

Impact Smith returned to the team Thursday after missing the Browns' Week 18 win over the Bengals while on the COVID list. The linebacker appeared in 15 games in 2021, making 51 tackles and deflecting five passes while recording two interceptions.

JANUARY 13, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Browns place Pro Bowl corner Ward on COVID-19 reserve list

Browns Pro Bowl cornerback Denzel Ward has been placed on the COVID-19 reserve list and will miss Sunday’s season finale against Cincinnati

JANUARY 8, 2022 • Associated Press

Placed on COVID list The Browns have placed Smith on the reserve/COVID-19 list.

Impact With the Browns out of the playoff picture, it would appear unlikely he'll clear the league's health and safety protocols in order to suit up again this season. If he is unable to, Jacob Phillips would be next in line to back up Anthony Walker at middle linebacker for Sunday's season finale.

JANUARY 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Sunday Smith will start Sunday's contest against the Ravens, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.

Impact With Anthony Walker (COVID-19) inactive for Week 14, Smith will draw the start in his place. The last time Smith played more than 90 percent of the Browns' defensive snaps, he recorded eight tackles and one interception during a 31-21 win over the Texans in Week 2.

DECEMBER 12, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Player Spotlight: Malcolm Smith Katie Priefer sits down to talk with Linebacker Malcolm Smith in this weeks #PlayerSpotlight.

NOVEMBER 27, 2021 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Malcolm Smith bobbles ball before securing INT Cleveland Browns middle linebacker Malcolm Smith bobbles ball before securing the INT.

NOVEMBER 21, 2021 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Malcolm Smith: "We only have one game this week and I'm focused on that game" Malcolm Smith addresses the media before practice on November 4th, 2021.

NOVEMBER 4, 2021 • CLEVELANDBROWNS.COM

Double-digit tackles Smith recorded 10 tackles (nine solo) with a pass defensed in a 15-10 loss to the Steelers on Sunday.

Impact Smith had his highest tackle total of the season on just 37 snaps. Despite the solid performance Smith's rotational role in the Browns defense doesn't provide a lot of fantasy value. Smith and the Browns defense will travel to Cincinnati in Week 9 for a divisional showdown.

NOVEMBER 3, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Will face Broncos Smith (abdomen) is active for Thursday's game against the Broncos.

Impact Smith is returning from a one-game absence but has been limited by the injury for the last three weeks. Prior to the issue, Smith had a regular role among the Browns' linebacking corps, racking up 20 tackles and one interception across five contests.

OCTOBER 21, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable status for Week 7 Smith (abdomen) has been listed as questionable for Thursday's game against the Broncos, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

Impact Smith was unable to practice ahead of Week 6, and he ended up not playing in the loss. The linebacker has practiced in a limited fashion the last two days, so it's possible he misses his second consecutive game Thursday. Expect Elijah Lee to be the primary backup for Anthony Walker against the Broncos.

OCTOBER 20, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Ruled out Sunday Smith (abdomen) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Cardinals.

Impact Smith was active for last week's game against the Chargers, but he was unable to practice ahead of Sunday's Week 6 matchup. He'll have a short week to recover prior to Cleveland's Week 7 contest against the Broncos on Thursday.

OCTOBER 16, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Browns star RB Chubb out, WR Landry could return vs. Arizona

Star running back Nick Chubb will miss the Cleveland Browns’ game Sunday against the undefeated Arizona Cardinals, but wide receiver Jarvis Landry could return to action

OCTOBER 15, 2021 • Associated Press

Will be playing Sunday Smith (abdomen) is active for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Impact Smith practiced Friday on a limited basis but that was enough for the coaching staff, and he's been included on the roster for this upcoming contest. However, Anthony Walker returned from injured reserve and might have a bigger role, so Smith's upside might be not as high as it was in past contests. He posted a couple of eight-tackle performances over the last three games.

OCTOBER 10, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Browns starting LT Wills out versus Chargers, LB Walker back

Browns starting left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. will not play Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers due to a nagging ankle injury he suffered in the season opener at Kansas City

OCTOBER 9, 2021 • Associated Press

Questionable for Week 5 Smith (abdomen) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Chargers.

Impact Smith returned to practice on a limited basis Friday after sitting out Wednesday and Thursday. The veteran linebacker has posted a pair of eight-tackle performances in the last three games while filling in for Anthony Walker (hamstring), who has been designated to return from IR. If Walker's activated prior to Sunday's game, he'll likely push Smith back to a reserve role, regardless of Smith's health.

OCTOBER 8, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Browns star Garrett misses second practice, expects to play

Browns star defensive end and NFL sacks leader Myles Garrett expects to play Sunday against the Los Angeles Chargers despite missing his second practice of the week due to soreness

OCTOBER 8, 2021 • Associated Press

Browns' Mayfield not blaming inaccuracy on shoulder harness

Baker Mayfield was only accurate after his poor performance Sunday in Minnesota

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • Associated Press

Records eight tackles during Week 4 Smith totaled eight tackles (six solo) during Sunday's 14-7 win over the Vikings.

Impact For the second time in three weeks, Smith has played 40-plus defensive snaps and recorded eight tackles. The 32-year-old linebacker should continue to see an increased role while Anthony Walker (hamstring) remains sidelined.

OCTOBER 6, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Malcolm Smith details how Browns will matchup against Justin Fields Cleveland Browns LB Malcolm Smith details how Browns will matchup against Justin Fields.

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021 • NFL.COM

Tackle nearly costs Mayfield, Browns coaches urge caution

Baker Mayfield has been warned by his coaches to be more careful

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • Associated Press

Capitalizes on opportunity Smith posted eight tackles (four solo), a pass breakup and an interception in Sunday's 31-21 win over the Texans.

Impact Smith started at middle linebacker with Anthony Walker (hamstring) out, and he led the Browns in tackles. Walker will miss at least two more games while on injured reserve, so the window remains open for Smith's IDP upside.

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

Texans' Taylor injured, further muddying QB situation

Houston’s messy quarterback situation got messier

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • Associated Press

'The old man', Malcolm Smith stepped up when the Browns needed leadership and a play versus the Houston Texans Without middle linebacker Anthony Walker, coach Kevin Stefanski hoped someone would step up. Malcolm Smith did exactly that.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • CLEVELAND.COM

Starting in Week 2 Smith will draw the start at middle linebacker Week 2 against the Texans, Daryl Ruiter of 92.3 The FAN reports.

Impact Smith saw a relatively even distribution of snaps between defense and special teams in Week 1, but with Anthony Walker (hamstring) now on IR, it appears he'll see an opportunity to take over as the starting MIKE linebacker. The 32-year-old will bring a veteran presence to the defense after logging 72 combined tackles for the Browns a season ago.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2021 • ROTOWIRE

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