Kevin Stefanski gives injury updates for list of players

According to ESPN’s Daniel Oyefusi, Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski provided updates on several players from Week 1. Stefanski listed the following players as week-to-week: defensive tackle Maurice Hurst (ankle), tight end David Njoku (ankle), linebacker Tony Fields II (ankle), and linebacker Mohamoud Diabate (hip).

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Njoku is the most notable injury here due to his production in the passing game in recent years and his valuable contributions after the catch. NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport reported the injury as a high-ankle sprain, but Stefanski wouldn’t confirm it. If it is a high-ankle sprain, Cleveland will likely need to find a short-term solution alongside Jordan Akins.

Hurst had a great 2023 season as a depth defensive lineman, but the rest of the unit is in good shape and can work through a brief absence. As for Fields and Diabate, the Browns will likely need reinforcements to bolster linebacker depth and special teams contributors.