Cleveland Browns 2026 Preseason Updates & Roster News

The Cleveland Browns are actively competing in their 2026 NFL preseason campaign at Huntington Bank Field in Cleveland.

Rookie quarterback Shedeur Sanders stepped into his first preseason start for Cleveland during their Week 2 home matchup

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Cleveland dropped their preseason opener against the Chicago Bears with a 34-10 road defeat at Soldier Field in Chicago.

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Head coach Todd Monken rested several veteran starters to evaluate younger position candidates fighting for final roster spots.

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The Week 2 preseason clash against the Buffalo Bills experienced kick-off delays following severe local thunderstorm warnings

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The Browns will conclude their three-game preseason slate hosting the New England Patriots on Thursday night, August 27.

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Cleveland aims to finalize its 53-man roster as they prepare for a highly competitive AFC North division race ahead.

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