Browns Lose Sack Leader, Former First-Round Pick for Multiple Weeks
After a convincing win over their rival Steelers, the Browns are set to lose one of their best players for multiple weeks.
The Cleveland Browns secured a 27-24 victory over their AFC North rival, the Pittsburgh Steelers, on Thursday night. Head coach Todd Monken and quarterback Deshaun Watson, both facing recent criticism, benefited from this crucial win. The Browns have now claimed three straight victories, following wins against the Buccaneers and Panthers.
However, the good news wasn't solely positive. Famed defensive tackle Mason Graham, who leads the team with four sacks in four games, is expected to miss several weeks due to an MCL sprain and an ankle sprain. The injury occurred early in the Steelers game when Graham exited the field and entered the medical tent. While the severity of the injury was initially less concerning, the MRI confirmed it would sideline the player for multiple weeks.
Notably, Graham was the Browns' first-round pick (No. 5 overall) in the 2025 NFL Draft, following a standout college career at Michigan, where he earned multiple accolades as an All-American and Rose Bowl Defensive MVP. Despite the injury setback, the Browns face a relatively manageable schedule in the coming weeks, including contests against the Jets, Ravens, Titans, and Steelers.
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