{
  "id": 1337121,
  "title": "Browns Eying Move for 3-Time Pro Bowl Pass-Rusher: Report",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/browns-eying-move-for-3-time-pro-bowl-pass-rusher-report",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-16T19:26:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Newsweek",
    "slug": "newsweek",
    "url": "https://www.newsweek.com/browns-eying-move-for-3-time-pro-bowl-pass-rusher-report-12328989"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Cleveland Browns are reportedly considering signing 3-time Pro Bowl defensive end Za' Darius Smith, according to reports. The team received him in a trade for Myles Garrett last offseason. Smith, 33, recently completed a workout with the Browns and is expected to sign with the team by Sunday. Should the deal be finalized, Smith would rejoin the Browns after spending time with the Philadelphia Eagles in 2025. In his career, Smith has recorded 70.5 sacks and 10 forced fumbles while being a three-time Pro Bowl nominee. While he may not be a starter for the Browns this season, Smith would provide valuable experience and serve as a solid rotational piece for Cleveland's young defensive line.",
  "summary": "The Cleveland Browns are expected to finalize a deal to bring back a three-time Pro Bowl defense end before the season.",
  "key_points": [
    "Cleveland Browns considering signing 3-time Pro Bowl defensive end Za Darius Smith",
    "Smith completed workout with Browns and expected to sign by Sunday",
    "Smith would provide valuable experience as rotational piece for Browns' young defensive line"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}