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Browns Clear Kicker Andre Szmyt for Week 3, Packers’ Tucker Kraft Expected to Play

Cleveland’s 0-2 start has intensified scrutiny on special teams, with offensive line availability still unresolved.

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Sep 14, 2025; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Cleveland Browns kicker Andre Szmyt (25) after the game against the Baltimore Ravens at M&T Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Peter Casey-Imagn Images/File Photo
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Overview

  • An MRI cleared Andre Szmyt after a Friday calf scare, and the Browns removed his questionable tag for Sunday’s home game against Green Bay.
  • Kick returner DeAndre Carter cleared concussion protocol and will play; Cleveland elevated CB Dom Jones and WR Kaden Davis for special-teams depth.
  • LG Joel Bitonio (back) and RT Jack Conklin (elbow) remain questionable, while DT Mike Hall Jr. is out for Week 3.
  • Special teams have been a sore spot for Cleveland through two weeks, including a missed PAT and field goal in Week 1 and a blocked punt in Week 2, with coordinator Bubba Ventrone stressing better protection and technique.
  • Packers TE Tucker Kraft, who tweaked his knee in practice, is expected to suit up per NFL Network, preserving a key target for Jordan Love.