Overview

• MRI results confirmed Emerson suffered a torn Achilles during a non-contact 7-on-7 drill at training camp, leading to surgery and injured reserve placement.
• The season-ending injury comes in the final year of Emerson’s rookie contract and is expected to impact his free agency prospects.
• Head coach Kevin Stefanski announced the injured reserve move and said Emerson will undergo surgery before beginning rehabilitation under team medical staff.
• Veteran Greg Newsome II is set to shift from nickel to outside corner, with the Browns assessing Cam Mitchell, Tony Brown II and other backups for slot coverage.
• Emerson’s absence deepens concerns about Cleveland’s secondary depth as the team looks to strengthen its defense after a 3-14 campaign.