Overview
- Bowser, a veteran with 98 career games and one full season as a starter, visited Cleveland’s training camp for a tryout to show he can still pressure quarterbacks and that his knee is sound.
- Team doctors and coaches will focus on his knee condition and pass-rush quickness before the Browns decide on a contract or practice squad spot.
- Bowser missed the 2023 season after a knee problem and an alleged staph infection tied to treatment with the Baltimore Ravens, and he played only briefly in 2024 with the Seahawks and Dolphins.
- In spring 2026 Bowser sued the NFL Players Association, alleging the union mishandled his arbitration over the Ravens release and linked the infection to team treatment, a legal issue that could complicate union processes if he signs.
- Cleveland’s audition of Bowser follows earlier veteran looks at A.J. Epenesa and Jadeveon Clowney as the Browns try to add experienced edge depth behind starters Jared Verse and Alex Wright.