Browns' Star Cornerback Denzel Ward Injured Ahead of Playoff Game
Ward's Knee Injury Adds to Browns' Injury Woes as They Prepare to Face Texans in Crucial Matchup
- Denzel Ward, the Cleveland Browns' star cornerback, suffered a knee injury during practice, casting doubt on his participation in the upcoming playoff game against the Houston Texans.
- Ward, a three-time Pro Bowl player, is a key figure in the Browns' top-ranked defense, and his potential absence could significantly impact the team's performance.
- Several other Browns players, including safety Grant Delpit, wide receiver Cedric Tillman, and kicker Dustin Hopkins, have been ruled out for the game due to injuries.
- The Browns have had a challenging season due to major injuries but have still managed to secure a commendable 11-5 record.
- The Browns are set to face rookie quarterback C.J. Stroud of the Texans, who passed for 4,108 yards during the regular season with 23 touchdown passes and just five interceptions.