Overview

• After a quiet start against the Chiefs, the rookie hauled in a 44-yard reception in the third quarter of his Monday night debut.
• Through four games he has split duties at receiver and cornerback, playing about 58% of offensive snaps and 38% on defense.
• Independent grading shows stronger early returns at cornerback, with PFF rating his defensive work higher than his offensive production.
• His counting stats remain modest so far at 13 receptions for 118 yards with no touchdowns on offense, plus 11 tackles and one pass breakup on defense.
• Coaches say they are simplifying his assignments and monitoring workload, as outside voices weigh in on usage and analysts note Cleveland’s favorable haul from the draft-day trade that sent Jacksonville future picks.