The Cleveland Browns have officially placed linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah on the Reserve/Physically Unable to Perform (PUP) list, effectively ruling him out for the entire 2026 NFL season. The move was confirmed via official team transactions on Friday, signaling a major loss for the Cleveland defense before the start of the campaign.
The roster move is a result of the serious neck injury Owusu-Koramoah sustained during the 2024 season. While the linebacker has undergone extensive rehabilitation, the team’s decision to move him to the Reserve/PUP list confirms he has not been cleared to return to play and will remain sidelined for the duration of the 2026 year. This official designation ends any speculation regarding a potential mid-season return for the star defender.
Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah, often referred to as "JOK," has been a vital component of the Browns' defensive identity since entering the league. His elite sideline-to-sideline speed and versatility in pass coverage earned him a Pro Bowl selection and established him as one of the premier young linebackers in the NFL. Losing Owusu-Koramoah leaves a significant void in the middle of a defensive unit that has consistently ranked near the top of the league in recent seasons.
Cleveland will now be forced to rely on internal depth and potentially look toward the free-agent market to address the linebacker position. The loss of Owusu-Koramoah’s playmaking ability will require significant schematic adjustments from the coaching staff as they prepare for the upcoming schedule.
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