The Cleveland Browns have suffered a significant blow with the placement of right guard Wyatt Teller on injured reserve. Teller, a three-time Pro Bowl selection, joins a growing list of key players battling injuries.
Several crucial contributors missed practice on Wednesday, including former All-Pro tackle Jack Conklin, running backs Jerome Ford and Pierre Strong, and Pro Bowl tight end David Njoku. However, the most concerning absence was that of defensive end Myles Garrett.
Garrett, a five-time Pro Bowler, is dealing with multiple injuries but has persevered to play in all three of Cleveland’s games this season. Despite his ailments, Garrett has been impressive, already matching half of his career-high forced fumbles from last season.
The Browns cannot afford to lose Garrett, especially given their struggling offense, which averages only 16.7 points per game (25th in the NFL). As the team’s leader in forced fumbles, quarterback hits, and sacks (tied with Za’Darius Smith), Garrett’s presence is crucial to the Browns’ defensive success.