The Cleveland Browns have finalized their initial 53-man roster for the 2025 NFL season, and fans are buzzing over some big-name cuts and surprise inclusions. Veteran kicker Dustin Hopkins has been released, making way for rookie Andre Szmyt, who now has the chance to shine in his first NFL game.
Other notable cuts include quarterback Tyler Huntley, wide receiver Diontae Johnson, and running backs Pierre Strong Jr. and Trayveon Williams. The team also waived several offensive linemen, defensive backs, and tight ends in an effort to balance veteran experience with young talent.
On the bright side, a handful of undrafted free agents made the roster, giving fans something to watch this season. Players like Gage Larvadain (WR), Adin Huntington (DT), Easton Mascarenas-Arnold (LB), Dom Jones (CB), and Donovan McMillon (S) have earned their spot and could surprise opponents in 2025.
The final roster features seasoned stars like Myles Garrett, Denzel Ward, and David Njoku, paired with promising rookies and lesser-known players ready to prove themselves. With only two running backs currently on the roster, it’s clear the Browns plan to be active on the waiver wire in the coming weeks.
Fans can expect an exciting mix of experience, youth, and potential breakout stars, making the 2025 season one to watch closely.
🔹 Cleveland Browns 2025 Initial 53-Man Roster
| Position | Starter(s) | Backup(s) |
|---|---|---|
| QB | Joe Flacco | Dillon Gabriel, Shedeur Sanders |
| RB | Jerome Ford | Dylan Sampson |
| WR | Jerry Jeudy, Cedric Tillman, Jamari Thrash | Gage Larvadain, Isaiah Bond, DeAndre Carter |
| TE | David Njoku | Harold Fannin, Blake Whiteheart, Brenden Bates |
| OT | Jack Conklin, Dawand Jones | Cornelius Lucas, KT Leveston |
| OG | Joel Bitonio, Wyatt Teller | Teven Jenkins, Zak Zinter |
| C | Ethan Pocic | Luke Wypler |
| DE | Myles Garrett, Alex Wright | Isaiah McGuire, Joe Tryon-Shoyinka, Cameron Thomas |
| DT | Mason Graham, Maliek Collins | Mike Hall Jr, Shelby Harris, Adin Huntington |
| LB | Carson Schwesinger, Devin Bush | Mohamoud Diabate, Jerome Baker, Easton Mascarenas-Arnold |
| CB | Denzel Ward, Greg Newsome II | Cameron Mitchell, Dom Jones |
| S | Grant Delpit, Ronnie Hickman | Rayshawn Jenkins, Damontae Kazee, Donovan McMillon |
| K | Andre Szmyt | – |
| P | Corey Bojorquez | – |
| LS | Rex Sunahara | – |
🔹 Cleveland Browns 2025 Cuts / Waived Players
| Position | Player(s) Cut / Waived / IR |
|---|---|
| QB | Tyler Huntley, Deshaun Watson (PUP) |
| RB | Pierre Strong Jr. (injury designation), Trayveon Williams, Ahmani Marshall |
| WR | Diontae Johnson, Kaden Davis, Chase Cota, Kisean Johnson, Cade McDonald (injury designation), David Bell (Reserve/Non-Football Injury) |
| TE | Sal Cannella, Mitch Van Vooren |
| OT | Jackson Barton, Jason Ivey, Lorenzo Thompson, Kilian Zierer, Sebastian Gutierrez |
| OG | Javion Cohen, Dartanyan Tinsley |
| C | Bucky Williams |
| DE | K.J. Henry, Titus Leo, Julian Okwara |
| DT | Ralph Holley, Sam Kamara |
| LB | Marvin Moody, Charlie Thomas III, Winston Reid (Injured List) |
| CB | Tony Brown II, Chigozie Anusiem, Christian Holmes, Keenan Isaac, Darius Rush, LaMareon James |
| S | Nik Needham, Chris Edmonds |
| K | Dustin Hopkins |
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