On Tuesday, the Cleveland Browns made several roster moves, including adding veteran running back Royce Freeman to their practice squad. Freeman, a seven-year NFL veteran, was previously with the Los Angeles Rams, where he gained 319 rushing yards and two touchdowns in 2023. In addition, the Browns placed wide receiver David Bell on injured reserve due to a hip injury that requires surgery and brought wide receiver Jaelon Darden back to the practice squad.
The Cleveland Browns have placed wide receiver David Bell on injured reserve due to a hip injury. Bell, a 2022 third-round pick, has 41 receptions for 408 yards over 32 career games, including three receptions this season. The team also added wide receiver Jaelon Darden and veteran running back Royce Freeman to the practice squad. Darden, a former fourth-round pick, has played in 25 NFL games, including four with the Browns, and will wear No. 16.
The Cleveland Browns placed David Bell on injured reserve due to a hip injury that requires surgery, likely ending his season. They signed running back Royce Freeman, a seven-year NFL veteran, and wide receiver Jaelon Darden to the practice squad. Freeman, formerly with Denver and the Rams, has played in 79 games, rushing for 1,792 yards and 10 touchdowns. He will wear No. 28. Meanwhile, running back Pierre Strong is week-to-week with a hamstring injury.
Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski expressed disappointment over David Bell’s season-ending hip injury but praised Bell for his work ethic and contributions to the team. Bell, drafted in the third round in 2022, was initially sidelined with a quad injury this season but rejoined the active roster in September. Stefanski said Bell remains a valued teammate and believes he will continue to support the team during his rehab. Bell’s teammates also appreciate his dedication and perseverance.
