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Daniel Oyefusi
BEREA, Ohio — Cleveland Browns cornerback Martin Emerson Jr. tore an Achilles tendon and can be out for the 2025 season, coach Kevin Stefanski introduced Wednesday.
Emerson left Tuesday’s practice on a cart after struggling the noncontact left leg damage whereas protecting huge receiver Diontae Johnson on a go route. Emerson tried to plant his leg on the finish of the play however fell to the bottom in ache. He instantly took off his helmet and tossed it in frustration. Emerson didn’t put any weight on his leg as he was helped onto the cart.
“Disillusioned. Clearly, accidents are the worst half about our recreation, however he’ll bounce again,” Stefanski stated. “I do know what he is product of, and I do know he is acquired our help. He is acquired his teammates’ help.”
A 3rd-round choose (No. 68 general) of the Browns within the 2022 draft, Emerson was set to enter the ultimate yr of his rookie contract. He appeared in 50 video games with 33 begins, recording 202 tackles, 4 interceptions and 34 move breakups.
Greg Newsome II who has usually performed nickel nook, will take Emerson’s spot in base protection reverse 2024 Professional Bowler Denzel Ward. Stefanski stated the group will work via who will step in for nickel packages.