Cleveland Browns Sign Rookie Tight End Ahead of Saints Game

The Cleveland Browns have re-signed rookie tight end Carsen Ryan to the practice squad and elevated him to the active roster ahead of Sunday's game against the New Orleans Saints. Ryan had been waived by the team on Thursday before clearing waivers and returning two days later.

Ryan was drafted by Cleveland in the seventh round of the 2026 NFL Draft and provides insurance as starting tight end Harold Fannin Jr. manages a groin injury. Meanwhile, the Browns are also preparing for quarterback Shedeur Sanders to start in place of Deshaun Watson, who remains in concussion protocol.