Ward (neck) recorded 39 total tackles (29 solo) and nine passes defensed, including one interception, across 15 regular-season games in 2025.

EDGE Analysis

The 28-year-old sustained a neck injury in the first quarter of Cleveland's season finale that sidelined him for the remainder of the game. Despite playing 47 more defensive snaps than he did in 2024, Ward saw declines in total tackles (49 to 39), passes defensed (19 to nine), interceptions (two to one) and forced fumbles (one to zero). Even so, the Ohio State product remained one of Cleveland's most productive corners, finishing with the second-most passes defensed on the team. Under contract through 2027, Ward will look to return to form as one of the NFL's top boundary cornerbacks ahead of next season.

Ward (neck) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's game against the Bengals.

EDGE Analysis

Ward injured his neck in the first quarter, and medical staff have determined that the injury is severe enough for the veteran cornerback to not return. D'Angelo Ross and Sam Webb will continue to see more snaps on defense in Ward's absence.

Ward (neck) is questionable to return in Sunday's game against the Bengals, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

EDGE Analysis

The eighth-year pro sustained a neck injury in the first quarter and will be evaluated by medical staff to determine if he can return. If Ward is unable to return, D'Angelo Ross and Sam Webb would be in line for more reps.

Ward (calf) has no injury designation ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Steelers, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ward practiced Wednesday for the first time since sustaining a calf injury in Week 14 against the Titans, and after upgrading to full participation Friday, he will return for Week 17. The eight-year pro has 38 tackles (29 solo) and eight pass breakups, including one interception, through 13 games this season.

Ward (calf) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Bills, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ward will miss a second consecutive game, and he has yet to return to practice since sustaining a calf injury during Cleveland's Week 14 loss to the Titans. Sam Webb is likely ticketed for a larger role in Ward's continued absence.

Ward (calf) did not participate in Thursday's practice, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ward has not practiced since sustaining a calf injury during the Browns' Week 14 loss to the Titans. If he hopes to suit up for Sunday's game against the Bills, he will have to log participation of some kind in Friday's practice. If the starting cornerback is unable to suit up, Sam Webb will likely continue to see an increased snap share at cornerback for Sunday's contest.

Ward (calf) won't practice Wednesday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ward was sidelined for the Browns' Week 15 loss to the Bears due to a calf injury, and Wednesday's DNP indicates he's still dealing with the issue. The 28-year-old likely needs to upgrade to at least limited practice Thursday or Friday in order to return for Sunday's matchup against the Bills.

Ward (calf) has been ruled out ahead of Sunday's matchup against the Bears, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Ohio State product didn't practice all week and is now in line to miss first game of the season due to a calf injury. Through the Browns' first 13 contests, Ward tallied 38 total tackles and eight passes defensed, including one interception. While he's sidelined for the Week 15 matchup, Sam Webb is expected to have an expanded role in Cleveland's secondary.

Ward (calf) won't practice Wednesday, Daniel Oyefusi of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ward continues to be bothered by the calf injury that forced his departure in the second half of this past Sunday's loss to the Titans. The starting cornerback has two more opportunities to practice before the Browns face the Bears on Sunday.

Ward (calf) has been ruled out for the rest of Sunday's contest against the Titans.

EDGE Analysis

Ward sustained an apparent calf injury in the second half of the game, and he'll now be sidelined for the stretch run. In his absence, Sam Webb and D'Angelo Ross stand to see an increase in workload at cornerback versus Tennessee.