The Browns have ruled out Gordon for Sunday's game against the Saints due to a hamstring injury.

EDGE Analysis

This is a surprising move, as Gordon was a full participant at practice throughout the week and absent from the Browns' original injury report. He presumably tweaked his hamstring at some point recently, and it is severe enough to keep him sidelined Sunday. He had just jumped ahead of rookie Antonio Callaway on the depth chart prior to this news. His absence should free up Callaway and Rashard Higgins for more more snaps, while Jarvis Landry figures to see another heavy workload.

The Browns are listing Gordon as a starting wide receiver on their depth chart ahead of the team's Week 2 matchup with the Saints.

EDGE Analysis

Gordon had been listed behind rookie Antonio Callaway on the Browns' first depth chart of the regular season, but that likely was only because the 27-year-old missed extensive time in training camp and the preseason due to a personal matter and a minor hamstring issue. Head coach Hue Jackson said he planned to limit Gordon's workload in the season opener against the Steelers, but that never came to fruition, as the wideout logged 69 of 89 offensive snaps in the 21-21 tie and finished with a 17-yard touchdown reception on three targets. Poor weather in Cleveland likely factored into Gordon's limited production, but look for him to enjoy another healthy snap count in addition to an uptick in targets when the Browns head to the Superdome this weekend.

Gordon played 69 of 89 snaps on offense in Sunday's 21-21 tie with the Steelers.

EDGE Analysis

It now appears coach Hue Jackson was just trying to mislead the Steelers when he said Gordon would come off the bench and have his snaps restricted. The 27-year-old wideout got the start and played 78 percent of offensive snaps, but he only caught one pass for 17 yards (a game-tying TD) on three targets. Gordon shouldn't have any concerns regarding snap count for Week 2 in New Orleans, and he's a good bet to notice an uptick on Sunday's disappointing target count.

Gordon hauled in one of three targets for 17 yards and a touchdown during Sunday's 21-21 tie against the Steelers.

EDGE Analysis

Gordon was limited to a "pitch count" and was only expected to play around 20 snaps, which explains why his production -- other than his 17-yard touchdown reception -- was low. The dynamic wideout should see an increase in playing time in Week 2 against the Saints and has the potential to be a WR1 if he can stay healthy and avoid off-field trouble. He will, however, have to battle with Jarvis Landry -- who saw 15 passes come his way Sunday -- for targets from Tyrod Taylor.

The Browns plan to have Gordon play roughly 20 snaps in Sunday's season opener against the Steelers, Chris Mortensen of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

There have been varying reports about the extent of Gordon's involvement in the season opener after he was a late arrival to training camp and before tweaking his hamstring in late August, but Mortensen's report offers a firm estimate of what to expect from the wideout. It aligns with head coach Hue Jackson's comments Wednesday suggesting Gordon will be held to a "pitch count" in Week 1, though some restrictions could be lifted if the wideout proves healthy and effective early on. In addition to his limited practice time to date, Gordon will have to deal with rainy and windy weather in Cleveland, which could limit the effectiveness of the passing game.

Offensive coordinator Todd Haley believes Gordon (hamstring) will have a significant role in Sunday's game against the Steelers, Pat McManamon of ESPN.com reports. "I hope he's involved a lot," Haley said Friday.

EDGE Analysis

Gordon got over his hamstring injury in advance of Week 1, but he remains a backup on the Browns' initial depth chart. While he may be on a "pitch count," as coach Hue Jackson told Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal on Wednesday, Gordon will be among Tyrod Taylor's top targets Week 1. Expect Gordon to surpass his 8.4 targets per game from his end-of-2017 cameo this season.

Gordon (hamstring) practiced in full Friday and doesn't have an injury designation for Sunday's game against the Steelers.

EDGE Analysis

The Browns have listed Gordon as a second-stringer on their initial depth chart behind rookie Antonio Callaway, likely due to the hamstring issue that has plagued him since he reported to the team on Aug. 25. On Wednesday, coach Hue Jackson confirmed that Gordon will be on a "pitch count," per Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal, so it's unclear how much he'll actually be able to contribute off the bat.

Coach Hue Jackson reiterated Wednesday that Gordon (hamstring) will be on a "pitch count" in Sunday's game against the Steelers, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

EDGE Analysis

The Browns are actually listing Antonio Callaway ahead of Gordon on the Week 1 depth chart, though there's little question the rookie will slide back to the No. 3 spot once his veteran counterpart is deemed ready for a full workload. In addition to missing training camp for personal reasons, Gordon has been dealing with a minor hamstring injury ever since reporting to the Browns on Aug. 25. He's listed as a limited participant on Wednesday's injury report, but it seems the real concerns are conditioning and workload, rather than availability.

Gordon (hamstring) relayed Wednesday that he feels 100 percent healthy and believes that he could have a meaningful role Sunday against the Steelers, even though he won't start the contest, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

EDGE Analysis

The team's posted depth chart reflects coach Hue Jackson's plans to start Antonio Callaway over Gordon in Week 1, but there's no reason to believe that Gordon won't quickly and officially reclaim a starting slot once the Browns move past their season opener. For DFS purposes, Gordon is a hit-or-miss option this week, but in general, when on the field and focused, the 27-year-old's talents and upside are undeniable.

Coach Hue Jackson relayed that Gordon (hamstring) should be able to play against the Steelers on Sunday, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.

EDGE Analysis

Supporting that notion is that Gordon was on the practice field Monday. Meanwhile, Jackson reiterated that Antonio Callaway is in line to draw a start at wideout for the Browns on Sunday, even if Gordon is on hand. That's not to say that Gordon won't be part of the team's Week 1 game-plan, but it appears as though the talented wideout could be eased into the mix in the wake of his hamstring issue.