Richardson is expected to start at defensive end in Sunday's game against the Cardinals, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

EDGE Analysis

Since Olivier Vernon (knee) has been ruled out, Richardson will be deployed as a defensive end. Richardson has experience in this role, as played there in the Jets 3-4 scheme from 2013 until 2016. Eli Ankou will likely start at defensive tackle in Richardson's place.

Richardson had five tackles, three quarterback hits, a forced fumble and two sacks in Sunday's 41-24 win over the Dolphins in Week 12.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson is the lone remaining member among the group that began the season as Cleveland's starting defensive line. With Olivier Vernon (knee), Myles Garrett (suspension) and Larry Ogunjobi (suspension) unavailable, depth on the line was put to a test. Richardson responded with his best game of the season, recording his first sacks while also lining up at defensive end at times.

Richardson (abdomen) will play in Saturday's preseason game against the Colts, Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson isn't expected to get much playing time Saturday after nursing an abdominal injury throughout the first half of August, but his return to the field is a promising sign with plenty of time remaining before Week 1 of the regular season. Trevon Coley and Carl Davis project to handle defensive tackle duties when Richardson is removed from Saturday's tilt.

Richardson isn't practicing Friday due to an abdominal injury, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.

EDGE Analysis

The specifics of the abdominal injury remain undisclosed, so there's no timetable for Richardson's return at this point. The 28-year-old inked a three-year, $39 million deal in March and figures to play a prominent role in Cleveland's defensive front. Trevon Coley and Brian Price should see increased reps while he remains sidelined.

Richardson signed on the dotted line for a three-year, $39 million contract with the Browns on Thursday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson was solid for the Vikings in 2018, recording 49 tackles (26 solo) and 4.5 sacks in 16 games. The 28-year-old should assume a starting role on the defensive line that includes DT Larry Ogunjobi and defensive ends Myles Garrett and Olivier Vernon.

Richardson plans to sign a three-year deal with the Browns, Adam Schefter of ESPN reports.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson repaired his value in one season with Minnesota, piling up 49 tackles (26 solo), 16 quarterback hits and 4.5 sacks as a 16-game starter. He figures to operate as a starting defensive tackle in Cleveland's 4-3 defense, joining a line that includes DT Larry Ogunjobi and defensive ends Myles Garrett and Olivier Vernon. The Browns should have a formidable pass rush for the first time in recent memory.

Richardson had 49 tackles (26 solo) and 4.5 sacks in 16 games this season

EDGE Analysis

Richardson signed a one-year, $8 million deal with the Vikings last March and started all 16 games, also eclipsing his sack total from the previous two seasons combined. The veteran defensive tackle played well and will hope his 2018 season garners some longer-term contract offers in free agency.

Richardson (hip) is active Sunday against Miami.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson was limited in practice each day this week, but hasn't missed a game all year and doesn't intend for that to start in Week 15. He'll presumably line up again as a starting defensive tackle alongside Linval Joseph

Richardson is questionable for Sunday's game against the Dolphin with a hip injury, Courtney Cronin of ESPN.com reports.

EDGE Analysis

Richardson was a limited participant at practice this week to earn the questionable tag, but appears on track to play Sunday. Tom Johnson and Jaleel Johnson would see increased workloads at defensive tackle should Richardson be inactive Sunday.

Richardson had two sacks and seven total tackles in Sunday's win over Green Bay.

EDGE Analysis

After six games without a sack, RIchardson has 2.5 sacks in his last three games. He's been getting consistent pressure on the quarterback with 5 QB hits and 17 QB hurries over his last nine games, according to Pro Football Focus, so he should be able to have more luck with sacks the final five games of the season.