Browns Void AJ Epenesa Signing After Failed Physical, Shake Up Draft Plans
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Browns Void AJ Epenesa Signing After Failed Physical, Shake Up Draft Plans

30 March, 2026.Sports.13 sources

Key Takeaways

  • Browns will not sign A.J. Epenesa after a failed physical.
  • The proposed deal was a one-year contract worth up to $5 million.
  • This development leaves Cleveland seeking other edge-rusher options and affects depth chart.

Epenesa Deal Falls Through

The Browns voided their agreement with Epenesa after he failed his physical.

The move follows the Ravens backing out of a Crosby trade for medical reasons.

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Epenesa had spent his entire career with the Bills, recording 24 sacks in 91 games.

Medical Mystery

Epenesa has a relatively durable NFL track record, missing just seven games in six seasons.

The Bills used him in a playoff game after a neck injury.

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No specific injury was disclosed after the Browns' physical.

Draft Implications

The Browns were expected to add Epenesa opposite Myles Garrett.

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Now they may need to draft an edge rusher at No. 6.

The Chiefs pick at No. 9, three spots after Cleveland.

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