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Epenesa Deal Falls Through
The Browns voided their agreement with Epenesa after he failed his physical.
“The Browns will not be signing DE A.J. Epenesa, team wasn't comfortable after his physical”
The move follows the Ravens backing out of a Crosby trade for medical reasons.
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.
No specific injury was disclosed after the Browns' physical.
Draft Implications
The Browns were expected to add Epenesa opposite Myles Garrett.
“The Browns no longer have their preferred starting defensive end opposite Myles Garrett”
Now they may need to draft an edge rusher at No. 6.
The Chiefs pick at No. 9, three spots after Cleveland.