A.J. Green Injury News & Updates
Keep up with the latest injuries from the Buccaneers vs Rams game on Sunday with our National Football League injury report.Nov 25, 2023
Promoted from practice squad
The Browns elevated Green from the practice squad Saturday, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
ANALYSIS
This is the second time Green has been called up to the active roster since signing with the Browns' practice squad on Sept. 3. He played 16 snaps on special teams without recording a stat in Week 10 against the Ravens and figures to reprise that role Sunday against the Broncos.
Sep 3, 2023
Back with Browns
Green was signed to the Browns' practice squad Friday, the Browns' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Green has been with the Browns since 2020, when he was signed as an undrafted free agent, and has appeared in 31 games (two starts). He provides organizational insurance at cornerback where the Browns are dealing with injuries to Greg Newsome (groin) and Denzel Ward (concussion).
Aug 31, 2023
Won't make team
Green was waived by the Browns on Wednesday, Christopher Dellecese of Cleveland19 reports.
ANALYSIS
Green suffered a shoulder injury during a preseason contest Aug. 11, but his lack of injury designation upon being waived suggests the Oklahoma State product is healthy now. The 25-year-old appeared in all 17 games for Cleveland last season, mostly contributing on special teams.
Aug 12, 2023
Hurts shoulder Friday
Green exited Friday's 17-15 preseason loss to the Commanders due to a shoulder injury, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
ANALYSIS
Green was spotted walking to the locker room shortly before halftime, and the Browns ruled him out at the start of the third quarter. Afterward, he told Petrak that his shoulder is "OK," and he expects to be able to practice next week. All things considered, Green has a decent chance to be available for Thursday's exhibition at Philadelphia.
Mar 12, 2023
Remaining in Cleveland
Green agreed to a one-year deal with the Browns on Sunday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
Green was set to become an exclusive rights free agent during the offseason, but he struck a deal to remain in Cleveland prior to the start of the new league year. The 24-year-old appeared in all 17 games last year but logged just 18 tackles (14 solo) and an interception.
Dec 2, 2022
Cleared for Week 13
Green has no injury designation for Sunday's game against the Texans, Zac Jackson of The Athletic reports.
ANALYSIS
Green exited Cleveland's Week 12 win over Tampa Bay with a head injury. However, he managed to clear concussion protocol and logged full practices both Thursday and Friday. In 11 games this season, Green has recorded eight total tackles and one interception.
Nov 28, 2022
Now in concussion protocol
Green is in concussion protocol Monday after sustaining a blow to the head during Cleveland's win versus Tampa Bay on Sunday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
His availability is now up in the air ahead of Sunday's game at Houston. Were he to miss game action, Greedy Williams would likely be thrust into an expanded role, especially with sophomore first-rounder Greg Newsome (concussion) also questionable for Week 13.
Nov 27, 2022
Forced out Sunday
Green has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against the Buccaneers with a head injury, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports
ANALYSIS
Green recorded two tackles before sustaining a head injury at some point against Tampa Bay, though the nature and severity of this issue are still unclear. The 24-year-old played a season-high 55 percent of Cleveland's defensive snaps during last week's loss to the Bills. With starting cornerback Greg Newsome (concussion) also out for the second week in a row, expect Martin Emerson and Greedy Williams to step up against the Buccaneers.
Sep 5, 2022
At practice Monday
Green (hip) was on the practice field Monday, Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
ANALYSIS
Green sustained a hip injury during the practice week leading up to the preseason finale against the Bears and did not play. He and safety Ronnie Harrison (hamstring) were both on the field Monday.
Aug 28, 2022
Sidelined by hip
Green did not suit up for Saturday's preseason finale against the Bears due to a hip injury, Chris Easterling of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
ANALYSIS
Green was cleared from concussion protocol last week and returned to practice before sustaining the hip injury. He's sparkled at time during training camp but is fifth on the corner back depth chart.
Aug 22, 2022
Cleared of concussion
Green does not have a concussion according to head coach Kevin Stefanski, Tom Withers of the Associated Press reports.
ANALYSIS
Green needed to be evaluated for a concussion during the Browns' preseason contest against the Eagles on Sunday, but it appears he was able to pass the test. The 24-year-old is still competing for a depth spot in the Browns' secondary, so not having to miss any practice time will work to his benefit.
Aug 21, 2022
Suffers potential head injury
Green is being evaluated for a concussion Sunday, Mary Kay Cabot of The Cleveland Plain Dealer reports.
ANALYSIS
Green suffered the potential concussion during the Browns' preseason game against the Eagles. The 24-year is currently competing for a depth spot in the Browns' secondary.
Aug 3, 2022
Getting ample reps
Green is getting increased reps with Denzel Ward (foot) sidelined since the start of training camp, Anthony Poisal of the Browns' official site reports.
ANALYSIS
Green is taking advantage of the opportunity and had a couple of pass breakups Wednesday after registering one during Tuesday's session. He also caught the first interception of camp Saturday. Ward, who is not wearing a visible brace on the foot, has been on the sidelines during sessions and participated in sprints.
Dec 24, 2021
Clears COVID protocols
Green was activated from the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday.
ANALYSIS
Green's move back to the active roster comes just in time for the Browns' matchup with the Packers on Saturday. With Troy Hill likely out with a knee injury and also still on the COVID list, along with Greg Newsome, Green could be looking at a substantial role in the Browns' secondary Saturday. Primarily a contributor on special teams, Green hasn't seen significant work on defense since Week 5 against the Chargers where he recorded six tackles and two passes defensed.
Dec 17, 2021
Moved to COVID list
Green was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Friday.
ANALYSIS
Green tested positive for the virus Friday, which would have made it impossible for him to play Saturday against the Raiders. Now with the game moving to Monday, Fields could hypothetically return in time to play, if he can return two negative tests 24 hours apart.
Dec 17, 2021
Tests positive for COVID-19
Green was placed on the reserve/COVID-19 list Thursday after testing positive for the virus, Scott Petrak of the Elyria Chronicle-Telegram reports.
ANALYSIS
Green will likely be unavailable for Saturday's matchup with the Raiders while in the health and safety protocols. The 23-year-old has primarily played special teams in his nine games this season.
Nov 25, 2021
Puts in full practice
Green (concussion) was a full practice participant Wednesday, Nate Ulrich of the Akron Beacon Journal reports.
ANALYSIS
Green missed Week 11's tilt against the Lions with a concussion, so it's a great sign he was back in full in the first practice of the week. He should be back in his usual depth role in the Browns' secondary on Sunday night.
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