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This is probably just a maintenance day for the Browns’ linebacker. Schwesinger resumed practicing last Friday and ended up playing in Week 6 against the Ravens. We expect to see him resume practicing tomorrow. The Browns face the Titans in Week 7. Browns DT Mason Graham (knee/ankle) was limited.

Schwesinger played through a high-ankle sprain last year, so we anticipate he’s more likely to be active than not after returning to practice today. The second-year star linebacker will likely attempt to power through against the Ravens.

Mason Graham is expected to miss multiple weeks with an ankle injury of his own and Maliek Collins missed today’s practice with a foot injury. That’s three front-seven starters potentially out for Week 6. With Lamar Jackson still banged up, expect the Ravens to give Derrick Henry all the touches he can handle this week.

Schwesinger has not been ruled out for Week 6’s game against the Ravens, and attempted to play through the injury at one point. With a big AFC North matchup on tap for this week, it wouldn’t be surprising if the Browns gave Schwesinger every opportunity to play. His practice status will be one to keep an eye on throughout the week. The 2025 Defensive Rookie of the Year has totaled 43 tackles, one sack, and one forced fumble this season.

Schwesinger notched 156 total tackles, 67 solo tackles, 2.5 sacks, 11 TFLs, three pass breakups and two interceptions despite missing Week 18 with a high-ankle sprain. It was an extremely impressive season for the No. 33 overall pick in last year’s draft.

Schewsinger battled through 16 games despite an ankle injury and looks to be the favorite to walk away with the defensive rookie of the year award after posting 156 tackles, 2.5 sacks, and two interceptions in his inaugural season. Bengals running backs could operate a little more freely than usual in Week 18.

Schwesinger suffered a high-ankle sprain in Week 8’s loss to the Patriots. The rookie linebacker avoided landing on injured reserve, but only managed to get on the field for one practice this week. The questionable designation may be a bit too optimistic for Schwesinger this week, but he’s clearly trending toward a return and could be good to go for Week 11 if not this week.

Now that we have the diagnosis, it’s safe to assume the rookie second-rounder is likely looking at a multi-week absence. Schwesinger has stepped in to make an immediate impact for the Browns’ defense this season, leading the team with 64 tackles while also tallying one interception, one sack, and four TFLs. The Browns are now entering their Week 9 bye. If they believe Schwesinger, who will be reevaluated after the bye, can return inside of the four-game minimum he would be required to miss on injured reserve, it’s possible they opt to keep him on the roster in hopes of a return in 2-3 weeks. Regardless, his loss is a massive one for a defensive unit that has been among the league’s best despite their 2-6 record.

Schwesinger (6’2/242) walked onto UCLA in 2021 with the hopes of being a FBS football player and quickly established himself as a valuable member of the Bruins’ roster. He earned a scholarship in 2022 as a special teams ace and part-time ‘backer who racked up 27 tackles in 26 games over the next two seasons before ascending to a starting role in 2024. He made the most of the opportunity, leading the FBS with 90 solo and 136 total tackles with 8.5 TFLs, 50 stops and 4.0 sacks while playing in 12 games. The First Team All-American excelled in every phase of the game, especially rushing the passer where he earned a 90th percentile rush grade. Schwesinger is extremely elusive and flexible when blitzing, as his absurd 27.4% pressure rate will attest, disguising his intentions right up until it’s time to go leaving blockers confused with their assignments. A smart, twitched up player whose motor runs hot, he possesses advanced instincts and knows how to get skinny to slip around blocks. His svelte frame affects his ability to take on pulling linemen, but his relentless determination and athleticism make Schwesinger a complete three-down linebacker prospect.