Chase Winovich Fantasy

The Cleveland Browns acquired outside linebacker Chase Winovich from the New England Patriots on Tuesday in exchange for linebacker Mack Wilson, according to sources. Both players mostly served as backups in 2021. Winovich failed to record a sack and played just 13.5% of the Patriots defensive snaps in 13 total games. The 26-year-old had 11 sacks in his first two NFL seasons in 2019 and 2020, though, so the Browns will be hoping to get that version of Winovich. Wilson had 42 tackles (26 solo) in 14 games (six starts) for Cleveland last year. He has only one sack in three NFL seasons, but he's tacked on 163 tackles (107 solo), five tackles for loss, one interception, nine passes defensed and one forced fumble in 43 games (28 starts).

Mar. 15th • 11:45 AM

The New England Patriots placed linebacker Chase Winovich (hamstring) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday. Winovich injured his hamstring in the Week 6 loss to the Dallas Cowboys and will now miss at least the next three weeks. He hasn't been a big part of New England's defense, playing just 19% of the snaps, but he's contributed more frequently on special teams. The 26-year-old has recorded seven tackles (four solo) and a QB hit in six games on the season. Defensive back Myles Bryant was signed to the active roster off the practice squad to take Winovich's spot on the roster.

Oct. 19th • 8:45 PM

New England Patriots linebacker Chase Winovich underwent surgery on his hernia in February. The former third round pick is expected to be ready to roll whenever football activities begin. He recorded 26 total tackles, 10 quarterback hits, and 5.5 sacks through 16 games last season. The rookie linebacker showed plenty of promise, so the Pats are likely going to give him a bigger role in 2020. Winovich expects to be fully functional by the start of September.

May. 7th • 11:01 AM