Denzel Ward Fantasy

The Cleveland Browns and cornerback Denzel Ward are reportedly discussing a contract extension, according to ESPN's Jeremy Fowler. Ward still has two years left on his contract before he can become an unrestricted free-agent but Cleveland is looking to lock the star defensive back up long-term. The former Ohio State star has shown that he can be a lockdown force in the NFL, he just has to stay on the field as he's missed 11 games over his three-year career. Either way, it appears that Cleveland wants Ward to remain a core piece of the defense going forward.

Aug. 8th • 2:44 PM

The Cleveland Browns activated cornerbacks Denzel Ward and Kevin Johnson from the Reserve/COVID-19 list on Wednesday, according to a source. Nobody expects Cleveland's defense to be able to slow down the defending-champion Kansas City Chiefs in the Divisional Round on Sunday, but getting Ward and Johnson back will at least give them a fighter's chance. The 23-year-old Ward will likely be tasked with trying to limit All-Pro receiver Tyreek Hill this weekend. The former fourth overall pick out of Ohio State was a Pro Bowler in his rookie season in 2018 and has 46 combined tackles, two interceptions and 18 passes defensed in 12 games this year. The Browns Defense is nothing more than a low-cost contrarian play in DFS against KC.

Jan. 13th • 11:35 AM

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (calf) has been given the thumbs up to play in Sunday's contest versus the Giants after having been sidelined for the previous three games. Ward's return is a massive addition for fantasy managers eyeing the Browns Defense, as Ward has served as Cleveland's top corner this year, having defended a career-high 15 passes through his first 10 games, while having accrued 38 tackles, two interceptions, and a forced fumble. His presence on the defensive side of the ball could cut into the fantasy upside of Giants receivers Sterling Shepard and Darius Slayton, as Ward has played 97 percent or higher of the team's snaps in nine of his 10 appearances in 2020.

Dec. 20th • 7:15 PM