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Denzel Ward Fantasy Stats

Background banner image for player info Denzel Ward

CB #21

Probable - Hip
Height / Weight 5'11"  /  190 lbs.
Date of Birth (Age) Apr 28, 1997 (28)
Experience 8 seasons
Drafted 2018 NFL Draft, 1st Round, Pick #4 (Browns)
College Ohio State

Season Stats

TACKLES
SEASON TEAM GP FPTS/G FPTS SOLO ASTD LOSS SCK QB HITS PASS DEF INT FF FR TD
2018CLE136.281.04112500113120
2019CLE125.869.0386101112011
2020CLE125.971.0388101182100
2021CLE154.567.7349112103001
2022CLE146.591.54211101153022
2023CLE134.153.0304100112100
2024CLE164.978.0418101192110
2025CLE123.643.527720081000
Career 107 5.2 554.7 291 65 13 1 6 103 18 4 6 4

Game Log

TACKLES
DATE TEAM OPP FPTS SOLO ASTD LOSS SCK QB HITS PASS DEF INT FF FR TD
Week 1Sep 7, 2025CLECIN3.02000010000
Week 2Sep 14, 2025CLEBAL0.50100000000
Week 3Sep 21, 2025CLEGB5.54100010000
Week 4Sep 28, 2025CLEDET6.02000011000
Week 5Oct 5, 2025CLEMIN3.52100010000
Week 6Oct 12, 2025CLEPIT5.53110010000
Week 7Oct 19, 2025CLEMIA3.03000000000
Week 8Oct 26, 2025CLENE4.54100000000
Week 10Nov 9, 2025CLENYJ1.01000000000
Week 11Nov 16, 2025CLEBAL5.54100010000
Week 12Nov 23, 2025CLELV4.51110020000
Week 13Nov 30, 2025CLESF1.01000000000

Denzel Ward News

Denzel Ward  • CB  •  Browns

Denzel Ward Will Not Practice on Wednesday

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (toe, shoulder) will not participate in the team's practice on Wednesday, per Zac Jackson of The Athletic. The four-time Pro Bowler is Cleveland's top cover corner and has logged six solo tackles and two passes defensed through his first three games of 2025. The Browns will play a Detroit Lions offense that has scored 89 points over its past two games in Week 4, so a potential Ward absence could be a major concern. If Ward is unable to play in Week 4, the outlooks for quarterback Jared Goff, wide receiver Amon-Ra St. Brown, and the rest of the Lions' offense would be slightly improved.
Sep 24   
Denzel Ward  • CB  •  Browns

Denzel Ward Sidelined In Season Finale

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (shoulder) will miss his first game of the season due to a shoulder injury in the Week 18 regular-season finale on Saturday. The Browns' season finale comes against their AFC North foe, the Baltimore Ravens, and it doesn't help that their defense is banged up. Ward leads the NFL with 19 passes defended and will finish as the seventh leading tackler on the team with 48 combined (41 solo). He also registered two interceptions, one forced fumble, one fumble recovery, and one tackle for loss. Cameron Mitchell (knee) is next on the depth chart but he's considered questionable, so Chigozie Anusiem may get some more playing time.
Jan 3   
Denzel Ward  • CB  •  Browns

Denzel Ward Misses Tuesday's Practice

Cleveland Browns defensive back Denzel Ward (shoulder) didn't suit up for Tuesday's walkthrough. This news comes after Ward was forced to exit early during Sunday's loss to the Miami Dolphins. Ward injured his shoulder in the first half and didn't return to the game. As a result, Ward has begun the week on the sideline, but has plenty of time to get ready before Saturday's game against the Baltimore Ravens. The loss of Ward would be a significant hit to this secondary. He has 48 tackles, 19 passes defended, and two interceptions this season. The Browns have no incentive to win, so we'll see if they let their All-Pro corner suit up for the regular season finale.
Jan 1   
Denzel Ward  • CB  •  Browns

Denzel Ward Won't Return In Week 17

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (shoulder) has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's Week 17 contest against the Miami Dolphins. The 27-year-old registered four tackles prior to his departure, bringing his season total to 48. Ward has appeared in all 16 games this season, but he's missed parts of several contests due to various injuries. He'll now have seven days to get healthy ahead of the Browns' season finale next Sunday in Baltimore.
Dec 29   
Denzel Ward  • CB  •  Browns

Denzel Ward Limited In Practice On Tuesday

Cleveland Browns standout cornerback Denzel Ward (ribs, ankle) was limited in practice on Tuesday. Ward was limited on Monday as well but he has not missed a game in 2024. As such, his status for Week 12 against the Pittsburgh Steelers is not likely to be in doubt. The Browns are beat up on defense. Cornerback Greg Newsome II (shoulder) has also been limited in practice this week while defensive end Myles Garrett (hip) joined the two corners on the injury report on Tuesday. The Browns will need all hands on deck to slow down a talented Steelers offense. Before last week's slugfest against the Baltimore Ravens, the Steelers had scored at least 26 points in four straight games. Additionally, the Steelers are in the midst of a five-game winning streak and do not look like they will be vulnerable to the Browns. With this Browns defensive unit so beat up, expect the Steelers' skill position players to have a solid day against this middling defense. Neither Ward nor Newsome has played well enough in 2024 to insight fear into opposing passing offenses. What is more, if Garrett has to miss this game, the Steelers offense may be unstoppable.
Nov 20, 2024   
Denzel Ward  • CB  •  Browns

Denzel Ward Will Play In Week 9

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (concussion) cleared concussion protocol on Saturday. He has been removed from the Browns' injury report and will play against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday. The 27-year-old hasn't missed a game yet this season, amassing 15 tackles but failing to register an interception. His presence will be key as the Browns' defense looks to slow down the Chargers in Week 9.
Nov 3, 2024   
Denzel Ward  • CB  •  Browns

Denzel Ward Clears Concussion Protocol, Expected To Play Sunday

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (concussion) has cleared concussion protocol and is expected to play in Week 9 against the Los Angeles Chargers, according to NFL Network's Ian Rapoport. The veteran defender had previously been listed as questionable, but that designation reflected Ward's place in the concussion protocol. Now that he has been cleared to play, that designation seems like a mere formality. We're expecting Ward to suit up as he looks to build on his 15 tackles this season and attempts to intercept his first pass since Week 9 of last year.
Nov 3, 2024   
Denzel Ward  • CB  •  Browns

Denzel Ward Suffers Another Concussion

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (head) was diagnosed with a concussion, the sixth documented case of his career. The veteran exited Sunday's win over the Ravens, so his status for Week 9 against the Chargers is up in the air. But considering he most recently suffered a concussion in the summer, the team will likely be extremely cautious before he's permitted to get back on the field.
Oct 27, 2024   
Denzel Ward  • CB  •  Eagles

Denzel Ward Active Against Philadelphia

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (hamstring) is officially active for Week 6 against the Philadelphia Eagles. He had been listed as questionable after logging a limited practice on Friday. The 27-year-old defender has contributed eight tackles and zero turnovers through five games this season. He'll be tasked with slowing down a Philadelphia passing attack featuring A.J. Brown and DeVonta Smith on Sunday.
Oct 13, 2024   
Denzel Ward  • CB  •  Browns

Denzel Ward Injures Hamstring, Doesn't Return Sunday

Cleveland Browns cornerback Denzel Ward (hamstring) exited Sunday's game against the Washington Commanders and was subsequently ruled out. He finished Week 5 with one tackle, bringing his season total up to eight. It's possible that the Browns' large deficit played a role in the decision to keep Ward on the sideline. Cameron Mitchell and Mike Ford are expected to handle increased opportunities until Ward is healthy enough to return. He'll look to get healthy ahead of Week 6 against the Philadelphia Eagles.
Oct 6, 2024   
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