Greg Newsome II Fantasy Stats

Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome could find himself on the trade block this season, according to Zac Jackson of The Athletic. A first-round pick back in 2021, Newsome will play the 2025 season on the fifth-year option of his rookie contract and enter free agency next spring. Jackson writes that the Browns would incur no dead money against the salary cap if Newsome were traded before November, which could spur the team to act if they don't plan on re-signing him beyond 2025. Pro Football Focus gave Newsome an overall grade of 52.2 for his work in 2024, 177th out of 222 corners. The Browns' defense was a dynamic unit for fantasy in 2023 but took a step back last season. After finishing fourth in fantasy points per game two years ago, the Cleveland D/ST finished 27th in 2024.

Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome and defensive end Ogbo Okoronkwo are two players that are believed to be available via trade during this week's NFL draft, sources tell FOX Sports' Jordan Schultz. Okoronkwo has 7.5 sacs over the last two seasons, while Newsome is entering the final year of his current deal in 2025. Newsome, who the team selected 26th overall in the 2021 draft out of Northwestern, has a $13.4 million salary cap hit this year, which is another reason for Cleveland to consider trading him. The 24-year-old is a versatile defensive back for the Browns, but he had a career-low 27 tackles (24 solo), one interception and five pass breakups in 13 games (three starts) in 2024 in his fourth year in the league. Okoronkwo, 30, had three sacks, 23 tackles (15 solo), five tackles for loss and six QB hits in 16 games (five starts) in his second year with the Browns.

The Washington Commanders are expected to be very aggressive this offseason as they look to improve their defense, and they'll have more than $68 million in salary cap space. Washington will certainly be a team to watch if the Cleveland Browns give in to All-Pro pass-rusher Myles Garrett's trade demands, but The Athletic's Zac Jackson also believes they'll be a candidate to trade for Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II (hamstring). If the Browns were to trade Newsome this offseason, it would open up around $13 million in 2025 cap space and allow Cleveland to add pieces to their roster, potentially even a veteran starting quarterback. The 24-year-old Newsome ended his 2024 season on Injured Reserve due to a hamstring injury and finished with a career-low 27 tackles (24 solo), one interception and five pass breakups in 13 games (three starts).

The Cleveland Browns placed cornerback Greg Newsome II (hamstring) on Injured Reserve on Tuesday due to a hamstring injury. The 2021 first-round pick out of Northwestern has played in all 13 games this season, racking up 27 total tackles, one interception, and five pass deflections. With just four games to go, a trip on IR means his season is over. Last season, the Browns were one of the toughest matchups for wideouts, but the team has allowed the sixth-most fantasy points per game to the position this season. With Newsome now out, Cleveland will present an even friendlier matchup for wide receivers. Cleveland faces the Chiefs, Bengals, and Dolphins in Weeks 15, 16, and 17.

Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome II (shoulder) was a limited participant in practice for the second day in a row on Tuesday. Newsome is a solid young corner opposite Denzel Ward (ribs, ankle). With Ward also battling injuries and defensive end Myles Garrett (hip) finding his way onto the injury report on Tuesday, this Browns defense is very beat up. Newsome has not missed any games this season and his limited participation for two straight days suggests he will be able to play on Thursday night against the Pittsburgh Steelers. The Browns' defense has struggled in 2024. While they are middle-of-the-road against the pass, they are the ninth-worst rushing defense. The Steelers should have no problem moving the ball on the ground and through the air on this defense in Week 12. With neither Newsome nor Ward playing at 100%, expect Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver George Pickens to receive plenty of opportunities for fantasy points in Week 12 in addition to running back Jaylen Warren and Najee Harris.

Cleveland Browns defensive back Greg Newsome (knee) got in a limited session in his team's practice on Wednesday. Newsome missed practice on Tuesday but is trending in the right direction as his team gears up to face off against the Houston Texans in the first round of the playoffs on Saturday. Newsome missed the regular-season finale against the Cincinnati Bengals so his return to the team would be a big boost as the Browns look to advance in the playoffs.

Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome intercepted a Lamar Jackson pass that had been deflected and returned it for a fourth-quarter touchdown in the Browns' come-from-behind 33-31 victory over the Baltimore Ravens. The pick-six was just the first interception of Newsome's three-year career. His big game was made bigger with half a sack. He also made a pass defense. Besides the impact plays, however, Newsome did not make an impact with tackles. He only had one solo tackle and one assist. The last time Newsome had more than three combined tackles in a game was Week 6. Browns defensive players always have a shot at making plays. Browns quarterbacks always face heavy pressure. But Newsome should not be expected to be a top IDP starter most weeks.

Cleveland Browns cornerback Greg Newsome (elbow) has been ruled out for the Week 3 contest on Sunday against the visiting Tennessee Titans. Newsome got hurt in the Monday night loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers in Week 2 and will now have to miss this weekend's game on a short week. The Browns will now need to replace the 23-year-old in the slot for a matchup with the Titans. The 26th overall pick of the 2021 draft out of Northwestern, Newsome had eight tackles (four solo) and a pass defensed in the first two games of the season. It remains to be seen if he'll be able to return in Week 4 for a matchup against the division-rival Baltimore Ravens.

Cleveland Browns defensive back Greg Newsome II (hamstring) won't be sidelined for long, according to head coach Kevin Stefanski. The 22-year-old hasn't practiced since Tuesday and sat out the preseason opener. Despite that, the Browns don't expect Newsome to miss Week 1 of the regular season. The former first round pick battled multiple injuries last season. Although, he still had success with 37 tackles and nine passes defended through 13 games. Fantasy managers who have the Browns defense rostered shouldn't be worried about Newsome missing significant time from this injury.

The Cleveland Browns officially signed rookie cornerback Greg Newsome II to a four-year deal after selecting him 26th overall in April's draft. Newsome was a three-year standout at Northwestern University, finishing top five in passes defensed among all Big Ten players in 2019 and 2020 while also receiving third-team All-American honors in 2020. Newsome figures to compete with Greedy Williams for starting snaps across from star corner Denzel Ward, and reviews about his performance in offseason workouts were strong. Expect Newsome to contribute significantly in 2021 even if he doesn't earn a starting outside corner job by week one.