Dawgs By Nature
Signing Joe Tryon-Shoyinka in free agency this year left the defensive end room too full
The Cleveland Browns have officially announced the re-signing of K Andre Szmyt and the release of DE Ogbo Okoronkwo in a corresponding roster move.
Szmyt, who was originally signed to the practice squad on December 24, 2024 to provide depth at the kicker spot, was recently released on June 4th.
It was just announced by the team that he was brought back this morning, and that Cleveland terminated the contract of DE Ogbo Okoronkwo in response.
Although it may be seen as a shocking move to some, there was always a possibility that the team could part ways with Ogbo this offseason due to his contract structure. The Browns freed up an extra $5.4 million in cap space by doing so and were able to add multiple other versatile pass rushers this offseason.
Okoronkwo and his attitude will be missed in Northeast Ohio, but it’s safe to say that guys like Joe Tryon-Shoyinka, Mason Graham, and Maliek Collins should help soften the blow from an on-field standpoint, both inside and out.
