It is an early start for the Cleveland Browns today as they take on the Minnesota Vikings in London.
If Cleveland’s first international game since 2017 is not enough to get people excited, quarterback Dillon Gabriel will be making his first NFL start as head coach Kevin Stefanski looks to jumpstart an offense that has not scored more than 17 points in nine consecutive games.
While everyone grabs a cup of coffee, ponders whether or not to indulge in a full English breakfast, and prepares for kickoff, let’s take a run through the latest news and notes about the Cleveland Browns and the NFL in today’s edition of the Sunday Dawg Chow.
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- Two matchups to watch in Browns vs. Vikings (Thomas Moore) – Cleveland’s D-line could feast on Minnesota’s depleted O-line. But beware Justin Jefferson on one particular throw.
- Browns elevate 2 from practice squad for Week 5, Greg Newsome injury indication? (Jared Mueller) – Cleveland’s roster moves on Saturday could provide an indicator of Greg Newsome’s injury status for Sunday’s game against the Minnesota Vikings.
- Browns fans taking over London for Week 5 Vikings game (Jared Mueller) – Cleveland Browns fans have made their presence known throughout the week in England. From double-decker tour bus events and trivia night being sold out in minutes to over 1,000 fans taking over a huge bar, the orange and brown have been well represented in London.
- NFL players donning “Gold Shield” on their jerseys this year (Barry Shuck) – The NFL has added a new patch for the 2025 season: The Gold Shield. On the surface, this would conjure up thoughts of players who have won a Super Bowl ring. Or who were named NFL All-Pro the season before. Or maybe those who own a Bentley or a unicorn. All good guesses, but no.
- Browns believe extra time in London together, similar schedule will help vs. Vikings (Jared Mueller) – The Cleveland Browns vs. the Minnesota Vikings is a battle of injured versus jet lag, but Cleveland is happy with their schedule and time together.
- Cleveland Browns fans are holding out hope that Dillon Gabriel will turn the season around (Chris Pokorny) – With the Vikings, Steelers, Dolphins, Patriots, and Jets coming up, how many wins do Browns fans expect in that stretch?
- Browns HC Kevin Stefanski’s dad gets new pro sports job (Jared Mueller) – Ed Stefanski, father of Browns HC Kevin Stefanski, assumes a role with the Phoenix Suns of the NBA.
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