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Browns receive injury boost as KC Concepcion clears concussion protocol

  • Authored By: Sports Now
  • Updated Oct 16, 2026, 23:39 IST

Cleveland Browns rookie wide receiver KC Concepcion is set to return for Sunday's clash against the Baltimore Ravens after successfully clearing concussion protocol following his injury in Week 5.

Browns receive injury boost as KC Concepcion clears concussion protocol

The Cleveland Browns have received a significant boost ahead of their upcoming matchup against the Baltimore Ravens, with rookie wide receiver KC Concepcion officially cleared to return to action. Concepcion, who has emerged as a primary target for the Cleveland offense this season, successfully navigated the league's concussion protocol this week.

The young playmaker sustained the concussion during the team's Week 5 defeat to the New York Jets. After missing time, he returned to the practice field on Wednesday, signaling his progress toward recovery. His availability for Sunday's game is a major development for the Browns, as Concepcion currently leads the team with 29 targets on the season.

Injury report updates for Cleveland

While the return of Concepcion provides a lift, the Browns continue to manage a lengthy injury report heading into the weekend. Four players have been listed as questionable for the contest against Baltimore: defensive tackles Derek Barnett and Mason Graham, running back Quinshon Judkins, and linebacker Carson Schwesinger. Each of these players is dealing with lower-body injuries, specifically ankle or knee issues, but they provided a positive sign by returning to practice on Friday after sitting out the previous two days.

The team also confirmed several players who will be unavailable for the game. The Browns have officially ruled out defensive tackles Kalia Davis and Mike Hall Jr., quarterback Dillon Gabriel, right guard Teven Jenkins, and running back Dylan Sampson. These absences will force the coaching staff to adjust their depth chart as they prepare to face the Ravens in this critical divisional encounter.