The Cleveland Browns offense has been significantly impacted by injuries, as four of their starting lineups were lost on opening day. However, previous week, defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz had to adjust his alignment because certain players were absent.
The Cleveland game was missed by safety Rodney McLeod (bicep) and cornerback Denzel Ward (shoulder).
A.J. Green, a former UDFA, and two rookie UDFAs covered the sidelines behind Cleveland’s starting secondary.
Jack Duffin, an analyst and OBR cap specialist, believes the Browns will attempt to claim Adrian Amos off waivers because of this (via Jack Duffin on Twitter).
Earlier this week, Amos and the New York Jets “mutually agreed” to split ways.
Aaron Rodgers recommended the former Bears and Packers safety to the Jets, but he saw little action due to a group of young, gifted defensive backs.
Two players, including cornerback Justin Hardee and Pro Bowl special team member, were activated by New York from injured reserve.
Amos, a ninth-year veteran, was likely to lose even more snaps because of it.
Despite having very little playing time this season, Amos has been productive when he has been on the field, recording 23 tackles.
His modest salary makes it unlikely that he will clear waivers, unlike other veterans who were recently cut, and he could be sought after by a number of teams with injury concerns at the safety position.
Duron Harmon, another seasoned safety, was just added to Cleveland’s practice squad. However, he did not play last week and was not selected for Sunday’s game against the Rams.
Cornerback In order to add depth to the secondary, A.J. Green is sidelined again on Sunday.
