Browns Face Injury Concerns Ahead of Week 17 Matchup Against Jets

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27/12/2023 23h25

The Cleveland Browns have announced the game status for several players as they prepare to take on the New York Jets in their Week 17 matchup on Thursday Night Football. The team is facing significant injury concerns, with key players listed as doubtful or questionable.

One of the main concerns for the Browns is the status of punter Corey Bojorquez. Bojorquez, who suffered a quad injury during last week's game against the Houston Texans, is officially listed as doubtful. The punter did not participate in practice this week, casting doubt on his availability for Thursday's game.

Wide receiver Amari Cooper is also dealing with an injury and is listed as questionable for the upcoming game. Cooper did not practice on Monday or Tuesday due to a knee injury. His availability will be a game-time decision, pending further evaluation.

Joining Cooper on the questionable list is wide receiver Marquise Goodwin. Goodwin was a limited participant in practice on Monday and Tuesday, nursing a knee injury. His ability to play on Thursday will depend on his progress and how he feels leading up to the game.

Safety Juan Thornhill is another player who is questionable for the Browns. Thornhill has been dealing with a calf injury and participated in limited practice sessions earlier in the week. His status for the game will likely be determined closer to kickoff.

Meanwhile, the Browns have ruled out kicker Dustin Hopkins, defensive end Ogbo Okoronkwo, and linebacker Anthony Walker Jr. Kicker Hopkins sustained a hamstring injury during last week's game against the Texans, forcing him to be sidelined. Head coach Kevin Stefanski has confirmed that Hopkins is week-to-week with the injury.

With a crucial game against the Jets on the horizon, the Browns will have to carefully assess the availability of these key players. The team will be hoping for positive updates and progress from their injured players leading up to Thursday's game.

As the Browns face a playoff push, these injury concerns add another level of uncertainty. The team will need to rely on their depth and adjust their game plan if necessary to overcome these challenges and secure a victory in Week 17.

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