Browns announce early roster cuts ahead of final roster deadline

The Cleveland Browns have begun making roster cuts ahead of the NFL's deadline to finalize the initial 53-man roster. As of August 28, the team terminated the contracts of four players and waived 12 others. The full roster must be trimmed by 6 p.m. on August 30. The team's recent exhibition game against the New England Patriots provided insights for coaching staff regarding potential cuts and final roster decisions. General Manager Andrew Berry is anticipated to be active in managing the roster as speculation surrounds the final composition, especially regarding quarterbacks.

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