Browns' Dawand Jones competing for roster spot after demotion
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 5:49 AM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
Cleveland Browns left tackle Dawand Jones faces uncertainty after rookie Spencer Fano was promoted to the starting position. Jones has entered his fourth NFL season and previously worked as a starter but has struggled with injuries. Coach Todd Monken noted that Jones is now competing not just for the left tackle position but for a roster spot as well. The Browns are expected to keep 10 offensive linemen, and Jones will need to demonstrate his versatility to maintain his position on the team.
- •Spencer Fano moved ahead of Dawand Jones for starting left tackle spot.
- •Coach Todd Monken acknowledges Jones must compete for a roster spot.
- •Jones has been hampered by injuries in his first three seasons.
- •The Browns may carry 10 offensive linemen on the final roster.
- 5:49 AMYahoo Sports — Browns’ Demoted Starter Now ‘Fighting’ to Keep Roster Spot
"The Cleveland Browns moved rookie Spencer Fano ahead of Dawand Jones at left tackle. Now, Jones is in some trouble. The post Browns’ Demoted Starter Now ‘Fighting’ to Keep Roster Spot appeared first on HEAVY.
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