Browns defensive end Jared Verse struggles in early season performance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 13, 2026, 12:39 PM
Last updated Oct 13, 2026

Cleveland Browns defensive end Jared Verse has yet to register a sack through five games this season. Acquired as part of the trade involving Myles Garrett, Verse has logged 13 tackles, 4 QB hits, and 3 tackles for loss but is not making the expected impact as a pass rusher. The Browns’ defense is ranked #20 overall, showing mixed results since the acquisition of Verse. Given the team's recent loss to the New York Jets, expectations for improvement in both team and player performance are high as they aim to revitalize their season.
- •Jared Verse has zero sacks and only 13 total tackles this season.
- •He has played 66% of the Browns' defensive snaps so far.
- •The Browns traded Myles Garrett for Verse as part of a significant deal.
- •Cleveland's defense ranks #20 overall, struggling against both the pass and run.
- •Verse has been involved in defensive plays but lacks notable impact as a pass rusher.
- 12:39 PMYahoo Sports — What the heck is going on with Browns DE Jared Verse?
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