Browns sign Derek Barnett after NFL preseason Week 2 loss
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 1:45 PM
Last updated Aug 24, 2026

The Cleveland Browns signed former Tennessee defensive lineman Derek Barnett on August 24, following their 31-7 loss to the Buffalo Bills during NFL preseason Week 2. Barnett, now in his tenth season, was previously with the Philadelphia Eagles and Houston Texans. The Browns placed defensive end Alex Wright on injured reserve to make room for Barnett. In his NFL career, Barnett has accumulated 216 tackles and 34 sacks. He is known for setting Tennessee's career sack record of 33 during his time in college.
- •Browns are currently 0-2 in the NFL preseason.
- •Derek Barnett has played 122 career games in the NFL.
- •Barnett won Super LII with the Philadelphia Eagles.
- •Alex Wright has been placed on injured reserve.
- 1:45 PMYahoo Sports — Browns sign former Tennessee defensive end in NFL preseason
"Cleveland signs former Tennessee defensive lineman after NFL preseason Week 2.
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