Browns waive tight end Dae'Quan Wright after brief stint
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 23, 2026, 9:13 PM
Last updated Aug 23, 2026

The Cleveland Browns have waived tight end Dae'Quan Wright, as reported by ESPN's Adam Schefter. Wright, who was claimed off waivers from Philadelphia on August 11, is set to return to college football, potentially to play for LSU in the 2026 season if he clears waivers. This marks a historic move, as he is believed to be the first NFL player to sign and then return to the college ranks. Wright is a rookie from Mississippi, initially signed by Philadelphia as an undrafted free agent following the 2026 NFL Draft.
- •Dae'Quan Wright has been waived by the Cleveland Browns.
- •Wright was claimed off waivers from Philadelphia on August 11.
- •If he clears waivers, Wright plans to return to LSU for the 2026 season.
- •He is reportedly the first NFL player to transition back to college football.
- 9:13 PMYahoo Sports — Report: Browns waive tight end in historic move
"The Browns claimed him off waivers from Philadelphia on Aug. 11.
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