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    Browns sign veteran running back to practice squad

    By Chad Krispinsky,

    15 hours ago

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    BEREA, Ohio (WKBN) – The Cleveland Browns have officially signed running back Royce Freeman to the practice squad.

    Cleveland is in need of depth at the running back position, with Pierre Strong considered week-to-week with a hamstring injury.

    Freeman, a seven year NFL veteran, spent training camp with Dallas. He rushed for 67 yards, averaging 4.5 yards a carry in two preseason games with the Cowboys.

    He appeared in 14 games with the Rams in 2023, rushing for 319 yards and two touchdowns.

    Freeman has appeared in 79 career games with the Broncos, Panthers, Texans and Rams. During his NFL career, he has piled up 1,792 yards and 10 touchdowns, while adding 86 receptions for 532 yards and score.

    The Browns host the Giants on Sunday at 1 p.m. on FOX Youngstown.

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