# Alex Wright injury and Cleveland Browns roster changes

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/alex-wright-injury-and-cleveland-browns-roster-changes
> Updated: 2026-08-23T02:54:14.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Cleveland Browns defensive end Alex Wright sustained a lower-leg injury during a practice drill against the Buffalo Bills. While his initial status was uncertain after he was carted off the field, it was later confirmed that Wright suffered a ruptured Achilles.

As a result, the Browns placed Wright on season-ending injured reserve. To fill the vacancy on the defensive line, the team signed veteran defensive end Derek Barnett to a one-year contract. Head coach Todd Monken has also begun utilizing Mike Hall Jr. during preseason action to provide depth.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-23: Cleveland Browns place Alex Wright on injured reserve, sign Derek Barnett

The Cleveland Browns have placed defensive end Alex Wright on season-ending injured reserve with a ruptured Achilles and signed Derek Barnett to a one-year contract to bolster the defensive line.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cleveland-browns-place-alex-wright-on-injured-reserve-sign-derek-barnett

### 2026-08-20: Alex Wright injured during Cleveland Browns practice

Cleveland Browns defensive end Alex Wright was carted off the field with an apparent leg injury during practice, intensifying the team's search for veteran pass-rushing reinforcements.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/alex-wright-injured-during-cleveland-browns-practice

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