Cleveland Browns left tackle Jedrick Wills Jr. left the Kansas City Chiefs game on a cart with an ankle injury.
He was declared a day-to-day participant in practice this week; x-rays were negative.
Wills did not practice Wednesday through Friday and is listed as questionable on the Browns injury report.
The Browns are reportedly preparing rookie James Hudson III in the event Wills is not able to play in Week 2’s game against the Texans.
Wills, the first-round pick of the Browns in the 2020 NFL Draft, has become a mainstay on the offensive line and has done a great job protecting quarterback Baker Mayfield‘s weak side.
This is especially true given the fact that Wills switched over from the right tackle position he played during his college career at Alabama.
Is there reason for the Browns to be concerned about Wills injury history?
The answer is no, and here is why.
1. Played 90% Of 2020 Offensive Snaps
In Will’s rookie season, during the pandemic with limited training camp and no preseason games, he played 90% of the offensive snaps.
He contributed to the success of the Browns outstanding offensive line in 2020.
2. Suffered Minor Bumps And Bruises (Thankfully)
Wills had his share of bumps and bruises last season, but that is par for the course in the life of an offensive lineman.
His position is extremely physical.
The best news is that there were no significant injuries.
Bigger Concerns Beyond Wills’ Day-To-Day Status
The health and overall depth of the offensive line are early season concerns for the Browns.
Chris Hubbard, who filled in for Wills after he left the Chiefs game, is out for Sunday’s game against the Texans with a tricep injury.
Center JC Tretter is questionable because of a knee injury; he was limited in Friday’s practice.
As mentioned James Hudson III is preparing.
Coach Stefanski will make a game time decision on who starts at left tackle.
Without Wills, Mayfield Looked More Vulnerable
From the moment Wills left the Chiefs game, Mayfield looked more vulnerable.
The Browns’ offensive linemen are the unsung heroes of this team.
They put their bodies on the line each week to protect the quarterback and create running lanes for the running backs.
Hopefully, he is healing quickly because he is needed.
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