Browns decide not to sign A.J. Epenesa, based on his physical
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Key Points:
- The Cleveland Browns agreed to a one-year, up to $5 million deal with defensive end A.J. Epenesa earlier this month but decided not to finalize the contract after he failed his physical.
- The Browns' decision reflects concerns similar to those that led the Baltimore Ravens to pass on defensive end Maxx Crosby, highlighting how teams sometimes back out of deals due to medical evaluations.
- Since the initial agreement, Epenesa has had the opportunity to sign with other teams comfortable with his physical condition, but he remains a free agent as the deal with the Browns will not be signed.
- Epenesa, a 2020 second-round pick by the Bills, has played six NFL seasons exclusively with Buffalo, appearing in 91 games with 19 starts and accumulating 24 career sacks.
