Browns Release Okoronkwo, Add Kicker Andre Szmyt

The Cleveland Browns have released edge rusher Ogbo Okoronkwo, who was in the final year of his three-year, $19 million contract signed in 2023. Okoronkwo, who tallied 7.5 sacks and 52 tackles in 30 games with the Browns, was let go partly due to salary cap considerations and the recent addition of pass rushers Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and Alex Wright's return from injury. Okoronkwo, who struggled to secure a long-term starting role, expressed gratitude to the team and fans after his release. In a corresponding move, the Browns signed kicker Andre Szmyt, a former Syracuse standout with experience on the Bears and in the UFL. Szmyt will compete for a roster spot behind starting kicker Dustin Hopkins. The Browns continue preparations for training camp amid these roster changes.