Cleveland Browns Activate David Njoku, Shedeur Sanders Inactive for Patriots Game

The Cleveland Browns are set to face the New England Patriots with key lineup updates, notably the return of tight end David Njoku and right tackle Jack Conklin, both active after injuries. Njoku, who missed Week 7 due to a knee injury, has been practicing in a limited capacity and is expected to contribute significantly in the game alongside fellow tight end Harold Fannin. Conklin, having cleared concussion protocol, will start at right tackle after missing the previous two games due to injuries. Quarterback Shedeur Sanders remains inactive due to a back injury, with Bailey Zappe elevated as the backup quarterback but not eligible as the emergency third quarterback. Defensive tackle Adin Huntington is also inactive, still in concussion protocol, while defensive tackle Michael Hall is active and expected to make his season debut. The Browns' inactive list also includes several other players, reflecting ongoing injury management and roster adjustments ahead of the matchup.