Cleveland Browns Back Out of AJ Epenesa Signing as Eagles Move In

The Cleveland Browns recently backed out of a deal to sign defensive end AJ Epenesa, who has now officially joined the Philadelphia Eagles. The Browns had initially agreed to a one-year contract with Epenesa worth up to $5 million on March 18, but chose not to finalize the agreement after he underwent a physical examination. This decision came to light on March 29, as reported by ESPN's Daniel Oyefusi. Epenesa, 27, spent his entire six-season career with the Buffalo Bills, where he became a dependable contributor on their defensive line. With 24 career sacks and a history of disrupting opposing quarterbacks, Epenesa was expected to bolster the Browns' defense. However, after reconsidering the contract, Cleveland missed the opportunity to add depth to their edge rusher position. Meanwhile, the Eagles have welcomed Epenesa to their roster, enhancing their defensive front after losing Jaelan Phillips to the Carolina Panthers. The move highlights the ongoing shifts in NFL rosters as teams prepare for the upcoming season.