After the Cleveland Browns announced Friday that linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah had been placed on the reserve/physically unable to perform list, the reactions started pouring in. Because of this decision, he’ll now miss the entire 2025 NFL season. The 25-year-old Pro Bowler collided with running back Derrick Henry while playing the Baltimore Ravens on Nov. 7. In the process, he sustained a devastating spinal cord injury. This injury resulted in him missing the last nine games of the 2024 season.
Owusu-Koramoah, a second-round pick out of Notre Dame in the 2021 draft, put together an excellent 2023 campaign. He registered a career-high 101 tackles and was named to his first Pro Bowl. After sustaining his neck injury, he did spend one night hospitalized at a Cleveland-area medical center undergoing evaluation. Fortunately, he regained feeling and movement in all extremities and was discharged shortly thereafter.
Inking in August 2024, Owusu-Koramoah signed a three-year, $39 million extension with the Browns. Although unable to physically walk at the moment, Brown is positive about his recovery and eventual return to help the team.
“While I won’t suit up this season, I’m focused on what I can control — my healing, my mindset, and my faith,” – Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah
Browns general manager Andrew Berry expressed support for Owusu-Koramoah, stating, “Jeremiah has the full support of our team, and we expect him to continue to be a part of the organization even though he will not return to the field this year.”
With an eye on this upcoming season, the Browns made some notable moves within the roster. They extended linebacker Devin Bush on a one-year contract. Like Allen and Beasley, they signed veteran linebacker Jerome Baker to a similar deal. As if all that weren’t enough on defense, they drafted former UCLA linebacker Carson Schwesinger with the 33rd pick in this year’s draft.
Owusu-Koramoah is committed to adhering to recommended protocols from leading medical experts as he takes the first steps on the road to his recovery. He continues to be in high spirits and is dedicated to continuing to support his teammates from the bench.
“The body may rest, but the calling never sleeps. I’ve given my heart to this game. I don’t know what’s next, but I’ll continue trusting my medical team, serving the community, and backing my brothers on the field.” – Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah
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