BEREA, Ohio -- The Cleveland Browns open the 2021 NFL regular season at the Kansas City Chiefs on Sept. 12 at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium. The Browns finished 2020 at 11-5, tied for second in the AFC North, before losing to the Chiefs in the divisional round.
Unlike past seasons, Cleveland's roster was largely settled well before training camp, thanks to an offense that returned 11 starters, plus all of its key backups, from last year. Still, a revamped defense has created multiple position battles on the other side of the ball.
The roster will be cut to 53 players by 4 p.m. ET on Tuesday. Here is a projection:
QUARTERBACK (2): Baker Mayfield, Case Keenum
The Browns remain bullish on Mayfield as their franchise quarterback, despite not yet committing a long-term extension to him. Keenum has proved to be a valuable sounding board for Mayfield, on top of being a capable backup passer. Kyle Lauletta shined throughout camp and will likely be headed to the practice squad if he's not picked up elsewhere.