The Cleveland Browns are set to navigate the 2025 season without the dynamic presence of linebacker Jeremiah Owusu-Koramoah on the field. The revelation came after it was declared that the linebacker would miss active play due to a neck injury sustained midway through the 2024 season.
However, according to defensive coordinator Jim Schwartz, Owusu-Koramoah will continue to have a significant impact off the field. Speaking in a press conference this week, Schwartz highlighted the intangible contributions that JOK is expected to make.
“JOK was on his way to an All-Pro season last year,” Schwartz noted, reminiscing about his player's trajectory. “He had really reached that level. We had talked this time last year about the biggest jump between being a starter and then being a Pro Bowl player. There’s even a bigger jump to being an All-Pro player.”
Though the loss is disappointing for the Browns, Schwartz emphasized that the team stands behind Owusu-Koramoah’s recovery and future endeavors, adding, “He’ll still have a big impact on our team this year. It’s not going to be playing, but he’ll still have a big presence.”
Debuting as a second-round pick in 2021, Owusu-Koramoah swiftly asserted his prowess, culminating in a Pro Bowl selection in 2023. His achievements spoke volumes: 101 total tackles, with 20 tackles for loss, 3.5 sacks, and two interceptions. Before his unfortunate injury last season, he maintained an impressive pace with 61 total tackles, 10 for loss, 3.0 sacks, and a significant interception in just eight games.
As the Browns look ahead, they will inevitably miss his on-field heroics, but can still draw from his experience and spirit as they push toward their goals in 2025.
