Browns to Release Veteran Offensive Tackle Cornelius Lucas

The Cleveland Browns are releasing veteran offensive tackle Cornelius Lucas (34), a move that will save the team roughly $1.8 million against the cap in 2026 while incurring $1.6 million in dead money. Lucas, who signed a two-year deal last March, appeared in 138 games with 59 starts for the Lions, Rams, Saints, Bears, Commanders, and Browns. This is an expected move as the Browns continue to reshape their offensive line under first-year head coach Todd Monken.