Amidst speculation that the Browns could move on from wideout Jarvis Landry, the veteran made his stance on the matter clear on Tuesday. In a trio of tweets, he updated his injury status, while publicly stating his intention of remaining with Cleveland. 
“I came back to play in the best shape of my life”, Landry wrote. However, he suffered an MCL sprain in Week 2, which landed him on IR. He then “came back way too early and ended up staying hurt the entire season”. That injury, amongst others, limited the 29-year-old to 12 games in 2021. He recorded career-lows in catches (52), yards (570) and touchdowns (two) in what was a disappointing campaign for the Browns’ offense as a whole.
After the team was eliminated from playoff contention in January, questions arose regarding what the team would do to handle the five-time Pro Bowler’s contract, which has one year left on it. His 2022 cap hit is scheduled to be roughly $16.4MM, so a restructure could be a viable option. However, the Browns would only be saddled with $1.5MM of dead money if they cut Landry, who might welcome a fresh start after a down season and the messy departure of his close friend Odell Beckham Jr.
Landry further explained that his injuries were the reason for him missing media availability, which was another cause of speculation his days in Cleveland were numbered. However, Landry states that “I have put the ball in [the Browns’] court by telling them I would like to stay”. His presence would certainly help a WR corps which is lacking established production, although the team could try to start fresh at the position this offseason.
In that case, according to Landry, “I’m confident enough in myself to be a better healthy me this year and moving forward to helping do my part in winning a championship elsewhere”. What the team ultimately decides with him will certainly be one of the more intriguing storylines in Cleveland in the coming weeks.
I never knew Landry made 5 pro bowls! I guess they just hand these spots out to anybody these days…
If you actually look at his stats you will se he wasn’t handed anything
*averaged 5.4 td’s over 5 pro bowl years*
I dont think that’s deserving.
He was arguably the best slot receiver in football and there is more to the sport than TDs. Just going to ignore is 100+ catch seasons and over 1k yards?
two things was* (he sucks now) two just because you can run short slants does not make you pro bowl worthy
As noted in the article, Jarvis Landry was suffering from injuries last year. When he’s healthy, he’s a highly productive receiver who’s a vital part of the Browns’ offense. Maybe he’s not worth $15M/year, but many receivers are overpaid, including Jarvis’ good friend OBJ, whom the media and some fans couldn’t heap praise on high enough after he left Cleveland. Jarvis is two things OBJ and many other receivers are not: a real football player (like Hines Ward was) and a leader on his football team. The mantra “Landry sucks” demonstrates a real ignorance of his abilities, his accomplishments, and the positive impact on his team.
Very well said love the Hines Ward comparison, Landry is a true WR does whatever needs done on the field. Not many left that play as hard every play too many diva WR out there these days
Landry just went on a tweeting spree bashing the Browns and saying “I GAVE EVERYTHING!!!! EVERYTHING” And he’s not a diva???
This makes you sounds incredibly ignorant.
Tell that to Tom’s buddy Julian. Or his other friend Wes.
All with the dolphins
He made 2 pro bowls with the Browns so I don’t know what you’re getting at
He “put the ball in the Browns court” because he knows he is good as gone.