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ArticleThoughts on Browns roster cuts, practice squad, Luke Floriea and moreSeptember 1, 2026

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Another perplexing rookie is TE Joe Royer. He was earmarked to become a part of the final roster, but has been AWOL with a 'personal issue.'

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Royer sidelined with undisclosed personal issue; placed on reserve/non-football list.

Royer, a rookie TE earmarked for the final roster, has been AWOL with an undisclosed 'personal issue.' The Browns placed him on the reserve/non-football illness list to retain him, suggesting they believe he will return at some point. The source notes this mirrors a previous situation when Royer played for Ohio State and his mother became ill, leading him to transfer to Cincinnati. The vagueness of the situation is frustrating to the source.